JRR Tolkiens Oxford and Cotswolds Driving Tour

Points forts

Itinéraire

1. 1

   Famed as the “Tolkien Door.” Local legend says Tolkien visited here and drew inspiration for the Doors of Durin at Moria

   2 heures•Entrée libre

2. 2

   Recognized as Tolkien’s inspiration for the Prancing Pony in Bree. Tolkien was a frequent visitor, often meeting friends and relatives here

   1 heure•Entrée libre

3. 3

   Broadway Tower

   Perched atop one of the Cotswolds’ highest hills, Broadway Tower offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside

   1 h 30 min•Entrée non incluse•Voir sur la carte

4. 4

   Marking the historic meeting point of four English counties, this ancient boundary stone inspired Tolkien’s Three-Farthing Stone in the Shire

   1 h 10 min•Entrée libre

5. 5

   This enigmatic Neolithic complex—older than Stonehenge—consists of standing stones with names like The King’s Men, The Whispering Knights, and The King Stone. The stones are steeped in myth and believed to have inspired the Barrow-downs, a spectral landscape haunted by ancient kings and spirits in The Lord of the Rings.

   1 h 30 min•Entrée libre

6. 6

   Tolkien’s alma mater, Exeter’s medieval quadrangles and tranquil gardens provided the foundation for his scholarly life. The college’s history, Gothic beauty, and academic atmosphere directly influenced his reverence for learned lore and the university cities of Middle-earth.

   30 minutes•Entrée libre

7. 7

   Tolkien spent many years teaching at these two colleges. Their ancient courts, vine-clad walls, and peaceful cloisters evoke Rivendell’s timelessness and the wisdom of Elves

   30 minutes•Entrée libre

8. 8

   Oxford Botanic Garden

   One of Britain’s oldest botanical gardens, this site

   One of Britain’s oldest botanical gardens, this site was a favorite retreat for Tolkien, who loved to stroll amongst the rare trees. The famed black pine nicknamed “the Tolkien Tree” is said to have inspired the mighty Ents, and the garden’s hornbeam even evokes Quickbeam of Fangorn Forest

   Passage sans arrêt•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

9. 9

   Radcliffe Camera

   A masterpiece of neoclassical architecture in Radcliffe Square, the Radcliffe Camera’s domed silhouette and dramatic facade have often been compared to Minas Tirith.

   40 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

Point de rendez-vous

Meet outside the property. It's a short walk from Earls Court station - after taking the Warwick road exit.

La carte montre Londres. Le point de rendez-vous exact est l'adresse ci-dessus.Ouvrir une carte plus grande

Prise en charge

• Prise en charge ou rendez-vous au point de départ
• 270 hôtels desservis
• Vous pouvez demander une autre adresse
• L'organisateur vous contacte pour la prise en charge
• La prise en charge commence 5 min avant le départ

À savoir avant de partir

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Annulation et remboursement

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si la météo l'exige
• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si trop peu de participants