JRR Tolkiens Oxford and Cotswolds Driving Tour

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

   2 часа•Вход свободный

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

   1 час•Вход свободный

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   Broadway Tower

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

   1 ч 30 мин•Входной билет не включён•На карте

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

   1 ч 10 мин•Вход свободный

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   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 ч 30 мин•Вход свободный

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   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 минут•Вход свободный

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   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 минут•Вход свободный

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   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

   Проезд без остановки•Вход свободный•На карте

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   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 минут•Вход свободный•На карте

Место встречи

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

На карте показан город Лондон. Точное место встречи — адрес выше.Открыть карту крупнее

Трансфер

• Трансфер или встреча в точке старта
• Обслуживается отелей: 270
• Можно запросить другой адрес
• Оператор свяжется с вами по поводу трансфера
• Трансфер начинается за 5 мин до выезда

Полезно знать

• 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

Отмена и возврат

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

• Отменяется с полным возвратом, если погода небезопасна
• Отменяется с полным возвратом, если наберётся слишком мало участников