Experience Oxfordshire Guide 2019

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Around the County: The South
River Rapids - Oxford to Henley-on-Thames
The River Rapids is a trio of bus services (X38, X39 & X40) linking Oxford with places
in South Oxfordshire. It's a great way to explore South Oxfordshire and here we pick
out some of the many things to see and do along the route.
1. Harcourt Arboretum is in the
small village of Nuneham Courtenay. The 130
acre site is open all year round and contains
the best collection of trees in Oxfordshire,
with seasonal highlights including wildflower
meadows, rhododendrons and bluebell
woods along with plenty of children’s
activities.
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harcourt-arboretum
2. Shillingford Alight outside the
Kingfisher Inn on the Henley Road, and it’s
a short walk from here along Wharf Road
to the Thames Path and nearby Shillingford
Bridge hotel.
3. Benson Marina A great stop from
which to walk along the banks of the River
Thames or sit and admire the views from the
comfort of the Waterfront Cafe.
4. Wallingford There’s plenty of things
to do in Wallingford including walking
trails exploring the town’s links with Agatha
Christie and Midsomer Murders; the ruins
of Wallingford Castle and the excellent
Wallingford Museum plus much more.
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wallingford
1.
Harcourt Arboretum
2.
Shillingford
3.
Benson Marina