Frilford Heath is a village in Oxfordshire, approximately 5 miles from the town of Abingdon. The hamlets of Frilford and Frilford Heath are on and near to the crossroads of the A338 Oxford to Wantage road and the A415 Witney to Abingdon road. Frilford Heath has one pub, The Dog House Hotel. The name originates from the days when wealthy farming gentry sent their offspring to be educated in Oxford and would arrive there complete with their horses and hunting dogs. The Colleges allowed their students to stable horses but not dogs, so the proprietor of the local inn offered an invaluable 'dog sitting' service and the venue became known as the Dog House. The centre of Frilford is dominated by the Abingdon School playing fields. Opposite the playing fields is the Abingdon Preparatory School and, down a short drive, Frilford Evangelical Chapel. On the outskirts of the village is Millets Farm Centre which includes a farm shop, restaurant, garden centre and small animal park. Nearby attractions include Kingston House and Gardens in Kingston Bagpuize and the Cothill National Nature Reserve. Leisure facilities include Frilford Heath Golf Club, providing 54 holes of championship golf.
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Places to Stay near Frilford Heath
Dog House Hotel (0.23 miles)
Situated in the heart of the Oxforshire countryside, the Dog House has 20 en-suite bedrooms and traditional bar and restaurant. 20 minutes from university city of Oxford and 10 minutes from ... More
Sherwood (0.60 miles)
Sherwood is a newly built country house, set in six acres of woodland, in the heart of Oxford's countryside. It offers a perfect setting, overlooking the adjacent Frilford Heath Golf ... More
Rafters (1.46 miles)
B&B Rafters combines the comfort of staying with friends with the stylish touches you expect from a contemporary hotel. We are the proud holders of five AA Stars and a ... More
Fallowfields Country House Hotel & Restaurant (3.09 miles)
The Red Lion (3.27 miles)
We are a village inn with guest accommodation, access to rooms is separate from the main building so there are no restrictions due to pub hours. All rooms are en-suite ... More
Foxcombe Lodge Hotel (3.35 miles)
For a comfortable stay located in peaceful surroundings yet 4 miles from Oxford & Abingdon, we are the place for you.
Foxcombe Lodge Oxford, was officially opened in July 1985 by his ... More
Bear and Ragged Staff (3.37 miles)
The Crown and Thistle (3.40 miles)
The Crown and Thistle lies at the centre of the market town of Abingdon. It is a traditional 17th century coaching inn surrounding a cobbled courtyard. The hotel is a listed building with recently refurbished ... More | visit website
Upper Reaches (3.48 miles)
Welcome to the Upper Reaches Hotel Abingdon.The Hotel is situated virtually on an island on the River Thames and enjoys one of the most attractive locations in Abingdon. The Upper ... More | visit website
La Fontana (3.65 miles)
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