Watlington is a market town and civil parish in the county of Oxfordshire, located in the Chiltern Hills halfway between Oxford and Reading. The famous walking route, the Icknield Way, skirts the town to the east. The Watlington White Mark was originally designed by local squire Edward Horner, who felt that the town’s Norman church of St Leonard, when viewed from his home, would appear more impressive if it looked as though it had a spire. This unusual chalk folly 270 feet tall and 36 feet wide was cut into Watlington Hill in 1764. The other striking feature of Watlington is its Town Hall, built in 1665 to serve originally as a boys' grammar school. The town's three main trading streets of High Street, Couching Street and Shirburn Street meet at the Town Hall, and Watlington boasts a mix of independent retailers selling a selection of goods and services. There are also numerous places to eat and drink in Watlington. Watlington is recognized for the fact that the former Great Western Railway branchline from Watlington to Princes Risborough is actually located a mile away from Watlington at Pyrton! Red kites, re-introduced to the Chilterns from Spain in 1989, can be spotted in the area.
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Estate Agent
Inn
The Fox & Hounds Inn
The Lambert Arms
Restaurant
House of Spice
The Lambert Arms
School
Icknield Community College
Watlington Primary School
Solicitor
Taxi
Richard Hunt Personal Chauffeur Service
Sports Clubs
Britwell Salome CC (Cricket)
Watlington CC (Cricket)
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Places to Stay near Watlington
The Fox & Hounds Inn (0.14 miles)
Tradional setting with modern values offering relaxation and entertainment A place to unwind, an experience to enjoy
Traditional Country Inn with elegant en suite rooms, log burning stove & real fires. ... More
The Lambert Arms (3.01 miles)
We are delighted to introduce the new look Lambert Arms! Completely transformed inside, yet retaining its original, historical features, this traditional coaching inn has been caringly restored to its former glory, with a modern twist.
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Fox Country Hotel (3.87 miles)
In the heart of the Chiltern Hills, with an idyllic location in a designated area of outstanding natural beauty, this 300-year-old country inn offers stylish, modern accommodation with contemporary facilities.
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The Cherry Tree (4.24 miles)
Award winning inn with a reputation for fresh food using local ingredients. We offer four, classically decorated and newly refurbished bedrooms all equipped with LCD TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee facilities, ... More
Lakeside Town Farm B&B (4.28 miles)
With a peaceful location, on a 300-acre working farm, surrounded by gorgeous gardens and lakes, this beautiful farmhouse offers unique charm and original character. The Lakeside Town Farm B&B has a wonderful, ... More
The Kings Hotel (4.49 miles)
White Hart Hotel (5.00 miles)
The White Hart Hotel is a stylishly designed small hotel in the picturesque Oxfordshire village of Nettlebed, with 12 individually designed bedrooms.
The hotel has two restaurants; The White ... More
Little Gables (5.42 miles)
HOTEL DOES NOT ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS - ONLY CASH, EUROS OR CHEQUE. The Enjoy England 4 star graded Little Gables B & B at Wallingford on Thames, is a traditional ... More
The Tree at Cadmore (5.55 miles)
Conveniently located just off the M40 motorway, The Tree at Cadmore is a traditional English country pub with a modern twist to the décor in the 14 en suite rooms. The Tree at Cadmore is is ... More | visit website
The Inn at Emmington (5.55 miles)
Boasting spectacular views over The Chilterns, this traditional countryside inn features 7 en suite rooms and wonderful home-cooked food, complemented by a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, in the delightful village of ... More
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