Gruesome Guide to Oxford

Gruesome Guide to Oxford
Author: Terry Deary
Publisher:
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2017-08-03
Genre: Oxford (England)
ISBN: 9781407182247

A stunning new edition of this gory city guide with all the gruesome bits left in! HORRIBLE HISTORIES: GRUESOME GUIDE TO OXFORD takes readers on a gore-tastic tour of the streets of Oxford, exposing all of its most scurrilous secrets. With the frightful full-colour map, tourists can plot their path to the past, take a punt past corpse-ridden Christchurch and go skeleton-spotting at the cruel and crumbling castle. Burning bishops, blood-soaked streets and student scraps - it's a trip no Horrible Histories fan will want to miss!

Pocket Rough Guide Weekender Oxford: Travel Guide eBook

Pocket Rough Guide Weekender Oxford: Travel Guide eBook
Author: Rough Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2024-10-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 183529152X

This compact, pocket-sized Oxford travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on weekend trips or shorter breaks in the UK. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries that allow you to organise your visit to Oxford without losing time planning. The Oxford guidebook covers: The Heart of the University; Around New College; Where Town Meets Gown; Quads, Meadows and Gardens; The High Street; From Carfax to the River; West of the City Centre; Jericho and St Giles’; St John’s and the North; Port Meadow and Beyond; Excursion to Boars Hill; Excursion to Woodstock. Inside this Oxford travel book you will find: 12 ready-made walks and tours – easy-to-follow walking and driving tour itineraries featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way Walks and tour highlights – shortlists highlight the best of each walk or tour Things not to miss in Oxford – Magdalen College, Punting on the Thames, Ashmolean Museum, Bodleian Library, Port Meadow, Sheldonian Theatre, Botanic Garden, University Museum of Natural History, Christ Church, Covered Market Curated recommendations of places – main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas Rainy day recommendations – plenty of options, whatever the British weather throws at you Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots Historical and cultural insights – learn more about Oxford’s rich history with fascinating cultural insights. Trip tips – outdoor activities and themed holidays Practical information – how to get there and how to get around, facts for visitors Handy mapping – practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text Fully updated post-COVID-19

The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds

The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds
Author: Rough Guides
Publisher: Rough Guides UK
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2015-06-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 024123624X

The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds is your definitive handbook to one of the most beautiful and diverse holiday destinations in the UK. From stately homes and wildlife parks to modern art galleries, country walks and adventure sports, there is a section that introduces all of the regions' highlights. For every town and village, there are comprehensive and opinionated reviews of all the best places to eat, drink and stay to suit every budget. It brings the Cotswolds bang up-to-date; out go musty tearooms and chintzy B&Bs and in come the best of the area's new contemporary restaurants, boutique-styled hotels and top-rated country pubs. There's plenty of practical advice and a special focus on the region's gastronomy with features on specialist farmers' markets, local farm shops, gastro-pubs and country restaurants. The guide also comes complete with easy-to-use maps for every area making sure you don't miss the unmissable.

The Rough Guide to Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford (Travel Guide eBook)

The Rough Guide to Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford (Travel Guide eBook)
Author: Rough Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2021-10-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1789197260

The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford Make the most of your time on Earth with the ultimate travel guides. Discover the Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest recommendations by our independent experts. Whether you plan to wander amid stunning medieval architecture in Oxford, marvel at perhaps the finest cloisters in England at Gloucester Cathedral or visit Shakespeare's birthplace of Stratford-Upon-Avon, The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford will help you discover the best places to explore, eat, drink, shop and sleep along the way. Features of this travel guide to Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford: - Detailed regional coverage: provides practical information for every kind of trip, from off-the-beaten-track adventures to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas - Honest and independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our writers will help you make the most from your trip to the Rockies - Meticulous mapping: practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around Stratford-Upon-Avon, Cheltenham, Stroud, Cirencester and many more locations without needing to get online - Fabulous full-colour photography: features inspirational colour photography - Time-saving itineraries: carefully planned routes will help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences - Things not to miss: Rough Guides' rundown of the best sights and top experiences to be found in the Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford - Travel tips and info: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more - Background information: comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter provides fascinating insights into Scotland with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary - Covers: Cheltenham and the South Cotswolds, the Central Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon and the Feldon, the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Banbury and North Oxfordshire and Oxford You may also be interested in: Rough Guide to England About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.

The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds

The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds
Author: Matthew Teller
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2015-06-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0241242398

Make the most of your time on Earth with The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds. Completely revamped for the second edition, The Rough Guide to the Cotswolds brings the Cotswolds up to date like no other guidebook does. Illustrated in color throughout, it reviews the best places to eat, drink, and stay, and explains how to get around by public transport. Food is a special focus: take in the best of the region's gastronomy with features on specialist farmers' markets and local farm shops, then sample fine dining for all budgets at rural gastropubs and new contemporary restaurants. Discover the best of the area's boutique-styled hotels and top-rated country pubs. In each chapter, highlights point to the author's favorites, while there are lively, entertaining accounts of attractions from stately homes and wildlife parks to modern art galleries and country walks. The introduction features what not to miss and itineraries that make the most of the region. This essential guide is aimed at all budgets, with easy-to-use maps that make sure you don't miss the unmissable.

The Rough Guide to Great Britain

The Rough Guide to Great Britain
Author: Rough Guides
Publisher: Rough Guides UK
Total Pages: 1344
Release: 2015-06-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0241236169

Full-colour throughout, The Rough Guide to Britain is the ultimate guide to Rough Guides' home patch. With 30 years experience and our trademark 'tell it like it is' writing style, Rough Guides cover all the basics with practical, on-the-ground details, as well as unmissable alternatives to the usual must-see sights. At the top of your list and guaranteed to get you value for money, each guide also reviews the best accommodation and restaurants in all price brackets. We know there are times for saving, and times for splashing out. In The Rough Guide to Britain: - Over 50 colour-coded maps featuring every listing - Area-by-area chapter highlights - Top 5 boxes - Things not to miss section Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Britain.

Insight Guides Great Breaks Oxford (Travel Guide eBook)

Insight Guides Great Breaks Oxford (Travel Guide eBook)
Author: Insight Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2019-04-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1789198119

Insight Great Breaks Guides: pocket-sized books to inspire your on-foot exploration of the best of the British Isles. Explore the best of Oxford with this indispensably practical Insight Great Breaks Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like Magdalen College, the Ashmolean Museum and the Bodleian Library, to discovering hidden gems, including Treacle Well and the Painted Room, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, help you plan, and enhance your Great Break in Oxford. · Practical, pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this is the ideal on-the-move companion to your trip to Oxford · Features 12 detailed walking tour itineraries, including Quads, Meadows and Gardens and Where Town Meets Gown · Overview section features concise insider information covering everything from landscape and location, to history and culinary highlights · Top Ten section takes you to the heart of your destination, from Christ Church to the Sheldonian Theatre · Rainy Day recommendations offer plenty of options, whatever the weather · Invaluable itinerary maps and practical Travel Tips section ensure effortless exploration · Inspirational colour photography throughout About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Encyclopedia of Mythological Objects

Encyclopedia of Mythological Objects
Author: Theresa Bane
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2020-06-22
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1476676887

Curious about the chains that bound Fenriswulf in Norse mythology? Or the hut of Baba Yaga, the infamous witch of Russian folklore? Containing more than one thousand detailed entries on the magical and mythical items from the different folklore, legends, and religions the world over, this encyclopedia is the first of its kind. From Abadi, the named stone in Roman mythology to Zul-Hajam, one of the four swords said to belong to the prophet Mohammed, each item is described in as much detail as the original source material provided, including information on its origin, who was its wielder, and the extent of its magical abilities. The text also includes a comprehensive cross-reference system and an extensive bibliography to aid researchers.

One Bloody Thing After Another

One Bloody Thing After Another
Author: Jacob F. Field
Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2012-09-06
Genre: History
ISBN: 1843179180

Moving chronologically, this horrifying guide explores the world's bloodiest battles and most murderous queens, as well as delving into some of the more unusual aspects of history.