The Manor Garsington, Garsington, Oxfordshire

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garsington_Manor

2025: " Garsington Manor, in the village of Garsington, near Oxford, England, is a country house, dating from the 17th century. Its fame derives principally from its owner in the early 20th century, the "legendary Ottoline Morrell, who held court from 1915 to 1924".[1]

Members of the Bloomsbury Group, the aristocratic Ottoline, and her wealthy husband Philip, were friends with an array of artists, writers and intellectuals, D. H. Lawrence, T. S. Eliot, E. M. Forster, Bertrand Russell, Aldous Huxley, Virginia Woolf, Siegfried Sassoon, Stanley and Gilbert Spencer being among the visitors to their house. The manor was later owned by Leonard Ingrams and from 1989 to 2010 was the setting for an annual summer opera season, the Garsington Opera, which relocated to Wormsley Park in 2011. Garsington is a Grade II* listed building.

The Morrells restored the house in the 1920s, working with the architect Philip Tilden, and creating landscaped Italian-style gardens.[27] The parterre has 24 square beds with Irish yews at the corners; the Italian garden has a large ornamental pool enclosed by yew hedges and set with statues. This was designed by Charles Edward Mallows;[28] beyond, is a wild garden, with lime-tree avenues, shrubs, a stream and pond. Financial difficulties forced the Morrells to sell Garsington in 1928. The house was subsequently bought by Sir John Wheeler-Bennett, the historian, who lived there until his death in 1975. It was sold in 1981 to Leonard Ingrams, a banker and brother of Richard.[29] Following Leonard Ingrams' death in 2012, the house was again sold.[30]

The house is a rectangular structure, of two storeys with attics.[1] The building material is limestone rubble.[31] In his memoirs, True Remembrances-the memoirs of an architect, Philip Tilden recorded the unobtrusive style he sought to achieve at Garsington; "I doubt whether the present-day visitor could spot these alterations, they were made out of odd bits, and the workmanship was carried out by men of the old school".[d][33]

Garsington is a Grade II* listed building,[31] and its gardens are also grade II* on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens.[34] A number of other buildings on the estate, and landscaping features in the gardens have Grade II listings including the stables,[35] the bakehouse,[36] the gates at the forecourt to the manor,[37] the pool, a summer house and statuary[38] and an 18th-century dovecote.[39]"

https://themanorgarsington.co.uk/about-us/

2026: "The Manor - a Gastropub and Events Venue

Featuring Children's Playground and extensive Car Parking

Nestled just a short 10-minute drive from Oxford, The Manor is the perfect embodiment of British charm and hospitality.

With a warm and friendly atmosphere, we combine the best of traditional pub fare with contemporary culinary delights, offering an exceptional dining experience for all.

The Manor is not just a destination for great food and drink, but also a stunning events and wedding venue. A picturesque venue with beautiful gardens and boasting an 180 people wedding marquee perfect for any style event, it provides a picture-perfect backdrop for any special occasion.

So whether you’re searching for a cosy spot to relax and enjoy a pint, or planning an unforgettable celebration, The Manor awaits your visit with open arms and a delectable menu to suit all tastes and preferences."

Address

16 The Green, Garsington, Oxford OX44 9DF, UK

Email

gomanorbar@gmail.com

Phone

01865 368170 or 07503875562

Website

https://themanorgarsington.co.uk

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garsington_Manor

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2026: "Our Kitchen, Bar and Pizza Oven are open throughout the week." https://themanorgarsington.co.uk/book/

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