The Marlborough Arms, Woodstock

• Historical-chic: Full of old-world charm and brimming with history, The Marlborough Arms lies in the heart of the pretty Oxfordshire town of Woodstock. A former coaching inn, this honey-stoned bolthole has a history dating back to the 15th century, and boasts an illustrious roll call of previous visitors including Elizabeth I and Winston Churchill.

• Modern-day excellence: Today, the cosy hotel retains much of its original character with crackling log fires, having been beautifully restored in classic English style, and boasts a Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence. Start the day with a full English breakfast in the airy dining room, before visiting Blenheim Palace, your opulent UNESCO-listed neighbour.

• A lovely setting: With the gentle beauty of the Cotswolds at your doorstep and Oxford within easy reach, The Marlborough Arms makes a great base to make the most of this green and pretty pocket of the English countryside. And for local living and a taste of Woodstock's culinary scene, you'll find a cluster of local restaurants and pubs all within walking distance.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.