The grand tour
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Step beyond the humming streets of London and into the honey-hued villages and sprawling estates of the Cotswolds, where aristocratic charm and historical grandeur abound – and the echoes of Britain’s storied past still linger.
The Foodie Trip

Celebrated figure of the ‘90s, Neneh Cherry, journeys from the capital to the countryside, tucking into a selection of culinary delights along the way. Diving into our bespoke travel itinerary catering to the foodies, she browses Farm Shop's fresh produce, relishes the novelty of a matcha croissant at Boxcar London and muses over soulful food at Ottolenghi. It’s mismatched stoneware and pieces that last a lifetime at Le Creuset and Zwilling that pique attention. Head back to London to toast a good day and rest your head at The BoTree, a hotel at the heart of Marylebone, Mayfair and Soho.

Neneh Cherry exploring the capital and the countryside
Ottolenghi Comfort cookbook from Bicester Village

Original Retail Price

£30

Ottolenghi

Comfort cookbook
TIP

Neneh Cherry’s bold energy and joy surrounding food encapsulates the heart of the itinerary, embracing Ottolenghi flavours and “food that makes its way from my belly into my soul".

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Villeroy & Boch Boston redwine 300ml from Bicester Village

Sale price

£27.90

Village price

£37.20

Original Retail Price

£55.60

Villeroy & Boch

Boston redwine 300ml
Le Crueset Kone Kettle 1.6ltr Shell Pink from Bicester Village

Village price

£69

Original Retail Price

£99

Le Creuset

Kone Kettle 1.6ltr Shell Pink
Ottolenghi Salt caramel and chocolate brittle  from Bicester Village

Original Retail Price

£7.90

Ottolenghi

Salt caramel and chocolate brittle
Le Crueset On The GoLe Creuset Flamme Dorée Shallow  30cm casserole from Bicester Village 500ml Water Bottle Black from Bicester Village

Original Retail Price

£359

Le Creuset

Flamme Dorée Shallow 30cm casserole

Fendi

Women's mini Fendessence bag
TIP

Caroline's guiding principle when it comes to style: “listen to your gut”. From surprising twists in Maison Margiela to musing on “confidence to stand out” while browsing Marni, Caroline’s ethos is to “wear the things that make you feel comfortable, confident and a little bit brave”.

The Fashion Trip

Come along with Caroline Issa, fashion director and publisher of Tank Magazine, to dive into our itinerary of style. This two-day plan spotlights the need-to-know places in London, think The Row on New Bond Street and the only dedicated women’s tailor on Savile Row, Knatchbull. Jump on a train to Bicester Village s countryside escape for Personal Shopping, a stop by Balenciaga and Bottega Veneta’s signature woven accessories before heading to The Landmark London to experience quintessential city charm.

The Fashion Trip
Maison Margiela  Tabi Mary Jane from Bicester Village

Original Retail Price

£950

Maison Margiela

Tabi Mary Jane
Maison Margiela  5AC multifunction  from Bicester Village

Village price

£1,110

Original Retail Price

£1,850

Maison Margiela

5AC multifunction
Marni Pablo leather platform sneakers from Bicester Village

Original Retail Price

£590

Marni

Pablo leather platform sneakers
Marni Tropicalia bag from Bicester Village

Village price

£345

Original Retail Price

£575

Marni

Tropicalia bag
Day 3 – The Cotswolds

Pick up a speciality brew at New Ground Coffee, then head for the Cotswolds’ storied hills. First stop: Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Winston Churchill and a testament to Britain’s aristocratic heritage – this summer’s Life Below Stairs exhibition offers an excellent window into Edwardian domestic life. By afternoon, surrender to tranquillity at Estelle Manor’s Roman baths (phones strictly off) for a forest-lined detox. Spend the night secluded on its 85-acre estate or embrace countryside charm at The Bull in Charlbury, a sixteenth-century coaching inn – recently crowned Britain’s best pub – with cosy rooms and open-fire cooking.

Picture-perfect scenery
Sandro  Laser cut leather sandals from Bicester Village

Village price

£174

Original Retail Price

£259

Sandro

Laser cut leather sandals
TOP TIP

Set off early and you’ll have time to explore Oxford’s architectural treasures – the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library and Bridge of Sighs – all steeped in centuries of academic lore and aristocratic prestige. Don a pair of comfortable flats from Sandro to wander the city’s cobbled lanes in style.

Complete the look
Reiss Amelia wide leg jeans from Bicester Village

Village price

£112

Original Retail Price

£167

Reiss

Amelia wide leg jeans

Village price

£186

Original Retail Price

£279

Maje

Tricolor crochet top
Byredo VP Lil fleur EDP 100ml from Bicester Village

Village price

£165

Original Retail Price

£220

Byredo Fragrances

VP Lil fleur EDP 100ml
Coach City straw leather tote bag from Bicester Village

Village price

£199

Original Retail Price

£450

Coach

City straw leather tote bag

Need more inspiration?

Stop by The Village News to pick up your copy of our anniversary newspaper, 'The Villager', along with three exclusive itineraries uncovering hidden gems from the heart of the capital to the quiet beauty of the countryside.

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Isabel Marant Lennyo metallic sliders from Bicester Village

Isabel Marant

Lennyo metallic sliders

Village price

£230

Original Retail Price

£480

Reiss White cuban shirt from Bicester Village

Reiss

White cuban shirt

Village price

£73

Original Retail Price

£109

David Clulow  Gucci rectangular frame sunglasses from Bicester Village

David Clulow Sunglasses

Gucci rectangular frame sunglasses

Village price

£315

Original Retail Price

£350