Lodging in Woodstock, Oxfordshire

“On a visit to Blenheim Palace today we called in for lunch. The atmosphere was lovely; the food and service excellent. The young lady waitress was really friendly and professional - she was really helpful.Nearby activities: Blenheim Palace is well worth a visit.Walkability: 10 minutes walk from Blenheim.Food & drinks: Excellent food.”

“‘The Killy’ - largely due to Chef Andy Brown’s unswerving belief in Michelin-inspired excellence - is already one of those places beloved by the socials community and revered by both culinary leaders and strivers. With good reason. We had an astoundingly joyous supper – proud and delicious – underpinned by that warm professionalism that custodian, Jim Alexander and his team, have brought to this delectable, sensitively transformed, Cotswold inn. With seriously good, unfussy food, generous service and a firm grasp of how fine hospitality can and should be, our ‘dine and stay’ experience was country conviviality at its very best. A diminutive starter of Venison Tartare (pickled mustard seed, egg yolk) turned out to be monumental in both flavour and wonder. Similarly, Simone’s Raspberry Souffle (stem ginger ice cream, raspberry coulis) was an edible artwork of gorgeousness. Simply, this is not just food, this is Chef Andy Brown’s food – and its ravishing delight is justification for getting in your car and driving (as we did) for 4 hours – just for the edible experience. Our overnight room(Suite 5) was without fault (OK, one of the lights failed to work), which added to the warm reassurance that we were being well-cared for - a respect that was performed at the breakfast table, too. Is there no end to this splendour? Once lost in centuries of remote rural neglect – The Killingworth, renamed, now firmly on the map, is possibly one of the finest and suitably busiest inns we have had the joy to eat in. Not to everyone's taste or pocket perhaps - but if you seek low-key fabulousness, they’ve wholly got it right. Tremendous.”

“This was such a beautiful, interesting and historic place. The service was fantastic at every level. Everyone did whatever they could to make sure you had what you needed, from a special cup of coffee to an escort to the pharmacist.Rooms: Great comfort for a place that's 1,000 years old.Nearby activities: Blenheim Palace is right next door.Walkability: The town was safe and interesting. Blenheim Palace is a short walk away.”

“What a diamond ! Sunday lunch, superb food , cosy atmosphere. What more could you want ? And the place was packed !!! Honest cookery, such fabulous portions & WE WILL BE BACK !!! Thank you so much ? P.S The chef deserves a medal ….”