Historic market town stay near Oxford

The Spread Eagle, Thame, Oxfordshire

7.2

Good

628 reviews

Property details

Stay at a charming abode in the historic market town of Thame, a half-hour drive from beautiful Oxford - includes breakfast and a cream tea, plus optional dinner credit and parking for one car
  • Historic charm in a picturesque filming location: You might recognise Thame's famous high street as the location for iconic TV series Midsomer Murders. Set amidst the artisan butchers, bakers and tea shops, you'll find The Spread Eagle, which shows off a somewhat older history dating as far back as the 16th century, over the years having welcomed some highly illustrious former guests.

  • Elegant interiors: There's more to this place than its charming facade, however: interiors offer plenty of imaginative yet utterly elegant touches, that tastefully contrast with the building's many original period features. An overall sense of heritage permeates every nook and cranny, with vintage furniture dotting the rooms and communal areas.

  • Mediterranean tapas: Take yourself on a culinary tour of Europe with the hotel's creative tapas menu. After a pre-dinner cocktail, glass of wine or beer, tuck in to fresh sharing plates from Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, Turkey and Morocco in the hotel's Tapas Bar, Garden Bar or Fothergill Hall Lounge. 

Amenities

- Wi-Fi 
- Restaurant and bar
- Activities (fees may apply)
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge service
- Bike hire (fees apply)
- Terrace
- Garden
- Parking (see 'Offer details')
- Pet friendly (see 'Offer details')

How to get there

The Spread Eagle sits in a prime spot on the Thames High Street, just 13 miles away from Oxford, while London is under an hour's drive away. 

Good to know

Please note that the restaurant offers a three-course Mediterranean menu between Monday to Saturday. On Sunday they offer a Mediterranean Tapas menu and Sunday Roast menu. 

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements (including those related to COVID-19) 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.

  • Historic charm in a picturesque filming location: You might recognise Thame's famous high street as the location for iconic TV series Midsomer Murders. Set amidst the artisan butchers, bakers and tea shops, you'll find The Spread Eagle, which shows off a somewhat older history dating as far back as the 16th century, over the years having welcomed some highly illustrious former guests.

  • Elegant interiors: There's more to this place than its charming facade, however: interiors offer plenty of imaginative yet utterly elegant touches, that tastefully contrast with the building's many original period features. An overall sense of heritage permeates every nook and cranny, with vintage furniture dotting the rooms and communal areas.

  • Mediterranean tapas: Take yourself on a culinary tour of Europe with the hotel's creative tapas menu. After a pre-dinner cocktail, glass of wine or beer, tuck in to fresh sharing plates from Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, Turkey and Morocco in the hotel's Tapas Bar, Garden Bar or Fothergill Hall Lounge. 

Amenities

- Wi-Fi 
- Restaurant and bar
- Activities (fees may apply)
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge service
- Bike hire (fees apply)
- Terrace
- Garden
- Parking (see 'Offer details')
- Pet friendly (see 'Offer details')

How to get there

The Spread Eagle sits in a prime spot on the Thames High Street, just 13 miles away from Oxford, while London is under an hour's drive away. 

Good to know

Please note that the restaurant offers a three-course Mediterranean menu between Monday to Saturday. On Sunday they offer a Mediterranean Tapas menu and Sunday Roast menu. 

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements (including those related to COVID-19) 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.

Location and what's nearby

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16-17 Cornmarket, Thame OX9 2BW

The Spread Eagle is ideally positioned for scenic strolls through the delightful market town of Thame, where you'll find 13th-century buildings, weekly farmers' markets and a range of artisan butchers, bakers, delicatessens and tea shops lining the famous high street. For a dose of local culture, the Thame Museum and The Players Theatre are both walking-distance, and TV buffs shouldn't miss booking a Midsomer Murders tour.

Further out, you'll be an easy drive away from the 'dreaming spires' of Oxford, as well as Blenheim Palace and Waddesdon Manor, two of England's grandest stately homes. F1 fans will love visiting the famous Silverstone race track, while bargains aplenty await shopaholics at Bicester Outlet Village just a short distance away.

Cancellation policy

Unlimited free date changes up to 8 days before you check-in.
You can also cancel within this time period and get a refund in Secret Escapes credit, minus a £35 cancellation fee.

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