Morris Motors' Oxfordshire
Discover the fascinating story of William Morris, the father of British car manufacturing, through historic Oxfordshire locations.
- Theme
- History
- Location
- Cowley, Oxfordshire
- Duration
- 5 hours 30 minutes
- Designer
- Barry Pickard
Experience
Route
Oxford Bus Museum
Museum containing around 40 vintage buses and coaches, the earliest dating from 1913. The museum also hosts the Morris Motors Museum.
Car
Drive yourself to MINI Visitor Centre.
MINI Visitor Centre
The visitor centre is the starting point for the Mini plant tour and boasts a well stocked gift shop in the original home of Morris Motors.
Car
Drive yourself to The William Morris - JD Wetherspoon.
The William Morris - JD Wetherspoon
Child-friendly, affordable pub and restaurant, serving a wide range of drinks and an extensive menu with something to suit everyone.
Car
Drive yourself to National Trust - Nuffield Place.
National Trust - Nuffield Place
This country house was home to Sir William Morris, founder of the Morris Motor Company. This rambling house, with a mix of architectural styles, has interiors that reflect Morris' eclectic tastes.
About
This route was designed by Barry Pickard in collaboration with Autoura.
Barry Pickard
Specialising in European and North American destinations, as well as a number of other countries around the world, I have designed self-guided tours for city based visits; multi-stop road trips; family, group and couples vacations; as well as themed excursions. Experienced in designing walking tours, driving tours and robotaxi experiences. A history graduate, with a great eye for detail, my passion for travel and research has found its apogee in designing fun, interesting and thoughtful trips
