One of englands original 13th century coaching inns located in the historic picturesque town of woodstock the town is home to blenheim palace as well as many fine boutiques art galleries furniture and antique shops woodstock is also at the gateway to the cotswolds close to oxford and stratford upon avon with its ivy clad faade oak beams stonewalls and open fires the bear exudes warmth and cosiness perfect for a retreat the award winning 2 aa rosette restaurant offers modern british