In a message dated 25/08/2011 10:32:42 GMT Daylight Time, erylbloxham12@btinternet.com writes: off subject a little but does anyone have any recommendations for accommodation near Cowley preferably self catering? Eryl Bloxham Dear Eryl There are two options on this that I can think of, but they might not be what you had in mind. Certainly, I don't know of any self-catering chalets, caravans or the like in the vicinity. The first option is the pub directly across the road from the Oxfordshire History Centre, which does bed and breakfast - word is that it is quite reasonable. It is :- "The Original Swan", Oxford Road, Cowley, Oxford OX4 2LF - 01865 778888 http://www.arkells.com/pubs_more2.php?id=636 Alternatively, about seven minutes walk from the Oxfordshire History Centre is a "Premier Inn". Here, you can book a room only, with all meals being chargeable extras in the adjacent restaurant. It is :- "Premier Inn Oxford", Oxford Business Park, Garsington Road, Cowley, Oxford OX4 2JT - 0871 527 8866 http://www.premierinn.com/en/hotel/OXFLON/oxford It's worth noting that "Premier Inn" tend to offer substantial discounts to folks who book more than twenty-eight days in advance of their stay. Both "The Original Swan" and "Premier Inn Oxford" have car parking, and are close to the buses for trips into the city centre etc. Please let me know if you need further help. Best wishes. Paul Gaskell Publicity Officer Oxfordshire FHS publicity@ofhs.org.uk