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University of Oxford Botanic Garden
University of Oxford Botanic Garden Review
Founded in 1621 as a healing garden, this is the oldest of its kind in the British Isles. Set on the river, the diverse garden displays 6,000 species ranging from lilies to citrus trees. There's a spacious walled garden and some unusual sights, including interesting rock and bog gardens.
- Address: Rose La., Oxford, OX1 4AZ | Map It
- Phone: 01865/286690
- Cost: £4
- Hours: Mar., Apr., Sept., and Oct., daily 9--5; May--Aug., daily 9--6; Nov.--Feb., daily 9--4:30. Last admission 45 mins before closing.
- Website: www.botanic-garden.ox.ac.uk
- Location: Oxford
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