Old Swan Minster Mill

Old Swan Minster Mill frequently asked questions

Who owns Old Swan Minster Mill?

Old Swan & Minster Mill in Oxfordshire is owned by Andrew Brownsword Hotels, which acquired the property in 2016. Following a £4.5 million refurbishment, the site operates as a luxury hotel, with Minster Mill operating as a separate entity from the nearby Old Swan.

How do you get to Old Swan Minster Mill?

Located just 15 miles from Oxford and 11 miles from Blenheim Palace, Old Swan & Minster Mill is nestled within 65 acres of idyllic grounds in the picturesque village of Minster Lovell.

Arrive at the Minster Mill courtyard and the team can help you unload before you park in the complimentary car park. Directions are via the M40 (J8 from the south, J9 from the north), then towards Oxford and follow signs for Cheltenham A40. Take the slip road for “Carterton, Minster Lovell”, continue through the village, then follow signs to Old Swan & Minster Mill. Cross the stone bridge and the reception is on your left.

The nearest station is Charlbury (approximately seven miles) or Oxford station (15 miles). Taxis are available, or transport can be pre-arranged on request.

London Oxford Airport is around 18 miles away, Staverton/Cheltenham (31 miles away), Heathrow (60 miles away), Birmingham (75 miles away), and Gatwick (95 miles away).

What is included in a spa day at Old Swan Minster Mill?

What is included in a spa day depends on the experience that you book. Facilities include a plunge pool with rock sauna, aroma steam room, ice fountain and tropical rainforest showers. There are three treatment rooms, where therapists use ESPA products.

What is near Old Swan Minster Mill?

Old Swan Minster Mill is in an ideal location for combining pampering with local exploration. Nearby attractions include:

• Minster Lovell Hall
• The Blue Boar
• Witney
• Cogges Manor Farm
• Burford
• Manfred Schotten Antiques
• Tolsey Museum
• Burford Golf Club
• The Cotswold Wildlife Park
• North Leigh Roman Villa
• Charlbury Museum
• Combe Mill

When was Old Swan Minster Mill built?

The Old Swan in Minster Lovell, Oxfordshire, is a historic coaching inn dating back to the 15th century. It features a timber-framed Tudor cross wing, with parts of the surrounding village, including Minster Lovell Hall, dating to the 12th century. The adjacent Minster Mill is a separate, more modern structure.

What amenities does Old Swan Minster Mill have?

Old Swan Minster Mill is a four-star hotel set within 65 acres of grounds with 38 rooms and suites. The restaurant and bar fuses contemporary and traditional British cooking using the best regional, seasonal ingredients.

Facilities include a plunge pool with rock sauna, aroma steam room, ice fountain and tropical rainforest showers. There are three treatment rooms, where therapists use ESPA products.

Accessible facilities include:

• Accessible parking is available
• Wooden flooring in reception, three steps up to the main bedroom corridor with a ramp available should it be required
• Assistance with luggage and car parking is available
• Tours of the property can be arranged if guests require orientation
• A golf buggy is available for help with luggage and for guests with mobility issues
• Guide dogs and accredited assistance dogs are welcome throughout our hotel
• 14 bedrooms on the ground floor, access to some rooms involves steps, and guests should advise of any requirements for mobility assistance
• All ground-floor rooms have walk-in showers; however, there are no special disabled facilities provided in the bathrooms
• There is a disabled toilet at the hotel’s main reception
• Old Swan & Minster Mill’s Restaurant is accessed via one step; once inside, the flooring is level with ramps available on request
• Level access with low-level mood lighting to spa treatment rooms

What are the food and drink options at Old Swan Minster Mill?

The restaurant and bar fuses contemporary and traditional British cooking using the best regional, seasonal ingredients.

How many treatment rooms are there at Old Swan Minster Mill?

There are three treatment rooms, where therapists use ESPA products.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in time is 3pm, check-out time is 11am. Spa opening times are Monday to Friday from 7am to 9pm and Saturday to Sunday from 8am to 8pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.