With its stunning architecture, cobbled streets, and numerous picturesque green parks, Oxford is a wonderful place to visit in the summer months. What better way to enjoy the sunshine than with a cold sweet treat? Here are our favourite spots in Oxford to indulge your sweet tooth, and they’re all a 5-minute walk away from our Oxford hotel!

Ben’s Cookies

Ben’s Cookies began as a stall in Oxford’s Covered Market in 1983 and is still going strong today, serving freshly baked cookies in a delicious variety of flavours. This place is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth as its just a 5-minute walk away from Vanbrugh House! (Recognise the style of the logo? It was drawn by renowned illustrator Quentin Blake!)

To check out the delicious variety of cookies on offer, visit the website here.

Moo Moo’s

Also situated in Oxford’s historic Covered Market, Moo Moo’s serves up a delicious range of milkshakes and smoothies that are perfect to enjoy on a warm summer’s day. Go for a fruity selection with their list of smoothies or choose your favourite chocolate bar to create the milkshake of your dreams!

To check out the deliciously sweet menu, visit the website here.

iScream

Another gem of Oxford’s Covered Market is iScream, a gelateria serving beautiful, fluffy gelato and handmade sorbetto every day using fresh, local, organic produce. Another perfect accompaniment for a summer trip to Oxford!

To find out more visit the website here.

Vanbrugh House Hotel, a boutique hotel in Oxford, is ideally located in the centre of Oxford, near to the area’s top Oxford museums, Oxford theatres and Oxford bars. To check availability, email us or call us on 01865 244 622.