Welcome to
Friars Court
Friars Court was established in 1149 when it was founded by the Monastic Knights of St. John as their first 'hospitallery' in Oxfordshire. After the Reformation in the 1530s the building became a private residence and the current, imposing, Cotswold stone house has stood on its moated site for over 300 years.
Friars Court has been home to the Willmer family for over 100 years and serves as the hub of a diverse farming estate, with a strong links towards wildlife conservation and renewable energy.
Navigate the menu bar to discover more about:
- the history of the house and farm
- visiting the gardens
- holding a civil ceremony
- how to book to stay on the Thames-side caravan sites or holiday cottage