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Shipton-on-Cherwell

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly👪 Family-friendly

Shipton-on-Cherwell — village in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom.

Shipton-on-Cherwell, towns & cities in Oxfordshire

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–6 h
Nearest railway station
Walled Garden Station · 3.3 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Shipton-on-Cherwell is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Address: OX5. Wikidata describes it as: "village in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom". Coordinates: 51.8490°, -1.3050°.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Shipton-on-Cherwell & Whitehill Farm Quarries SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

Shipton-on-Cherwell is a village in the civil parish of Shipton-on-Cherwell and Thrupp, in the Cherwell district, in the county of Oxfordshire, England. It is on the River Cherwell about 2 miles (3 km) north of Kidlington in Oxfordshire, England.

Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.

Coordinates
51.8490, -1.3050
County
Oxfordshire
District
Cherwell
Parish
Shipton-on-Cherwell and Thrupp
Postcode
OX5
Parliamentary constituency
Bicester and Woodstock
Nearest railway station
Walled Garden Station3.3 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Shipton-on-Cherwell is a village located in Oxfordshire, within the West Midlands region of the UK. Our guide lists N attractions within reach.

At a glance

Administrative county
Oxfordshire
Constituency
Bicester and Woodstock

Things to see in Shipton-on-Cherwell

39 attractions within 12 km — showing the 24 most editorially-significant. Full guide: things to do in Shipton-on-Cherwell

Sign in Car Park, Kidlington - geograph.org.uk - 6709442📷 5

Theatres · South East England

Sterling Cinema

Sterling Cinema in England South East, United Kingdom.

Thrupp - 1987 - geograph.org.uk - 2419506📷 5

Historic pubs · South East England

The Boat Public House

The Boat Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.

Charlton Services at the Bus Stop - geograph.org.uk - 4319096📷 7

Historic pubs · South East England

The Blacks Head Public House

The Blacks Head Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.

Former canal warehouse at Enslow - geograph.org.uk - 4712318📷 7

Historic pubs · South East England

Rock Of Gibraltar Public House

Rock Of Gibraltar Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.

Footbridge No 229 on the Oxford Canal - geograph.org.uk - 4527384📷 3

Viewpoints · South East England

Barrett Bridge

Barrett Bridge is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Bletchingdon Park📷 3

Historic houses · South East England

Bletchingdon Park

Bletchingdon Park — country house in Oxfordshire, England, UK.

👶thecotswoldsapp.com
Gardens of Rousham House📷 3

Gardens · South East England

Gardens of Rousham House

Gardens of Rousham House — English garden at Rousham House in Oxfordshire.

Grade I🐕rousham.org
Kirtlington Quarry📷 3

Forests & woodlands · South East England

Kirtlington Quarry

Kirtlington Quarry is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.

Free🐕👶
Kirtlington Quarry📷 3

Quarries · South East England

Kirtlington Quarry

Kirtlington Quarry is a quarry in the United Kingdom.

Rousham Park views - geograph.org.uk - 98838📷 3

Memorials & monuments · South East England

Lion and Horse

Lion and Horse is a memorial in the United Kingdom.

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B4027 - A4260 staggered junction - geograph.org.uk - 321119📷 3

Cemeteries · South East England

North Oxfordshire Crematorium and Memorial Park

North Oxfordshire Crematorium and Memorial Park is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.

Free🐕northoxfordmemorial.co.uk
The Pyramid House📷 3

Historic houses · South East England

The Pyramid House

The Pyramid House — house in Rousham, West Oxfordshire, England, UK.

👶
Rousham House, Niched sculpture in the west wall 1 - geograph.org.uk - 7217141📷 3

Gardens · South East England

Rousham House and Gardens

Rousham House and Gardens — a garden in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

🐕👶rousham.org
Aves Ditch - geograph.org.uk - 417917📷 3

Archaeological sites · South East England

Ash Bank

Ash Bank — a archaeological in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Ruined manor house, Hampton Gay - geograph.org.uk - 3340299📷 3

Manor houses · South East England

Hampton Gay Manor

Hampton Gay Manor — a manor in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Benchmark on St James's Church - geograph.org.uk - 5259808📷 5

Historic houses · South East England

Rousham House

Rousham House — a Grade I-listed historic house in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Grade I👶rousham.org
Oxfordshire Way footpath east of Kirtlington - geograph.org.uk - 1967787📷 3

Historic houses · South East England

Kirtlington Park

Kirtlington Park — a Grade I-listed historic house in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Grade I👶
Six Bells (2) - sign, 70 Mill Street, Kidlington - geograph.org.uk - 2707774📷 3

Manor houses · South East England

Hampden Manor

Hampden Manor — Grade II listed building-listed manor in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Benchmark on Pigeon Lock bridge - geograph.org.uk - 3205131📷 3

Historic bridges · South East England

Oxford Canal Bridge Approximately 300 Metres South West Of Pigeons Lock Pinsey Bridge

Oxford Canal Bridge Approximately 300 Metres South West Of Pigeons Lock Pinsey Bridge — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Dashwood Lock - geograph.org.uk - 7598169📷 3

Historic bridges · South East England

Oxford Canal Bridge At Dashwood Lock

Oxford Canal Bridge At Dashwood Lock — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Benchmark on Oxford Canal Bridge 213 - geograph.org.uk - 5667680📷 3

Historic bridges · South East England

Oxford Canal Bridge At Pigeons Lock

Oxford Canal Bridge At Pigeons Lock — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
The Oxford Canal by Yarnton Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 932938📷 3

Historic bridges · South East England

Bridge 228, Oxford Canal

Bridge 228, Oxford Canal — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
View towards the disused cement works chimney - geograph.org.uk - 4522495📷 3

Historic bridges · South East England

Bridge At Shipton Weir Lock, Oxford Canal

Bridge At Shipton Weir Lock, Oxford Canal — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
The Rock of Gibraltar from the canal - geograph.org.uk - 4712315📷 3

Historic bridges · South East England

Canal Bridge Approximately 60 Metres West Of The Rock Of Gibraltar Public House

Canal Bridge Approximately 60 Metres West Of The Rock Of Gibraltar Public House — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕

Nearby

Bridge No. 219 in open position - geograph.org.uk - 8068352📷 3

Historic bridges · South East England

Shipton Lift Bridge (219) Sp 4850 1675, Oxford Canal

Shipton Lift Bridge (219) Sp 4850 1675, Oxford Canal — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
View towards the disused cement works chimney - geograph.org.uk - 4522495📷 3

Historic bridges · South East England

Bridge At Shipton Weir Lock, Oxford Canal

Bridge At Shipton Weir Lock, Oxford Canal — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Ruined manor house, Hampton Gay - geograph.org.uk - 3340299📷 3

Manor houses · South East England

Hampton Gay Manor

Hampton Gay Manor — a manor in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

River Cherwell above Shipton Weir Lock - geograph.org.uk - 6541302📷 5

Campsites · South East England

Greenhill Leisure Park

Greenhill Leisure Park — a campsite in england west midlands.

Freegreenhill-leisure-park.co.uk
Thrupp - 1987 - geograph.org.uk - 2419506📷 5

Historic pubs · South East England

The Boat Public House

The Boat Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.

Former canal warehouse at Enslow - geograph.org.uk - 4712318📷 7

Historic pubs · South East England

Rock Of Gibraltar Public House

Rock Of Gibraltar Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.

Where to eat & stay near Shipton-on-Cherwell

Places to stay

River Cherwell above Shipton Weir Lock - geograph.org.uk - 6541302📷 5

Campsites · South East England

Greenhill Leisure Park

Greenhill Leisure Park — a campsite in england west midlands.

Freegreenhill-leisure-park.co.uk
Woodstock Coffee Shop - geograph.org.uk - 6730640📷 7

Hotels · South East England

The Marlborough Arms

The Marlborough Arms — a hotel in england west midlands.

themarlborougharms.co.uk
Market Street, Woodstock - geograph.org.uk - 4842862📷 7

Hotels · South East England

The Kings Arms Hotel

The Kings Arms Hotel — a hotel in england west midlands.

Freekingshotelwoodstock.co.uk
Un-named road north of Dolly's Barn - geograph.org.uk - 3395224📷 5

Campsites · South East England

Diamond Farm C.& C. Park

Diamond Farm C.& C. Park — a campsite in england west midlands.

Freediamondpark.co.uk
Toys Were Us ... - geograph.org.uk - 4850293📷 7

Hotels · South East England

The Feathers

The Feathers — a hotel in england west midlands.

Woodstock Town Hall - geograph.org.uk - 8242199📷 5

Hotels · South East England

The Bear Hotel

The Bear Hotel — a hotel in england west midlands.

Places to eat & drink

Thrupp - 1987 - geograph.org.uk - 2419506📷 5

Historic pubs · South East England

The Boat Public House

The Boat Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.

Former canal warehouse at Enslow - geograph.org.uk - 4712318📷 7

Historic pubs · South East England

Rock Of Gibraltar Public House

Rock Of Gibraltar Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.

Charlton Services at the Bus Stop - geograph.org.uk - 4319096📷 7

Historic pubs · South East England

The Blacks Head Public House

The Blacks Head Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.

No.6 and 8 High Street - geograph.org.uk - 8244556📷 5

Restaurants · South East England

Brothertons Brasserie

Brothertons Brasserie — a restaurant in england west midlands. Cuisine: italian;pizza.

brothertonsbrasserie.co.uk
The Black Prince - geograph.org.uk - 8194956📷 7

Historic pubs · South East England

The Black Horse Public House

The Black Horse Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.

River Cherwell at Gosford Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 4320675📷 5

Restaurants · South East England

Miller & Carter

Miller & Carter — a restaurant in england west midlands. Cuisine: steak. Brand: Miller & Carter.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Shipton-on-Cherwell?
Shipton-on-Cherwell is in Oxfordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode OX5), in the parish of Shipton-on-Cherwell and Thrupp.
What is Shipton-on-Cherwell?
Shipton-on-Cherwell — village in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Shipton-on-Cherwell?
The nearest railway station is Walled Garden Station, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode OX5.
Is Shipton-on-Cherwell a protected site?
Yes — Shipton-on-Cherwell is part of the Shipton-on-Cherwell & Whitehill Farm Quarries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Shipton-on-Cherwell free to visit?
Yes, Shipton-on-Cherwell is free to enter.
How do I get to Shipton-on-Cherwell?
The nearest railway station is Walled Garden Station, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode OX5.