Welcome to Helmdon

Helmdon is a picturesque village located in the county of Northamptonshire, England. The village is situated on the edge of the Cotswolds and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Helmdon has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. The village has a population of around 1,000 people and is known for its friendly community and traditional village events.

One of the main attractions in Helmdon is the St Mary Magdalene Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in Helmdon is the village pub, The Bell Inn. The pub is a traditional English pub and serves a range of local ales and delicious food.

Helmdon is also known for its beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque countryside, making it the perfect place to explore on foot or by bike. There are a number of walking and cycling routes in the area, including the Helmdon Hurler, a 10-mile circular walk that takes in some of the most beautiful scenery in the village. Overall, Helmdon is a charming village with a rich history and beautiful countryside, making it the perfect destination for a relaxing break.

Local Schools

School	Details
Helmdon Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Amanda Zdyrko	Station Road Helmdon Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 5QT 01295768126 School Website
St Loys Church Of England Primary Academy Weedon Lois Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Kathryn Crawford	Milthorpe Road Weedon Lois Towcester Northamptonshire NN12 8PP 01327860539 School Website
Greatworth Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lesley Lutas-Brown	Helmdon Road Greatworth Banbury Northamptonshire OX17 2DR 01295711456 School Website
Syresham St James C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katherine Clough	High Street Syresham Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 5HL 01280850269 School Website
The Radstone Primary School Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Andrea Curtis	Poppyfields Way Brackley NN13 6GA 1280390936 School Website
Culworth Church Of England School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sandra Prewer	Culworth The Green Banbury Northamptonshire OX17 2BB 01295760610 School Website
Bracken Leas Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Harwood	Magdalen Meadows Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 6LF 1280707050 School Website
Brackley Church Of England Junior School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rosalyne Peet	Manor Road Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 6EE 01280707060 School Website
Farthinghoe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Sharon Turner	Main Road Farthinghoe Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 5PA 1295710406 School Website
Waynflete Infants School Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Tina Lagdon	Waynflete Avenue Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 6AF 01280702270 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Kings Sutton Station Approach, Kings Sutton, Oxfordshire, OX17 3RR 7.44 Miles

Banbury Station Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5AB 8.09 Miles

Bicester North Chiltern Approach, Buckingham Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6EF 12.91 Miles

Bicester Village Station Approach, Off London Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6HU 13.59 Miles

Heyford Station Road, Lower Heyford, Oxfordshire, OX6 8UL 13.90 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Chauffeurs Direct Ltd 0800 018 9455 9 Oriel Way, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 6DR 3.83 Miles
1St Exec Cars 07758 781041 86 Martial Daire Boulevard, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 6LX 3.88 Miles
Brackley Taxi 01280 700600 26 High Street, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 7DS 4.17 Miles
A2b Taxis 07876 030383 26 High Street, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 7DS 4.17 Miles
Airport Transfers Brackley 01280 700600 26A High Street, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 7DS 4.17 Miles
A2b Cabs 01280 701111 17 Nether Close, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 7BP 4.18 Miles
Country Cabs 01295 713747 Beechwood House/Main Rd, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 5PB 4.24 Miles
Ic Cars 01280 701234 57 Beaumont Crescent, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 6AS 4.25 Miles
Chilli Taxis 01280 83 833 8 Banbury Road, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 6AU 4.49 Miles
Titford James Cars Ltd 07860 308800 39C High Street, Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 8US 5.00 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Milthorpe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Radstone No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox17 Sulgreave Po Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Lois Weedon No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox17 Peveril Rd Greatworth No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Brackley Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Wellington Road Brackley NN13 6QZ
Brackley Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Wellington Road Brackley NN13 6QZ
Brackley Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Wellington Road Brackley NN13 6QZ
Brackley Medical Centre 01280 702436	Brackley Medical Centre And Community Hospital Wellington Road Northamptonshire NN13 6QZ
Springfield Surgery 01280 703431	Springfield Surgery Springfield Way Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 6JJ

Local Stores

High Street Brackley
97-99 High Street
Brackley
Northamptonshire
NN13 7BW
01280 703595
Store Website
4.01 miles

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SPAR - Byfield Fiveways
1A High St
Byfield
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NN11 6XQ
01327 260 082
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Croft Veterinary Centre
122 Banbury Road Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 6BH 01280 703451 info@croftvetcentre.co.uk Website 4.24 miles
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Mansion Hill Veterinary Practice
133 Main Road Middleton Cheney Oxfordshire OX17 2PP 01295 712 110 info@mansionhillvets.co.uk Website 5.80 miles
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Woodford Halse Veterinary Surgery
16 Station Road Woodford Halse Daventry Northamptonshire NN11 6RB 01327 262016 vet@westbarvets.co.uk Website 6.13 miles
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Towcester Veterinary Centre
Burcote Road Towcester Northamptonshire NN12 6JW 01327 350239 admin@towcester-vets.co.uk Website 7.11 miles

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Beech House Veterinary Surgery
The Bell Plantation Watling Street Towcester Northamptonshire NN12 6GX 01327 354477 admin@beechhousevets.co.uk Website 7.18 miles
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Vets 2 Your Pets
Tingewick Mill Church Lane Tingewick Buckinghamshire MK18 4RB 0333 366 0148 info@vets2yourpets.co.uk Website 7.72 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hazelborough Wood
Hazelborough Wood Is An Ancient Oak Woodland With A Network Of Grassy Rides For Walking. It Showcases Beautiful Bluebells In Spring Time And Wildlife Spotting All Year Round. Brackley Hatch Brackley Lancashire NN13 5TU 4.11 miles If Approaching From The South, Exit The A43 At The Junction Signposted For Silverstone, And Turn Left Immediately Into The Car Park For The Woods. If Approaching From The North, Exit The A43 At The Junction Signposted For Silverstone, Take The Third Exit On The Roundabout Then Take The Next Left And Follow Signs For Hazelborough Woods.

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Banbury To Drayton Fields
Stratford Rd Banbury Lancashire OX15 6EF 9.77 miles United Kingdom

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Stoke Wood
Lovely Woods Where Dogs Are Allowed Off Lead. Free Parking And Set Walks Are Shown By Arrowed Posts Throughout The Forest. Stoke Woods Car Park Stoke Lyne Lancashire 10.06 miles Leave The M40 At Junction 10 And Follow The Signposts For The A43. At The Roundabout, Take The Third Exit Onto The B1400 From Where The Wood Is Signposted With A Brown Sign. For The Main Entrance Into Stoke Wood, Follow The Road For 1.5Km And Turn Right Into The Small Lane. After Approximately 140M The Entrance Will Be On The Left Hand Side, Next To The Car Park (Not Owned By The Trust) Which Holds Around 30 Cars.

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Daventry Country Park
Daventry Country Park Daventry Lancashire NN11 2JB 12.29 miles

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Burton Dassett Hills Country Park
Unspoilt, Rolling Hills – That’S What You Will Discover At Burton Dassett Hills. Whether You Are Walking, Flying A Kite Or Just Sitting In Your Car, The Magnificent Views From These Hills Are Breathtaking. Unnamed Road Southam CV47 2AB 12.71 miles Cv47 2Ab

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Salcey Forest
There Are Various Walks Available From Walks On Pathed Areas To Going Off The Main Track Into The Woods Requiring Your Wellies! Maps Of The Different Walks Are Available At The Cafe. Parking Is Paid At The Main Car Park By The Cafe And Children's Play Area Or You Can Park For Free At The Horse Box Parking If There Is Room. The Children's Play Area Is Very Good For Little Ones And There Is Also A Tree Top Walk. The Dogs Can Go Off Lead All The Way Round. Salcey Forest Hartwell Northampton Lancashire NN7 2HX 13.62 miles

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