Welcome to Fordwells

Fordwells is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. The village is situated in the Cherwell Valley, surrounded by beautiful countryside and rolling hills. The village is home to a small community of residents who enjoy the peaceful and tranquil lifestyle that Fordwells has to offer. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it an ideal location for those who want to enjoy the benefits of rural living while still being close to urban amenities.

One of the main attractions of Fordwells is its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by lush green fields, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes. The area is perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is also home to several nature reserves and parks, where visitors can enjoy the local flora and fauna. The village is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

Fordwells is also home to several historic landmarks and buildings. The village has a rich history dating back to the medieval period, and many of its buildings and structures reflect this. The village church, St. Mary's, is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and is a popular destination for visitors. The village also has several historic houses and manors, including Fordwells Manor, which dates back to the 16th century. The village is a great destination for history buffs who want to explore the local heritage and culture.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 7°C

Feels Like: 3.4°C

Wind: 13.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Leafield Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Faye Dean	The Green Leafield Witney Oxfordshire OX29 9NP 1993878273 School Website
St Kenelms Church Of England Vc School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Catherine Souch	Wenrisc Drive Minster Lovell Witney Oxfordshire OX29 0SP 01993775394 School Website
Hailey Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Davies	Hailey Witney Oxfordshire OX29 9UB 01993703802 School Website
Windrush Church Of England Primary School Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Doland	Isabelle Spencer Way Witney OX29 7DL 1993651391 School Website
Windrush Valley School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Amanda Douglas	The Green London Lane Ascott-Under-Wychwood Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 6AN 1993831793 School Website
West Witney Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sam Birnage	Edington Road Witney Oxfordshire OX28 5FZ 01993706249 School Website
Witney Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mark Peacey	Hailey Road Witney Oxfordshire OX28 1HL 1993702388 School Website
Tower Hill Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Danielle Greenaway	Moor Avenue Witney Oxfordshire OX28 6NB 01993702599 School Website
Wychwood Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Joseph Rubba	Milton Road Shipton-Under-Wychwood Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 6BD 01993830059 School Website
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Witney Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Daniel O'connor	Curbridge Road Witney Oxfordshire OX28 5JZ 01993702480 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Finstock Charlbury Road, Finstock, Oxfordshire, OX7 3AW 4.27 Miles

Charlbury Station Approach, Off Dyers Hill, Charlbury, Oxfordshire, OX7 3HH 4.42 Miles

Kingham Station Road, Kingham, Oxfordshire, OX7 6UP 6.43 Miles

Combe Robin Hill, Off Bolton'S Lane, Near Combe, Oxfordshire, OX29 8ET 6.72 Miles

Hanborough Station Road, Off Main Road, Long Hanborough, Oxfordshire, OX29 8LA 7.77 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Oxfordshire Private Hire 01993 773707 44 Charterville Close, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 0SL 1.90 Miles
Angelas Travel 01993 771122 39 Brize Norton Road, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 0SF 1.92 Miles
Angela's Taxis 01993 771072 Davannaholdings, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 0SG 2.15 Miles
Excel Cars 01993 775198 Bushey Ground, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 0SW 2.48 Miles
Chauffeur Driven 0800 587 6646 7 Bushey Ground, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 0SW 2.48 Miles
Ace Taxis 01993 700999 18 Snowshill Dr, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 5GT 2.95 Miles
Abacus Taxis 01993 709188 18 Snowshill Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 5GT 2.95 Miles
Bas Cabs 07979 374749 18 Snowshill Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 5GT 2.95 Miles
Topcars Witney 07708 394526 11 Jordans Close, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 3AX 2.98 Miles
Jscabs 07811 108306 55, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 5BN 3.20 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Fordwells Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Asthall Leigh Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Field Assarts Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Witney Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Leafield Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox18 South Lawn Swinbrook Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Minster Lovell Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Spar Shop Brize Norton Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox18 Retreat Cottage Swinbrook Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox18 Asthall Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Minster Lovell Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ox18 Swinbrook Burford Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Singe Wood Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crawley Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Wychwood Surgery 01993 831061	The Wychwood Surgery Meadow Lane Shipton Under Wychwood Oxfordshire OX7 6BW
Windrush Medical Practice 01993 702911	Windrush Health Centre Welch Way Witney Oxfordshire OX28 6JS
Windrush Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Welch Way Witney OX28 6JS
Windrush Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Welch Way Witney OX28 6JS
Windrush Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Welch Way Witney OX28 6JS

Local Stores

Burford
74-76 High Street
Burford
Oxfordshire
OX18 4QF
01993 823038
Store Website
3.69 miles

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SPAR - Minster Lovell
4 Brize Norton Road
Minster Lovell
OX29 0SE
01993 775402
Store Website
1.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Helican Heights Llp
2 Clover Lane Curbridge Witney Oxfordshire OX29 0AH 07810 186161 sharonlwhelan@yahoo.co.uk 2.65 miles

Animals Treated
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Cornyard Veterinary Centre
16 Spinners Court 55 West End Witney Oxfordshire OX28 1NH 01993 702014 reception@cornyardvets.co.uk Website 3.60 miles
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Animals Treated
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Available 24 hours for emergencies Phone 01993 702014
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Available 24 hours for emergencies Phone 01993 702014
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Available 24 hours for emergencies Phone 01993 702014
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Available 24 hours for emergencies Phone 01993 702014
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Available 24 hours for emergencies Phone 01993 702014
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Available 24 hours for emergencies Phone 01993 702014

Stow Veterinary Surgeons - Burford Branch
Castles Yard Pytts Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4SJ 01451830620 reception@stowvets.co.uk Website 3.68 miles

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Stow Veterinary Surgeons
The Green Shipton Road Milton Under Wychwood Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 6JL 01451 830620 enquiries@stowvets.co.uk Website 3.86 miles


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Carterton Vets Ltd
12 Ventura Park Broadshires Way Carterton Oxfordshire OX18 1AD 01993 764 262 grahame@cartertonvets.co.uk 4.04 miles


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Tremain Veterinary Group
The Surgery 1 Farm Mill Lane Witney Oxfordshire OX28 4BJ 01993 703146 dlgoddard@tremainvets.demon.co.uk Website 4.05 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Foxburrow Wood
11 Foxburrow Ln Hailey Witney OX29 9UN 2.98 miles

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Ducklington Lake Witney
Avenue 2 Station Lane. Drive Straight To The End, Walk Under The Bridge And You Are There. A Great Circular Walk Around The Lake. Dogs Are Able To Run Off Lead And Socialise If They Are Friendly And You Are Sure They Wont Jump In The Water. A40 Witney Lancashire OX28 4YT 4.34 miles Avenue 2 Station Lane Witney

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Carterton Medows
A Large Open Field With Little Features But A Great Place To Socialize Your Dog(S). 95% Of The People That Visit This Walk Are Happy To Watch Their Dog Play With Others With Little Worry Or Avoidence. There Are Small Patches Of Water Dotted Around But Are Easily Avoided Even For The Naughtiest Of Dogs. This Walk Can Be Long Or Short Depending On Your Preference But I Guarantee That, If Your Dogs Like To Play, They Won't Make It To The End Of The Field Without Being Knackered. B4477 Carterton Lancashire OX18 1PE 5.19 miles Just Outside Carterton Heading Towards Swindon.

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Bampton Dog Walk
This Is A Lovely Walk Though The Historic Town Of Bampton Where Much Of Downton Abbey Was Filmed. It Is Also One The Few Places In The Uk To Have Both A Town And Village Hall! 4 Church St Bampton OX18 2NB 6.52 miles

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Hinton Waldrist Longworth Round Trip
Bridle Path And Villages. On Lead And Off Lead. Church Ln Longworth Abingdon OX13 5DY 10.08 miles Park Up Outside The Church And Then Walk Through The Bridle Path To Hinton Waldrist.

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Kidlington Circular Walk
65 Church St Kidlington Lancashire OX5 2BA 11.68 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
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