Welcome to Headington Hill

Headington Hill is a prominent hill located in the eastern part of Oxfordshire, England. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering stunning views of the city and the surrounding countryside. The hill is home to several notable landmarks, including the Headington Shark, a sculpture of a shark embedded in the roof of a house, and the Headington Hill Hall, a historic mansion that now serves as a student residence for Oxford Brookes University.

The hill is also known for its lush greenery and scenic walking trails, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll through the hill's many parks and gardens, or hike up to the summit for a more challenging workout. The hill is also home to several sports fields and facilities, including a cricket pitch and a tennis court, making it a great place for sports enthusiasts to enjoy a game or two.

Headington Hill is not just a place of natural beauty and recreational activities, but also a hub of academic excellence. The hill is home to several prestigious educational institutions, including Oxford Brookes University and the Oxford Centre for Mission Studies. These institutions attract students and scholars from all over the world, making Headington Hill a vibrant and diverse community. With its rich history, stunning views, and academic excellence, Headington Hill is truly a unique and special place in Oxfordshire.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 6.3°C

Feels Like: 2.4°C

Wind: 14.1 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Oxford Brookes University Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Alistair Fitt	Headington Campus Gipsy Lane Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 0BP 1865741111 School Website
Headington School Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mrs Caroline Jordan	Headington Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 7TD 1865759100 School Website
Rye St Antony Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Miss Joanne Croft	Pullen's Lane Oxford Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 0BY 1865762802 School Website
Cheney School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Rob Pavey	Cheney Lane Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 7QH 01865765726 School Website
St Michaels C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rosalind Owen	Marston Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 0EJ 01865241476 School Website
Oxford International College Other Independent School Ages:14-19 Head Teacher Principal Kim Terrar	1-5 London Place Oxford OX4 1BD 1865203988 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Oxford Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jessica Tweedie	Headley Way Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 7SX 01865763357 School Website
East Oxford Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Russell Kaye	Union Street Cowley Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1JP 01865240219 School Website
St Andrews Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Holmes	London Road Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 9ED 01865762396 School Website
Windmill Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Knapp	Margaret Road Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 8NG 01865762509 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ascott-Under-Wychwood Shipton Road, Ascott-Under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, OX3 5LP 1.64 Miles

Oxford Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS 1.88 Miles

Oxford Parkway Water Eaton Park &Amp;Amp; Ride, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8HA 3.91 Miles

Islip Off Bletchingdon Road, Islip, Oxfordshire, OX5 2TQ 4.81 Miles

Radley Foxborough Road, Radley, Oxfordshire, OX14 3AB 4.96 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Elite Cars Oxford 01865 250500 24 Bartlemas Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1XX 0.72 Miles
Andersen Brook Private Hire 01865 203040 52 Crotch Cr, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0JJ 0.74 Miles
Queen Cars 01865 766666 152A Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1JJ 0.75 Miles
Continental Chauffeurs 01865 425600 1 Ridgefield Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 3BS 0.84 Miles
Elite Cars Oxford 01865 250500 Brookfield Crescent, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0AZ 0.88 Miles
Elite Fleet Cars 01865 691538 High Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 4AS 1.02 Miles
Kit Mobility Taxis 07862 768276 17 Pauling Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 8PU 1.07 Miles
Star Cars Oxford 01865 777695 28 Westfield Close, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 2YB 1.09 Miles
Oxford Cabs 01865 699003 19 Salford Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0RX 1.09 Miles
Oxford Cabs T/A Regal Cars 01865 747425 19 Salford Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0RX 1.09 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Headington Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grays Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Student Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cheney Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pullens Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Divinity Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
All Saints Rd/ Barrington Close Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Jack Straws Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Burne	Hksc Building Headington Hill Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 0BT
St. Bartholomews Medical Centre 01865 242334	St.Bartholomews Med.Ctr. Manzil Way,Cowley Road Oxford OX4 1XB
Manor Surgery 01865 762535	The Manor Surgery Osler Road, Headington Oxford OX3 9BP
Manor Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Osler Road Headington Oxford OX3 9BP
Manor Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Osler Road Headington Oxford OX3 9BP

Local Stores

Oxford - Brookes
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX3 0BP
01865 760762
Store Website
0.17 miles

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SPAR - Headington
10 - 12 Underhill Circus
Headington
Oxford
OX3 9LU
01865 763606
Store Website
1.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Oxford Iffley Road - Iffley Vets
35 Iffley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1EA 01865 242600 oxford.iffley.rd@medivet.co.uk Website 0.85 miles
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Medivet East Oxfordoxford Animal Centre
364 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 2AG 01865 250000 east.oxford@medivet.co.uk Website 0.86 miles
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Medivet Marston Cat Clinic
24 Cherwell Drive Marston Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 0LY 01865 950700 Marston.cat.clinic@medivet.co.uk Website 0.86 miles

Animals Treated
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Beaumont Veterinary Clinic
29-31 Wharton Road Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 8AL 01865 765641 web.beaumont@cvsvets.com Website 0.97 miles
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Oxford Cowley Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Templars Retail Park, Between Towns Road Cowley Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 3JP oxfordcowley@vets4pets.com 1.56 miles


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Medivet North Oxford
67 Woodstock Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 6HJ 01865 554521 north.oxford@medivet.co.uk Website 1.65 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Shotover Country Park
289 Acres Of Varied Landscape And Spectacular Views. Oxford City Council Has Lots More Information On Their Website Oxford.Gov.Uk The Ridings Oxford OX3 8TB 1.80 miles

Location what3words water.bank.porch

Bagley Wood
A Lovely Wood For An Hour Or So Walk. Roadside Parking And Very Quiet Allowing A Peaceful Walk. Dogs Can Be Off Lead All The Way Round. Bagley Wood A34 Kennington Oxford OX1 5NA 3.10 miles The Satnav Doesn’T Tend To Recognise The Last Turning. Look Out For Bagley Wood Road And You’Ll Find The Verge To Park On Just Before The Bridge.

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Toot Baldon
A Beautiful Walk From St Lawrence's Church In Toot Baldon Across The Fields Where You Can Walk As Far As Berinsfield And Beyond If You Choose. Free Parking At The Church With A Designated Footpath Through The Churchyard Into Lovely Fields For Your Dogs To Run Around, A Stream And A Mostly Flat Walk. The Mole Inn Pub Is There For A Nice Lunch After Your Walk, Dog Friendly Garden With Water Available For Your Dogs! Court Leys House Toot Baldon Oxford OX44 9NF 4.42 miles Parking At St Lawrence Church In Toot Baldon, Found At The End Of The Lane Next To The Mole Inn Public House

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Bernwood Forest
There Are 60 Miles Of Tracks Within This Reserve - Over Meadows And Through The Woodland 5.48 miles Ox33 1Bj Map Ref: Sp 606 111

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Kidlington Circular Walk
65 Church St Kidlington Lancashire OX5 2BA 5.62 miles

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Dorchester On Thames To Wittingham Clumps
This Is About A 4 Mile Round Walk. Park After The Bridge Entering Dorchester And There Are Toilets There. Walk Through An Extremely Picturesque Village (Take Lots Of Change As Residents Sell Jams, Marmalade, Eggs, Fruit And Veg) - Follow The Signs To The Catholic Church And Then Walk To Little Wittingham Through Fields And Over Bridge And Through To Another Church Then Follow Signs Up To The Clumps. 62 High St Dorchester Wallingford OX10 7HN 8.01 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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Feels Like	-15.6°C	-15.1°C	-14.9°C	-15.3°C	-14°C	-10.4°C	-5.1°C	-0.9°C	0.5°C	-0.7°C	-3°C	-9.8°C

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