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Oxford (/ˈɒksfərd/)[4][5] is a city in England. It is the county town and only city of Oxfordshire. In 2017, its population was estimated at 152,450.[1] It is 56 miles (90 km) northwest of London, 64 miles (103 km) southeast of Birmingham, and 61 miles (98 km) northeast of Bristol. The city is home to the University of Oxford, the oldest university in the English-speaking world,[6] and has buildings in every style of English architecture from late Anglo-Saxon. Oxford's industries include motor manufacturing, education, publishing, information technology and science. The history of Oxford in England dates back to its original settlement in the Saxon period. Originally of strategic significance due to its controlling location on the upper reaches of the River Thames at its junction with the River Cherwell, the town grew in national importance during the early Norman period, and in the late 12th century became home to the fledgling University of Oxford.[7] The city was besieged during The Anarchy in 1142.[8]
The university rose to dominate the town. A heavily ecclesiastical town, Oxford was greatly affected by the changes of the English Reformation, emerging as the seat of a bishopric and a full-fledged city. During the English Civil War, Oxford housed the court of Charles I and was when the city stood at the heart of national affairs.[9]
The city began to grow industrially during the 19th century, and had an industrial boom in the early 20th century, with major printing and car-manufacturing industries. These declined, along with other British heavy industry, in the 1970s and 1980s, leaving behind a city which had developed far beyond the university town of the past.[10]
Coventry (/ˈkɒvəntri/ (
listen) KOV-ən-tree[5] or /ˈkʌv-/ KUV-)[6] is a city in the West Midlands, England. It is on the River Sherbourne. Coventry has been a large settlement for centuries, although it was not founded and given its city status until the Middle Ages.[7] The city is governed by Coventry City Council.
Formerly part of Warwickshire until 1451, Coventry had a population of 345,300 at the 2021 census,[8] making it the tenth largest city in England and the 12th largest in the United Kingdom.[9] It is the second largest city in the West Midlands region, after Birmingham, from which it is separated by an area of green belt known as the Meriden Gap, and the third largest in the Midlands after Birmingham and Leicester. The city is part of a larger conurbation known as the Coventry and Bedworth Urban Area, which in 2020 had an estimated population of 422,188.[10]
Coventry is 17 miles (27 km) east-south-east of Birmingham, 22 miles (35 km) south-west of Leicester, 9 miles (14 km) north of Warwick and 86 miles (138 km) north-west of London. Coventry is also the most central city in England, being only 12 miles (19 km) south-west of the country's geographical centre in Leicestershire.[11][12]
Coventry became an important and wealthy city of national importance during the Middle Ages. Later it became an important industrial centre, becoming home to a large bicycle industry in the 19th century, in the 20th century it became a major centre of the British motor industry, this made it a target for German air raids during the Second World War, and in November 1940, much of the historic city centre was destroyed by a large air raid. The city was rebuilt after the war, and the motor industry thrived until the mid-1970s, though by the late-1970s/early-1980s Coventry was in an economic crisis and amongst the country's highest levels of unemployment due to major plant closures and the collapse of the respective local supply-chain. In recent years Coventry has seen regeneration and an increase in population. The city has three universities: Coventry University in the city centre, the University of Warwick on the southern outskirts and the smaller private Arden University with its headquarters close to Coventry Airport.
Coventry was awarded UK City of Culture for 2021.[13][14
Royal Leamington Spa, commonly known as Leamington Spa or simply Leamington (/ˈlɛmɪŋtən/ (listen)), is a spa town and civil parish in Warwickshire, England. Originally a small village called Leamington Priors, it grew into a spa town in the 18th century following the popularisation of its water which was reputed to have medicinal qualities.[2] In the 19th century, the town experienced one of the most rapid expansions in England.[3] It is named after the River Leam, which flows through the town.
The town contains especially fine ensembles of Regency architecture,[4] particularly in parts of the Parade, Clarendon Square and Lansdowne Circus.
In 2019 Leamington had an estimated population of 52,213.[1] Leamington is adjoined with the neighbouring towns of Warwick and Whitnash, and the village of Cubbington; together these form a conurbation known as the "Royal Leamington Spa Built-up area" which in 2011 had a population of 95,172.[5]
Leamington lies around 9 miles (14 km) south of Coventry, 20 miles (32 km) south-east of Birmingham, and 81 miles (130 km) north-west of London. Leamington is divided by the River Leam running east to west, which is susceptible to flooding in extreme weather, with especially heavy floods in 1998 and 2007.[20][21]
The Leam is a tributary of the River Avon, which it joins just to the west of Leamington. The ancient town of Warwick lies adjoined directly to the west of Leamington, on the opposite bank of the Avon. Also contiguous with Leamington, directly to the south, with no natural border, is the smaller town of Whitnash. The village of Cubbington is adjoined to the north-east. Just outside the town lie the villages of Old Milverton to the north and Radford Semele 2.5 miles (4 km) to the east.
Leamington has several suburbs; the town has encompassed the former village of Lillington, directly to the north of the town centre. Other suburbs include Milverton to the northwest, Campion Hills to the east, Sydenham to the east and the rapidly expanding Heathcote district to the southwest.
The main road running through the town centre is Parade (formerly Lillington Lane until 1860).[3] This shopping street contains high street chains and The Royal Priors shopping mall.
Southam is a thriving market town set in the beautiful South Warwickshire countryside. With a population of around 6,500 and a designated conservation area, it has a rich heritage and interesting architecture, including a mix of Tudor and 17th century buildings. Southam also offers a selection of shops, cafes, pubs, amenities and regular markets, as well as a lively community scene, a busy events calendar, and diverse employment and business opportunities.
Situated on the River Stowe, Southam is centrally located between the towns of Leamington Spa (approx. 7 miles) and Rugby (approx. 10 miles) with good transport links to lots of major centres. The Southam area is full of pretty villages, attractive canal waterways and beautiful Warwickshire countryside. There are many interesting and exciting things to see and do and places to visit. Southam is located in the rural heart of England. It is close to Warwick, Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon, Kenilworth and Rugby. The closest cities are Coventry and Birmingham. Being the central hub for the area, Southam has plenty of annual public events including the May Day Fete, the Carnival, ‘Party on the Pitch’, Flower & Produce Show, the Mop Fair, John Turner Festival and Christmas Lights Switch-On, all adding to the sense of community that Southam and district residents enjoy throughout the year.
Nearby villages also hold an impressive array of events such as the Long Itchington, Stockton and Harbury Beer Festivals and the Napton Music Festival, drawing people in from a wide catchment area.
Many local clubs, societies and organisations present a huge range of regular activities in the area, including the Southam Cinema, Lions Furniture Sales, charity quiz nights, craft fairs, musical & dramatic events, rambles, talks and socials. Southam also has a regular market and a monthly Business Forum.
Banbury is a market town on the River Cherwell in northern Oxfordshire. The town is a bustling commercial and retail centre at the edge of the Cotswolds, with a primarily rural surrounding.
Banbury is set amidst the gentle rolling hills in the north of the district. An impressive bronze statue of the “Fine Lady” from the famous “Ride a cock horse to Banbury Cross” rhyme is set close to the Banbury Cross at the meeting point of the roads from Oxford, Warwick and Shipston-on-Stour. Other points of interest include the Market Place, the St Mary’s parish church, the atmospheric lanes and streets of the Old Town and the Castle Quay shopping mall with the town’s Museum set directly beside the Oxford Canal. The Museum connects to the 18th century Tooley’s Boatyard, where you can take a guided tour of the narrow boat workshop and dry-dock. A visit to Banbury should also include a visit to the Reindeer Inn on Parson Street, which played an important role in the English Civil War. In the Globe Room, situated in the Reindeer Inn, Oliver Cromwell has supposedly planned the Battle of Edge Hill. Foodies should also try a piece of the delicious ‘Banbury Cake’, a special fruit and pastry cake.
In the surrounding area, if you want more than just things to do in Banbury, you will also find the moated manor house of Broughton Castle, built of Hornton stone in the 14th century, and used as a film set for both “Shakespeare in Love” and “The Madness of King George”. There is more history to discover at nearby Edgehill, the scene of the first Civil War battle of 1642, and at the 17th century Upton House, a National Trust property famous for its art collection and 1930s style gardens. Whether you’re visiting Banbury for a day or more, there are many interesting places to visit to immerse yourself in the history and heritage of the town.
Located 3 miles southwest of Banbury, Broughton Castle is definitely a must-see. This historic ironstone manor house is a family home lived in by the 21st Lord and Lady Saye and Sele and their family, a beautiful place to visit anytime of the year.
Another great place to discover is Upton House, situated 7 miles northwest of Banbury and home to one of the National Trust’s most important art collections. You can enjoy their beautiful gardens and take a relaxing walk around the lawns, terraces, orchard, and herbaceous borders, and discover the ornamental pools and National Collection of Asters.
Open from April to September, Sulgrave Manor was built by the ancestors of George Washington and is a delightful place to visit. You can either choose to discover the unique history of the place or you can simply relax in the garden with friends and family – or both!
If you’re interested in learning about the history of Banbury, visit Banbury Museum for free and enjoy exhibitions of work by local artists. The museum is located in the town centre, next to the idyllic canal side and is open every day. Banbury is a historic market town located in the Cherwell valley in Northern Oxfordshire in England. Banbury is situated 64 miles northwest of London, 37 miles southeast of Birmingham, 27 miles southeast of Coventry and 22 miles northwest of Oxford. The postcode area is OX16. It is surrounded by other towns such as Drayton, Chacombe, Bloxham and Adderbury. The town is also on the edge of the famous Oxfordshire Cotswolds.
Chipping Norton is the highest town in Oxfordshire, situated on the western slopes of a hillside that was once the site of a Norman castle. 'Chipping' is derived from ceapen, an old English word meaning market. Alternatively the meaning comes from the medieval word Chepynge meaning long Market Square as will also be found at Chipping Campden and Chipping Sodbury. There has been a market here since the 13th century and was a major wool-trading town in the 15th century; the great 'wool' church of St Mary, built in perpendicular style, testifies to its prosperity.
The church has one of the finest interiors among the great Cotswold churches. The slender supporting pillars and the clerestory windows form an almost continuous band of glass above the nave to give the church a feeling of great height and lightness. The church is also noted for its unusual hexangonal porch with vaulted ceiling.
The lively little town has a vibrancy about it, but remains unpretentious and the everyday lives of those who live and work there have so far not been overshadowed by the effects of tourism - in other words its a 'real' Cotswold town with 'real' shops and fondly known as 'Chippy' to the locals. It is also known, importantly, for having the last fish and chip shop for 30 miles in the Cheltenham direction.
Chipping Norton offers the visitor plenty of retail therapy including several antique shops and a wide selection of restaurants, Inns and Pubs. Until not too long ago 'Chippy', apart from being a small market town, had a real industrial base in wool and tweed production. Just outside the town stands Bliss Tweed Mill, designed by George Woodhouse, it looks like a cross between a mansion and a folly, rather than a late 19th century factory having an unusual domed based chimney which is a landmark for Chipping Norton from miles about. Tweed of high quality was made here for many years. The owner William Bliss was instrumental in bringing the railway here to supply coal for his mill's steam engines. The Mill finally closed in 1980 and has now been converted to luxury apartments. The town's railway and it's station closed in the 1960s.
Although having the appearance and many of the facilities of a town, Kidlington is actually a very large village and it is claimed by the parish council that Kidlington is the second largest village in England. The original village was around the parish Church of St. Mary the Virgin, which is now right on the northern edge of the present village not far from the River Cherwell. There are still many attractive Georgian houses in this part of the village. Near the church is a 17th century almshouse built in 1671 by Sir William Morton who was a Royalist Commander during the Civil War and lived in nearby Hampden Manor in Mill Street.
In the 1920s and 1930s Kidlington was subject to ribbon development along the main road through the village (now the A4260), and many housing estates have been built behind this on both sides. The village now is centred on the shopping area in High Street where there are many shops, banks and building societies, etc.
St. Mary's Church has a 220-foot spire known as "Our Lady's Needle", and some fine medieval stained glass. It is a grade one listed building and dates from 1220. There is evidence of a church existing on the site from AD 1073. Behind the church there are archaeological remains of a three-sided moat, and a causeway has recently been discovered which is possibly of Roman origin. St. Mary's Rectory is Tudor.
Kidlington is on the A4260 Oxford to Banbury road about 5 miles north of Oxford.
Surrounded by stunning countryside, Witney lies on the edge of the Cotswolds, just 15 miles west of Oxford. The largest market town in the Cotswolds, Witney’s architecture reflects its past prosperity from the wool trade, including the 17th century Buttercross, the church of St Mary the Virgin and the fine tree-bordered green.
The town has a charming, bustling atmosphere with its unique blend of shops and cafes, including the recently restored Blanket Hall and Pie Shop, a twice weekly market and plenty of annual festivals.
There are lots of green spaces to enjoy, inlcuding the Leys with it's adventure golf and play area, and just a short walk from the town centre, across the water meadow, lies Cogges, an historic farmstead with a fascinating story.
The quaint Witney and District Museum offers visitors an insight into the history of the town and the Blanket Trail is a fantastic way to explore the town at your own pace.
Witney is an ideal place to base your stay in the Cotswolds; the town offers plenty to do both during the day and evening and is perfectly located for exploring the Cotswolds and historic Oxford.
