Aston

Settlement in Oxfordshire West Oxfordshire

England

Aston

Old Entrance Gate, Cote House
Old Entrance Gate, Cote House Credit: AJD

Aston is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. Situated approximately five miles west of the historic city of Oxford, Aston is nestled in the picturesque Cherwell Valley. The village is characterized by its charming rural setting, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams.

Aston has a rich history dating back to the medieval period, evidenced by the well-preserved St. James' Church, which stands prominently in the heart of the village. The church is a Grade II listed building and showcases beautiful architectural features such as a Norman doorway and a 13th-century font.

Despite its small size, Aston boasts a close-knit community and provides essential amenities to its residents. These include a local primary school, a village hall, and a post office. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting Aston to neighboring towns and Oxford city center.

The surrounding countryside offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Aston is also close to the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, allowing residents and visitors to explore stunning landscapes and picturesque villages.

Overall, Aston, Oxfordshire, is a delightful village that offers residents a peaceful and idyllic way of life, while still providing easy access to the cultural and educational opportunities of nearby Oxford.

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Aston Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.727784/-1.506242 or Grid Reference SP3403. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Entrance Gate, Cote House
Old Entrance Gate, Cote House
Bampton Road in Aston
Bampton Road in Aston
High Street in Aston
High Street in Aston
Houses on Cote Road
Houses on Cote Road
Cote Road in Cote
Cote Road in Cote
Cote Road heading to Standlake
Cote Road heading to Standlake
Aston Pottery The site includes a cafe, pottery shop and education centre.
Aston Pottery
The site includes a cafe, pottery shop and education centre.
Great Brook with dog The dog is fetching a thrown stick. This stretch of the brook and other nearby drains have been recently cleared of overhanging willows and bushes. There was an excavator parked in a field nearby, suggesting dredging will be the next step.
Great Brook with dog
The dog is fetching a thrown stick. This stretch of the brook and other nearby drains have been recently cleared of overhanging willows and bushes. There was an excavator parked in a field nearby, suggesting dredging will be the next step.
Lane junction in the Thames valley The lane from Chimney to Aston heads straight on.
Lane junction in the Thames valley
The lane from Chimney to Aston heads straight on.
Cote More or less the middle of Cote, which is largely strung out along this road.
Cote
More or less the middle of Cote, which is largely strung out along this road.
Allotments, Cote A large allotment area for a small village.
Allotments, Cote
A large allotment area for a small village.
Aston and Cote Church of England Primary School Next door to the church, the churchyard wall is just showing at the left.
Aston and Cote Church of England Primary School
Next door to the church, the churchyard wall is just showing at the left.
Road north from Aston It leaves Aston as North Street.
Road north from Aston
It leaves Aston as North Street.
Church Farm House, Bull Street, Aston
Church Farm House, Bull Street, Aston
Seat on the corner On the lane between Aston and Chimney.
A nice place to sit and watch the lack of traffic.
Seat on the corner
On the lane between Aston and Chimney. A nice place to sit and watch the lack of traffic.
Cottage Garden, Aston I think this is all part of the Aston Pottery centre, which sells plants and teas as well as pots.
Cottage Garden, Aston
I think this is all part of the Aston Pottery centre, which sells plants and teas as well as pots.
Pots at the Pottery Aston Pottery. They do what they say on the notice, and make a nice cup of tea as well.
Pots at the Pottery
Aston Pottery. They do what they say on the notice, and make a nice cup of tea as well.
Blue Flowers and Barns Part of the pottery/garden centre/tea room & gift shop site on the edge of Aston village.
Blue Flowers and Barns
Part of the pottery/garden centre/tea room & gift shop site on the edge of Aston village.
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Aston is located at Grid Ref: SP3403 (Lat: 51.727784, Lng: -1.506242)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: West Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Aston
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Pub
Red Lion
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Bus Stop
North Street
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North Street
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Bus Stop
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The Square
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Aston Stores
Shop: convenience
Lat/Long: 51.7250907/-1.5084474
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: OX18 429
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.7245427/-1.5075678
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside Aston and Cote Village Hall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 51.7260968/-1.5006454
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