Shifford Lock Cut

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Oxfordshire West Oxfordshire

England

Shifford Lock Cut

Shifford Lock Cut is a tranquil waterway located in Oxfordshire, England. It serves as a connecting channel between the River Thames and the Thames Navigation System. This man-made cut was constructed in the early 1800s to improve navigation and ease the passage of boats along the river.

The cut stretches for approximately a mile and is surrounded by lush greenery and picturesque landscapes. It is a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers, offering a diverse habitat for various aquatic and avian species. The calm waters of the cut provide a perfect environment for freshwater marshes, attracting a plethora of water-loving plants and wildlife.

The water in Shifford Lock Cut is typically calm and clear, creating a serene atmosphere for boating and fishing activities. Anglers are especially drawn to this location for its abundant stocks of fish, including roach, pike, and perch. The cut is also home to a variety of waterfowl such as swans, ducks, and herons, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.

Surrounding the cut are areas of natural beauty, with grassy banks and ancient trees dotting the landscape. The peaceful ambiance of Shifford Lock Cut offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, providing visitors with a chance to reconnect with nature and enjoy a tranquil setting.

Overall, Shifford Lock Cut in Oxfordshire is a charming waterway that combines natural beauty with historical significance. Its calm waters, diverse wildlife, and stunning surroundings make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of England.

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Shifford Lock Cut Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.706533/-1.4659464 or Grid Reference SP3701. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary's Church, Shifford

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Old Entrance Gate, Cote House

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Old Bridge over a Dry Stream

All this flat flood plain near the river is drained by lots of small ditches and backwaters, some in a better state than others. This one clearly looks like nobody cares much about it these days. There is probably a flow under here from time to time when river levels are high, but it's obviously not a maintained watercourse any more.

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Small Wood on Harrowdown Hill

Harrowdown is a rather isolated small hill rising to just short of 100 metres aod. In common with many other similar hills it has a patch of woodland on the top. Viewed from above it looks like this SP3800 : Aerial view of Harrowdown Hill, Oxon

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Path up Harrowdown Hill

A small outlier from the ridge along the southern side of the Upper Thames Valley, Harrowdown Hill offers a typical view over the mostly flat landscape of the area.

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The B4449 passing South Farm

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Rush hour in Hinton Waldrist

Taken at the end of a rather wet and windy July, much in keeping with the rest of the summer: today was one squally shower after another, interspersed with the watery sunshine we have come to expect. Met office summary for July here Link

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Unusual CWGC grave in Hinton Waldrist Churchyard

A small piece of history for me: I've never seen a grave where the rank of the deceased is 'Worker' In other news this month: July 3 – a record temperature of 46° is recorded in British Columbia; July 7 – the Haitian President Jovenel Moïse is assassinated; July 8 – the global death toll from COVID-19 surpasses 4 million; July 15 – heavy rain causes flooding in the border region of Germany and Belgium resulting in more than 200 deaths; July 19 - the Jeff Bezos backed Blue Origin successfully conducts its first human test flight; July 23 – the 2020 Summer Olympics begin a year late in Tokyo; July 28 – the first direct observation of light from behind a black hole is reported, confirming Einstein's theory of general relativity; July 31- Boris and Carrie Johnson announce their second child is due in December

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: the Airey Neave Window

Neave escaped from Colditz. He was the Tory MP who backed Margaret Thatcher for the party leadership when others held back. He was assassinated in 1979. This month we have lost: July 7- FI legend Carlos Reutemann; July 9- England international Paul Mariner, who played with great distinction for Pompey towards the end of his illustrious career; July 15, darts very own viking, Andy Fordham; July 18- Name that Tune's Tom O'Connor; July 28- the magnicent ZZ top bassist Dusty Hill; and on the 31st, Leeds left back Terry Cooper

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: late July 2021

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: churchyard (a)

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: churchyard (b)

Icely was educated at Selwyn College, Cambridge Link

He was ordained deacon in 1887 and priest in 1888. After a curacy at St Agnes Cornwall he was a chaplain in the Royal Navy Link

from 1891 to 1919.

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: tower

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: churchyard (c)

For the service record of Frederick Reeves see Link

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: churchyard (d)

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: font

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: display

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St Margaret, Hinton Waldrist: First World War memorial

Many war memorials appeared in British towns and cities after the South African War of 1899-1902 (known popularly as the Boer War), but most were constructed after the First World War, known to contemporaries as the Great War (1914-19). These were updated after the Second World War (1939-45), usually by adding a plaque with the names of those killed in that conflict. Almost every town and village in Britain has a memorial erected after the Great War, the commonest types taking the form of a cross, an obelisk or a statue of a soldier. Some occupy a prominent public space; others stand in the local cemetery or can be found inside the local church. Memorials usually commemorate the inhabitants of a particular locality, the former pupils of a school, or the members of a military unit or branch of the armed forces. Other memorials, often bronze plaques placed indoors, commemorate the employees of a private company or public institution.

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Shifford Lock Cut is located at Grid Ref: SP3701 (Lat: 51.706533, Lng: -1.4659464)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: West Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley