Farthingworth Green

Downs, Moorland in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Farthingworth Green

Oak trees on Peppard Road, Emmer Green Looking north from the entrance to Rosehill Park.
Oak trees on Peppard Road, Emmer Green Credit: Simon Mortimer

Farthingworth Green is a picturesque village located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. Nestled amidst the rolling hills of the Downs and Moorland, this idyllic village offers a serene and peaceful setting for its residents and visitors alike.

The village is characterized by its charming thatched-roof cottages, which exude a traditional English countryside feel. The green itself is a central focal point of the village, featuring a well-maintained cricket pitch surrounded by lush greenery. It serves as a gathering place for locals, hosting community events and recreational activities throughout the year.

Surrounded by the Downs and Moorland, Farthingworth Green boasts breathtaking natural beauty. The Downs, with their sweeping views and undulating landscapes, provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to indulge in activities such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The Moorland, on the other hand, offers a wilder and more rugged terrain, with its heather-covered hills and expansive open spaces.

The village is also home to a small but thriving community. The locals are known for their friendly and welcoming nature, creating a strong sense of community spirit. The village pub, The Green Oak, is a popular gathering spot where residents and visitors can enjoy a hearty meal and a pint of locally brewed ale.

In summary, Farthingworth Green is a quintessential English village, blessed with natural beauty, a close-knit community, and a rich sense of heritage. It is a haven for those seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside.

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Farthingworth Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.486377/-0.99013881 or Grid Reference SU7076. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Oak trees on Peppard Road, Emmer Green Looking north from the entrance to Rosehill Park.
Oak trees on Peppard Road, Emmer Green
Looking north from the entrance to Rosehill Park.
Trees lining Peppard Road, Emmer Green Looking south along the access road from Rosehill Park.
Trees lining Peppard Road, Emmer Green
Looking south along the access road from Rosehill Park.
New hedge on Scott Close A newly planted hedge in a woodchip bed with new bullnose edging along the edge of the path on Scott Close.
New hedge on Scott Close
A newly planted hedge in a woodchip bed with new bullnose edging along the edge of the path on Scott Close.
Misspelt void cover A temporary void cover over a drain in need of repair on Scott Close in Emmer Green. It reads "READING BOROUGH COUNCIL HIGWAYS DEPT 1".
Misspelt void cover
A temporary void cover over a drain in need of repair on Scott Close in Emmer Green. It reads "READING BOROUGH COUNCIL HIGWAYS DEPT 1".
Chaucer Close A pedestrianised part of Chaucer Close, a 60s housing estate in Emmer Green.
Chaucer Close
A pedestrianised part of Chaucer Close, a 60s housing estate in Emmer Green.
Buckingham Drive A cul-de-sac section of Buckingham Drive, the main road through Emmer Green in Caversham.
Buckingham Drive
A cul-de-sac section of Buckingham Drive, the main road through Emmer Green in Caversham.
Emmer Green Looking along the cul-de-sac section of Buckingham Drive at the large verge beside the road and houses beyond in Emmer Green.
Emmer Green
Looking along the cul-de-sac section of Buckingham Drive at the large verge beside the road and houses beyond in Emmer Green.
Bellingham Walk Bellingham Walk in Emmer Green in Caversham. This is the 'road' of Bellingham Walk for parking, with the 'walk' being where the front doors of the houses are.
Bellingham Walk
Bellingham Walk in Emmer Green in Caversham. This is the 'road' of Bellingham Walk for parking, with the 'walk' being where the front doors of the houses are.
Bellingham Walk alleyway The alleyway between the back gardens (left, with prefab concrete sheds) and road of Bellingham Walk (right, with prefab concrete garages).
Bellingham Walk alleyway
The alleyway between the back gardens (left, with prefab concrete sheds) and road of Bellingham Walk (right, with prefab concrete garages).
Langford Close, Emmer Green Looking from a block of flats on Buckingham Drive at houses on Langford Close in Emmer Green. Most of the suburb was built at the same time, so the house styles are pretty consistent.
Langford Close, Emmer Green
Looking from a block of flats on Buckingham Drive at houses on Langford Close in Emmer Green. Most of the suburb was built at the same time, so the house styles are pretty consistent.
65 to 83 Grove Road entrance The entrance to 65 to 83 Grove Road in Reading, through an archway and up a set of stairs. The block of flats is next to a small row of shops.
65 to 83 Grove Road entrance
The entrance to 65 to 83 Grove Road in Reading, through an archway and up a set of stairs. The block of flats is next to a small row of shops.
Bellingham Walk, Emmer Green Bellingham Walk in Emmer Green is a 'walk' with houses. The houses on the right are on Bellingham Walk, on the left is Grove Road. The vehicular access to Bellingham Walk is behind the houses <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7459484">SU7176 : Bellingham Walk</a>.
Bellingham Walk, Emmer Green
Bellingham Walk in Emmer Green is a 'walk' with houses. The houses on the right are on Bellingham Walk, on the left is Grove Road. The vehicular access to Bellingham Walk is behind the houses SU7176 : Bellingham Walk.
Garages on Grove Hill A row of garages on Grove Hill. There is parking to the left for houses on Grove Hill.
Garages on Grove Hill
A row of garages on Grove Hill. There is parking to the left for houses on Grove Hill.
30-72 Grove Hill 30-50 and 52-72 Grove Hill are two rows of terraced houses at the end of Grove Hill, built in the typical 1970s style of the area.
30-72 Grove Hill
30-50 and 52-72 Grove Hill are two rows of terraced houses at the end of Grove Hill, built in the typical 1970s style of the area.
St Peter's Avenue bollards Bollards on St Peter's Avenue to stop the road being used as a through road, near to the junction to Wychcotes.
St Peter's Avenue bollards
Bollards on St Peter's Avenue to stop the road being used as a through road, near to the junction to Wychcotes.
Farmland, Kidmore End With cut hay in the dry valley between Tokers Green and Chalkhouse Green.
Farmland, Kidmore End
With cut hay in the dry valley between Tokers Green and Chalkhouse Green.
Sheepway Lane at the junction of the A4074
Sheepway Lane at the junction of the A4074
Houses on Upper Woodcote Road, Caversham Heights
Houses on Upper Woodcote Road, Caversham Heights
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Farthingworth Green is located at Grid Ref: SU7076 (Lat: 51.486377, Lng: -0.99013881)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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