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Dogslade Bottom

Valley in Oxfordshire West Oxfordshire

England

Dogslade Bottom

Upper Farm Dwelling in Ramsden.
Upper Farm Credit: Wayland Smith

Dogslade Bottom is a picturesque valley located in Oxfordshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Chiltern Hills, this idyllic valley is characterized by its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

The valley is named after a small stream that runs through it, known as Dogslade Brook. Lined with lush vegetation and surrounded by rolling hills, the brook adds to the charm of the area. The valley is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, birds, and small mammals.

Dogslade Bottom offers visitors the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in nature. The valley is crisscrossed by walking trails, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The trails provide breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with the valley acting as a natural amphitheater.

In addition to its natural beauty, Dogslade Bottom boasts a rich history. The area has been inhabited since ancient times, with evidence of Iron Age and Roman settlements found in the vicinity. Today, remnants of these historical sites can still be seen, adding a sense of intrigue to the valley.

Overall, Dogslade Bottom offers a serene and picturesque escape for those seeking to connect with nature. Its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.842655/-1.514721 or Grid Reference SP3316. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Upper Farm Dwelling in Ramsden.
Upper Farm
Dwelling in Ramsden.
Wychwood Forest Track into Wychwood Forest
Wychwood Forest
Track into Wychwood Forest
Tower Light, Wychwood Forest This ride in Wychwood Forest is called Tower Light.
Tower Light, Wychwood Forest
This ride in Wychwood Forest is called Tower Light.
Footpath through Wychwood Forest
Footpath through Wychwood Forest
High Street, Mount Skippett A continuation of Finstock High Street. Mount Skippett is a settlement of mainly 20th century housing between the old villages of Ramsden and Finstock. As for being a Mount, at around 170 metres aod it is just that bit higher than the surrounding area, but not much.
High Street, Mount Skippett
A continuation of Finstock High Street. Mount Skippett is a settlement of mainly 20th century housing between the old villages of Ramsden and Finstock. As for being a Mount, at around 170 metres aod it is just that bit higher than the surrounding area, but not much.
Way into the Garden Centre The entrance to Charlbury Garden Centre. In a bit of a rural coffee desert there's a nice cafe here with capuccino and cake. They also do plants and compost and stuff. Recommended.
Way into the Garden Centre
The entrance to Charlbury Garden Centre. In a bit of a rural coffee desert there's a nice cafe here with capuccino and cake. They also do plants and compost and stuff. Recommended.
Way out of the Garden Centre There's a one way system around Charlbury Garden Centre, probably because the entrance road is so narrow. It's a lot longer to get out than to get in.
Way out of the Garden Centre
There's a one way system around Charlbury Garden Centre, probably because the entrance road is so narrow. It's a lot longer to get out than to get in.
Village Cross, Leafield A medieval "Central Cross" in "the Greens", opposite the parish church. Base, steps and octagonal shaft are original, the cross would have been added in 1873 when the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7609839">SP3115 : Village Cross, plaque, Leafield</a> explaining restoration was conducted in thanks to deliverance from the smallpox plague. Grade II listed monument Nᴼ 1300897 see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1300897" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1300897">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Milestone Society National ID: OXWO_LEA
Village Cross, Leafield
A medieval "Central Cross" in "the Greens", opposite the parish church. Base, steps and octagonal shaft are original, the cross would have been added in 1873 when the SP3115 : Village Cross, plaque, Leafield explaining restoration was conducted in thanks to deliverance from the smallpox plague. Grade II listed monument Nᴼ 1300897 see LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: OXWO_LEA
Village Cross, plaque, Leafield Memorial plate on a medieval "central cross". The view of the cross is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7609836">SP3115 : Village Cross, Leafield</a>. Inscription: "In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost, amen. This ancient cross was restored by the inhabitants of Leafield as a memorial of their deliverance from the scourge of small pox AD 1873"
Village Cross, plaque, Leafield
Memorial plate on a medieval "central cross". The view of the cross is SP3115 : Village Cross, Leafield. Inscription: "In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost, amen. This ancient cross was restored by the inhabitants of Leafield as a memorial of their deliverance from the scourge of small pox AD 1873"
The Pearl Chinese restaurant On the eastern edge of Leafield. This was once called the Spindleberry, and has had other names, although these escape me at the moment.
The Pearl Chinese restaurant
On the eastern edge of Leafield. This was once called the Spindleberry, and has had other names, although these escape me at the moment.
Fiveash Bottom Evening sunshine on the fields near Leafield, at the edge of Wychwood Forest.
Fiveash Bottom
Evening sunshine on the fields near Leafield, at the edge of Wychwood Forest.
Fiveash Bottom from Hatchings Lane Summer evening near Leafield. The field on the hillside shows clear tractor wheel marks. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.leafieldvillage.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.leafieldvillage.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Fiveash Bottom from Hatchings Lane
Summer evening near Leafield. The field on the hillside shows clear tractor wheel marks. LinkExternal link
Leafield Parish Church St Michael and All Angels - landmark church with tall spire. It was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott (1859). <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.leafieldvillage.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.leafieldvillage.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Leafield Parish Church
St Michael and All Angels - landmark church with tall spire. It was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott (1859). LinkExternal link
Village Cross, Leafield The base is original but the shaft was restored in 1873, following 1850 vandalism. Beyond is the parish church spire. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.leafieldvillage.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.leafieldvillage.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Village Cross, Leafield
The base is original but the shaft was restored in 1873, following 1850 vandalism. Beyond is the parish church spire. LinkExternal link
Mount Skippet, Finstock A quiet residential lane at the top end of the village.
Mount Skippet, Finstock
A quiet residential lane at the top end of the village.
Part of the car park and entrance at Hilltop Garden Centre Early morning on a December day and the car park is already filling up with pre-Christmas visitors and customers.
Part of the car park and entrance at Hilltop Garden Centre
Early morning on a December day and the car park is already filling up with pre-Christmas visitors and customers.
Part of the High Street, Finstock This higher end of the High Street is fully given over to more modern homes.
Part of the High Street, Finstock
This higher end of the High Street is fully given over to more modern homes.
Akeman Street heading to Chasewood Farm From New Found Out Farm Akeman Street heading to Chasewood Farm
Akeman Street heading to Chasewood Farm
From New Found Out Farm Akeman Street heading to Chasewood Farm
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Dogslade Bottom is located at Grid Ref: SP3316 (Lat: 51.842655, Lng: -1.514721)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: West Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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