Garden City

Settlement in Oxfordshire Cherwell

England

Garden City

Kidlington  village Kidlington village, Waverley Avenue. Looking North West. September 2022.
Kidlington village Credit: Terrence Morgan

Garden City is a picturesque village located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles northwest of the historic city of Oxford, Garden City is renowned for its idyllic rural setting and charming atmosphere. The village is nestled amidst the stunning countryside, offering residents and visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Garden City is characterized by its quaint thatched cottages, well-manicured gardens, and winding country lanes. The village retains much of its traditional charm, with many buildings dating back several centuries. The local architecture showcases a mix of styles, including Tudor, Georgian, and Victorian.

Despite its small size, Garden City boasts a close-knit community that is known for its warmth and hospitality. The village is home to a variety of amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub, where locals and visitors can gather and socialize.

Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, Garden City offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The village is located near several nature reserves and walking trails, allowing residents and visitors to explore the picturesque countryside on foot or by bike.

Overall, Garden City is a hidden gem in Oxfordshire, offering a peaceful and charming escape for those seeking a tranquil village atmosphere amidst stunning natural surroundings.

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Garden City Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.810006/-1.2806713 or Grid Reference SP4912. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kidlington  village Kidlington village, Waverley Avenue. Looking North West. September 2022.
Kidlington village
Kidlington village, Waverley Avenue. Looking North West. September 2022.
Bicester Road, Kidlington Crossing the River Cherwell
Bicester Road, Kidlington
Crossing the River Cherwell
Inn at Night The view of the Holiday Inn hotel on the Service area at Peartree Hill roundabout for the A34, Oxford.
Inn at Night
The view of the Holiday Inn hotel on the Service area at Peartree Hill roundabout for the A34, Oxford.
Car Park View The view on the car park of the Oxford Travelodge on the Service area next to the Peartree Hill roundabout on the A34.
Car Park View
The view on the car park of the Oxford Travelodge on the Service area next to the Peartree Hill roundabout on the A34.
Roundham Lock, Kidlington Separated from Kidlington by the railway, Roundham Lock is in a fairly secluded setting.
Roundham Lock, Kidlington
Separated from Kidlington by the railway, Roundham Lock is in a fairly secluded setting.
More Temporary Traffic Lights As if there's not enough of these things on the roads, they're moving onto the canals as well.
As usual, there's nobody doing any work.
Oxford Canal near Kidlington.
More Temporary Traffic Lights
As if there's not enough of these things on the roads, they're moving onto the canals as well. As usual, there's nobody doing any work. Oxford Canal near Kidlington.
Lone tree at Yarnton Viewed from a passing train.
Lone tree at Yarnton
Viewed from a passing train.
Field with lynchets and sheep at Yarnton Viewed from a passing train, but this is a timeless scene that is probably unchanged since long before the coming of the railway.
Field with lynchets and sheep at Yarnton
Viewed from a passing train, but this is a timeless scene that is probably unchanged since long before the coming of the railway.
Bicester Road at the junction of Blenheim Road If you make a small detour the road will lead you to Blenheim, but it's easier to stick to the main road and keep going.
Bicester Road at the junction of Blenheim Road
If you make a small detour the road will lead you to Blenheim, but it's easier to stick to the main road and keep going.
Oxford Automotive on Bicester Road, Kidlington
Oxford Automotive on Bicester Road, Kidlington
Exeter Hall, Kidlington This is a community centre which includes a bar, a theatre and a clinic.
Exeter Hall, Kidlington
This is a community centre which includes a bar, a theatre and a clinic.
Kidlington Methodist Church
Kidlington Methodist Church
Bicester Road, Kidlington
Bicester Road, Kidlington
Service station on Woodstock Road, Yarnton Petrol 147.9p.
Diesel 161.9p.
Service station on Woodstock Road, Yarnton
Petrol 147.9p. Diesel 161.9p.
Thatched cottage on Woodstock Road
Thatched cottage on Woodstock Road
National Cycle Network Route 5 Beside Woodstock Road (A44).
National Cycle Network Route 5
Beside Woodstock Road (A44).
The Turnpike public house
The Turnpike public house
Sign for the Turnpike public house
Sign for the Turnpike public house
Show me another place!

Garden City is located at Grid Ref: SP4912 (Lat: 51.810006, Lng: -1.2806713)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: Cherwell

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant
Mayflower
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Garden City
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Fuel
Sainsbury's
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Suntans Tanning Studio
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Bus Stop
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Garden City
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Garden City
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
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Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 12:00
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Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
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Royal Cypher: EIIR
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Bicycle Parking
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Capacity: 14
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Addr Housenumber: 8
Addr Postcode: OX5 1EE
Addr Street: Oxford Road
Level: 1
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Operator: The Hair Gallery
Shop: hairdresser
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Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
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Atm
Check Date: 2022-08-30
Fee: no
Operator: Sainsbury's
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Atm
Check Date: 2022-08-30
Fee: no
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Speed Camera
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Coral
Brand: Coral
Brand Wikidata: Q54621344
Brand Wikipedia: en:Coral (bookmaker)
Shop: bookmaker
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Fast Food
Smarts Fish & Chips
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
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Rosie the Elephant
Artist Name: Tony Davies
Artwork Type: statue
Description: Homage to Rosie the Elephant, resident of Oxford Zoo, which was situated near here from 1931 through 1937. The statue was erected in 2018.
Material: metal
Source: local knowledge
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 51.8072429/-1.2780168
Animal Boarding
Oxford Dog Hotel
Check Date: 2022-10-10
Currency XBT: yes
Payment Lightning: yes
Payment Lightning Contactless: no
Payment Onchain: yes
Phone: +44 7852 540493
Website: https://oxforddoghotel.com/
Lat/Long: 51.8122045/-1.2864205
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