Aston, Cote, Shifford and Chimney

Civil Parish in Oxfordshire West Oxfordshire

England

Aston, Cote, Shifford and Chimney

St Mary's Church, Shifford
St Mary's Church, Shifford Credit: AJD

Aston, Cote, Shifford, and Chimney are four small villages located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. They together form a civil parish, nestled in the beautiful and picturesque countryside of the region. These villages have a rich history dating back centuries, with evidence of human settlement in the area since ancient times.

Aston, the largest of the four villages, is known for its charming thatched cottages and traditional English architecture. The village is home to a historic church, St. James the Great, which dates back to the 14th century. Cote, located adjacent to Aston, is a quaint village with a close-knit community. It features a delightful mix of old and new houses and offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside.

Shifford is a small hamlet situated on the banks of the River Thames. It is renowned for its tranquil atmosphere and is popular among nature enthusiasts, boasting beautiful walks along the river and nearby meadows. Chimney, the smallest of the four villages, is characterized by its idyllic rural setting and charming cottages. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Despite their small size, Aston, Cote, Shifford, and Chimney are well-connected to nearby towns and cities. They provide a range of amenities including local shops, pubs, and community centers. The villages also offer excellent recreational opportunities, with various outdoor activities such as fishing, cycling, and hiking available in the surrounding countryside.

Overall, Aston, Cote, Shifford, and Chimney are a delightful collection of villages that offer a tranquil and picturesque living environment, steeped in history and natural beauty.

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Aston, Cote, Shifford and Chimney Images

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St Mary's Church, Shifford
St Mary's Church, Shifford
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
The B4449 heading to Standlake
The B4449 heading to Standlake
The B4449 passing South Farm
The B4449 passing South Farm
Shifford church Shifford church viewed from the Thames Path on the south bank of the River Thames.  The church is dedicated to St Mary and is described by Pevsner as 'an undistinguished little chapel of 1863 by J. Clarke'.  It replaced an earlier Georgian church.  Shifford is an historic site where in 890 King Alfred held the first recorded English parliament.
Shifford church
Shifford church viewed from the Thames Path on the south bank of the River Thames. The church is dedicated to St Mary and is described by Pevsner as 'an undistinguished little chapel of 1863 by J. Clarke'. It replaced an earlier Georgian church. Shifford is an historic site where in 890 King Alfred held the first recorded English parliament.
Shifford Lock Cut The Shifford Lock Cut was created to aid river traffic on the River Thames thus bypassing a section of meandering river.
Shifford Lock Cut
The Shifford Lock Cut was created to aid river traffic on the River Thames thus bypassing a section of meandering river.
Chimney Farm View to Chimney Farm from the Thames Path.
Chimney Farm
View to Chimney Farm from the Thames Path.
Flooded and frozen fields, upper Thames valley
Flooded and frozen fields, upper Thames valley
Flooded and frozen fields, upper Thames valley
Flooded and frozen fields, upper Thames valley
St Mary's Church Shifford Looking across the River Thames to St Mary's Church Shifford
St Mary's Church Shifford
Looking across the River Thames to St Mary's Church Shifford
Buttercup Meadow, Shifford Shifford's isolated Parish Church of St Mary is in the midst of lush meadowland.
From a print. Date approximate.
Buttercup Meadow, Shifford
Shifford's isolated Parish Church of St Mary is in the midst of lush meadowland. From a print. Date approximate.
Aston Pottery The site includes a cafe, pottery shop and education centre.
Aston Pottery
The site includes a cafe, pottery shop and education centre.
Concrete partly underground structure Likely to be a military structure, it is mostly below ground, surprising in a water meadow. It does not appear to be a pillbox, as it lacks gun slits.
Concrete partly underground structure
Likely to be a military structure, it is mostly below ground, surprising in a water meadow. It does not appear to be a pillbox, as it lacks gun slits.
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Aston, Cote, Shifford and Chimney is located at Grid Ref: SP3502 (Lat: 51.719914, Lng: -1.488883)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: West Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Defibrillator
Access: yes
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box in Cote
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Fixme: Check if this is a Defib or not.
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