Bucknell

Civil Parish in Oxfordshire Cherwell

England

Bucknell

The old A41, Bucknell I've been up and down this road for a lot of my life towards the Midlands and since the M40 was extended it's been downgraded to a B road.
The old A41, Bucknell Credit: David Howard

Bucknell is a small civil parish located in Oxfordshire, England. Situated in the Cherwell Valley, it lies approximately 12 miles northwest of Oxford and 5 miles southeast of Banbury. The parish covers an area of about 450 hectares and is home to a population of around 450 residents.

The village itself is nestled in a picturesque countryside setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. It retains much of its traditional charm, with many of its buildings displaying classic Cotswold stone architecture. The centerpiece of the village is the All Saints Church, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 12th century.

Bucknell is well-connected to surrounding areas by road, with the A422 passing nearby. The village also benefits from a regular bus service, providing easy access to neighboring towns and villages. Despite its small size, Bucknell boasts a lively community spirit, with several social and recreational amenities available to residents.

The village is within close proximity to a number of notable landmarks and attractions. Nearby attractions include the historic city of Oxford, renowned for its prestigious university and stunning architecture, and the picturesque Cotswolds, famous for its scenic beauty and charming villages.

Overall, Bucknell offers a peaceful and idyllic rural lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a tranquil setting with easy access to nearby amenities and attractions.

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Bucknell Images

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The old A41, Bucknell I've been up and down this road for a lot of my life towards the Midlands and since the M40 was extended it's been downgraded to a B road.
The old A41, Bucknell
I've been up and down this road for a lot of my life towards the Midlands and since the M40 was extended it's been downgraded to a B road.
Looking north-east on Lord's Lane, Bicester
Looking north-east on Lord's Lane, Bicester
Road near Hawkwell Farm looking north-west
Road near Hawkwell Farm looking north-west
The Trigger Pond pub, Bucknell
The Trigger Pond pub, Bucknell
St Peter’s Church, Bucknell Featuring a Norman central tower.
St Peter’s Church, Bucknell
Featuring a Norman central tower.
Water tower M40 near Bucknell Always wondered what this tower was. I pass it quite often on my regular trips from Worthing to the midlands
Water tower M40 near Bucknell
Always wondered what this tower was. I pass it quite often on my regular trips from Worthing to the midlands
The Road to Bucknell
The Road to Bucknell
Trow Pool Water tower
Trow Pool Water tower
Trow Pool Water Tower at sunset This water tower alongside the M40 has been sensitively restored.
Trow Pool Water Tower at sunset
This water tower alongside the M40 has been sensitively restored.
Bridleway to Ardley This time across open fields and the M40!
Bridleway to Ardley
This time across open fields and the M40!
Edge of Digging Copse Sometime you have to have a feature just for its name!
Edge of Digging Copse
Sometime you have to have a feature just for its name!
Farmland east of Middleton Stoney Farmland north of the B4030 Bicester - Enstone road.
Farmland east of Middleton Stoney
Farmland north of the B4030 Bicester - Enstone road.
Bridleway to Bicester The bridleway skirts the edge of this field to the south of Bucknell. The roar of the nearby M40 shatters the peace here.
Bridleway to Bicester
The bridleway skirts the edge of this field to the south of Bucknell. The roar of the nearby M40 shatters the peace here.
M40 Bridge near Bucknell A lorry thunders over the bridge carrying the M40 over the High Wycombe - Banbury railway, and a footpath. For a short distance the otherwise poorly-defined path becomes a tarmacked track. The railway is in a cutting to the left of the fence.
M40 Bridge near Bucknell
A lorry thunders over the bridge carrying the M40 over the High Wycombe - Banbury railway, and a footpath. For a short distance the otherwise poorly-defined path becomes a tarmacked track. The railway is in a cutting to the left of the fence.
Bucknell village hall on Middleton Road
Bucknell village hall on Middleton Road
Approaching Bucknell from the north.
Approaching Bucknell from the north.
The Trigger Pond, Bucknell
The Trigger Pond, Bucknell
Middleton Road, Bucknell.
Middleton Road, Bucknell.
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Bucknell is located at Grid Ref: SP5525 (Lat: 51.921917, Lng: -1.19277)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: Cherwell

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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