Carterton

Civil Parish in Oxfordshire West Oxfordshire

England

Carterton

Entrance/exit at Crocodiles of the World Credit: Gareth James

Carterton is a civil parish located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. Situated about 2 miles southwest of Witney, it is the second-largest town in the district of West Oxfordshire. The town has a population of around 17,000 residents.

Originally a small village, Carterton experienced rapid growth in the 20th century due to the establishment of the Royal Air Force (RAF) base, RAF Brize Norton, nearby. The airbase played a significant role in shaping the town's development and economy. Today, Carterton serves as a residential area for both military personnel and civilians associated with the RAF.

The town features a range of amenities and services, including several supermarkets, shops, restaurants, and pubs. It also boasts a leisure centre, library, and a community college, which caters to the educational needs of the local population.

Carterton is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering residents and visitors opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and exploring the nearby Cotswolds. The town also benefits from good transport links, with easy access to major road networks including the A40 and M40, enabling convenient travel to nearby towns and cities.

Notable landmarks in Carterton include the Carterton Clock Tower, a prominent feature in the town centre, and the Memorial Garden, dedicated to the memory of RAF personnel who lost their lives while serving at RAF Brize Norton.

Overall, Carterton is a thriving town with a rich history and strong ties to the RAF. Its convenient location, range of amenities, and natural beauty make it an attractive place to live and visit in Oxfordshire.

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Carterton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.760636/-1.595123 or Grid Reference SP2806. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entrance/exit at Crocodiles of the World

Gareth James

Carterton library car park

The free car park behind the library in Carterton.

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RAF Brize Norton Gate One

Looking from a garage forecourt at Gate One at RAF Brize Norton.

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The B4020 heading to Carterton

Steve Daniels

Shilton Road in Carterton

Steve Daniels

Shilton Road in Carterton

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Burford Road in Carterton

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The Church of the Holy Rood, Shilton

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RAF Brize Norton from the air

The largest RAF base as seen from a Gatwick bound flight from Glasgow. Click on this Link

for the RAF Brize Norton website.

Thomas Nugent

Ashfield Road, Carterton

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Oakfield Road, Carterton

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Foxcroft Drive, Carterton

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Arkell Avenue, Carterton

Looking west from outsite the Methodist Church.

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Former site of Dowley's Garage, Carterton

Possibly the site for a new supermarket, although it has been like this for some months now with no sign of action. I have been told the land is contaminated from all the years the garage was there, but I don't know this for certain. The building in the background is Carterton Social Centre.

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