Chinnor

Civil Parish in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Chinnor

Farmland, Chinnor A footpath headed towards Henton has just crossed the railway at Wainhill.
Farmland, Chinnor Credit: Andrew Smith

Chinnor is a civil parish located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. Situated at the foot of the Chiltern Hills, it is approximately 20 miles southeast of the city of Oxford. The parish covers an area of around 3,500 acres and is home to a population of about 6,000 residents.

The village of Chinnor has a rich history that dates back to the Anglo-Saxon era. It was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 and has since evolved into a thriving community. The village center features a mix of traditional and modern architecture, creating a charming atmosphere.

The parish is known for its picturesque countryside, with the Chiltern Hills providing a stunning backdrop. The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking trails and opportunities for nature exploration. Additionally, Chinnor is located close to the Ridgeway National Trail, a 87-mile ancient track that runs along the chalk ridge of the Chilterns.

Chinnor also boasts a range of amenities and facilities to cater to its residents. The village has a primary school, several shops, pubs, and restaurants, providing a convenient and vibrant community hub. The local sports and social club offers a variety of activities, including football, cricket, and tennis, ensuring there is something for everyone.

Overall, Chinnor is a picturesque and welcoming civil parish that combines a rich history, beautiful landscapes, and a strong sense of community.

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Chinnor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.70842/-0.909286 or Grid Reference SP7501. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland, Chinnor A footpath headed towards Henton has just crossed the railway at Wainhill.
Farmland, Chinnor
A footpath headed towards Henton has just crossed the railway at Wainhill.
Pasture, Chinnor Fields beside the footpath between Skittle Green and Henton.
Pasture, Chinnor
Fields beside the footpath between Skittle Green and Henton.
Farmland, Chinnor The line of the footpath has been made clear as it crosses an arable field with some of the mapped boundaries removed.
Farmland, Chinnor
The line of the footpath has been made clear as it crosses an arable field with some of the mapped boundaries removed.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor Class 37 No. 37227 drops down towards Chinnor station with an early morning arrival during the railway's diesel gala. The sunshine is out, but frost still covers ground in the shade.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor
Class 37 No. 37227 drops down towards Chinnor station with an early morning arrival during the railway's diesel gala. The sunshine is out, but frost still covers ground in the shade.
St. Andrew's church in Chinnor
St. Andrew's church in Chinnor
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway in Chinnor Class 50 No. 50008, with HST power car No. 43066 on the rear, approaches Keens Lane crossing in Chinnor during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway in Chinnor
Class 50 No. 50008, with HST power car No. 43066 on the rear, approaches Keens Lane crossing in Chinnor during the railway's diesel gala.
Footpath to Wainhill Looking north-east along the footpath that crosses the fields between Chinnor and Wainhill.
Footpath to Wainhill
Looking north-east along the footpath that crosses the fields between Chinnor and Wainhill.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Wainhill Wainhill Crossing gates and station.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Wainhill
Wainhill Crossing gates and station.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Wainhill View NE along the railway from a public foot crossing of the line.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Wainhill
View NE along the railway from a public foot crossing of the line.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway: foot crossing near Wainhill
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway: foot crossing near Wainhill
Footpath at a field's edge near Wainhill
Footpath at a field's edge near Wainhill
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Wainhill HST power car No. 43066 heads a service for Chinnor towards Wainhill crossing during the railway's diesel gala. The stock comprises a 3-CEP Electric Multiple Unit and class 50 locomotive No. 50008 is on the rear - a most unusual combination.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Wainhill
HST power car No. 43066 heads a service for Chinnor towards Wainhill crossing during the railway's diesel gala. The stock comprises a 3-CEP Electric Multiple Unit and class 50 locomotive No. 50008 is on the rear - a most unusual combination.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Wainhill HST power car No. 43066 eases its train across a public foot crossing near Wainhill during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Wainhill
HST power car No. 43066 eases its train across a public foot crossing near Wainhill during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Wainhill Class 50 No. 50008 brings up the rear of a Chinnor-bound service during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Wainhill
Class 50 No. 50008 brings up the rear of a Chinnor-bound service during the railway's diesel gala.
Feeding time near Wainhill Ewe No. 234 provides a mid-morning snack for her lamb on a farm between Wainhill and Bledlow.
Feeding time near Wainhill
Ewe No. 234 provides a mid-morning snack for her lamb on a farm between Wainhill and Bledlow.
Fenced in near Wainhill Wool has caught in the wire fence and a lamb takes a keen interest in my presence.
Fenced in near Wainhill
Wool has caught in the wire fence and a lamb takes a keen interest in my presence.
Lamb near Wainhill The back-lighting gives the lamb a nice silver-lining and halo effect.
Lamb near Wainhill
The back-lighting gives the lamb a nice silver-lining and halo effect.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Bledlow Class 37 No. 37227 leads a service from Chinnor towards Bledlow during the railway's diesel gala; class 31 No. 97205 (alias 31163) brings up the rear.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway near Bledlow
Class 37 No. 37227 leads a service from Chinnor towards Bledlow during the railway's diesel gala; class 31 No. 97205 (alias 31163) brings up the rear.
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Chinnor is located at Grid Ref: SP7501 (Lat: 51.70842, Lng: -0.909286)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Turning Circle
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Springfield Gardens
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Red Lion PH
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Red Lion PH
Bus: yes
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Thame Road Shops
Bus: yes
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Thame Road Shops
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Crossing
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Bench
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Bench
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Waste Basket
Waste: trash
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Bench
Backrest: yes
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Playground: swing
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Fast Food
Kingston Fisheries
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Fhrs Id: 272555
Takeaway: yes
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Fast Food
Golden Chopsticks
Addr City: Chinnor
Addr Housenumber: 51
Addr Postcode: OX39 4DU
Addr Street: Lower Road
Cuisine: chinese
Drive Through: no
Fhrs Id: 272263
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 17:00-21:30
Phone: 01844 354284
Takeaway: yes
Website: https://www.goldenchopstickschinese.com/
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Post Box
Lat/Long: 51.7047314/-0.9126127
Chinnor Silver Band
Website: http://www.chinnorsilver.co.uk/
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Shop: antiques
Lat/Long: 51.7050552/-0.9136623
Generations
Shop: hairdresser
Lat/Long: 51.705007/-0.9135604
Silent View Windows
Craft: window_construction
Website: https://silentviewwindows.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 51.7049704/-0.9134839
MPS Chinnor
Fhrs Id: 272261
Shop: convenience
Lat/Long: 51.7048927/-0.9133592
Restaurant
Millie's Deli
Addr City: Chinnor
Addr Housenumber: 1A
Addr Street: Lower Road
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Leisure: picnic_table
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Waste Basket
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Fitness Station: rower
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Bench
Backrest: yes
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Waste Basket
Waste: trash
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Waste Basket
Waste: dog_excrement
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Bench
Backrest: yes
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Bench
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Waste Basket
Waste: trash
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Waste Basket
Waste: trash
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Fixme: survey for panel count & types
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
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Fixme: solar panels?
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Turning Circle
Turning Circle: knuckle
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Direction: 145
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