Chipping Norton
Settlement in Oxfordshire West Oxfordshire
England
Chipping Norton
Chipping Norton is a charming market town located in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside in England. Situated approximately 18 miles northwest of Oxford, it has a population of around 6,337 people. The town is situated on a hilltop, providing stunning panoramic views of the surrounding rolling hills and picturesque landscapes.
Chipping Norton has a rich history that dates back to the 13th century when it was an important wool-trading center. Today, the town retains its traditional market town character with its historic buildings, quaint streets, and vibrant local market. The town center is filled with a variety of independent shops, boutiques, cafes, and restaurants, offering a unique and diverse shopping and dining experience.
One of the notable landmarks in Chipping Norton is the Bliss Tweed Mill, which was established in the 19th century and produced high-quality tweed fabrics. The mill has now been converted into luxury apartments, preserving its industrial heritage.
The town also boasts a thriving arts and cultural scene, with the Chipping Norton Theatre being a focal point for live performances, including plays, comedy shows, and music events. The annual Chipping Norton Literary Festival attracts renowned authors and literary enthusiasts from around the country.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Chipping Norton offers ample opportunities for exploring the surrounding countryside, with numerous walking and cycling trails. Nearby attractions include the enchanting Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, and the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is known for its idyllic villages and rolling hills.
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Chipping Norton Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 51.941242/-1.545842 or Grid Reference SP3127. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Gates by the B4450
The trees visible on the horizon are by the road between Boulter's Barn and The Beeches, and are just over 400 metres away.
Field ready for harvesting
Lower down, the harvesting has already commenced. A combine is parked at the bottom, presumably waiting to get past the threat of rain on this day.
Old Milestone by the A44, Worcester Road, Chipping Norton
Milestone (plate lost) by the A44, in parish of Chipping Norton (West Oxfordshire District), Worcester Road; drive to No. 33, Chipping Norton Common, left hand side of drive as end to stone wall.
Inscription once read:-
(Moreton in the Marsh)
(7)
(Chipping Norton)
(1)
Surveyed
Milestone Society National ID: OX_lw75
A44 northeast of Cornwell Hill Farm
It's six o'clock in the evening on a spring day in mid-May. Or is it mid-day in November? May 2013 has been one of the coldest for five decades. I blame global warning!
Benchmark on #43 Worcester Road
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at Link
#43 Worcester Road, 'Cuckoos Nest'
There is an OS benchmark SP2926 : Benchmark on #43 Worcester Road on the near corner, left hand face of the house
Path to Chipping Norton
From Churchill Road the path to Chipping Norton at the dismantled railway
Former Police Station, London Road
The former police station is boarded up and neglected, awaiting new owners. See SP3127 : Police Station - London Road.
Chipping Norton is located at Grid Ref: SP3127 (Lat: 51.941242, Lng: -1.545842)
Administrative County: Oxfordshire
District: West Oxfordshire
Police Authority: Thames Valley
What 3 Words
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 51.941242,-1.545842Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 51.9441088/-1.5430072
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Ref: pelican
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9417248/-1.5453823
The Lido
Leisure: sports_centre
Sport: swimming
Lat/Long: 51.9393152/-1.540445
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Design: type_a
Post Box Type: pillar
Postal Code: OX7
Ref: OX7 241
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Lat/Long: 51.9438391/-1.5437602
Fuel
Esso
Brand: Esso
Brand Wikidata: Q867662
Brand Wikipedia: en:Esso
Operator: Motor Fuel Group
Operator Website: https://www.motorfuelgroup.com/locations/chipping-norton-fs698/
Operator Wikidata: Q107271358
Toilets Wheelchair: yes
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9436667/-1.5431259
Post Office
Chipping Norton Post Office
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housename: Inside The Co-operative Food
Addr Postcode: OX7 5AB
Addr Street: High Street
Level: 1
Ref Pol Id: 131359
Toilets Wheelchair: no
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9410668/-1.5449163
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:00; Sa 12:00
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Type: pillar
Postal Code: OX7
Ref: OX7 23
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Lat/Long: 51.9416131/-1.5455675
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: OX7 806D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.9438647/-1.5412082
Defibrillator
Booth: KX300
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: Inside modern phone box outside Sainsbury's on Chipping Norton Market Place.
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Ref: CHT-10-486
Lat/Long: 51.9416242/-1.5455539
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Phone: +44 1608 642598
Postal Code: OX7 5NA
Lat/Long: 51.9416673/-1.5453803
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 18:15; Sa 12:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Apertures: 2
Post Box Design: type_c
Post Box Type: pillar
Postal Code: OX7
Ref: OX7 150
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.9422182/-1.5446869
Chipping Norton Guildhall
Information: office
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.9427272/-1.5448612
Recycling
Recycling Cardboard: yes
Recycling Clothes: yes
Recycling Glass Bottles: yes
Recycling Paper: yes
Recycling Shoes: yes
Recycling Small Appliances: yes
Recycling Type: container
Lat/Long: 51.9402767/-1.5476306
Pub
The Chequers
Bus Stop
Town Hall
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 340000201TH
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Town Hall
Naptan Indicator: Opposite
Naptan Landmark: Town Hall
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfajtjw
Naptan Street: West Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9408468/-1.5459763
Bus Stop
West Street
Bus: yes
Local Ref: B
Naptan AtcoCode: 340000201WSB
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: West Street
Naptan Indicator: Stop B
Naptan Landmark: Kings Arms Hotel
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfawgpw
Naptan Street: West Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9403891/-1.5458724
Bus Stop
West Street
Bus: yes
Local Ref: C
Naptan AtcoCode: 340000201WSC
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: West Street
Naptan Indicator: Stop C
Naptan Landmark: Kings Arms Hotel
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfatdma
Naptan Street: West Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9402484/-1.5460937
Bus Stop
New Street Coach Stop
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 340001786DIS
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: New Street Coach Stop
Naptan Indicator: Finsbury Place
Naptan Landmark: Coach Stop
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfgdgap
Naptan Street: New Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9415356/-1.5474096
Bus Stop
New Street Coach Stop
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 340001786KIN
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: New Street Coach Stop
Naptan Indicator: Kings Head Mews
Naptan Landmark: Coach Stop
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfgadwp
Naptan Street: New Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9414759/-1.5476172
Bus Stop
Police Station
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 340003133OPP
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Police Station
Naptan Indicator: Opposite
Naptan Landmark: Police Station
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfawdwp
Naptan Street: London Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9438166/-1.5420328
Bus Stop
Police Station
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 340003133OUT
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Police Station
Naptan Indicator: Outside
Naptan Landmark: Police Station
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfawdwt
Naptan Street: London Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9439793/-1.5416756
Bus Stop
Spring Street
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 340003194CNR
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Spring Street
Naptan Indicator: Corner
Naptan Landmark: Hospital
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfgagdj
Naptan Street: Over Norton Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9445514/-1.5436379
Spring Street
Naptan AtcoCode: 340003194OPP
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Spring Street
Naptan Indicator: Opposite
Naptan Landmark: Hospital
Naptan NaptanCode: oxfgagdg
Naptan Street: Over Norton Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9443887/-1.543511
Chipping Norton Museum
Restaurant
Wild Thyme
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housenumber: 10
Addr Postcode: OX7 5LJ
Addr Street: New Street
Fhrs Id: 870910
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 51.9412793/-1.5465666
Library
Chipping Norton Library
Opening Hours: Mo-We,Fr 09:30-13:00,14:00-17:00; Sa 09:30-16:00; Th,Su off
Operator: Oxfordshire County Council
Operator Wikidata: Q6386253
Ref Isil: GB-UkOxOLS
Wheelchair: limited
Wikidata: Q55112950
Lat/Long: 51.9427689/-1.5450371
Kindergarten
The ACE Centre
Source: Bing
Toilets Wheelchair: no
Wheelchair: limited
Lat/Long: 51.93947/-1.5450381
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: OX7 900D
Lat/Long: 51.9414787/-1.5431431
Fast Food
The Arctic Fish Bar
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housenumber: 8
Addr Postcode: OX7 5LJ
Addr Street: New Street
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Fhrs Id: 871267
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Wheelchair: yes
Wikidata: Q26304414
Lat/Long: 51.9412702/-1.5464727
Place Of Worship
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Denomination: jehovahs_witness
Religion: christian
Source: local_knowledge
Lat/Long: 51.9423602/-1.5453378
Revd Edward Stone
Historic: memorial
Inscription: Discovered the active ingredient in Asprin whilst living here from 1745-1768
Memorial: blue_plaque
Openplaques Id: 1002
Lat/Long: 51.9405985/-1.5458393
Cafe
Jaffé & Neale
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Postcode: OX7 5NH
Addr Street: Middle Row
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Fhrs Id: 871012
Shop: books
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Toilets Wheelchair: no
Wheelchair: limited
Lat/Long: 51.9420758/-1.5454643
Dentist
Chipping Norton Dental Practice
Healthcare: dentist
Toilets Wheelchair: yes
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9413549/-1.5473259
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 8
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 51.9418741/-1.5450961
Check Date: 2024-01-13
Leisure: fitness_station
Sport: fitness
Lat/Long: 51.9418864/-1.5522364
James Mackintosh Architects
Office: architect
Lat/Long: 51.9421956/-1.5444737
Kellow Old Books
Building: yes
Shop: books
Source: Bing
Wheelchair: no
Lat/Long: 51.9421601/-1.5443207
Machael Barfield Opthalmic Optician
Shop: optician
Lat/Long: 51.9412474/-1.5462351
King & Wooley
Office: estate_agent
Toilets Wheelchair: no
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9412593/-1.5463599
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Crossing Markings: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9412904/-1.5459396
Atm
Operator: Sainsburys Bank
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9414893/-1.5459033
Keith Moon
Board Type: history
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.9424281/-1.5445379
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.9416657/-1.5453346
Rowell's House
Fixme: approximate
Historic: memorial
Lat/Long: 51.9390647/-1.546838
Addr Housenumber: 45
Addr Street: West End
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9381502/-1.54764
Chipping Norton Town Council
Check Date: 2023-03-11
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.9412196/-1.5456524
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Crossing Markings: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9411299/-1.5458541
Wayside Cross & Old Market Hall Pillar
Historic: memorial
Memorial: sculpture
Lat/Long: 51.9411609/-1.5457416
Addr Housenumber: 9
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9404656/-1.5460635
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 51.9398017/-1.5458013
Addr Housename: ?uary Cottage
Building: yes
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9377649/-1.5477285
Addr Housenumber: 2B
Addr Street: West End
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9379129/-1.5476185
Addr Housenumber: 2A
Addr Street: West End
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9379609/-1.5475515
Addr Housename: Moon Cottage
Addr Housenumber: 72
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9383594/-1.5471733
Addr Housenumber: 70
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9383941/-1.5471451
Addr Housenumber: 68
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9384305/-1.5471143
Addr Housenumber: 64
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9385864/-1.5470009
Addr Housenumber: 62
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9386302/-1.5469641
Addr Housenumber: 60A
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9386682/-1.5469305
Addr Housenumber: 45
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9386323/-1.5471894
Addr Housenumber: 60
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9387154/-1.5468916
Addr Housenumber: 58
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9387521/-1.5468729
Addr Housename: The Bell
Building: yes
Fixme: approximate
Wikidata: Q26304380
Lat/Long: 51.9388034/-1.5467079
Addr Housenumber: 52
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.938958/-1.5467133
Addr Housename: Old Bake House
Addr Housenumber: 50
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9390473/-1.5466516
Addr Housenumber: 44
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9392424/-1.5465155
Addr Housenumber: 48
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9391234/-1.5465973
Addr Housenumber: 46
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9391817/-1.546553
Addr Housenumber: 40
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9394574/-1.5462922
Addr Housenumber: 38
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.939531/-1.546268
Addr Housenumber: 36
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9396037/-1.5462385
Addr Housenumber: 34
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9396682/-1.5461956
Addr Housenumber: 32
Addr Street: West Street
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 51.9397154/-1.5461795
Atm
Check Date: 2024-01-20
Operator: Cooperative
Lat/Long: 51.9411427/-1.5452645
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Note: On exterior wall of building, within the covered passage for the road
Post Box Mounting: building
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: OX7 239D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.941867/-1.548389
Defibrillator
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housename: The Red Lion
Addr Postcode: OX7 5BJ
Addr Street: Albion Street
Defibrillator Location: On exterior wall of the Red Lion pub, facing Cattle Market
Emergency: defibrillator
Ref: CHT-9507
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 51.9404904/-1.5441665
Restaurant
Imperial Chef
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housenumber: 5
Addr Postcode: OX7 5NQ
Addr Street: Market Street
Fhrs Id: 871258
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 51.9423717/-1.5456404
Restaurant
Bejing Gourmet
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housenumber: 3
Addr Postcode: OX7 5NQ
Addr Street: Market Street
Fhrs Id: 924662
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 51.9422725/-1.5456699
Bradley Saul
Trev Beadle
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Postcode: OX7 5NQ
Addr Street: Market Street
Fhrs Id: 870248
Shop: butcher
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 51.9421625/-1.5457249
Rogers
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housenumber: 22
Addr Postcode: OX7 5LJ
Addr Street: New Street
Fhrs Id: 870264
Shop: seafood
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 51.9412449/-1.5471008
Social Facility
The Chippy Larder
Addr City: Chipping Norton
Addr Housename: The Guildhall
Addr Postcode: OX7 5NJ
Addr Street: Middle Row
Email: thechippylarder@gmail.com
Fhrs Id: 1302799
Opening Hours: Fr 12:00-15:00;Sa 12:00-15:00
Phone: +44 7890 394297
Social Facility: community_larder
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 51.9426652/-1.5448627
Historic: memorial
Inscription: In memory of the aircrews who died here & nearby after a night flying accident 21st August 1942
Lat/Long: 51.9432414/-1.5468943
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 51.9441591/-1.5436327
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 51.9438598/-1.5426752
Crossing
Crossing: marked
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: yes
Not Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 51.9446431/-1.5445708
Crossing
Crossing: marked
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: yes
Not Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 51.9444448/-1.5446373
Charging Station
Chipping Norton - New Street
Capacity: 12
Fee: yes
Operator: Park & Charge Oxfordshire
Payment Credit Cards: yes
Payment Debit Cards: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9405375/-1.5476211
Addr Housenumber: 41-46
Addr Street: Fox Close
Building: apartments
Lat/Long: 51.9395318/-1.5415379
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