Welcome to Headington

Headington is a suburb located in the eastern part of Oxfordshire, England. It is known for its rich history and cultural significance. The suburb is home to several notable landmarks, including the Headington Shark, a sculpture of a shark that appears to be crashing into the roof of a house. The suburb is also home to the John Radcliffe Hospital, one of the largest hospitals in the region. Headington is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and modern amenities.

One of the most notable features of Headington is its architecture. The suburb is home to several historic buildings, including the Headington Hill Hall, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 19th century. The suburb is also home to several modern buildings, including the Oxford Brookes University campus, which features a striking modernist design. The architecture of Headington reflects the suburb's rich history and its modern, forward-thinking approach to development.

Headington is also known for its vibrant community. The suburb is home to several community organizations, including the Headington Action Group, which works to improve the quality of life for residents. The suburb is also home to several schools, including the Headington School, a prestigious all-girls school that has been educating students for over 100 years. The community of Headington is diverse and welcoming, offering a range of activities and events for residents and visitors alike.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 6.1°C

Feels Like: 3°C

Wind: 9.8 MPH

Wind Dir: SE

Local Schools

School	Details
Ruskin College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Professor Audrey Mullender	Dunstan Road Old Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 9BZ 1865759600 School Website
St Andrews Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Holmes	London Road Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 9ED 01865762396 School Website
Headington School Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mrs Caroline Jordan	Headington Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 7TD 1865759100 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Oxford Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jessica Tweedie	Headley Way Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 7SX 01865763357 School Website
Rye St Antony Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Miss Joanne Croft	Pullen's Lane Oxford Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 0BY 1865762802 School Website
Windmill Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Knapp	Margaret Road Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 8NG 01865762509 School Website
New Marston Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Vlachonikolis	New Marston Primary School, Copse Lane Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 0AY 1865761560 School Website
Oxford Brookes University Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Alistair Fitt	Headington Campus Gipsy Lane Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 0BP 1865741111 School Website
Headington Quarry Foundation Stage School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Natalie Wilson	Quarry School Place Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 8LH 01865762345
Bayards Hill School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Charley Eaglestone	Waynflete Road Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 9NU 01865761656 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ascott-Under-Wychwood Shipton Road, Ascott-Under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, OX3 5LP 0.85 Miles

Oxford Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS 2.54 Miles

Oxford Parkway Water Eaton Park &Amp;Amp; Ride, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8HA 3.75 Miles

Islip Off Bletchingdon Road, Islip, Oxfordshire, OX5 2TQ 4.30 Miles

Radley Foxborough Road, Radley, Oxfordshire, OX14 3AB 5.68 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Elite Cars Oxford 01865 250500 Brookfield Crescent, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0AZ 0.75 Miles
Taxi4oxford 07906 763006 The Coach House, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 8NX 0.78 Miles
Andersen Brook Private Hire 01865 203040 52 Crotch Cr, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0JJ 0.84 Miles
Elite Cars Oxford 01865 250500 Stanway Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 8HR 1.08 Miles
Kit Mobility Taxis 07862 768276 17 Pauling Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 8PU 1.11 Miles
Go Cabs 01865 761552 129 Green Ridges, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 8LX 1.16 Miles
Oxford Cabs 01865 699003 19 Salford Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0RX 1.24 Miles
Oxford Cabs T/A Regal Cars 01865 747425 19 Salford Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0RX 1.24 Miles
Elite Cars Oxford 01865 250500 24 Bartlemas Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1XX 1.50 Miles
Queen Cars 01865 766666 152A Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1JJ 1.58 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dunstan Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old High Street Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Jr Maternity No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Osler Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Jr Accident Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Sandfield Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
London Road Central (Left) Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
London Road Central (Right) Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Headington Po Indoor Box Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
New High Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hawthorn Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Upway Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ramsey Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barton Village Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Franklin Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Manor Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Osler Road Headington Oxford OX3 9BP
Manor Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Osler Road Headington Oxford OX3 9BP
City - Ox3+ Pcn Hub 07967 488123	Manor Surgery Osler Road Headington Oxfordshire OX3 9BP
Manor Surgery 01865 762535	The Manor Surgery Osler Road, Headington Oxford OX3 9BP
Hedena Health 01865 227788	207 London Road Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 9JA

Local Stores

Headington
152 London Road
Headington
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX3 9ED
01865 766132
Store Website
0.37 miles

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SPAR - Headington
10 - 12 Underhill Circus
Headington
Oxford
OX3 9LU
01865 763606
Store Website
0.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Beaumont Veterinary Clinic
29-31 Wharton Road Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 8AL 01865 765641 web.beaumont@cvsvets.com Website 0.58 miles
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Medivet Marston Cat Clinic
24 Cherwell Drive Marston Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 0LY 01865 950700 Marston.cat.clinic@medivet.co.uk Website 0.78 miles

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Medivet East Oxfordoxford Animal Centre
364 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 2AG 01865 250000 east.oxford@medivet.co.uk Website 1.60 miles
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Medivet Oxford Iffley Road - Iffley Vets
35 Iffley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1EA 01865 242600 oxford.iffley.rd@medivet.co.uk Website 1.66 miles
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Medivet North Oxford
67 Woodstock Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 6HJ 01865 554521 north.oxford@medivet.co.uk Website 2.13 miles
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Oxford Cowley Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Templars Retail Park, Between Towns Road Cowley Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 3JP oxfordcowley@vets4pets.com 2.15 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Shotover Country Park
289 Acres Of Varied Landscape And Spectacular Views. Oxford City Council Has Lots More Information On Their Website Oxford.Gov.Uk The Ridings Oxford OX3 8TB 1.59 miles

Location what3words water.bank.porch

Bagley Wood
A Lovely Wood For An Hour Or So Walk. Roadside Parking And Very Quiet Allowing A Peaceful Walk. Dogs Can Be Off Lead All The Way Round. Bagley Wood A34 Kennington Oxford OX1 5NA 3.91 miles The Satnav Doesn’T Tend To Recognise The Last Turning. Look Out For Bagley Wood Road And You’Ll Find The Verge To Park On Just Before The Bridge.

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Bernwood Forest
There Are 60 Miles Of Tracks Within This Reserve - Over Meadows And Through The Woodland 4.69 miles Ox33 1Bj Map Ref: Sp 606 111

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Toot Baldon
A Beautiful Walk From St Lawrence's Church In Toot Baldon Across The Fields Where You Can Walk As Far As Berinsfield And Beyond If You Choose. Free Parking At The Church With A Designated Footpath Through The Churchyard Into Lovely Fields For Your Dogs To Run Around, A Stream And A Mostly Flat Walk. The Mole Inn Pub Is There For A Nice Lunch After Your Walk, Dog Friendly Garden With Water Available For Your Dogs! Court Leys House Toot Baldon Oxford OX44 9NF 4.79 miles Parking At St Lawrence Church In Toot Baldon, Found At The End Of The Lane Next To The Mole Inn Public House

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Kidlington Circular Walk
65 Church St Kidlington Lancashire OX5 2BA 5.33 miles

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Dorchester On Thames To Wittingham Clumps
This Is About A 4 Mile Round Walk. Park After The Bridge Entering Dorchester And There Are Toilets There. Walk Through An Extremely Picturesque Village (Take Lots Of Change As Residents Sell Jams, Marmalade, Eggs, Fruit And Veg) - Follow The Signs To The Catholic Church And Then Walk To Little Wittingham Through Fields And Over Bridge And Through To Another Church Then Follow Signs Up To The Clumps. 62 High St Dorchester Wallingford OX10 7HN 8.46 miles

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Weather Forecast

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