Welcome to Hiz

Hiz is a small river that flows through the county of Bedfordshire in England. It is a tributary of the River Ivel and is approximately 17 miles long. The river is known for its clear waters and is a popular spot for fishing and canoeing. The Hiz Valley is also home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, kingfishers, and water voles. The river is an important part of the local ecosystem and is protected by conservation efforts.

The Hiz Valley is a beautiful and tranquil area that is popular with walkers and nature enthusiasts. The river flows through a number of picturesque villages, including Henlow, Langford, and Clifton. The valley is also home to a number of historic sites, including the ruins of Henlow Castle and the medieval church of St Mary's in Clifton. The Hiz Valley is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside.

The Hiz Valley is an important part of the local community in Bedfordshire. The river provides a source of water for local farms and is an important habitat for a variety of wildlife. The valley is also a popular spot for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, and fishing. The Hiz Valley is a great example of how nature and human activity can coexist in harmony, and it is a testament to the importance of preserving our natural environment for future generations.

Local Schools

School	Details
Syresham St James C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katherine Clough	High Street Syresham Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 5HL 01280850269 School Website
Silverstone Utc University Technical College Ages:14-19 Head Teacher Mr John Mcafee	Silverstone Circuit Towcester Northamptonshire NN12 8TL 01327855010 School Website
The Radstone Primary School Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Andrea Curtis	Poppyfields Way Brackley NN13 6GA 1280390936 School Website
On Track Education Silverstone Other Independent Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Mandy Hayward-Flint	Pitts Farm Towcester Road Silverstone Northamptonshire NN12 8UB 1327366926 School Website
Silverstone Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr James Bloomfield	Towcester Road Silverstone Towcester Northamptonshire NN12 8UB 1327855100 School Website
Helmdon Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Amanda Zdyrko	Station Road Helmdon Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 5QT 01295768126 School Website
Beachborough School Other Independent School Ages:2-14 Head Teacher Mr Christian Pritchard	Westbury Brackley Buckinghamshire NN13 5LB 0********** School Website
Bracken Leas Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Harwood	Magdalen Meadows Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 6LF 1280707050 School Website
Stowe School Other Independent School Ages:12-19 Head Teacher Dr Anthony Wallersteiner	Stowe Buckingham Buckinghamshire MK18 5EH 01280818000
Brackley Church Of England Junior School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rosalyne Peet	Manor Road Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 6EE 01280707060 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Kings Sutton Station Approach, Kings Sutton, Oxfordshire, OX17 3RR 8.90 Miles

Banbury Station Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5AB 10.48 Miles

Bicester North Chiltern Approach, Buckingham Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6EF 11.43 Miles

Wolverton Stratford Road, Wolverton, Buckinghamshire, MK12 5LJ 11.81 Miles

Bicester Village Station Approach, Off London Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6HU 12.04 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Life Of Reilly Travel 01280 847442 1 Simons Way, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, MK18 5LZ 2.47 Miles
Titford James Cars Ltd 07860 308800 39C High Street, Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 8US 2.92 Miles
A2b Cabs 01280 701111 17 Nether Close, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 7BP 3.30 Miles
Airport Transfers Brackley 01280 700600 26A High Street, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 7DS 3.63 Miles
Brackley Taxi 01280 700600 26 High Street, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 7DS 3.63 Miles
A2b Taxis 07876 030383 26 High Street, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 7DS 3.63 Miles
1St Exec Cars 07758 781041 86 Martial Daire Boulevard, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 6LX 3.70 Miles
Chauffeurs Direct Ltd 0800 018 9455 9 Oriel Way, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 6DR 3.77 Miles
Ic Cars 01280 701234 57 Beaumont Crescent, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 6AS 3.91 Miles
Chilli Taxis 01280 83 833 8 Banbury Road, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 6AU 4.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Syresham Sorting Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Biddlesden No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pimlico No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crowfield No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brackley Hatch Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Whitfield Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Silverstone Circuit No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cattle End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dadford No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Turweston Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office Shalstone Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Radstone No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Silverstone High Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Brackley Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Wellington Road Brackley NN13 6QZ
Brackley Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Wellington Road Brackley NN13 6QZ
Brackley Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Wellington Road Brackley NN13 6QZ
Brackley Medical Centre 01280 702436	Brackley Medical Centre And Community Hospital Wellington Road Northamptonshire NN13 6QZ
Silson Surgery 01327 857240	Whitlebury Road Silverstone Towcester Northamptonshire NN12 8UN

Local Stores

High Street Brackley
97-99 High Street
Brackley
Northamptonshire
NN13 7BW
01280 703595
Store Website
3.42 miles

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SPAR - Byfield Fiveways
1A High St
Byfield
Daventry
NN11 6XQ
01327 260 082
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Croft Veterinary Centre
122 Banbury Road Brackley Northamptonshire NN13 6BH 01280 703451 info@croftvetcentre.co.uk Website 4.06 miles
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Vets 2 Your Pets
Tingewick Mill Church Lane Tingewick Buckinghamshire MK18 4RB 0333 366 0148 info@vets2yourpets.co.uk Website 4.71 miles
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The Vet Centre Ltd
Overton Towcester Road Maids Moreton Buckingham Buckinghamshire MK18 1RE 01280 812057 maidsmoreton@thevetcentre.ltd.uk Website 5.52 miles
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Towcester Veterinary Centre
Burcote Road Towcester Northamptonshire NN12 6JW 01327 350239 admin@towcester-vets.co.uk Website 5.81 miles

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Windmill Veterinary Centre Ltd
14 High Street Buckingham Buckinghamshire MK18 1NT 01280 822001 info@windmillvets.co.uk Website 5.91 miles

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Buckingham Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 3A, Osier Way Buckingham Buckinghamshire MK18 1TB buckingham@vets4pets.com 6.37 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Hazelborough Wood
Hazelborough Wood Is An Ancient Oak Woodland With A Network Of Grassy Rides For Walking. It Showcases Beautiful Bluebells In Spring Time And Wildlife Spotting All Year Round. Brackley Hatch Brackley Lancashire NN13 5TU 1.69 miles If Approaching From The South, Exit The A43 At The Junction Signposted For Silverstone, And Turn Left Immediately Into The Car Park For The Woods. If Approaching From The North, Exit The A43 At The Junction Signposted For Silverstone, Take The Third Exit On The Roundabout Then Take The Next Left And Follow Signs For Hazelborough Woods.

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Stoke Wood
Lovely Woods Where Dogs Are Allowed Off Lead. Free Parking And Set Walks Are Shown By Arrowed Posts Throughout The Forest. Stoke Woods Car Park Stoke Lyne Lancashire 9.26 miles Leave The M40 At Junction 10 And Follow The Signposts For The A43. At The Roundabout, Take The Third Exit Onto The B1400 From Where The Wood Is Signposted With A Brown Sign. For The Main Entrance Into Stoke Wood, Follow The Road For 1.5Km And Turn Right Into The Small Lane. After Approximately 140M The Entrance Will Be On The Left Hand Side, Next To The Car Park (Not Owned By The Trust) Which Holds Around 30 Cars.

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Salcey Forest
There Are Various Walks Available From Walks On Pathed Areas To Going Off The Main Track Into The Woods Requiring Your Wellies! Maps Of The Different Walks Are Available At The Cafe. Parking Is Paid At The Main Car Park By The Cafe And Children's Play Area Or You Can Park For Free At The Horse Box Parking If There Is Room. The Children's Play Area Is Very Good For Little Ones And There Is Also A Tree Top Walk. The Dogs Can Go Off Lead All The Way Round. Salcey Forest Hartwell Northampton Lancashire NN7 2HX 12.01 miles

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Bancroft Park
This Is A Nice 1 Hour Walk, Plenty Of Friendly Dogs And Owners Allow Socializing. There Is A Roman Villa To Look Around, The Gravel Path Leads Around A Stream And Meadow Area. At The Bradwell End You Can Walk Up To The Concrete Cows, Although If Your Dog(S) Aren't Used To Being Off Leash Then Put Them On The Lead At That Point Due To A Busy Dual Carriageway (Monks Way). If You Continued Under Monks Way, You Can Follow The Redway To Bradwell Abbey, A Norman Abbey With A Chapel Still Standing. Back Toward Bancroft There Is A Small Wooded Area Following The Railway Back Into The Park. Squirrels, Rabbits, Jays, Woodpeckers And Other Birds Can Be Seen/Heard. Bancroft Park 2 Constantine Way Lancashire 12.13 miles Bancrofft Park

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Banbury To Drayton Fields
Stratford Rd Banbury Lancashire OX15 6EF 12.37 miles United Kingdom

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Daventry Country Park
Daventry Country Park Daventry Lancashire NN11 2JB 14.52 miles

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