Ardley is a small village located in the Cherwell district of Oxfordshire, England. The village is situated approximately 10 miles north of Oxford and 5 miles south of Bicester. Ardley is a quiet and peaceful village with a population of around 500 people. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists.
One of the main attractions in Ardley is the Ardley ERF Landfill site. The site is one of the largest landfill sites in the UK and is managed by Viridor. The site is also home to a large gas-to-energy plant which generates electricity from the methane gas produced by the landfill. The site is open to the public and offers guided tours to visitors who are interested in learning more about the landfill and the energy plant.
Ardley is also home to a number of small businesses and shops. The village has a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The Red Lion pub is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. The pub serves a range of traditional pub food and has a selection of real ales and wines. The village also has a primary school, a village hall, and a sports field. The sports field is used for a range of activities including football, cricket, and tennis.