Welcome to Gallowstree Common

Gallowstree Common is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. The village is situated on the edge of the Chiltern Hills, which provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is known for its beautiful landscapes, which are perfect for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. John the Baptist Church.

The village of Gallowstree Common is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, which is perfect for exploring on foot or by bike. The village is also home to a number of quaint pubs and restaurants, which serve traditional English cuisine. The village is also known for its friendly locals, who are always happy to welcome visitors and share their knowledge of the area.

Overall, Gallowstree Common is a charming village that offers visitors a chance to experience the beauty of the English countryside. The village is a great place to relax and unwind, and it is also a great base for exploring the surrounding area. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat or an active holiday, Gallowstree Common has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 8.1°C

Wind: 9.8 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School Details
Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Hartley
Reades Lane
Sonning Common
Reading
RG4 9LN
1189721500
School Website
Bishopswood School
Academy Special Sponsor Led
Ages:2-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Priya Bhagrath
Grove Road
Sonning Common
Reading
RG4 9RH
1189724311
School Website
Sonning Common Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Chris Hirst
Grove Road
Sonning Common
Reading
Oxfordshire
RG4 9RJ
01189722105
School Website
Peppard Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Nick Steele
Church Lane
Peppard
Henley On Thames
Oxfordshire
RG9 5JU
01491628354
School Website
Kidmore End Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Griffin
Chalkhouse Green Road
Kidmore End
Reading
Oxfordshire
RG4 9AU
1183573149
School Website
Stoke Row Church Of England School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Nick Steele
Stoke Row
Henley On Thames
Oxfordshire
RG9 5QS
01491680720
School Website
Checkendon Church Of England A Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Hillier
Checkendon
Reading
Oxfordshire
RG8 0SR
01491680693
School Website
The Oratory School
Other Independent School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Joseph Smith
Woodcote
Reading
South Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire
RG8 0PJ
1491683500
School Website
Emmer Green Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Tonia Crossman
Grove Road
Emmer Green
Reading
Berkshire
RG4 8LN
01189375464
School Website
Highdown School And Sixth Form Centre
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Ms Rachel Cave
Surley Row
Emmer Green
Reading
Berkshire
RG4 8LR
01189015800
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Tilehurst
Oxford Road, Tilehurst, Berkshire, RG31 6TH
3.83 Miles
Henley-On-Thames
Station Approach, Off Station Road, Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 1AY
4.09 Miles
Reading
Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
4.53 Miles
Reading West
Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
4.63 Miles
Pangbourne
Shooters Hill, Pangbourne, Berkshire, RG8 7DY
4.85 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
All High Society Limousines
0118 972 2511
59 Wood La, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 9SJ
0.68 Miles
Adams Cars
01491 628888
Unit 9B, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 5LA
1.08 Miles
Reading Airport Taxis
01491 628888
Manor Farm, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 5LA
1.08 Miles
Chauffeur Driven
01491 576576
North Ldg, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 4JB
2.27 Miles
Prominent Chauffeuring
0845 625 0070
Prominent Place, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 8UU
2.64 Miles
Comfi Cars
0118 945 4444
Highlands La, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 4PS
2.66 Miles
Comfi Cars Of Henley
01491 575555
Oxford House Highlands Ln, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 4PS
2.66 Miles
S O D Cars
01491 411707
The Hanger/Highlands La, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 4PR
2.67 Miles
Chrissie's Cabs
01491 682412
Holly Tree Cottage/Collins End, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 7RH
2.93 Miles
Aston Taxis
07919 046427
Holly Tree Cottage, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 7RH
2.93 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Rg9 Stoke Row Road
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beech Rise
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rg9 Kingwood
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ashford Avenue
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gallowstree Common
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shiplake Bottom
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sonning Common Post Office
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Kennylands
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pond End Road
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wyfold Grange
Weekday Last Collection:16:30
Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Rg9 Peppard
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Reddish Manor
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kidmore End
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westleigh Drive
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rg9 Grouse And Claret
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Sonning Common Health Ctr
0118 9722188
Sonning Common Health Ctr
Wood Lane
Sonning Common,Reading
Berkshire
RG4 9SW
Emmer Green Surgery
0118 9486900
Emmer Green Surgery
4 St. Barnabas Road
Emmer Green
Reading, Berkshire
RG4 8RA
Emmer Green Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service
4 St. Barnabas Road
Emmer Green
Reading
RG4 8RA
Reading Ent Clinic
0118 9486905
4 St. Barnabas Road
Emmer Green
Reading
Berkshire
RG4 8RA
Caversham Pcn Hub
0118 9486900
Emmer Green Surgery
4 St Barnabas Rd, E/Green
Reading
Berkshire
RG4 8RA
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Local Stores

Sonning Common
44 Wood Lane
Sonning Common
Reading
Oxfordshire
RG4 9SL
0118 9724818
Store Website
0.67 miles
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SPAR - Tilehurst
12 Spey Road
Tilehurst
Reading
RG30 4DG
01189 424215
Store Website
4.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Active Vetcare - Sonning Common
2C Green Lane
Sonning Common
Reading
Berkshire
RG4 9NA
0118 972 3821
msvets@activevetcare.co.uk
Website
0.60 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Camelid Veterinary Services Ltd
The Old Barracks
Lady Grove
Goring Heath
Reading
Berkshire
RG8 7RU
01491 680313
claire@ukalpacavet.com
Website
2.90 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Camelids

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Active Vetcare - Oakley
65 Oakley Road
Caversham
Reading
Berkshire
RG4 7RN
0118 947 9298
oakley@activevetcare.co.uk
Website
3.30 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Henley Vets Ltd T/A The Veterinary Centre
271 Reading Road
Henley-On-Thames
Oxfordshire
RG9 1EL
01491 574490
info@henleyvets.co.uk
Website
4.26 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Tilehurst Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home
Unit F Reading Retail Park
Oxford Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG30 1PR
tilehurst@vets4pets.com
Website
4.30 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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except Bank Holidays
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Sat09:0018:30
Sun10:0016:00
Tilehurst Veterinary Centre
19 School Road
Tilehurst
Reading
Berkshire
RG31 5AR
0118 942 8240
tilehurst@activevetcare.co.uk
Website
4.63 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

OpenClose
Mon08:3019:00
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Local Dog Walks

Sulham Woods
Sulham Hill
Reading
Lancashire
RG8 8EE
5.02 miles

Location
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River Kennet And Cunning Man
Lovely Tracks Along The River With Nooks To Explore And A Lovely Pup Friendly Pub To Park At And Have A Drink In When Finished
The Cunning Man
Reading
Lancashire
RG30 3RB
6.39 miles

Parking Is Free If You Are A Pub Customer (Remember To Register Your Reg) Or Small Charge If Not Visiting The Pub
Location
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Dinton Pastures Country Park
5 Davis St
Hurst
Reading
Lancashire
RG10 0TJ
7.73 miles

Location
what3words
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Windsor Great Park
Windsor Great Park; You Can Walk For Miles And In Every Section There Is Something New For Your Dog(S) To Explore! There Is The Polo Field Which Is Great For Letting Your Dog Off Of The Lead For The First Time - There Is Also Woodland Areas And So Much More. There Is A Café, Picnic Tables And A Children’S Play Area. This Is The Perfect Place To Enjoy Yourself!!
Yattendon Rd
Lancashire
9.07 miles

Windsor Great Park Saville Gardens
Location
what3words
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Pullingshill Wood Walking The Trenches
Chalkpit Ln
Marlow
SL7 2JG
9.26 miles

Bovingdon Green
Location
what3words
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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
11.32 miles

Location
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Weather Forecast

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