Welcome to Great Holcombe

Great Holcombe is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. The village is situated in the Chiltern Hills, which is an area of outstanding natural beauty. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are many walking and cycling routes that visitors can explore. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church, which is a Grade II listed building.

One of the main attractions of Great Holcombe is the Holcombe Hill, which is a popular spot for walkers and hikers. The hill offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside, and visitors can enjoy a picnic or a leisurely stroll along the footpaths. The village is also home to a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can sample local cuisine and enjoy a drink with friends.

Great Holcombe is a peaceful and tranquil village, and it is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are many opportunities for outdoor activities. Whether you are looking for a relaxing break or an active holiday, Great Holcombe has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 7.7°C

Wind: 11.9 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School	Details
Great Milton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alyson Frost	High Street Great Milton Oxford Oxfordshire OX44 7NT 01844279388 School Website
Chilworth House School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-12 Head Teacher Mr David Wilcox	Thame Road Wheatley Oxford Oxfordshire OX33 1JP 1844339077 School Website
Chilworth House Upper School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Johnson	Grooms Farm Thame Road Wheatley Oxford OX33 1JP 1844337720 School Website
Little Milton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hannah And James Blest And Bell	Stadhampton Road Little Milton Oxford Oxfordshire OX44 7QD 01844279310 School Website
Garsington Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Zara D'archambaud	Wheatley Road Garsington Oxford Oxfordshire OX44 9EW 1865361263 School Website
John Watson School Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr Stephen Passey	Littleworth Road Wheatley Oxford Oxfordshire OX33 1NN 01865452725 School Website
Wheatley Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mr Natalie Wilson	Littleworth Road Wheatley Oxford Oxfordshire OX33 1NN 01865452725 School Website
Wheatley Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Gillian Standing	Littleworth Road Wheatley Oxford Oxfordshire OX33 1NN 01865872366 School Website
Ickford School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr John Ronane	Sheldon Road Ickford Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 9HY 01844339261 School Website
Stadhampton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Emma Charnock	Stadhampton Primary School, Cratlands Close Stadhampton Oxford Oxfordshire OX44 7XL 1865890370 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ascott-Under-Wychwood Shipton Road, Ascott-Under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, OX3 5LP 6.39 Miles

Radley Foxborough Road, Radley, Oxfordshire, OX14 3AB 7.20 Miles

Haddenham And Thame Parkway Thame Road, Haddenham, Buckinghamshire, HP17 8EP 7.55 Miles

Culham Station Road, Culham, Oxfordshire, OX14 3BT 7.81 Miles

Oxford Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS 8.08 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
P W Chauffeur Cars 01844 281802 Chilworth Cottage/Old London Rd, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 2JR 1.20 Miles
Elite Cars Oxford 01865 250500 M40 Junction 8A, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX33 1LJ 1.24 Miles
Cab Co Britannia 01844 279100 The Oxford Belfry, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 2JW 1.38 Miles
Cab Co Britannia 01844 279100 The Oxford Belfry Hotel, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 2JW 1.38 Miles
C C B Airport Cars 07754 005644 Ccb House, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX33 1SL 2.66 Miles
Oxicars 01865 875900 White Oak Cottage, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX33 1PR 2.67 Miles
M40 Cars 01844 281555 55 High Street, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 7BS 3.83 Miles
Br Chauffeurs 01865 876888 Badgers Close, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX33 1HP 4.22 Miles
Elite Cars Oxford 01865 250500 Druce Way, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 6TJ 4.60 Miles
Oxfordshire Transfers 07967 911830 22 Windale Avenue, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 6JD 4.73 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ox44 Great Milton Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ox44 Great Milton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox44 Great Haseley Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox44 Latchford Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox44 Oldfield Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Welcome Break Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox44 Little Milton Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ox44 Little Haseley Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Ox9 Milton Common Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox9 School Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Asda Store Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Waterstock Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox9 The Fox Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox44 Cuddesdon Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
London Road East Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Morland House - Covid Local Vaccination Service	London Road Wheatley Oxford OX33 1YJ
Morland House - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	London Road Wheatley Oxford OX33 1YJ
Morland House Surgery 01865 872448	Moreland Close Wheatley Oxfordshire OX33 1DP
Dr Neale	The Brook Surgery High Street Chalgrove Oxford Oxfordshire OX44 7AF
The Leys Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Dunnock Way Blackbird Leys Oxford OX4 7EX

Local Stores

Wheatley
Ladder Hill, Station Road
Wheatley
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX33 1ST
01865 876383
Store Website
2.78 miles

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SPAR Greater Leys
SPAR Store
Dunnock Way
Greater Leys
Oxford
OX4 7EX
01865 775437
Store Website
4.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Wheatley
Stanley House Eden Business Park Thame Road Wheatley Oxfordshire OX33 1JN 01844 339 469 wheatley@medivet.co.uk Website 1.39 miles
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Norcal Veterinary Services Ltd
Unit 2 Rycote Lane Farm Milton Common Thame Oxfordshire OX9 2NZ 01844 260616 thame@norcalvets.co.uk Website 2.10 miles
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Medivet Wheatley Roman Road - Iffley Vets
10 Roman Road Wheatley Oxford Oxfordshire OX33 1UU 01865 875 155 wheatley.roman.rd@medivet.co.uk Website 2.40 miles
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Sprinz &Amp; Nash
The Veterinary Hospital 23 Wellington Street Thame Oxfordshire OX9 3BW 01844 212000 vets@sprinzandnash.co.uk Website 5.35 miles
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Beaumont Veterinary Clinic
29-31 Wharton Road Headington Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 8AL 01865 765641 web.beaumont@cvsvets.com Website 5.60 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 5.62 miles


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Local Dog Walks

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 4.16 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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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 4.60 miles

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Bernwood Forest
There Are 60 Miles Of Tracks Within This Reserve - Over Meadows And Through The Woodland 5.68 miles Ox33 1Bj Map Ref: Sp 606 111

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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 6.13 miles

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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 7.34 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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Piddington Circular Walk
1 Ludgershall Rd Piddington Bicester OX25 1PU 9.12 miles The Piddington Circular Walk Starts At The Village Hall On The Ludgershall Road. To Find It On A Mapping Website Or Using Satellite Navigation, The Grid Reference Is ‘Sp641174’ And The Post Code Is Ox25 1Pu. By Train: Bicester North Station Is Between Banbury And London (National Rail Timetable 115). Bicester Town Station Is Linked To Oxford (National Rail Timetable 116). By Bus: Charlton On Otmoor Service 94 Stops In Piddington And Links To Both Oxford And Bicester But This Is An Irregular Service. Call 01865 331249 For Details. By Car: Park In The Village Hall Car Park. Occasionally This May Be Full When The Hall Is Being Used. If This Is The Case, Please Park Responsibly On Village Streets. Large Groups Planning To Walk The Route Should Contact The Village Hall Number Ahead Of Time - 07926 620422.

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	6.5°C	5.6°C	3.5°C	3°C	3.1°C	3.7°C	5.1°C	8.1°C	9.4°C	7.5°C	6.1°C	6.1°C
Feels Like	3.4°C	0.8°C	-0.2°C	-0.3°C	0.2°C	1.2°C	2.9°C	6.1°C	7.7°C	5.2°C	3.3°C	3.2°C

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	Overcast	Moderate rain at times	Light rain	Light rain	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	7°C	7.9°C	8.5°C	8.8°C	8.5°C	8.3°C	8.3°C	9.5°C	9.3°C	7.5°C	4.8°C	3.8°C
Feels Like	4.2°C	5.5°C	6.4°C	6.7°C	5.9°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	6.3°C	6.5°C	4.9°C	1.9°C	0.7°C

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Temp	1.6°C	0.7°C	0.3°C	0.1°C	1.4°C	4.3°C	8.3°C	10°C	9.7°C	8.2°C	7.8°C	4.7°C
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