Welcome to Kencot

Kencot is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles west of the town of Witney and 15 miles west of the city of Oxford. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the 12th-century St. George's Church and the Kencot Manor, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 17th century.

Despite its small size, Kencot has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local events and activities throughout the year. The village hall hosts regular events such as coffee mornings, quiz nights, and craft fairs, while the annual Kencot Village Fete is a popular event that brings together residents and visitors alike. The village also has a pub, The Plough Inn, which serves traditional pub food and real ale, and is a popular spot for locals to gather and socialize.

Kencot is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and strong sense of community, it is a charming place to visit or call home. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a place to connect with others, Kencot has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 9.1°C

Feels Like: 6.3°C

Wind: 11.9 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School Details
Sandwell Learning Centre
Other Independent Special School
Ages:8-19
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Southwell
Sandwell Learning Centre
Main Road
Alvescot
Nr Bampton
OX18 2PY
1865509150
School Website
St Peters Church Of England Infant School Alvescot
Academy Converter
Ages:4-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Sam King
Alvescot
Bampton
Oxfordshire
OX18 2PU
01993842535
School Website
St Christophers Church Of England School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Rachel Veeder
Lechlade Road
Langford
Lechlade
Oxfordshire
GL7 3LA
01367860318
School Website
Edith Moorhouse Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Szortowski
Lawton Avenue
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 3HP
1993842372
School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Carterton
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lisa Smith
Lawton Avenue
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 3JY
01993841240
School Website
Gateway Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Kayleigh Anstee
Netheravon Close
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 3SF
01993842189
School Website
Carterton Community College
Community School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Chris Hart
Upavon Way
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 1BU
01993841611
School Website
Carterton Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ellie Green
Burford Road
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 3AD
01993842502
School Website
Clanfield C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Kim Rogers
Main Street
Clanfield
Bampton
Oxfordshire
OX18 2SP
01367810257
School Website
St John The Evangelist C Of E Va Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Smith
Bluebell Way
Shilton Park
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 1JF
01993843124
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Finstock
Charlbury Road, Finstock, Oxfordshire, OX7 3AW
10.57 Miles
Charlbury
Station Approach, Off Dyers Hill, Charlbury, Oxfordshire, OX7 3HH
10.99 Miles
Kingham
Station Road, Kingham, Oxfordshire, OX7 6UP
11.28 Miles
Combe
Robin Hill, Off Bolton'S Lane, Near Combe, Oxfordshire, OX29 8ET
11.93 Miles
Hanborough
Station Road, Off Main Road, Long Hanborough, Oxfordshire, OX29 8LA
12.61 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Twoways Taxis
01993 845816
77 Mayfield Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 3QS
1.61 Miles
Charlie S Taxis
01993 845253
Unit 2 Carterton Industrial Estate, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 3EZ
1.75 Miles
Mark One Taxis
01993 840405
38 Home Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 3GQ
1.88 Miles
Always Taxis
01993 840025
42 Home Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 3GQ
1.88 Miles
Andreas Cars
07525 984600
56 Black Bourton Rd, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 3HF
1.92 Miles
Business As Usual Executive Travel
01993 847111
103 Bluebell Way, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 1LA
2.67 Miles
Ace Taxis Carterton
01993 840055
5 Appleford Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 1HT
2.86 Miles
Get A Cab
01993 840006
Garston Court, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 3NP
3.38 Miles
Bampton Cars
01993 851900
1 Rosemary La, Bampton, Oxfordshire, OX18 2NF
3.69 Miles
Aston Private Hire Taxis
07778 452236
1 Mercury Court, Bampton, Oxfordshire, OX18 2AJ
4.08 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Kencot
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Broadwell
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Ox18 Alvescot Alvescot
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Filkins Po
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Langford
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Broughton Poggs
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox18 Milestone Road Carterton
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Ox18 Alvescott Road - Station Road Black Bourton
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Ox18 Oakfield Road Carterton
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Ox18 Carr Avenue Carterton
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Ox18 Alvescott Road Carterton
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Ox18 Black Bourton Road Carterton
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Ox18 Burford Road Black Bourton
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox18 Rock Close Carterton
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox18 Carterton Sorting Office
Weekday Last Collection:18:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Dr M G Perry & Partners, Carterton
Carterton Health Centre
8 Alvescot Road
Carteron
Oxfordshire
OX18 3LJ
Dr Sharpley
Carterton Health Centre
Alvescot Road
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 3LJ
Carterton Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Carterton Health Centre
8 Alvescot Road
Carterton
OX18 3LJ
Carterton Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Carterton Health Centre
8 Alvescot Road
Carterton
OX18 3LJ
Broadshires Health Centre
01993 845600
Broadshires Health Centre
Broadshires Way
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 1JA
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Local Stores

Centrum Square
1-3 Centrum Square
Shilton Park
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 1AQ
01993 845033
Store Website
2.76 miles
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SPAR - Minster Lovell
4 Brize Norton Road
Minster Lovell
OX29 0SE
01993 775402
Store Website
5.4 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Cotswold Equine Clinic
Appletree Cottage
Filkins
Lechlade
Gloucestershire
GL7 3JQ
07887 563132
adele@cotswoldequine.co.uk
Website
1.25 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Equines

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Medivet Cartertonjackson Vets
41 Alvescot Road
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 3JN
01993 842717
carterton@medivet.co.uk
Website
1.87 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Tremain Veterinary Group
19A Alvescot Rd
Carterton
Oxon
OX18 3JL
01993 845 808
dlgoddard@tremainvets.demon.co.uk
Website
2.01 miles
Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Carterton Vets Ltd
12 Ventura Park
Broadshires Way
Carterton
Oxfordshire
OX18 1AD
01993 764 262
grahame@cartertonvets.co.uk
2.73 miles
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The Bridge Veterinary Clinic
Downington
Lechlade
Gloucestershire
GL7 3DL
01367 252312
bridgevetclinic@btconnect.com
Website
4.25 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Stow Veterinary Surgeons - Burford Branch
Castles Yard
Pytts Lane
Burford
Oxfordshire
OX18 4SJ
01451830620
reception@stowvets.co.uk
Website
4.68 miles
Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Carterton Medows
A Large Open Field With Little Features But A Great Place To Socialize Your Dog(S). 95% Of The People That Visit This Walk Are Happy To Watch Their Dog Play With Others With Little Worry Or Avoidence. There Are Small Patches Of Water Dotted Around But Are Easily Avoided Even For The Naughtiest Of Dogs. This Walk Can Be Long Or Short Depending On Your Preference But I Guarantee That, If Your Dogs Like To Play, They Won't Make It To The End Of The Field Without Being Knackered.
B4477
Carterton
Lancashire
OX18 1PE
1.46 miles

Just Outside Carterton Heading Towards Swindon.
Location
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Bampton Dog Walk
This Is A Lovely Walk Though The Historic Town Of Bampton Where Much Of Downton Abbey Was Filmed. It Is Also One The Few Places In The Uk To Have Both A Town And Village Hall!
4 Church St
Bampton
OX18 2NB
3.69 miles

Location
what3words
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Badbury Clumps
Hills, Woods, Flowers.
Highworth Rd
Lancashire
6.12 miles

Location
what3words
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Ducklington Lake Witney
Avenue 2 Station Lane. Drive Straight To The End, Walk Under The Bridge And You Are There. A Great Circular Walk Around The Lake. Dogs Are Able To Run Off Lead And Socialise If They Are Friendly And You Are Sure They Wont Jump In The Water.
A40
Witney
Lancashire
OX28 4YT
6.69 miles

Avenue 2 Station Lane Witney
Location
what3words
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Foxburrow Wood
11 Foxburrow Ln
Hailey
Witney
OX29 9UN
7.51 miles

Location
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Hinton Waldrist Longworth Round Trip
Bridle Path And Villages. On Lead And Off Lead.
Church Ln
Longworth
Abingdon
OX13 5DY
8.64 miles

Park Up Outside The Church And Then Walk Through The Bridle Path To Hinton Waldrist.
Location
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