Welcome to Oxford Canal

The Oxford Canal is a beautiful waterway that runs through the heart of Oxfordshire. It is a popular destination for boaters, walkers, and cyclists who come to enjoy the stunning scenery and peaceful atmosphere. The canal stretches for 78 miles from Oxford to Coventry, passing through some of the most picturesque countryside in England.

One of the highlights of the Oxford Canal is the stunning architecture that lines its banks. The canal passes through a number of historic towns and villages, including Banbury, Napton-on-the-Hill, and Braunston. Each of these places has its own unique character and charm, with beautiful old buildings, quaint pubs, and picturesque churches. The canal also passes through some stunning countryside, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and tranquil woodland.

Another great thing about the Oxford Canal is the abundance of wildlife that can be seen along its banks. The canal is home to a wide variety of birds, including kingfishers, herons, and swans. It is also a great place to spot otters, water voles, and other small mammals. Whether you are a nature lover or simply looking for a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the Oxford Canal is the perfect destination.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 7.7°C

Wind: 11.9 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School Details
St Barnabas Church Of England Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Scott Lewis
Hart Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 6BN
01865557178
School Website
Carfax College
Other Independent School
Ages:11-21
Head Teacher
Mr Carl Morris
39-42 Hythe Bridge Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 2EP
1865200676
School Website
University Of Oxford
Higher Education Institutions
Head Teacher
Professor Louise Richardson
University Offices
Wellington Square
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 2JD
1865270000
School Website
The Eckersley School Of English
Miscellaneous
Ages:16-99
14 Friars Entry
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 2BZ
West Oxford Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Ms Emma Goodes
Ferry Hinksey Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 0BY
01865248862
School Website
Cherwell College Oxford
Other Independent School
Ages:12-25
Head Teacher
Principal Stephen Clarke
St George's Mansion
1-3 George Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 2AR
1865242670
School Website
Activate Learning
Further Education
Ages:16-99
Head Teacher
Mr Gary Headland
Oxpens Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 1SA
8006126008
School Website
Oxford Media & Business School
Miscellaneous
Ages:16-99
Head Teacher
Andrea Freeman
1 Cambridge Terrace
Oxford
OX1 1RR
Christ Church Cathedral School
Other Independent School
Ages:2-13
Head Teacher
Mr Richard Murray
3 Brewer Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 1QW
1865242561
School Website
New College School
Other Independent School
Ages:4-13
Head Teacher
Dr Matthew Jenkinson
2 Savile Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 3UA
1865285560
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Oxford
Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
0.18 Miles
Ascott-Under-Wychwood
Shipton Road, Ascott-Under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, OX3 5LP
2.98 Miles
Oxford Parkway
Water Eaton Park &Amp;Amp; Ride, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8HA
3.29 Miles
Islip
Off Bletchingdon Road, Islip, Oxfordshire, OX5 2TQ
4.94 Miles
Radley
Foxborough Road, Radley, Oxfordshire, OX14 3AB
4.99 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
A1 Taxis
01865 771772
27 Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HU
0.27 Miles
Solocar
0800 334 5684
Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HH
0.28 Miles
Elite Cars Oxford
01865 250500
St Giles Cafe Oxford, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
0.38 Miles
Elite Fleet Cars
01865 691538
Woodstock Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3LD
0.39 Miles
Airport Direct
07990 677508
Oxford Ox2 6Eh, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 6EH
0.43 Miles
City Taxis
01865 794000
108 Saint Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BU
0.61 Miles
001 Taxis
01865 240000
New Inn Yard, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BU
0.61 Miles
Elite Prestige And Private Hire Limited
01865 250500
Unit 12, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0DR
0.65 Miles
Oxford Cars (Oxford Taxi)
01865 406070
Unit 20, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0DP
0.70 Miles
Royal Cars
01865 777333
Unit 20/Kings Meadow/Ferry Hinksey Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0DP
0.70 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Oxford Railway Station
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Jericho Street
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Park End Street
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Walton Street Post Office
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Wellington Square
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Gloucester Street
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Oxford Delivery Office
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Pusey Street
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Paradise Street
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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St Giles Post Office
Weekday Last Collection:18:30
Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Bridge Street
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Giles East
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Alexandra Road
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Observatory Street
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Banbury Road South
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Jericho Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Walton Street
Oxford
OX2 6NW
Jericho Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Walton Street
Oxford
OX2 6NW
Oxford Central Pcn Hub
01865 311234
Dr Leaver And Partners
Newradcliffe Hs,Walton St
Oxfordshire
OX2 6NW
Observatory Medical Practice
01865 429993
Jericho Health Centre
Walton Street
Oxford
OX2 6NW
Jericho Health Centre
01865 311234
Jericho Health Centre
Walton Street
Oxford
OX2 6NW
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Local Stores

Walton Street
42 Walton Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 6AD
01865 511884
Store Website
0.29 miles
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SPAR - Headington
10 - 12 Underhill Circus
Headington
Oxford
OX3 9LU
01865 763606
Store Website
3.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet North Oxford
67 Woodstock Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 6HJ
01865 554521
north.oxford@medivet.co.uk
Website
0.50 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Beaumont Veterinary Clinic
111 Botley Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 0LF
01865 243225
web.beaumont@cvsvets.com
Website
0.56 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Companion Care (Oxford) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home
Unit 2 Botley Road Retail Park
Botley Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 0HA
01865 249 190
oxford@companioncare.co.uk
Website
0.80 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Medivet Oxford Iffley Road - Iffley Vets
35 Iffley Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX4 1EA
01865 242600
oxford.iffley.rd@medivet.co.uk
Website
1.22 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Medivet Botley Cat Clinic
78A Westway
Botley
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 9JU
01865 243000
Botley.cat.clinic@medivet.co.uk
Website
1.39 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

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Herpvet Services
C/O Hilltop Vets
Hinksey Heights
Southern Bypass
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 5AB
beavs@herpvet.co.uk
Website
1.49 miles
Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

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
2.79 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.
Location
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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
3.62 miles

Location
what3words
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Kidlington Circular Walk
65 Church St
Kidlington
Lancashire
OX5 2BA
5.11 miles

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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
5.52 miles

Parking At St Lawrence Church In Toot Baldon, Found At The End Of The Lane Next To The Mole Inn Public House
Location
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Bernwood Forest
There Are 60 Miles Of Tracks Within This Reserve - Over Meadows And Through The Woodland
7.07 miles

Ox33 1Bj Map Ref: Sp 606 111
Location
what3words
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Hinton Waldrist Longworth Round Trip
Bridle Path And Villages. On Lead And Off Lead.
Church Ln
Longworth
Abingdon
OX13 5DY
8.76 miles

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