Welcome to Pishill Bank

Pishill Bank is a steep hill located in the Chiltern Hills of Oxfordshire, England. It is a popular destination for cyclists and motorists due to its challenging gradient and scenic views. The hill rises to a height of 244 meters and has an average gradient of 10%, with some sections reaching up to 20%. The road leading up to the summit is narrow and winding, making it a thrilling ride for those who enjoy a bit of adventure.

The summit of Pishill Bank offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby town of Henley-on-Thames. On a clear day, visitors can see as far as the Cotswolds and the Berkshire Downs. The hill is also home to a number of walking trails, which offer a more leisurely way to explore the area. The surrounding woodland is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and badgers.

Pishill Bank has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The hill was also an important site during the English Civil War, with a number of battles taking place in the surrounding area. Today, the hill is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Whether you're a cyclist, a walker, or simply looking for a scenic drive, Pishill Bank is well worth a visit.

Local Schools

School	Details
Nettlebed Community School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Bethany Greenwood	High Street Nettlebed Henley On Thames Oxfordshire RG9 5DA 01491641328 School Website
Ibstone C Of E Infant School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Long	Ibstone High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP14 3XZ 01491638281 School Website
Icknield Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Mat Hunter	Love Lane Watlington Oxfordshire OX49 5RB 1491612691 School Website
Watlington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Gemma Sterjo	Love Lane Watlington Oxfordshire OX49 5RB 1491612474 School Website
Cadmore End C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Groom	Cadmore End High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP14 3PE 01494881460 School Website
Frieth Church Of England Combined School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Martin Gosling	Frieth Henley On Thames Buckinghamshire RG9 6PR 01494881554 School Website
Stokenchurch Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Nick Stevens	George Road Stokenchurch High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP14 3RN 01494482112 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
Badgemore Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Tim Hoskins	Hop Gardens Henley On Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2HL 01491575665 School Website
Lewknor Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Cole	High Street Lewknor Watlington Oxfordshire OX49 5TH 01844351542 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Henley-On-Thames Station Approach, Off Station Road, Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 1AY 5.34 Miles

Shiplake Station Road, Lower Shiplake, Oxfordshire, RG9 3NY 7.09 Miles

Saunderton Slough Lane, Saunderton, Buckinghamshire, HP14 4LJ 7.49 Miles

Wargrave Station Road, Wargrave, Berkshire, RG10 8EU 8.04 Miles

Marlow Station Approach, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, SL7 1NT 8.40 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Academy Private Hire 01494 535600 Mill Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3TP 4.15 Miles
Henley Airport Services 01491 826161 Chiltern View, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 6QA 4.29 Miles
Harvard Cars 01494 482850 92 Slade Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3QB 4.37 Miles
Youngs Executive Services 01494 482834 116 Slade Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3QB 4.37 Miles
A1 Thunderbird 01494 482306 8 Springfield Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3QR 4.43 Miles
Adelphi Cars Henley On Thames 01491 577926 39 Swiss Farm, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2HX 4.55 Miles
Harris Taxis 01491 577036 1 Clements Rd, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2HJ 4.56 Miles
Thatches Cars 0800 019 6771 5 Fairmile, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2JR 4.58 Miles
Aa Henley Taxis 01491 575799 95 Crisp Road, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2EN 4.72 Miles
Adams Cars 01491 628888 Unit 9B, Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 5LA 4.86 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Rg9 Pishill Village Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rg9 Maidengrove Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rg9 Russells Water Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Rg9 Park Corner Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Nettlebed Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Wanbourne Lane Nettlebed Henley-On-Thames RG9 5AJ
Nettlebed Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Wanbourne Lane Nettlebed Henley-On-Thames RG9 5AJ
Henley Sonnet Pcn Hub 07778 375092	Wanbourne Lane Nettlebed Henley On Thames Oxfordshire RG9 5AJ
Nettlebed Surgery 01491 641204	The Surgery Wanbourne Lane, Nettlebed Henley-On-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 5AJ
Chalgrove & Watlington Surgeries 01491 612444	The Chiltern Surgery Hill Road Watlington Oxfordshire OX49 5AF

Local Stores

Watlington
50 Couching Street
Watlington
Oxfordshire
OX49 5PU
01491 612472
Store Website
3.53 miles

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SPAR - High Wycombe
504 WEST WYCOMBE ROAD
HIGH WYCOMBE
HP12 4AH
01494 532 545
Store Website
7.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Crossroads Veterinary Centre
36 Couching Street Watlington Oxfordshire OX49 5QQ 01491 612799 crossroadsvets@btconnect.com Website 3.52 miles
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Temple End Veterinary Surgery
Unit 8 Stokenchurch Business Park Stokenchurch Buckinghamshire HP14 3FE 4.27 miles

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Hall Place Veterinary Centre
1A Dodd'S Corner New Road Stokenchurch Buckinghamshire HP14 3RZ 01494 485855 hallplacevet@btconnect.com Website 4.68 miles

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Cm Equine Vets
3 - 4 Dodds Corner New Road Stokenchurch Buckinghamshire HP14 3RZ 01628 950700 enquiries@hallplaceequine.co.uk Website 4.68 miles
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Cherry Tree Veterinary Practice Ltd
Stone House High Street Lane End High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP14 3ER 01494 883 443 reception@cherrytreevets.com Website 5.29 miles
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East Lodge Stables
East Lodge Aston Rowant Road Aston Rowant Watlington Oxfordshire OX49 5SN 07836 505298 bob@bobbaskerville.co.uk 5.47 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Pullingshill Wood Walking The Trenches
Chalkpit Ln Marlow SL7 2JG 7.06 miles Bovingdon Green

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Hughenden Park And Manor
Valley Rd Lancashire 9.49 miles Hughenden

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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 9.55 miles

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Thames Walk At Cookham Moor
The Moor 9.70 miles

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Hazelmere Recreation Grounds
Hazelemere Recreation Ground Is Surrounded By Lots Of Fields And Woodland And No Main Roads Which Make It A Perfect Place To Let Dogs Off Lead To Exercise. Care Should Be Taken In August When The Farmer Is Harvesting Hay On The Combine Harvester And At Certain Times Of Year When Birds Are Nesting. Dogs Are Allowed On The Main Recreation Ground Which Is Perfect For Ball Throwing But It Is Recommended To Keep Dogs On Lead If Football Or Cricket Is Being Played. There Are Plenty Of Dog Poo Bins On The Parameter Of The Rec But Not In The Other Green Areas. A Circular Walk Around All The Fields Surrounding The Rec Can Take Between 1.5 To 2 Hours. 248 Amersham Rd Hazlemere 10.61 miles Off A404

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Sulham Woods
Sulham Hill Reading Lancashire RG8 8EE 10.68 miles

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