Welcome to Shillingford

Shillingford is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Thames and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable landmarks in Shillingford is the 13th-century St. Helen's Church, which is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Shillingford is also known for its outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are many walking and cycling trails to explore. The River Thames also offers opportunities for boating and fishing, and there are several local companies that offer boat rentals and guided tours. For those who prefer indoor activities, there are several local pubs and restaurants that offer traditional English cuisine and a warm welcome.

Overall, Shillingford is a charming village that offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and outdoor activities. Whether you are interested in exploring the village's historic landmarks, enjoying the countryside, or simply relaxing in a local pub, there is something for everyone in Shillingford.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Laurence Church Of England School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicole Cooper	16 Thame Road St Laurence School Warborough Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 7DX 1865858270 School Website
Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Sue Potts	Greenmere Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 0QH 1491837024 School Website
Benson Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Crolla	Oxford Road Benson Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 6LX 1491202502 School Website
Dorchester St Birinus Church Of England School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Joanna Staples	Queen Street Dorchester Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 7HR 01865340081 School Website
St Nicholas' Church Of England Infants' School And Nursery Class, Wallingford Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Miss Amy King	St Nicholas Road Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 8HX 1491836408 School Website
Wallingford School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr John Marston	St George's Road Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 8HH 01491837115 School Website
Fir Tree Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Ms Nilofer Khan	Radnor Road Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 0NY 1491836341 School Website
St Johns Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Nicola Hughes	St John's Road Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 9AG 01491837305 School Website
Abbey Woods Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Sophie Charter	Wimblestraw Road Berinsfield Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 7LZ 01865340420 School Website
Crowmarsh Gifford Church Of England School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Vania Eaglen	Old Reading Road Crowmarsh Gifford Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 8EN 01491836785 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Cholsey Railway Approach, Cholsey, Oxfordshire, OX10 9QD 4.17 Miles

Culham Station Road, Culham, Oxfordshire, OX14 3BT 4.36 Miles

Appleford Main Road, Appleford, Oxfordshire, OX14 4PJ 4.42 Miles

Didcot Parkway Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NR 4.50 Miles

Radley Foxborough Road, Radley, Oxfordshire, OX14 3AB 5.89 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Benson Cars 01491 825121 34A Old London Road, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 6RR 1.73 Miles
Hills Taxis 01491 837022 Ayres Yard/Station Rd, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0JZ 2.00 Miles
Courtesy Cars Oxford 01865 343575 Dorchester House, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 7LZ 2.59 Miles
Tc.Private Hire 07894 957268 25 Westfield Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4RF 3.11 Miles
Executive Cars Oxford 07894 957268 25 Westfield Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4RF 3.11 Miles
Say Cars 01491 835555 Atlanta House, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 6PL 3.21 Miles
Clifton Cars 01865 407076 Bridge House Caravan Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3EH 3.33 Miles
Apple Cabs 07809 363681 11 Sovereign Cl, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 8TR 4.20 Miles
Rabbits Vehicle Hire (Didcot) Ltd 01235 511889 Unit 4 Building A, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 8ET 4.21 Miles
Go Green Taxis Ltd 01235 811100 86 Brunstock Beck, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7YG 4.24 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Shillingford Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Orchard Close Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shillingford Bridge Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Warborough Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Caravan Park Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meadside Dot Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North End Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Greenmere Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridge End Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Slade End Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street Dorchester On Thames Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wantage Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Moat Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Porthill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brightwell Street/West End Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Mill Stream Surgery 01491 838286	Mill Stream Surgery Mill Stream, Benson Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 6RL
Wallingford Medical Practice 01491 835577	Wallingford Med Practice Reading Road Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 9DU
Wallingford & Surrounds Pcn Hub 01491 835577	Wallingford Med Prac Reading Road Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 9DU
Wallingford Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Reading Road Wallingford OX10 9DU
Wallingford Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Reading Road Wallingford OX10 9DU

Local Stores

Dorchester
43-45 High Street
Dorchester On Thames
Wallingford
Oxfordshire
OX10 7HN
01865 340038
Store Website
1.47 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Abivale Veterinary Group
Dovecourt Veterinary Group 16 Queens Avenue Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 0ND 01491 839043 abivale@abivale.com Website 1.60 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Larkmead Veterinary Group Ltd
34A Old London Road Benson Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 6RR 01491 651379 info@larkmead.co.uk 1.79 miles

Animals Treated
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Abivale Veterinary Group
Hadden Hill Veterinary Surgery Wallingford Road North Moreton Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 9BJ 01235 511553 abivale@abivale.com Website 3.05 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Closed for lunch 13.00-14.00
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Closed for lunch 13.00-14.00
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Closed for lunch 13.00-14.00
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Closed for lunch 13.00-14.00
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Closed for lunch 13.00-14.00
Sat	10:00	16:30
Closed for lunch 13.00-14.00
Sun	closed	closed

Larkmead Veterinary Group Ltd
Ilges Lane Cholsey Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 9PA 01491 651379 info@larkmead.co.uk Website 3.84 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sun	closed	closed

Larkmead Veterinary Group Ltd
Larkmead Veterinary Group 111-113 Park Road Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 8QT 01235 814991 info@larkmead.co.uk Website 5.30 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sun	09:30	16:00

Larkmead Veterinary Group
138 Greenwood Way Harwell Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 6GD 01235 814991 info@larkmead.co.uk Website 5.79 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

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 1.52 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 5.00 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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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 7.81 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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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 8.48 miles

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East Isley
2 Abingdon Rd East Ilsley Newbury RG20 7LQ 9.53 miles East Ilsley Ridgeway , Rg20 7Lp

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East Hendred
Part Of The National Trail, The Ridgeway Provides Doggy Safe Walkies Ridgeway Lancashire 9.81 miles

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