Welcome to West Ginge

West Ginge is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. The village is situated on the edge of the Berkshire Downs, which provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is home to a small community of around 200 people, who enjoy a peaceful and tranquil way of life. The village is surrounded by fields and woodland, which makes it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

One of the most notable features of West Ginge is its historic church, St. Bartholomew's. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. The church is a popular destination for visitors to the village, who come to admire its beautiful architecture and learn about its rich history. The church is also home to a number of interesting artifacts, including a 14th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit.

West Ginge is also home to a number of small businesses, including a village shop and a pub. The pub, The Fox and Hounds, is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. The pub serves a range of traditional pub food and local ales, and is a great place to relax and unwind after a long day exploring the surrounding countryside. Overall, West Ginge is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and idyllic way of life.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 7.8°C

Wind: 11.6 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School Details
The Hendreds Church Of England School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Lisa Rees
Ford Lane
East Hendred
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 8JX
01235833379
School Website
St Amands Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Helen Ellery
St Mary's Road
East Hendred
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 8LF
01235833342
School Website
Wantage Primary Academy
Free Schools
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Ms Leah Basilone (Nee Perring)
Rutherford Road
Wantage Primary Academy
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7GQ
1235634980
School Website
Charlton Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Steven Rose
Charlton Village Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7HG
01235762861
School Website
Chilton County Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rebecca Vousden
Downside
Chilton
Didcot
Oxfordshire
OX11 0PQ
01235834263
School Website
Wantage Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Andrew Browne
Newbury Street
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 8DJ
01235762396
School Website
Huckleberry Therapeutic School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Louisa Skinner
Manor Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 8NE
1235639511
School Website
King Alfreds
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Jonathan Smart
Portway
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9BY
01235225700
School Website
Harwell Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Bryn Gibson
The Styles
Harwell
Didcot
Oxfordshire
OX11 0LH
01235835337
School Website
Fitzwaryn School
Academy Special Converter
Ages:3-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Stephanie Coneboy
Denchworth Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9ET
01235764504
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Didcot Parkway
Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NR
5.60 Miles
Appleford
Main Road, Appleford, Oxfordshire, OX14 4PJ
6.08 Miles
Culham
Station Road, Culham, Oxfordshire, OX14 3BT
7.51 Miles
Cholsey
Railway Approach, Cholsey, Oxfordshire, OX10 9QD
8.82 Miles
Radley
Foxborough Road, Radley, Oxfordshire, OX14 3AB
8.90 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
1St Class Travel Of Oxfordshire
01235 771154
34 Kingfishers, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7JN
3.36 Miles
Stuarts Taxis
01235 770608
Aber Clare/Naldertown, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9EB
3.38 Miles
Grove Cabs
01235 772200
30 Bosley's Orchard, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7JP
3.40 Miles
Brides Travel
01235 831251
24 Hanney Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX13 6AL
3.70 Miles
Bonny's Taxis
01235 772229
29 Hedge Hill Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9SD
4.11 Miles
Cab Co
01235 772424
Boston House/Grove Technology Park/Downsview Rd, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9FF
4.13 Miles
H K Taxi Services
01235 847770
90A Milton Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4BT
4.90 Miles
Kens Taxis
01235 554444
8 Crabtree Lane, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4HS
5.28 Miles
Aj Taxis
07799 676778
23 Newlands Av, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 8PZ
5.28 Miles
Loder Taxis
01235 814679
60 Haydon Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7JR
5.43 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ox12 Ginge
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Goldberry Cottages
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Ox12 Ardington High Street
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Ox12 East Lockinge
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Ox12 West Hendred Box A
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Ox12 Church Street
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Ox12 Cat Street
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox12 East Hendred Po Box
Weekday Last Collection:16:15
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Ox12 White Road
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ox12 Ardington Wick
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Icknield Way Post Office
Weekday Last Collection:16:30
Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Ox12 Palmers Estate
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Ox12 Springfield Road
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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North Drive
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Southend Icknield Way
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Wantage Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
The Health Centre
Mably Way
Wantage
OX12 9BN
Wantage Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
The Health Centre
Mably Way
Wantage
OX12 9BN
Wantage Pcn Hub
01235 639521
Newbury Street Practice
The Health Centre
Mably Way, Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9BN
Newbury Street Practice
01235 763451
Newbury Street Practice
The Health Ctr, Mably Way
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9BN
Church Street Practice
01235 770245
Church Street Practice
The Hlth Ctr,Mably Way
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9BN
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Local Stores

Grove
Unit 1 Savile Way
Saville Way
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 0PT
01235 760194
Store Website
3.63 miles
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Spar - Wantage
18 Wallingford Street
Wantage
Oxon
OX12 8AX
01235 763134
Store Website
2.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Cw Farm Vets
Unit 7
Elms Farm Business Park
Grove Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7PD
07392 720308
office@cwfarmvets.co.uk
Website
2.99 miles
Animals Treated
Cattle

Pigs

Poultry

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Medivet Wantage - Danetree Veterinary Surgeons
Elms Farmhouse
Grove Road
Grove
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7PD
01235 770227
wantage@medivet.co.uk
Website
2.99 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Abivale Veterinary Group
Belmont Veterinary Surgery
Belmont
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9AS
01235 770333
abivale@abivale.com
Website
3.12 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Closed for lunch 12.30-13.45
Fri08:3019:00
Sat10:0013:00
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The Brook Veterinary Surgery
Station Approach
Steventon
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX13 6RU
01235 831800
reception@brookvets.co.uk
Website
3.56 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Larkmead Veterinary Group
138 Greenwood Way
Harwell
Didcot
Oxfordshire
OX11 6GD
01235 814991
info@larkmead.co.uk
Website
4.33 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Larkmead Veterinary Group Ltd
Larkmead Veterinary Group
111-113 Park Road
Didcot
Oxfordshire
OX11 8QT
01235 814991
info@larkmead.co.uk
Website
4.79 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

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

Location
what3words
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Ridgeway Circular
Walk From Letcombe Regis To Letcombe Basset And Back.
Letcombe Regis
Lancashire
3.90 miles

Location
what3words
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East Isley
2 Abingdon Rd
East Ilsley
Newbury
RG20 7LQ
4.54 miles

East Ilsley Ridgeway , Rg20 7Lp
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
8.70 miles

Park Up Outside The Church And Then Walk Through The Bridle Path To Hinton Waldrist.
Location
what3words
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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
9.58 miles

Location
what3words
essential.gushes.compounds
Snelsmore Common
Great Country Walk With Pathed Areas And A Good Wide Track Within Lots Of The Walks. The Common Has A Good Choice Of Different Walks For Repeat Visits And Is Quite Flat Although There Are More Wooded Area's For Exploring
Arlington Manor
Snelsmore Common
Newbury
RG14 3BQ
9.77 miles

Head Towards Newbury And The Park Is Opposite Mary Hare School
Location
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Weather Forecast

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