Welcome to Wolvercote

Wolvercote is a picturesque village located in the north of Oxfordshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Thames and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Peter's Church and the Wolvercote Cemetery, which is the final resting place of many famous people, including J.R.R. Tolkien.

One of the main attractions of Wolvercote is its proximity to the Oxford Canal. The canal runs through the village and is a popular spot for boating and fishing. There are also several pubs and restaurants along the canal, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal or a drink. Wolvercote is also home to several parks and green spaces, including the Wolvercote Common, which is a popular spot for picnics and walks.

Wolvercote is a charming village that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its beautiful surroundings, historic buildings, and proximity to the Oxford Canal make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day out or a place to call home, Wolvercote has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

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Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 7.7°C

Wind: 11.9 MPH

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Local Schools

School Details
Wolvercote Primary School
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Wolvercote
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 8AQ
01865558301
School Website
D'overbroeck's
Other Independent School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Patrick Horne
333 Banbury Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 7PL
1865688600
School Website
Northern House Academy
Academy Special Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Headteacher Ricky Stevens
South Parade
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 7JN
1865557004
School Website
St Edward's School
Other Independent School
Ages:13-18
Head Teacher
Mr Alastair Chirnside
Woodstock Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 7NN
1865319323
School Website
Summer Fields School
Other Independent School
Ages:4-13
Head Teacher
Mr David Faber
Mayfield Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 7EN
1865454433
School Website
Cutteslowe Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Gillian Mcdermott
Wren Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 7SX
01865558944
School Website
St Philip And James Church Of England Aided Primary School Oxford
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Sarah Awuye
Navigation Way
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 6AB
01865311064
School Website
St Clare's, Oxford
Other Independent School
Ages:15-19
Head Teacher
Mr Duncan Reith
139 Banbury Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 7AL
1865552031
School Website
The Cherwell School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Chris Price
Marston Ferry Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 7EE
01865558719
School Website
St Aloysius Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Hannah Tebb
143 Woodstock Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 7PH
01865311056
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Oxford Parkway
Water Eaton Park &Amp;Amp; Ride, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8HA
1.53 Miles
Oxford
Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
2.30 Miles
Ascott-Under-Wychwood
Shipton Road, Ascott-Under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, OX3 5LP
3.62 Miles
Islip
Off Bletchingdon Road, Islip, Oxfordshire, OX5 2TQ
3.63 Miles
Hanborough
Station Road, Off Main Road, Long Hanborough, Oxfordshire, OX29 8LA
4.50 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Cliff Cars
01865 558960
49 Sunderland Avenue, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8DT
0.62 Miles
Airport Direct
07990 677508
Oxford Ox2 6Eh, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 6EH
1.84 Miles
Elite Fleet Cars
01865 691538
Oxford Road, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 1BX
2.18 Miles
Elite Fleet Cars
01865 691538
Woodstock Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3LD
2.19 Miles
Oxford Cabs T/A Regal Cars
01865 747425
19 Salford Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0RX
2.38 Miles
Oxford Cabs
01865 699003
19 Salford Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0RX
2.38 Miles
A1 Taxis
01865 771772
27 Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HU
2.40 Miles
Mj Taxis (Witney) Ltd
01993 800999
29 Elms Road, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 4DR
2.41 Miles
Solocar
0800 334 5684
Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HH
2.43 Miles
Elite Cars Oxford
01865 250500
St Giles Cafe Oxford, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
2.44 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Lower Wolvercote
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St Peters Road
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Five Mile Drive
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Davenant Road
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Sunderland Avenue
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Linkside Avenue
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Woodstock Road North
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Ox2 Blandford Avenue
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Davenant Road East
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Ridgemont Close
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Banbury Road North
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Harbord Road
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Jordan Hill
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South Parade Post Ofice
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Wolvercote Surgery
73 Godstow Road
Wolvercote
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 8PE
Cutteslowe Surgery
9 Kendall Crescent
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 8NE
Banbury Road Medical Centre
01865 515731
Banbury Road Medical Ctr.
172 Banbury Road
Oxford
OX2 7BT
Summertown Health Centre
01865 515552
Summertown Health Centre
160 Banbury Rd,Summertown
Oxford
OX2 7BS
Summertown Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Summertown Group Practice
160 Banbury Road
Oxford
OX2 7BS
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Local Stores

Walton Street
42 Walton Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 6AD
01865 511884
Store Website
2.02 miles
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SPAR - Eynsham
53-55 Spaceacre Lane
Eynsham
Witney
OX29 4NL
01865 708073
Store Website
3.7 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
1.92 miles
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Disabled public access

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

Disabled public access

Client car park

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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
2.23 miles
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Open at weekends

Client car park

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

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

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Beaumont Veterinary Clinic
172 Oxford Road
Kidlington
Oxfordshire
OX5 1EA
01865 373397
web.beaumont@cvsvets.com
Website
2.31 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Cats

Dogs

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Medivet Kidlington
1 Lyne Road
Kidlington
Oxfordshire
OX5 1AE
01865 372899
kidlington@medivet.co.uk
Website
2.68 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Kidlington Circular Walk
65 Church St
Kidlington
Lancashire
OX5 2BA
3.19 miles

Location
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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
4.88 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
5.12 miles

Location
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Bernwood Forest
There Are 60 Miles Of Tracks Within This Reserve - Over Meadows And Through The Woodland
7.41 miles

Ox33 1Bj Map Ref: Sp 606 111
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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
7.59 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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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
8.38 miles

Avenue 2 Station Lane Witney
Location
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