The history and heritage of Oxfordshire

Follow our guide through the north of the county.

Oxfordshire is a place steeped in history and heritage.

Established almost 150 years ago, John D. Wood & Co have been selling houses and flats in Oxford since 1989 and was one of the first property agencies to arrive in Summertown.

Here is our guide to the history and heritage of North Oxfordshire. 

Bletchley Park

As the 18th Century saw the beginnings of the Agricultural and Industrial Revolution, a new middle class arose, and areas such as London began expanding rapidly with Georgian style homes.

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Banbury

From Bletchley, head to Banbury, a historic market town nestled in the gentle rolling hills of North Oxfordshire. Take a guided tour of Tooley's Boatyard which dates from 1788. There are inviting cafes and pubs in Banbury's Old Town, including the 16th Century Ye Olde Reindeer Inn.

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Woodstock

After an afternoon of exploring Banbury, make your way to Woodstock. A picturesque Georgian town located on the edge of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds. With streets of attractive honey stone buildings, Woodstock is a great place to base yourself. Pop into its sweet bookshops and cafes, or learn more about Oxfordshire's heritage at the Oxfordshire Museum in the centre of Woodstock.

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Oxford

Travel to Oxford to experience the heritage of this great seat of learning. Whilst you are exploring the heart of Oxfordshire, dont miss the incredible museums. Choose from the Ashmolean museum, Britain's first public museum and home to world-famous artefacts and collections or the University of Oxford's quirky museum of anthropology and world archeology.

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Abingdon

Make the most of your day by heading straight out of Oxford to Abingdon, a quaint, bustling market town by the River Thames. Steeped in history and dating back to the Saxon era, Abingdon boasts a wealth of architecture, historical treasures and beautiful walks by the River Thames.

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Wantage

Drive east to Wantage and discover an attractive town in the picturesque Vale of White Horse. It is most famous as the birthplace of Alfred the Great. A statue of King Alfred, looking suitably regal, stands in the busy market place. The history of Wantage goes back long before the Saxon period, the chalk hills of the Vale are dotted with pre-historic remains.

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