English Heritage sites near Shipton-under-Wychwood Parish

Minster Lovell Hall and Dovecote

MINSTER LOVELL HALL AND DOVECOTE

4 miles from Shipton-under-Wychwood Parish

The extensive and picturesque ruins of a 15th century riverside manor house, including a fine hall, south-west tower, and complete dovecote nearby. The home of Richard III's henchman Lord Lovell.

North Leigh Roman Villa

NORTH LEIGH ROMAN VILLA

7 miles from Shipton-under-Wychwood Parish

The remains of a large, well built Roman courtyard villa. The most important feature is a nearly complete mosaic tile floor, patterned in reds and browns.

Rollright Stones

ROLLRIGHT STONES

9 miles from Shipton-under-Wychwood Parish

Traditionally a monarch and his courtiers petrified by a witch, the Rollright Stones consist of three groups: the King's Men stone circle; the Whispering Knights burial chamber; and the single King Stone. They span nearly 2,000 years of Neolithic and Bronze Age development.

Deddington Castle

DEDDINGTON CASTLE

15 miles from Shipton-under-Wychwood Parish

Extensive earthworks marking the site of an 11th century motte and bailey castle.

North Hinksey Conduit House

NORTH HINKSEY CONDUIT HOUSE

15 miles from Shipton-under-Wychwood Parish

Roofed conduit for Oxford's first water mains, constructed during the early 17th century.

Hailes Abbey

HAILES ABBEY

17 miles from Shipton-under-Wychwood Parish

Founded by the Earl of Cornwall in thanks for surviving a shipwreck. It housed a renowned relic, ‘the Holy Blood of Hailes’: allegedly a phial of Christ’s blood. Great picnic spot. Audio tours.


Churches in Shipton-under-Wychwood Parish

Shipton-under-Wychwood St Mary

Church Street Shipton-under-Wychwood Chipping Norton
01993 832467
https://wychwoodbenefice.org.uk/

Our beautiful and historic church is set amidst this picturesque Cotswold village. Our music is led by one of the finest choirs in the area accompanied by an excellent organ. We are a friendly family church and welcome visitors.


Pubs in Shipton-under-Wychwood Parish

Lamb Inn

High Street, Shipton-under-Wychwood, OX7 6DQ
(01993) 832116
thelambshipton.com/

Handily placed near the village cricket pitch and situated down a quiet lane the Lamb provides a welcome rural retreat. Greene King IPA and two rotating guests provide the ales in the stripped back wooden interior with racing memorabilia ad...
Shaven Crown

High Street, Shipton-under-Wychwood, OX7 6BA
(01993) 830330
theshavencrown.co.uk

One of the oldest inns in the county; refurbished in 2014. The bar is entranced via the 14th century gateway and historic hall area. Comfortable surroundings and a wonderful sun trap patio space await. Food served in the bar or in the r...
Wychwood Inn

High Street, Shipton-under-Wychwood, OX7 6BA
(01993) 831185
thewychwoodinn.com

Reopened in August 2013 after an extensive reurbishment as the Wychwood Inn, under the same ownership as the Lamb also in Shipton. Former coach entrance has been glazed and now operates as a gift shop, The Little Wychwood. Between 3 and 6...