Heyford Bridleway – Lower Heyford Village loop from Upper Heyford

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Heyford Bridleway – Lower Heyford Village loop from Upper Heyford

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Heyford Bridleway – Lower Heyford Village loop from Upper Heyford

01:42

24.1km

170m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

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1.14 km

Heyford Bridleway

Highlight • Trail

The old bridle way which was extremely overgrown has now been completely re-done the full length right from Heyford to village farm

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4.25 km

Lower Heyford Village

Highlight • Cafe

Nestled in the Cherwell Valley with both the river, the Oxford Canal and the railway passing by, Lower Heyford is an easily accessible yet delightful little village. Expect lush pastures …

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7.72 km

Oxford Canal Towpath Between Tackley and Lower Heyford

Highlight • Bridge

After Tackley and Kirtlington, there is a 3-mile (4.8 km) stretch of the Oxford Canal with no settlements until you reach the Heyfords. The walk along the towpath here is …

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10.9 km

Wild Swimming Spot on the River Cherwell

Highlight • River

A good spot for a bit of wild swimming. This section of the River Cherwell, just off the canal, is very calm and private. Great to cool off on those …

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18.3 km

Rousham House and Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Stunning country house by the river Cherwell.
Magnificent specimine trees and rare breed cattle

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18.6 km

Kent's Cow Castle

Highlight • Monument

Built in the late 1730s it is a significant and very early example of a ferme ornee and these days still serves as a shelter for a herd of rare …

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19.7 km

Heyford Station Canal Moorings

Highlight • Structure

Mooring for barges next to the station

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19.7 km

Heyford Train Station

Highlight • Parking

Free parking is provided at Heyford Train Station for rail users only. However there are several, marked parking bays outside the boundary fence on what I took to be a …

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