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Wheatley is a village and civil parish in South Oxfordshire, England, about 5 miles (8 km) east of Oxford. The parish includes the hamlet of Littleworth, which is west of Wheatley. Archaeology. There was a Roman villa on Castle Hill, about 1 mile (1.6 km) southeast of the parish church.
- A Brief History of Wheatley, Oxfordshire
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There’s a record of human settlement in the area since as early as the 1st Century. A Roman Villa was excavated in the 19th-century around a mile from the main church. And nearby, several Roman shards of pottery and coins have since been found. In a similar fashion, in 1883, a Saxon Cemetery was discovered. Centuries later, during the Middle Ages, ...
Wheatley Windmill
Situated on a hill overlooking the rest of the village, Wheatley Windmill is a rare survivor of times gone by. The windmill is one of two mills to the South-East of the Village. The first windmill, that of the Post Mill, burned down in 1875. The other mill, also known as Littleworth Mill finds its roots in the 17th-century. Recently restored by the Wheatley Windmill Restoration Society, it’s now possible to visit the historic landmark of Littleworth for free. However, as the windmill is only...
Wheatley Lock-Up
In the very heart of town, just a few hundred metres away from the Parish Church, the conically shaped building of Wheatley Lock-Up is a rather strange sight to see. Situated right in front of a play park and rather incorrectly, but admittedly humorously, listed on online maps as a ‘budget place to stay,’ (during our visit in 2019) the Lock-Up was built in 1834. Over eight feet in height, about six feet in floor space and with one solid wooden door (with a rather large padlock on it), the loc...
Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin
Best seen in the autumn so as to enjoy the best of the fall foliage surrounding the ecclesiastical building, the church was constructed in the 18th-century. However, the Bishop of Oxford, Samuel Wilberforce, disliked the church so much, that he had it rebuilt in the 19th-century. Today, the church is beautiful to see all year ’round and was even where British Prime Minister, Theresa May was married.
Due to its position to the East of Oxford, Wheatley is a great base from which to explore the wider Oxfordshire area, as well as the city of Oxford itself. So whether you want to see some art, soak up some history, or enjoy the British foodie scene, here’s the best of attractions close to Wheatley, Oxfordshire.
Nestled in the heart of Oxfordshire, this picturesque village offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. From delightful local shops and cozy cafes to scenic trails and cultural attractions, Wheatley has something to captivate every visitor.
- Lilacwheaty. Nottingham, UK 854 contributions. Extensive gardens of variety and colour. We came for the well known gardens and we really enjoyed seeing these, lots of colour and variety, well laid out areas, and a little bit of history about the origins.
- Katy B. Abingdon, UK1 contribution. Fantastic Experience and a Wonderful Enterprise. Clive is an absolute legend. The birds are beautiful and Clive clearly adores his animals.
- GlobetrottingViking. Thatcham, UK2,735 contributions. Nice but mostly inaccessible. This windmill is beautifully built and beautifully located. But it is a shame that it is open only on very few days of the year.
- Nigel S. Lightwater, UK5,233 contributions. Old church. This was a must do after we visited Waterperry gardens as I knew from my parents work, that I had family buried here from last century.
This website contains information, photographs, maps and artefacts relating to the history of the village, its schools and churches, Wheatley people, their family trees, trades and occupations, and Wheatley events.
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Wheatley is a village and civil parish in South Oxfordshire, England, about 5 miles east of Oxford. Wheatley has about 5,570 residents.
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