Shipton-on-Cherwell is a fine little village on the River Cherwell and the Oxford Canal. Its manor house was once the residence of artist William Turner, who went on to design the Church of the Holy Cross, the local parish church.

To the north of the village is what was once the largest limestone quarry in the country and is now a Site of Special Scientific Interest. This is due to the reptilian fossils found on the site, particularly that of ancient crocodilians.

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1. Hampton Gay Manor Ruins – Thrupp Community Forest loop from Kidlington

7.67km

01:57

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Hampton Gay Manor Ruins – Thrupp Community Forest loop from Oxford Airport

6.57km

01:40

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hampton Gay Manor Ruins – The Boat Inn loop from Kidlington

9.47km

02:25

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Shipton-On-Cherwell And Thrupp, Cherwell, Oxfordshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Oxford Canal at Shipton-on-Cherwell

1. Hampton Gay Manor Ruins – Thrupp Community Forest loop from Kidlington

2. Hampton Gay Manor Ruins – Thrupp Community Forest loop from Oxford Airport

3. Hampton Gay Manor Ruins – The Boat Inn loop from Kidlington

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