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On the patronage of this church dedicated to "Saint LAWRENCE": He is one of the early Christian Roman martyrs from a time when Christianity was still strictly forbidden. He was archdeacon of Pope Sixtus II and after his execution was ordered by the pagan emperor Valerian to hand over the treasure of the church to him. Laurentius asked for three days to do this, distributed the church's assets among the poor inhabitants of Rome and, after the agreed time, came to the emperor with the poor to present them to him as the treasure of the church. He was then tortured to death. Legend has it that he was roasted alive on a grate - this attribute can be seen in many depictions of Saint Lawrence - over coals. He is said to have been in good spirits and asked his executioner if he would turn him over. The memorial day of Saint Lawrence in the calendar of saints is August 10, the recorded date of his execution in A.D. 258.

Lovely long flat stretch of running along the Shotover Plain, accompanied by soaring views across the Oxfordshire countryside.

A local Oxford favourite. Not far from the city and an easy ride out. Perfect for a quick loop from town if you're short on time.

Shotover Country Park is a beautiful greenspace to the east of Oxford; perfect for hiking and summer picnics. This area is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its important wildlife habitats, so follow any guidance you see on signs. Free to use, the plain and parkland are home to some incredible views of Oxford's many spires.

to pause for lunch

Either start at the top for a downhill to horspath or steep uphill and down towards Wheatley.

great little wood on the outskirts of oxford

nice wooded area with traditional british forestation.