Chadlington & Wychwoods

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Chadlington & the Wychwoods area in West Oxfordshire is a rural part of the Cotswolds, known for its rolling countryside and historic villages. The area includes Chadlington, Ascott-under-Wychwood, Shipton-under-Wychwood, and Milton-under-Wychwood, each with traditional stone cottages and parish churches. Farmland and woodland dominate the landscape, with the River Evenlode flowing through the region. The Wychwood Forest, once a royal hunting ground, gives the area its name.

Local life centres around village pubs, community events, and agricultural activities. The area is well-connected by roads, with Charlbury providing rail links to Oxford and London. Walking trails, including the Wychwood Way, attract visitors exploring the Cotswolds. The annual Wychwood Festival in Cheltenham draws music lovers, while nearby market towns like Chipping Norton offer additional amenities. The area maintains a quiet, rural character with a mix of working farms and residential properties.