Westcott Barton, Oxfordshire

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Westcott Barton is one of three Bartons in Oxfordshire. At the middle is Middle Barton with Westcott Barton lying at its west and Steeple Barton to its east. The village of Westcott lies on the River Dorn and is about seven miles east of Chipping Norton and around 9 ½ miles south of Banbury. The Cockley Brook, which is a tributary of the River Dorn, bounds the village to the north.

HISTORY

Westcott Barton started out as a small, secondary settlement of an earlier estate of Barton. It became a separate manor by 1066 but still remained smaller than neighbouring Steeple Barton. As such, it was known as Little Barton during the Middle Ages.

ATTRACTIONS

Westcott is a small village but it has some interesting attractions worth seeing. Also, there are wonderful sites located nearby which are definitely worth your time as well. If you decide to explore Westcott and its surroundings, it's best to book an accommodation so you have a place to rest after a long journey. In case you're planning a romantic getaway, don't forget to get your partner flowers in Westcott Barton to present to them. If you can't, another option would be to send flowers to Westcott Barton to your accommodation.

All that said, here's a look at the attractions located in and around Westcott:

St Edward's Parish Church – used to be dedicated to St Edmund the Martyr back in the 11th century. The shift was made in 1238. Today, the church is a Grade II listed structure.

Fox Inn – an 18th-century public house. Whether you want a quick drink or a meal, this is one of the places to be in Westcott. If you're bringing a date, don't forget to buy some Westcott Barton flowers to present to them – just for a surprise.

Nearby Attractions

Rousham House & Gardens – also known as Rousham Park, the estate features works by William Kent. Although open to the public, visiting the house requires appointment but the gardens are open each day. Events like weddings, as well as photo shoots and car club rallies can be held in the estate.

Deddington Castle – used to be a medieval fortification but the only remnants are the earthworks of the castle. The parish council manages the western bailey while the English Heritage manages the inner bailey.

Oxfordshire Museum – presents the story of Oxfordshire through exhibitions and galleries. It is situated in an 18th-century house and also has a coffee shop serving drinks, sandwiches and home-made cakes; a gift shop selling dinosaur toys, educational games, books, gifts and much more; a museum garden; and a dinosaur garden and interactive dinosaur gallery.

Blenheim Palace – built in the 18th century in celebration of victory over the French during the War of the Spanish Succession. The estate features a park inspired by Capability Brown, a site for picnics, areas for cycling and formal gardens.

Broughton Castle – a moated and fortified manor where BBC2's Wolf Hall series was shot. The estate also features a garden and can be booked for commercials and photo shoots.

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