Cottisford, a region in the serene Oxfordshire countryside, presents a tranquil rural English setting ideal for a variety of outdoor pursuits. The landscape features rolling arable land, distinct field patterns, and managed woodlands, creating varied terrain and scenic backdrops for activities. With its generally gentle topography, Cottisford is well-suited for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Cottisford offers more than 20 routes across several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring…
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4.7
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25
hikers
8.69km
02:13
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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13
hikers
5.62km
01:27
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
5.85km
01:31
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
hikers
9.04km
02:19
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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38
riders
30.6km
01:24
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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32
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15.9km
00:50
70m
70m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

29
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28.4km
01:21
120m
120m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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22
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34.4km
01:40
190m
190m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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9
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21.6km
01:21
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
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32.3km
01:55
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
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34.3km
02:25
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
riders
26.4km
01:34
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
runners
7.09km
00:45
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
9.37km
00:59
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
17.4km
01:48
70m
70m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
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24.7km
01:45
90m
90m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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7
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.6km
02:51
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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7
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34.4km
02:10
160m
160m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
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61.6km
03:51
360m
360m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
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42.1km
02:46
260m
260m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
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9.64km
00:37
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Cottisford offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features rolling arable land, managed woodlands, and hedgerows. There are more than 20 routes available on komoot, with an average rating of 4.49 stars.
Cottisford provides a network of hiking routes through quiet farmland, hedgerows, and woodlands. A popular option is a 5.4-mile (8.7 km) circular trail via Tusmore House, which includes historical points. Another notable route is a 3.6-mile (5.8 km) loop through the Oxfordshire countryside. More options can be found in the guide Hiking around Cottisford.
Yes, Cottisford offers routes suitable for all skill levels, including easy strolls. The topography around the village is generally gentle, making many routes accessible. Specific easy options are detailed in the guide Easy hikes around Cottisford.
Cottisford is well-suited for both road cycling and touring cycling, with quiet country roads and scenic landscapes. Cyclists can explore routes traversing the serene Oxfordshire countryside. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Cottisford and Cycling around Cottisford provide detailed information.
Yes, Cottisford offers options for both mountain biking and gravel biking. The varied terrain of rolling arable land and woodlands provides suitable paths. Specific trails are outlined in guides such as MTB Trails around Cottisford and Gravel biking around Cottisford.
Cottisford provides routes suitable for jogging and running through its rural landscape. These trails often follow quiet farmland, hedgerows, and woodlands. Information on specific running paths can be found in the guide Running Trails around Cottisford.
The Cottisford region is characterized by rolling arable land, strong field patterns, and managed woodlands. Cottisford Pond is a significant natural feature within the village's conservation area. The area also includes diverse wildlife habitats, such as wet willow woodland, which supports a range of insects.
Cottisford has historical significance, notably as the 'Fordlow' of Flora Thompson's 'Lark Rise to Candleford' trilogy. Visitors can explore St. Mary the Virgin Church, which has suggested Saxon origins, and Cottisford House, with parts dating back to at least the 13th century. Nearby Stowe Landscape Gardens also feature historical architectural monuments.
There are 21 routes available in Cottisford across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by more than 13,000 visitors. The average rating for these routes is 4.49 out of 5 stars, based on over 800 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Cottisford covering different activities. These include guides for hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. All available guides can be accessed through the Cottisford region page on komoot.
Information for the Cottisford Parish Council can be found via the Cherwell District Council website. The contact number for the Cottisford Parish Council is +447961828571. This number belongs to the Secretary, Sandra Bickmore.

