Oxfordshire Walks
Set in the peaceful Oxfordshire countryside, these walks around Cottisford offer a delightful mix of woodland, parkland, and charming village scenery.
Whether you’re after a short family-friendly stroll or a longer countryside adventure, the walks take you through the lovely Shelswell Woods, across open parkland, and into the surrounding rural landscape.
Along the way, you can explore picturesque villages, wander through the elegant grounds of Tusmore Park, and even discover its striking obelisk.
With a choice of routes to suit different moods and energy levels, these walks provide a relaxing and varied way to enjoy this quiet corner of the county.
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Walk information
This is a wonderful short family-friendly circular walk that enjoys a stretch of walking through Shelswell woods and then a walk through the pretty Shelswell Park.
Based on 5 user ratings
A well-liked walk
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First-hand experiences
Lovely walk through the woods and then onto a parkland. Sheep were in the park where dogs must be kept on leads!
Walk information
This alternative route from this starting spot heads west through the village of Cottisford and then takes you on a loop around the pretty park land of Tusmore Park.
It will also visit the delightful Obelisk when you get to the park.
Based on 2 user ratings
An outstanding walk
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First-hand experiences
Best walk ive done in a long time. Great for dog off the lead and not a person in sight
Lovely walk. Great length with the kids. My 4 year old just about managed to walk all of it. A bit muddy in places and a few sheep in the distance. We couldnt park at the start but theres plenty of side of the road parking on the other side of the village near the path.
Walk information
This is an epic adventure around the delightful countryside that you'll find around Cottisford.
The walk visits the Shelswell Woods, takes you through Shelswell park, visits the villages of Hethe and Hardwick and finally enjoys the wonderful parklands and obelisk of Tusmore Park.
Based on 4 user ratings
A very popular walk
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First-hand experiences
A nice long, flat walk. Some high stiles. Parking limited, better at Fringford down the road.
Lovely scenic walk
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