Rural living with a rich military history
explore the area
enjoy charming village life
Carterton provides a harmonious balance between modern living and rural tranquility, making it an attractive option for those seeking a supportive community and a high quality of life in Oxfordshire.
As the town closest to RAF Brize Norton, Carterton offers convenient living options for military personnel and their families, with the base contributing to local employment opportunities.
Community, convenience and Local Delights
This idyllic village with its classic Cotswold-style stone buildings has a friendly atmosphere and offers a variety of provisions including a convenience store, post office, pre-school and primary school that prides itself on being a small school with a big heart.
Play, Cheer & Unwind
The recreation ground is home to both football and cricket players alike with Elderbank Village Hall and Sports Pavilion sitting on its periphery. Here you’ll find the Humble Bumble Café ready with hot drinks and snacks for all those watching on the sidelines and the sports bar ready to celebrate, or commiserate, post-match.
The village also supports two local pubs, The Chequers and The Mason Arms, with home cooked food and local ale on the menu.
Nature, Serenity & a Taste of the Cotswolds
Just a five minute drive or a 20 minute walk from Norton Grove is Kilkenny Lane Country Park – a scenic and serene park open year round with free entry. This expansive green space offers a natural retreat for visitors of all ages, with features designed to enhance outdoor experience. Kilkenny Lane Country Park is a tranquil spot that combines recreational activities with a deep connection to nature, making it a cherished location for the local community and visitors seeking a peaceful escape.
And if you’re a fan and want to sample some local honey or beer, Jeremy Clarkson’s farm, officially known as Diddly Squat Farm, is located just 30 minutes drive from Norton Grove.
Convenient Connectivity
Transport links are in abundance. The closest bus stop is just a couple of minutes walk from your door at Norton Grove, with a variety of direct local routes on offer to get you to nearby towns such as Witney or as far as Headington for any students travelling to lectures at Oxford Brookes University. And, with excellent transport links to Oxford, Swindon, and London, you can enjoy rural tranquility while staying connected to vibrant city life.
There’s also a special home game bus service, the OX3, for supporters of Oxford United Football Club.
Norton Grove is well placed to access a brilliant network of roads such as the A40 for Oxford, or the A420 towards Swindon. For the daily commuters, the nearby village of Shipton-under-Wychwood is your nearest train link to Oxford, whilst Hanborough Railway Station just a little further up the road also gives you direct train travel into London in just over an hour, as well as local services.
Vibrant Community Living
Carterton is a bustling community with a lively centre packed full of modern amenities such as shops, bars and restaurants as well as further primary school options and a secondary community college. Carterton Primary School and Carterton Community College are both conveniently located less than half a mile from Norton Grove.
This welcoming community is proud of its close relationship with adjoining RAF Brize Norton and also boasts a popular Leisure Centre complete with a wide range of facilities and activities to suit the whole family.
Whether you’re dreaming of your first home or seeking a safe, nurturing environment for your family, this vibrant town is ready to welcome you.
scenic trails to explore
Lying on the edge of the Thames Valley and close to the Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you’re well placed to access a variety of walking and cycling routes when looking for your next adventure.
Exciting Wildlife Adventures
Looking for a day out? Look no further than Crocodiles of the World in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside. A fun, safe environment to come face-to-face with a variety of crocodile breeds. From the largest of alligators to the tiniest of crocs, rare and critically endangered species are expertly cared for at Crocodiles of the World and it guarantees to be a memorable visit.
Or if animals are your thing but you prefer them with less teeth, then the Cotswold Wildlife Park is a slightly tamer attraction but still promises you a walk on the wild side with lions, giraffes and rhinos calling this slice of the English countryside home.
EXPLORE OXFORD
The historic city of Oxford sits right on your doorstep, just 40 minutes away from Norton Grove.
A cosmopolitan city known for its university and ancient architecture, attracting tourists from all over the world, it is regularly host to festivals and events. The cobbled streets that wind through the city’s oldest buildings intermingle with the more modern sections of the city where lively bars and restaurants wait to tempt you and quirky independent stores stand shoulder to shoulder with high street giants.
A hub of culture and arts, Oxford is home to a number of galleries, theatres and museums such as the Ashmolean Museum and Museum of Natural History. With so much to see and do tours of this great city are popular, by foot, open top bus or boat, you’ll find something to suit everyone.
drive times
FROM NORTON GROVE
WITNEY
14 mins
BURFORD
8 mins
A40
6 mins
SWINDON
40 mins
Oxford
40 mins
FAIRFORD
22 mins