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Discover the Cotswolds: Best Things to Do Near Chipping Norton (2025 Guide)

Planning a trip to the Cotswolds and staying near Chipping Norton? You’re in the perfect spot. Surrounded by rolling hills, stone cottages, top-rated pubs, and independent farm shops, this guide covers the best villages, eateries, and experiences — all within easy reach of Chippy.

 

Beautiful Cotswold Villages Near Chipping Norton

1. Chipping Norton (Chippy)

A vibrant market town with indie shops, lively pubs, and a theatre.

• Don’t miss: Jaffé & Neale Bookshop Café, The Chequers, Chipping Norton Theatre
   

2. Great Tew (10 mins)

Storybook village with thatched cottages and a stylish gastropub.

• Visit: The Falkland Arms, Great Tew Estate walks
   

3. Churchill (5 mins)

Quiet, picturesque village with wide green spaces.

• Home to the Churchill Heritage Centre
   

4. Kingham (15 mins)

A foodie favourite with luxury stays and fine dining.

• Visit: The Wild Rabbit, Daylesford Organic, The Kingham Plough
   

5. Charlbury (20 mins)

A charming small town with walks, pubs, and a train station to London.

• Visit: Charlbury Deli, The Bull Inn
   

6. Stow-on-the-Wold (20 mins)

Bustling and historic market town with antique shops and tea rooms.

• Visit: Lucy’s Tearoom, Old Stocks Inn, St. Edward’s Church
   

 

Best Farm Shops & Foodie Finds Near Chipping Norton

1. Daylesford Organic (15 mins, Kingham)

One of the UK’s most luxurious farm shops, spa, and cookery school.

• Shop: organic produce, homeware, wine cellar

• Dine: The Trough Café and The Legbar
   

2. Diddly Squat Farm Shop (5 mins)

Made famous by Jeremy Clarkson’s Clarkson’s Farm series.

• Pick up: chilli chutneys, farm sausages, “Cow Juice” milk

• Eat at: Big View Café (seasonal)
   

3. Hook Norton Brewery (15 mins)

Historic working Victorian brewery with a visitor centre and shop.

• Try: Brewery tours, pub lunches at The Sun Inn
   

4. Bruern Farm Shop (15 mins)

Authentic local produce, seasonal veg, meat, and preserves.

• Quiet, rural setting near Kingham
   

 

Best Restaurants, Pubs & Cafés Near Chipping Norton

1. The Wild Rabbit – Kingham

A Michelin Green Star restaurant with modern British menus.
 

2. The Chequers – Chipping Norton

A smart gastropub with modern plates and cosy bar.
 

3. The Kingham Plough – Kingham

Classic country pub with refined dining and Sunday roasts.
 

4. The Fox – Oddington (20 mins)

Upscale pub with beautiful décor and Cotswold classics.
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5. The Bull Inn – Charlbury

Stylish inn with seasonal menus and elegant rooms.
 

6. The Royal Oak – Ramsden (15 mins)

Award-winning pub with countryside charm and local ale.
 

7. Quince and Clover – Great Tew

Modern café-deli with seasonal lunches and baked goods.
 

 

Outdoor Activities & Attractions Nearby

1. Rollright Stones (5 mins)

Ancient stone circle steeped in myth and mystery.
 

2. Blenheim Palace (25 mins)

World Heritage Site and birthplace of Winston Churchill.
 

3. Cotswold Distillery – Stourton (20 mins)

Tour and taste award-winning whisky and gin.
 

4. Fairytale Farm – Near Chipping Norton

Sensory and inclusive attraction great for young children.
 

5. Heythrop Zoological Gardens (Private – open seasonally)

Wildlife sanctuary for VIP experiences and events.
 

 

Best Walks Near Chipping Norton

• Foxholes Nature Reserve – Wildlife-rich ancient woodland

• Glyme Valley Walk – Peaceful countryside trail near Old Chalford

• D’Arcy Dalton Way – A long-distance route passing near Great Rollright

• Over Norton Circular – Gentle walk with rolling views and hidden paths

• Hook Norton to Swerford – Pub-to-pub walk through farmland and lanes

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 Where to Stay Near Chipping Norton

• The Wild Rabbit – Kingham (Luxury Inn)

• The Crown & Cushion Hotel – Chipping Norton (Central, budget-friendly)

• The Feathered Nest – Nether Westcote (Gourmet countryside retreat)

• Soho Farmhouse – Great Tew (Members only, ultra-luxury)

• Airbnbs in Churchill & Kingham for rural charm

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Planning Your Visit

Chipping Norton makes the perfect base for exploring West Oxfordshire and the Northern Cotswolds. Whether you’re here for walking, food, family fun, or countryside escapes, this vibrant corner offers the best of the Cotswolds — without the crowds.