Kidlington Oxfordshire Map

About Kidlington

Kidlington unfolds with a gentle grace upon the Oxfordshire plain, a place shaped by the agricultural bounty of its surrounding fields and the quiet industry that has sustained it. It lies 5.4 km east-south-east of Woodstock (from Woodstock: bearing 123°T, OS grid SP 491 139), and is situated north-east of Yarnton village. For centuries, its economy has been tethered to the fertile earth, the scent of turned soil and ripening grain a familiar presence in the air, and this connection has fostered a spirit of self-reliance and community. The modest rise and fall of the land, ever so subtle, allows the sky to dominate, a vast canvas where clouds drift like ships upon an ocean of blue. The cultural character of Kidlington is one of quiet resilience and understated charm, its rhythms marked by the ebb and flow of daily life rather than grand pronouncements. The parish church of St. Mary the Virgin, with its ancient stones and soaring spire, stands as a silent witness to generations, its venerable presence a beacon in the heart of Kidlington. While not boasting the grand edifices of larger cities, the town possesses a distinct character, evident in the warm brickwork of its homes and the lively hum of its weekly market, where the colours and scents of produce mingle with the friendly chatter of neighbours. It is a place where the past is not a burden but a gentle undercurrent, shaping the present with a subtle but enduring influence.

About This Kidlington Map Page

Explore Kidlington, Oxfordshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.821724, -1.288494. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.