Banbury Walking and Cycling Guide
Discover the magic of the Rollright Stones
Banbury is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with miles of footpaths to follow. This area of Oxfordshire is very rural, and the town makes for a great base to enjoy a refreshing drink afterwards. Some of the sightseeing highlights include the Oxford Canal, Spiceball Country Park, and the River Cherwell. Or perhaps try to uncover the meaning of the mysterious Rollright Stones – these three prehistoric enigmas all date from a different century and nobody knows what they represent (yet).
Suggested Walks
Banbury Fringe Circular Walk – distance of up to 10 miles, but shorter routes are available
Cornwell and Chastleton – distance of up to 5 miles, Miles Without Stiles
Long Compton, Cherington and Weston Park – distance of up to 5 miles, Miles Without Stiles
Oxford Canal and Spiceball Park – distance of up to 1.5 miles, Accessible Walk
Rollright Stones – distance of up to 1 mile, Walks On Wheels / Accessible Walk
The Magic of the Rollright Stones – distance of up to 5.5 miles, Walks With Stiles
Suggested Cycle Routes
Ironstone Villages Ride – distance of up to 20 miles, on minor roads and surfaced tracks, Cherwell District Council