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Shotover Plain – Shotover Hill Summit loop from Horspath

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Shotover Plain – Shotover Hill Summit loop from Horspath

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Shotover Plain – Shotover Hill Summit loop from Horspath

01:23

5.05km

80m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

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Brasenose Wood and Shotover Hill

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135 m

Traditional Thatched Cottage

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679 m

Lower Close

Forest

2.18 km

Shotover Country Park is a beautiful greenspace to the east of Oxford; perfect for hiking and summer picnics. This area is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its important wildlife habitats, so follow any guidance you see on signs. Free to use, the plain and parkland are home to some incredible views of Oxford's many spires.

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3.38 km

Shotover Hill Summit

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A local Oxford favourite. Not far from the city and an easy ride out. Perfect for a quick loop from town if you're short on time.

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.44 km

1.35 km

670 m

551 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.92 km

1.06 km

730 m

667 m

555 m

112 m

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Sunday 12 July

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Shotover Plain – Shotover Hill Summit loop from Horspath

Traditional Thatched Cottage

Shotover Climb

Shotover Plain

Shotover Hill Summit

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