Parish in South Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.523, -1.12 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 61 80 |
| Population: | 4,079 |
The village and civil parish of Goring-on-Thames sits on the banks of the River Thames in South Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire, England. It occupies the foot of the chalk escarpment of the Chiltern Hills where the river passes through the scenic Goring Gap, giving attractive riverside views and popular walking routes. The parish is linked to neighbouring Streatley by a bridge and has a railway station with regular services to nearby towns and into London, which helps make it a favoured commuter base.
Historically a riverside community, the parish retains a mix of historic buildings, a parish church, independent shops, pubs and boating facilities; tourism, leisure and local services sit alongside small-scale farming in the local economy. The Thames, local footpaths and village events such as regattas and fairs contribute to an active community atmosphere that attracts day visitors and residents seeking a rural riverside lifestyle within easy reach of larger centres.
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