Woodstock

Woodstock is a compact historic market town in the district of West Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire, England, sitting on the banks of the River Glyme and on the edge of the Cotswolds AONB. It is best known for the nearby Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the birthplace of Winston Churchill, which shapes much of the town’s character and draws steady tourism. The high street mixes independent shops, antiques dealers and cafés, while local events and the palace’s programme bring a steady stream of visitors and footfall to the economy.

Woodstock has medieval roots and developed as a service and market centre for the surrounding estates; today it combines a strong tourist economy with being a desirable place to live for commuters to Oxford and beyond. The town’s compact conservation area, proximity to parkland and easy access to countryside make it popular with families and people seeking a village feel with good amenities close to a regional city.