Spelsbury, Chipping Norton, OX7 3JU

Spelsbury is a village and civil parish in Oxfordshire, England, within the OX 7 postal district. It lies about 1.5 miles north of Charlbury and roughly 4 miles southeast of Chipping Norton. The village sits on a narrow hill between the Coldron and Taston brooks, overlooking the River Evenlode and the ancient Wychwood Forest to the south. Spelsbury parish encompasses the hamlets of Dean and Taston, and includes Ditchley Park. According to the 2011 census the parish had a population of 305. The setting offers a rural atmosphere with close proximity to nearby towns and natural woodland, making it suitable for those seeking a quiet, small-community environment within reach of larger market towns. The village’s location on a hill provides views over the surrounding countryside, and the nearby brooks add to the scenic character. Residents benefit from the historic Wychwood Forest to the south and the River Evenlode nearby. The parish’s modest size, with just over three hundred residents, gives it a close‑knit feel while still being within a short drive of Chipping Norton’s amenities.