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Out and about in Carterton

Carterton is a relatively new town in Oxfordshire and is the second largest in West Oxfordshire. The town of Carterton dates back to the 19th century when it was farmland and part of the parish of Black Bourton. Part of the estate was then sold to William Carter, the founder of Carterton.

When you are out and about in Carterton you will that it is an expanding and lively town with many shops and amenities.

Carterton grew rapidly during World War II due to the fact that it is close to RAF Brize Norton military airbase. It is still the main employer in the area with the numbers fluctuating constantly and is the main transport base in the country.

Carterton is close to the A40 giving easy access to London and when you are out and about in Carterton you are never far from the beautiful countryside of Oxfordshire.

Out and about in Carterton
Hawkwell House Hotel Oxford
Hawkwell House Hotel Oxford
Waterperry Gardens
Events at Waterperry Gardens
Mill House Hotel - Special Offers
Mill House Hotel, Kingham, Near Chipping Norton -Cotswolds
Abingdon Air & Country Show - Sunday 6th May 2012
Abingdon Air & Country Show Sunday 6th May 2012
Faringdon Golf Club
One of the Best 9 Hole Par 3 courses in Oxfordshire. Play All Day for £10 ! FARINGDON GOLF COURSE
The Black Boy Inn
The Black Boy Inn