Early Morning Walk in a Hidden Historic Village in Oxfordshire - ENGLAND

Welcome to Shutford, a tranquil village nestled in the rolling ironstone hills of north Oxfordshire, England. This video is a silent early morning walk through a community that feels frozen in time, no narration, no music, just birdsong, and the rhythm of my footsteps on lanes bordered by golden Hornton stone.

Shutford’s history stretches back centuries. Likely of Saxon origin, the name is derived from “Scytta’s Ford.” Archaeological evidence shows human activity dating to the Iron Age and Roman periods, including a large Roman settlement covering some 50 acres and nearby hillforts on Madmarston Hill.

By the medieval era, Shutford had three manors and a community of several dozen houses. In 1701 a devastating fire destroyed 24 homes, but by the late 18th century the village had recovered and grown to nearly seventy houses.

From around 1750, Shutford gained worldwide fame for its plush-weaving industry. Skilled artisans produced high-quality handwoven fabric for royal courts across Europe and even the coronation of Tsar Nicholas II in 1896.

At the heart of the village stands the 12th-century St. Martin’s Church, built in transitional Norman to Early English Gothic style. Many original features survive, including parts of the arcade and bell tower, and it has been Grade II* listed since 1955 .

The 16th-century Manor House, built by Sir Richard Fiennes, dominates a gentle rise above the village. During the English Civil War, Parliamentarian soldiers reportedly drilled in its upper hall, built before 1600. Its stone and silhouette complement the character of Shutford’s lanes.

This video captures the village green, churchyard, and quiet byways. Ideal for lovers of historic rural England, slow travel, and ambient early‑morning walks.

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🗓 DATE RECORDED: 26.07.2025
⏱️TIME: 09:00am
📍 FILMING POSTCODE: OX15
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