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Need To Know

✓Enclosed garden
✓Free-standing bath
✓Electric car charging
✓Heated indoor pool
✓Gym
✓Tennis court
✓Electric bike hire
✓Games console
✓Children welcome
✓Spa
✓Sonos sound system
✓Parking
✓BBQ - gas
✓Dog-friendly
✓Family friendly
✓Ping pong table
✓Bicycles included
✓Luxury toiletries
✓Sun terrace
✓Spa treatments
✓Private parking
✓Outdoor dining
✓Games room
✓Open fire
✓Countryside views
✓Electric induction hob
✓Private outdoor space
✓Freezer
✓Washing machine
✓Tumble dryer
✓Dishwasher
✓Security Camera
✓Microwave
✓Kitchen
✓WiFi
✓Iron and ironing board
✓Hairdryer
✓DVD player
✓Outdoor space
✓Nespresso machine
✓Heating
✓Sky TV package
✓Hot water
✓American Style fridge/freezer
✓Electric oven
✓Private entrance
✓Seating area
✓Swimming Pool
✓Near London
✓Dog Friendly with Enclosed Garden
✓Short breaks
✓Medium cottages
✓Swimming
✓Tennis
✓Golf
✓Spa experiences
✓Walking
✓Cotswolds

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Local Insights: Blake Cottage

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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire

Weather & Local Conditions

14°C

Overcast

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:16am

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14.10°C

Temperature

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15 km/h

Wind Speed

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87%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Blake Cottage sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

106m

(348 feet above sea level)

Blake Cottage sits in a peaceful Oxfordshire setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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106m

Elevation

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Chipping Norton

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Chipping Norton are typical Oxfordshire lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 51.8820146° N | Longitude: 1.6163715° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Chipping Norton (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:02am

Sunrise

7:22pm

Golden Hour

8:22pm

Sunset

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4:02am

Sunrise

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8:22pm

Sunset

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7:22pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:22pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Chipping Norton, you have approximately 16.35 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Blake Cottage.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Oxfordshire. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Blake Cottage

Need To Know

More Pet Friendly Cottages You May Like

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Blake Cottage

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Blake Cottage Right For Your Group

For Families

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Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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