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Middle Barton is a long, linear village that follows the valley of the River Dorn, sitting about seven miles east of Chipping Norton and just north of the Great Tew Estate. Together with its neighbours Westcott and Steeple Barton, it forms a cohesive community that feels distinct from the more manicured, tourist-heavy parts of the Cotswolds. The geography of the village is defined by "The Steep," a notable incline that separates the older, lower end of the settlement from the more modern residential areas at the top. While much of the local stone architecture dates back to the 17th and 18th centuries, the village remained a working, agricultural hub well into the 20th century, which is reflected in its unpretentious layout. Today, it retains a decent level of practical infrastructure, including a primary school, a local shop, and a traditional pub, while the nearby station at Heyford provides a direct, if quiet, rail link towards Oxford and London.