Oxfordshire is a ceremonial county with a distinctive charm. Bordered by Northamptonshire and Warwickshire to the north, Buckinghamshire to the east, Berkshire to the south, and Wiltshire and Gloucestershire to the west, Oxfordshire is home for approximately 723,000 residents. This county is graced by the natural splendour of three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Cotswolds paint the north-western landscapes, while the North Wessex Downs embrace the southern region, and the Chilterns add to the enchantment in the south-east. Amidst the picturesque villages and hamlets, Oxfordshire has vibrant market towns such as Abingdon, Henley, Witney, and Woodstock, alongside the larger town of Banbury and the historic city of Oxford. Beyond its breathtaking landscapes, Oxfordshire wears a crown of cultural and heritage sites, from the world-renowned Ashmolean Museum to the stately Blenheim Palace, and of course, is home to the world famous university.