About The Parish

Ducklington Parish Council is the local authority for the civil parish of Ducklington in Oxfordshire. It is the first tier of local government and an elected body. In common with other parish and town councils, it has variable tax raising powers to support its operations and projects. The council welcomes public attendance at meetings and minutes of all meetings are available on this site.
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History of Ducklington

Ducklington has existed as a manor or parish since the middle of the 10th-century when it was granted by King Edgar to one of his ministers, and although the parish boundary has been altered over the centuries, the present parish retains the majority of the land granted by King Edgar.

There is evidence for a much earlier occupation and Bronze Age pottery has been found to the east of the church, and there is evidence of round barrows of the same period nearby. Excavations to the south of the church have identified Roman occupation seventh century graves have been discovered in land to the east of the church. It is likely that the present church of St. Bartholomew is built on top of an earlier Saxon structure. but there are no surviving buildings of the pre-medieval period and St Bartholomew’s dates from the late 12th century.
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Ducklington Fritillaries

Ducklington's fritillary meadow is now a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is registered with Natural England (no. 1002036). It is the only place where visitors can walk among the flowers on our special 'Fritillary Sunday', held annually in April. It is this close contact which makes Fritillary Sunday so special for very many people.

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Village Hall

Ducklington & Hardwick Village Hall has been at the heart of the village since 1920 and plays a vital role in the community of Ducklington and Hardwick.


There are various regular activities taking place in the Village Hall and the hall welcomes bookings for parties, special events, small workshops, activity groups, etc.

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Parish Statistics

If you are interested in statistical data follow the link, for information taken from the Office of National Statistics, mainly recorded by the 2021 national census.  It gives some idea about the people who live in the village.
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Village Art Trail

Ducklington's Art Trail has been funded by s106 monies designated for art given to Ducklington Parish Council.


The art trail includes a sculpture in the open space in Bartholomew Close, the Chalcroft sensory garden and a number of planters at the entrances to the village. The whole trail will be launched in spring/early summer 2026. 

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