Chipping Warden is a picturesque village in West Northamptonshire, about 6 miles northeast of the Oxfordshire town of Banbury. It is situated on a ridge overlooking the Cherwell Valley, and is surrounded by rolling countryside. The parish is bounded to the east and south by the River Cherwell, to the west by the boundary with Oxfordshire and to the north by field boundaries.
The name of the village comes from 'Warden' meaning 'Watch hill', referring to Warden Hill a mile northeast of the village. It had a 'market' from the late 14th century hence the 'Chipping' addition.
The village has a long and rich history, dating back to the Iron Age. There is an Iron Age hillfort, known as Arbury Banks, located just south of the village. In Roman times, there was a villa on the site of the present-day Blackgrounds Farm, to the east of the village.
Chipping Warden was once a market town, and it still has a market square in the centre of the village. The market square is surrounded by traditional stone cottages and shops. The village also has a beautiful church, dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul, which dates back to the 12th century.
Chipping Warden is a popular tourist destination, and there are a number of things to see and do in the village and the surrounding area. Visitors can enjoy walking and cycling in the countryside, visit the Iron Age hillfort, or explore the village's historic buildings. There are also a number of good pubs and restaurants in the area.
