Why move to Buckingham?
Whether you’re looking to buy, sell or rent, Michael Graham has Buckinghamshire covered. With eight Michael Graham offices spread across the county, we can offer extensive experience and expertise in all kinds of property. From Newport Pagnell to the villages south of Aylesbury, whether you’re searching for an eco home in a new build development, or a listed country house with paddocks, we’re here to help you make that move happen.
The historic market town of Buckingham in the north of Buckinghamshire offers both country charm and modern convenience, making it a highly desirable area for both families and professionals. With its rolling countryside and historical sites, there’s something here for everyone, providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and cultural days out. Buckingham town has a wide variety of independent coffee shops, restaurants and amenities, including a Boots, Waitrose and Tesco for day to day needs. Excellent schools are on the doorstep, including The Royal Latin grammar school which is just a short walk from the town centre. Stowe, Akeley Wood and Beachborough independent schools are also close by. Fast trains to London are available from Milton Keynes 11 miles away.
Green space
Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Buckingham is the ideal location if you’re dreaming of fresh air and open space. Stowe Gardens with its extensive Grade I listed gardens and parkland is on the doorstep here, as is The Chiltern Hills Area of Natural Beauty which offers many opportunities for walking and cycling. There are also several public parks and recreation grounds within Buckingham itself for families to enjoy, as well as the beautiful Buckingham Old Gaol Museum.
Architecture and property
Opportunities to buy a four storey townhouse in the centre of the town are rare, but Stoneleigh on Castle Street is currently available https://michaelgraham.co.uk/property/buc250214/ and there is a varied range of property types to suit all tastes and budgets, both within the town itself, the neighbouring towns and villages, and surrounding countryside.
Popular villages in the area – with a selection of our properties currently for sale:
Padbury
Amongst the most desirable villages in the area, Padbury is a small and picturesque village located 4 miles west of Buckingham and 7 miles east of Bicester. There are around 1,000 residents here, along with a post office, a village shop, and a pub. A village with a strong sense of community, Padbury has a cricket club, a football club, and a bowls club, which all hold regular matches and events, and there’s an annual village fete in the summer.
Vine Cottage https://michaelgraham.co.uk/property/buc250139/
Marsh Gibbon
Marsh Gibbon lies close to the A41, and about 4 miles east of Bicester. The village has a primary school and many listed properties, built of local stone and roofed in tiles, slate and thatch. Parts of the village are designated as conservation areas, including the two pubs, The Greyhound and The Plough, the Manor House, and the Church. In the south of the parish, the former ancient Bernwood Forest has been designated as the Upper Ray Meadows Nature Reserve, while Long Herdon Meadow is a national Site of Special Scientific Interest. To the east of the village is the hamlet of Little Marsh and to the southeast is the hamlet of Summerstown.
Old White Hart https://michaelgraham.co.uk/property/buc250140/
Winslow
Winslow is a small market town with a friendly, close-knit community, located in the northern part of Buckinghamshire. The town’s Market Square has been the heart of Winslow for centuries and continues to host a vibrant weekly market, along with seasonal events and fairs. Winslow is also known for Winslow Hall, a 17th-century mansion designed by Sir Christopher Wren, which adds a touch of grandeur to the town. Proximity to larger towns like Aylesbury and Milton Keynes, and particularly the new Winslow railway station, make this an ideal place for combining countryside living with a workday commute.
Deveron House https://michaelgraham.co.uk/property/buc180176/
Gawcott
Gawcott is around 3 miles from Buckingham and 7 miles from Winslow and has a population of around 500 people. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. There is a thriving community here with a range of amenities including a village hall, a primary school, a pub, and a post office. The village also has several local clubs and societies including a cricket club, a football club, and a gardening club.
Cluny Too https://michaelgraham.co.uk/property/buc250207/
Chackmore
Chackmore is a hamlet with a primary school situated in rolling countryside two miles north of Buckingham and immediately south of the historic park and gardens of Stowe. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and has a variety of walking and cycling routes. The nearby Buckinghamshire Railway Centre is a popular attraction, offering visitors the chance to ride on historic steam trains and learn about the history of the railway in Buckinghamshire.
Manor Farm https://michaelgraham.co.uk/property/buc240238/
Thornborough
The village name, meaning “hill where thorn trees grow”, is Anglo-Saxon in origin and was recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. Thornborough is a peaceful and picturesque stone village with a pub and a primary school and sits 3 miles east of Buckingham and 10 miles west of Milton Keynes. One of its main features is the large and irregular shaped green which sweeps through the centre of the village. Known for its historic significance, Thornborough is famous for the Thornborough Henge, a prehistoric monument consisting of three circular earthworks that are believed to have been constructed around 4,500 years ago.
Brevitts Farm https://michaelgraham.co.uk/property/buc230027/
Adstock
Adstock is a small village located 5 miles west of Buckingham and 7 miles east of Bicester. Picturesque village with a population of around 300 people, the village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to several historic buildings and landmarks including a 13th century church. Adstock also has a post office, a village hall, and The Royal Oak pub.
Adstock Priory https://michaelgraham.co.uk/property/buc250164/
Steeple Claydon
Steeple Claydon is now one of the largest villages in Aylesbury Vale. It has a public house, a Co-op supermarket, a hairdresser, a fish and chip shop, a Chinese Takeaway, a dentist, a doctor’s surgery and a garage. The village also has a successful football side, Steeple Claydon Football Club. The village has had some notable residents, including Florence Nightingale, Olympic swimmer Craig Gibbons, professional footballers Sam Baldock and George Baldock and Deep Purple founder member and guitarist Nick Simper. The current Steeple Claydon School is a mixed, community primary school, with roughly 170 pupils ranging in age from four to eleven. Steeple Claydon is situated approximately 4 miles south-east of Buckingham with a village population of around 2,500 people.
The Old Russett Barn https://michaelgraham.co.uk/property/buc250336/
Contact your local Buckinghamshire office
Our high street offices know their local area inside out. Across our whole network, our Michael Graham team are active members of their local communities, regularly sponsoring local sports clubs, and school and charity events.
Whether you’re thinking of selling, or are looking to buy or to rent, contact us here at Michael Graham Buckingham and we would be delighted to help you find a property that’s perfect for you.
