Carterton

Carterton may refer to two places. In England, Carterton is a market town and civil parish in the West Oxfordshire district of Oxfordshire. It lies near Witney and serves as a local service hub for the surrounding rural area. The town centre features a traditional High Street with shops and public buildings, reflecting its historical role as a market center. Local government is provided by the West Oxfordshire District Council, with Oxfordshire County Council handling county services; for national elections the town sits in the Witney constituency.

In New Zealand, Carterton is a town in the Carterton District in the Wellington Region on the North Island. It serves as the district’s administrative centre and a service hub for surrounding agricultural communities, including fruit orchards and dairy farming. The town has historic buildings, local museums, and hosts markets and community events that reflect its regional character. Carterton District is governed by the Carterton District Council, with regional services provided by the Wellington Regional Council. The area is connected by major roads, including State Highway 2, linking it with Masterton and Wellington.