Witney is a great place to shop. Our town centre is home to independent and specialist traders, several
supermarkets and household name stores.
There's a wide variety of
fashion and specialist clothing retailers, footwear and accessory outlets, health and beauty shops,
bars, restaurants and cafes alongside locally-farmed food, craft, toys, games and gift shops.
Take a little extra time and go beyond the central area, the Market Square and the Woolgate Centre.
Wander
the full length of the High Street, Bridge Street and Corn Street or seek out the smaller shops and businesses
in Waterloo Walk, Wesley Walk and Langdale Court, or alongside our beautiful Church green.
Stroll around, explore our quality shops and, from antiques to zoom lenses, we're confident you'll find
what you want.
Car parking is free subject to time limits... so you really can stay longer in Witney.
Markets
Every
Thursday and Saturday in our Market Square traditional market
stalls offer a wide variety of goods and produce for sale.
A farmers' market on the third Wednesday of every month, from 9am to
1pm, adds to
the choice, promoting local food for local people.
All products for sale are grown, reared, caught, brewed,
pickled, baked, smoked or processed locally by the individual
stallholders.
Food and drink
You're never far from quality food or drink in Witney. From a quick snack on the go to a slap up, sit down
meal, there's lots to choose from.
Why not grab a sandwich and enjoy it while relaxing among the
greenery of close-by Langel Common or enjoying the view across Church Green?
Whether
you're looking for an evening meal or somewhere to drop in for a drink with friends, a place to stop for
coffee and cake while shopping, or a venue for a business lunch, Witney has plenty to offer.
There are more than 40 venues to choose from in Witney - pubs, coffee shops, bars, and a variety of
restaurants - depending on what you are looking for and when.
Sport and Leisure activities
As well as great shopping and places to eat and drink, Witney has plenty to offer for your leisure time...
and there's something for all ages whether you like to sit and enjoy the view, walk in attractive countryside
areas or work on your fitness.
The Windrush Leisure Centre has a swimming pool, squash courts, a large studio, gym with first class fitness
suite and a sports hall suitable for badminton, basketball, indoor football and much more. Call 01993 202020
for further information.
Langel Common runs between the River Windrush and Cogges; explore the Country Park and you will find a large
lake and nature reserve there. Other popular open areas include The Leys and Church Green. The Leys, on the
town's southern side, is a big open space with a wide range of sports facilities: cricket and football
pitches, a bowling green, tennis courts and a children's playground (which features a children's paddling pool in the summer).
Working together
We
believe our town already has a lot to offer, but traders, businesses, schools, transport companies
and the local councils are working together to add to that. We're thinking carefully about the town centre
environment and improving how it looks.
At different times of the year you'll find special promotions and
events such as Witney Feast, Witney Carnival and the switching on of the Christmas Lights. We're looking to the future too,
with a college redevelopment, an extension to the Woolgate Centre's shopping mix and the new Marriotts Close
shopping and leisure complex.
Safe Witney
West Oxfordshire is one of the safest places in the south-east. CCTV and high quality but unobtrusive policing
will help you to enjoy a safe and secure visit to Witney.
David Cameron, MP, launches the 'Stay longer in Witney' campaign.
Getting here
By car: the car parks are signposted from all major routes and include spaces for shoppers and visitors
with special needs. Parking is free subject to time limits of 1, 3, 9 and 12 hours.
By bus: Witney is served by a network of frequent bus services. Contact the Visitor Information Centre
for timetable information on 01993 775802.
By taxi: there's a local taxi rank outside Boots on the
Market Square.
By cycle/foot: if you live in Witney why not walk or cycle? There is a good network of paths and
cycle racks in the town centre.
Special needs: for visitors with special needs, visit
www.westoxon.gov.uk/shopmobility
or contact Shopmobility on 01993 864787. They are based at Langdale Gate and are on-site to help make your visit
as enjoyable as possible.
Accommodation
First rate accommodation for visitors is available throughout
Witney and West Oxfordshire. There is a wide variety of hotels,
pubs and guest houses offering comfortable rooms for an overnight bed & breakfast stop or for a longer stay.
For more information visit
www.oxfordshirecotswolds.org
Attractions:
Cogges Manor Farm Museum
A
unique, family-friendly working museum set in an historic manor house where you can take a step back in time
to see Oxfordshire life in Victorian times. Learn about farming in years gone by, see our animals, talk to
farm hands and dairy maids, and watch them go about their daily work. Call 01993 772602.
Witney & District Museum
See archives, photos and displays recording the history of Witney and its surrounding area.
Local industries such as the world-famous Witney wool blankets, glove making and brewing all feature.
There is also an art gallery for temporary exhibitions and a reconstruction of a 1950s kitchen.
Call 01993 775915.
Further Information
For information about this website, email us at
For information about the Witney Town Centre Forum,
click here.
There's more about the town at the Visitor Information Centre on Welch Way; call
01993 775802. Alternatively contact:
There's a wide variety of
fashion and specialist clothing retailers, footwear and accessory outlets, health and beauty shops,
bars, restaurants and cafes alongside locally-farmed food, craft, toys, games and gift shops.
Stroll around, explore our quality shops and, from antiques to zoom lenses, we're confident you'll find
what you want.
Every
Thursday and Saturday in our Market Square traditional market
stalls offer a wide variety of goods and produce for sale.
You're never far from quality food or drink in Witney. From a quick snack on the go to a slap up, sit down
meal, there's lots to choose from.
Whether
you're looking for an evening meal or somewhere to drop in for a drink with friends, a place to stop for
coffee and cake while shopping, or a venue for a business lunch, Witney has plenty to offer.
We
believe our town already has a lot to offer, but traders, businesses, schools, transport companies
and the local councils are working together to add to that. We're thinking carefully about the town centre
environment and improving how it looks.
First rate accommodation for visitors is available throughout
Witney and West Oxfordshire. There is a wide variety of hotels,
pubs and guest houses offering comfortable rooms for an overnight bed & breakfast stop or for a longer stay.
For more information visit
A
unique, family-friendly working museum set in an historic manor house where you can take a step back in time
to see Oxfordshire life in Victorian times. Learn about farming in years gone by, see our animals, talk to
farm hands and dairy maids, and watch them go about their daily work. Call 01993 772602.