What is the market town near Oxford?

Thame is a thriving market town, perfectly situated at the foot of the Chiltern Hills, just 14 miles from Oxford….

What day is market day in Thame, Oxfordshire?

Tuesday Charter Market

Thame was granted a market charter in 1215 and markets have been held on a Tuesday since that time. A trip to the market guarantees you a vibrant display of produce, gifts, homeware, clothes and more with friendly traders always ready to help.

What is the famous village near Oxford?

Dorchester-on-Thames is one of the most desirable villages near Oxford. Its timeless appeal has made it a popular filming location, featuring in productions such as Midsomer Murders and Agatha Christie's Miss Marple.

Is Thame good for shopping?

Thame's high street is bustling with independent retailers, artisan bakeries, boutique shops, high-street favourites like Waitrose, as well as an award-winning butchers.

What is the small town outside of Oxford?

Woodstock. Place: Small town to the north of Oxford in West Oxfordshire. Blenheim Palace, the home of the Dukes of Marlborough, is just to the south of the town. Collections: A total of 656 objects were donated from Woodstock, from a variety of different donors.

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What is the market town north of Oxford?

Bicester. The historic market town of Bicester is situated in the Cherwell District in the northern part of Oxfordshire.

What is the nicest town in Oxfordshire?

Burford. Burford really is one of the most picturesque towns in England – a leafy, honey-hued gem. The teetering High Street, flanked by ancient houses of Cotswold stone and antique shops full of rare finds, sweeps downhill towards the river Windrush.

What is Thame famous for?

Thame is one of the most frequently used filming locations for the popular ITV series, Midsomer Murders.

What's near Thame?

Why is Bicester Village so famous?

With its reputation for being one of the UK's best luxury outlet shopping village it attracts millions of visitors each year! From shoppers on the lookout for designer bargains to day-trippers wanting a unique, stylish shopping experience beyond the high street.

What is the most beautiful street in Oxford?

Oxford's Holywell Street

Holywell is one of Oxford's most charming and historic streets, rich in architectural beauty and academic heritage.

What is England's prettiest village?

The most beautiful village in England: how Bibury became a victim of its charm. Standing on the stone bridge that crosses the River Coln in the heart of Bibury on a clear spring day, it is not hard to see why the 19th-century designer William Morris described it as “the most beautiful village in England”.

What is the richest village in Oxfordshire?

According to the figures, Abingdon Northcourt and Peachcroft rank as the wealthiest areas in the county, with an average household income of £50,600.

Does Oxford have a market day?

Discover the market: location and opening times

Gloucester Green outdoor market welcomes you on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. For detailed information, see Gloucester Green Outdoor market at the LSD Promotions website. Find Gloucester Green in the city's heart, off George Street, near the bus station.

What time does the Witney market open today?

9:00am-3:00pm, Market Place OX28 6AG.

What day is Didcot market?

Didcot Farmers' Market takes place every second Saturday of the month. You'll find dates and details of upcoming markets here.

Is Thame worth a visit?

Nestled at the foot of the Chiltern Hills, Thame boasts historical buildings, beautiful parks, a Museum, a Theatre and a vibrant High Street.

What's near Bicester?

Can you walk around Thame Park?

Thame Park Footpaths

The grounds are beautiful and can be easily enjoyed from the main footpath which is fairly well marked with the usual footpath signs.

Which Bee Gee lived in Thame?

Robin Gibb was a much loved member of our community and lived in his family home, The Prebendal in Thame from 1984 until his death on 20th May 2012. He is buried in St. Mary's Churchyard opposite.

Is the river Thame the same as the Thames?

The River Thame is a tributary of the River Thames, and is navigable by small craft for about 0.5 miles to the village of Dorchester.

Where is the Thame Food Festival?

The Thame Showground, Kingsey Road, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 3JL.

What areas to avoid in Oxfordshire?

Comparing Oxfordshire's larger towns and cities, and using Crime Risk Scores - which are calculated by taking severity of each crime type into account - Blackbird Leys is the most dangerous. The next most dangerous is Great Faringdon, and Banbury comes in as third most dangerous.

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What food is Oxfordshire famous for?

Oxfordshire has its fair share of specifically local recipes. Oxford sausages, Frank Cooper's Marmelade, and Oxford Sauce (a local version of brown sauce, made by Baron Pouget) all remain popular. Oxford Bishop is a mulled drink, worth resurrecting.