A Visitors Guide To Banbury Oxfordshire
The bustling market town of Banbury - Oxfordshire sits in the northern section of the county in the heart of the country of England. It is quite possible that you have heard several references to the town thanks to the famous nursery rhyme and the wonderful Banbury Cake, which has reached shores as far afield as America.
Banbury Cross is also famous thanks to the rhyme. The town was once home to many crosses bit these were all destroyed by the Puritans in the 17th century, events which inspired the rhyme to be formed. There is a current cross which was erected in 1859 and contains many interesting statues.
Banbury has many things to see and do besides it's cross and charming, traditional buildings. First on your list should be the Banbury Museum which sits by the canal and next to a boatyard that has been recognised as a scheduled ancient monument. Visitors to the museum can find out all about the market town's history by way of interesting displays. This includes an impressive collection of original 17th century clothing. Visitors may also like to visit Brook Cottage Garden in Banbury. This is a beautiful garden that covers 4 acres on a sloped hillside. All of the plants, lawns and monuments contained in the garden are the hard work of just 2 people since 1964!
For those who want to burn off some energy, there are several sports centres and leisure centres to be found in the town. They provide the opportunity to indulge in a spot of squash, swimming, football, basketball or working out. Other pursuits available in the town and the surrounding area includes archery, cycling, golf and tennis.
Visitors will find that there are a range of places to eat out when visiting Banbury. From small street cafes to traditional English public houses, there is something to suit everyone and every budget. A range of cuisine can be sampled including traditional English fare and international dishes.
Although not as lively at night as other areas of England, a great evening out can still be enjoyed in Banbury. The town has its own cinema and a theatre which doubles as a venue for live music acts. There are also many pubs in the town, many of which provide great entertainment throughout the entire week and especially at the weekend.
Banbury - Oxfordshire is a great town for those who love shopping. The High Street of the town has an array of shops, both local family-owned and large internationally renowned companies. There is also the Castle Quay Shopping Centre which is filled with small shops and well known names. The centre also regularly holds events, adding to your fun shopping experience. Banbury also hosts a market every Thursday and Saturday which offers a range of items to buy.
