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Witney, Oxfordshire, Photo Gallery

The west Oxfordshire market town of Witney is famous for its history as a centre of blanket manufacture.


Photo of Witney, Oxfordshire. Part of the Oxfordshire Travel and Heritage Guide.

Looking north along the busy High Street of Witney.

Photo of Witney, Oxfordshire. Part of the Oxfordshire Travel and Heritage Guide.

The tourist information centre is located in this Victorian market exchange.

Photo of Witney, Oxfordshire. Part of the Oxfordshire Travel and Heritage Guide.

The old medieval Butter Cross, at the south end of High Street

Photo of Witney, Oxfordshire. Part of the Oxfordshire Travel and Heritage Guide.

The 18th century Blanket Hall, at the junction of High Street and Corn Street

Photo of Witney, Oxfordshire. Part of the Oxfordshire Travel and Heritage Guide.

At the east side of the parish church is this row of old almshouses

Photo of Witney, Oxfordshire. Part of the Oxfordshire Travel and Heritage Guide.

St Mary the Virgin church is a huge medieval building, primarily from the Early English period.

Photo of Witney, Oxfordshire. Part of the Oxfordshire Travel and Heritage Guide.

On the west side of the long green is the Henry Box School, founded in 1660.

Photo of Witney, Oxfordshire. Part of the Oxfordshire Travel and Heritage Guide.

Quaint signpost for a walk named for John Wesley leads off High Street

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Daisy Cottage

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Witney (Hotel)

The Marlborough Hotel

Set in the historic town of Witney, this former Georgian coaching inn overlooks the bustling market square.The Marlborough Hotel is the ideal place to relax and visit the surrounding Cotswolds. and other local attractions. Here at The Marlborough we pride ourselves on our customer service and our friendly staff will … more >>

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Witney (Hotel)

Witney Four Pillars Hotel

Witney Four Pillars Hotel is a traditional Cotswold style hotel. Situated just 10 miles from Oxford and 7 miles from Burford, gateway to the Cotswolds. Features include lounge, newly refurbished lounge bar and restaurant, leisure club, outdoor seating and onsite free car parking. more >>

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