Things to do
in Witney

Witney is a working Oxfordshire town rather than a picture-postcard village, and that's rather the point: people live here, shop here, and eat here, so there's a genuine choice of places open on an ordinary Tuesday. There are places to eat, drink, shop and stay within easy reach of the centre, along with things to see and do. That density makes Witney a sensible base if you're touring the western Cotswolds, and an easy stop if you're simply passing through and want somewhere to stretch your legs for an afternoon.

A good few hours here might begin with a wander through the shops and a look at the Methodist Church, then a browse at Meadow Plants if you're the sort who takes something green home. Come lunchtime, the town's chip shops earn their keep: Madeira Fish Bar and The Penguins Chip Shop both have their loyalists, and Rush is worth knowing about for a sit-down meal. Finish at Coco Gelato, ideally on a bench in the sun.