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River Windrush, Bridge Street, Witney
by Brian Robert Marshall ©
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© Brian Robert Marshall,
© Nigel James
Witney is a delightful example of a Cotswold market town. It has retained much of its historic charm and remains legendary for its manufacture of blankets since the Middle Ages. The quality of their esteemed blankets was known worldwide, and although the last blanket mill closed in 2002, the association is still fondly felt by visitors and locals alike.
The market square contains one of the town's most distinctive landmarks, the Buttercross. This was a medieval meeting place where people from neighboring towns would gather to buy butter and eggs. Witney still hosts regular farmers' markets in their bustling town square.
Witney is set in the valley of the River Windrush. It is clearly proud of its cultural heritage and has taken great care to preserve its character. It has also progressed into a modern, lively town. Use this page to explore the town, with links to local websites below. If you have specific interests, why not check our categories on the left-hand side of the page.
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Approved local websites for Witney
Here is our pick of local websites for Witney. All the available websites are in handy categories, so explore the list on the left-hand side to find exactly what you need. These sites have been manually selected and approved - this is so we can guarantee genuine relevance.
Witney Online
Local information from Witney, including the town's history and main attractions. With shopping and business directories, online hotel-booking and a diary of forthcoming local events.
www.witney.net
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Local MP for Witney - Prime Minister and Leader of the Conservative Party
Keep up to date with the work of local MP for Witney, David Cameron - Prime Minister and Leader of the Conservative Party. Find the latest news including videos, policy, speeches and blogs as well as The Conservative Manifesto 2010 also, How to contact David Cameron and get involved with the Conservative Party.
www.davidcameronmp.com
Filed in My Local MP
Oxfordshire County Council
Information and online services for local residents, the business community and tourists of the county of Oxfordshire.
www.oxfordshire.gov.uk
Filed in Council & Government Authorities
Witney Blanket Story
For over 300 years the small Oxfordshire town of Witney was famous for its blankets. The Witney Blanket Story celebrates the history of the industry. With information on current exhibitions and events.
www.witneyblanketstory.org.uk
Filed in History & Heritage
Witney Museum
A guide to Witney Museum including collections, exhibitions, education programmes and events.
www.witneymuseum.com
Filed in What's On / Things To Do
Witney Football
Latest news, fixtures and results from the Witney & District Football Association.
www.witneyfootball.com
Filed in Sport, Leisure & Clubs
Witney Gazette Newspaper Online
Current news, sport and features from Witney. With employment, business and entertainment directories, a diary of local events, and a community forum.
www.witneygazette.net
Filed in Newspapers & Magazines
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