Banbury
An attractive market town on the banks of the River Cherwell and Oxford Canal, Banbury is known both for its mythologized cross and famous fruity cakes.
The ancient cross of the famous nursery rhyme ‘Ride a Cock Horse’ was destroyed by the Puritans in 1602, but a 19th century replica stands in the town centre today. Other historic sites include the church and Tooley’s Boatyard - the last remaining element of the Banbury canal terminus which has provided services to boaters since 1790. The boatyard still offers a working forge and operational dry dock – and boaters can find additional services at Sovereign Narrowboats.
Days out in Banbury
Visitors can dine in style with a restaurant cruise along the Oxford Canal on Rosamund the Fair, or get a feel for life at the tiller and hire a boat for the day. Take a stroll around the historic centre, browse the market and don’t forget to sample a slice of Banbury Cake.
Walking along the canal in Banbury
Banbury residents can enjoy all the health benefits of a waterside stroll on a daily basis. The train station (with links to Birmingham and London) is a stone’s throw from the canal – as is Castle Quay shopping centre, several welcoming pubs and the Mill Arts Centre.
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