Things to do in Banbury

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Broughton Castle featuring a sunset, a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture
Banbury featuring heritage architecture
Banbury which includes heritage elements
Banbury showing a sunset and heritage elements
Broughton Castle showing a sunset, a lake or waterhole and château or palace

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What to do in Banbury

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Broughton Castle which includes a sunset, a lake or waterhole and a castle

Broughton Castle

After visiting Broughton Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Broughton. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Broughton Castle
Hook Norton Brewery

Hook Norton Brewery

You can take time to visit Hook Norton Brewery during your travels to Hook Norton. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Hook Norton Brewery
Sulgrave Manor featuring a small town or village

Sulgrave Manor

Learn about the local history of Sulgrave when you spend time at Sulgrave Manor. Visit the top-notch restaurants or cosy cafes in this relaxing area.

Sulgrave Manor

Farnborough Hall

Learn about the local history of Banbury when you spend time at Farnborough Hall. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Farnborough Hall

Upton House

You can learn about the history of Banbury with a visit to Upton House. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Upton House

Feldon Valley Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Lower Brailes at Feldon Valley Golf Course. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Feldon Valley Golf Course

The National Herb Centre

Enjoy an outing to The National Herb Centre during your stay in Warmington. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

The National Herb Centre

Rye Hill Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Milcombe at Rye Hill Golf Club. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Rye Hill Golf Club

Brailes Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Hook Norton at Brailes Golf Club. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Brailes Golf Club
Chipping Norton

Chipping Norton

Warwick Castle which includes heritage architecture, a castle and views

Warwick

Photo "Adderbury" by Dennis Turner (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Dennis Turner (CC BY-SA)

Adderbury

Photo "Farthinghoe" by ChurchCrawler (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by ChurchCrawler (CC BY-SA)

Farthinghoe

Photo "Wormleighton" by Snidge (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Snidge (CC BY-SA)

Wormleighton

Photo "Moreton Pinkney" by Ian Rob (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Ian Rob (CC BY-SA)

Moreton Pinkney

Photo "Helmdon" by Duncan Lilly (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Duncan Lilly (CC BY-SA)

Helmdon

Sulgrave Manor featuring a house

Sulgrave

Frequently asked questions

Is Banbury worth visiting?
Famous for its walking trails and views, discovering cool things to do in Banbury is a breeze. Be sure to add Broughton Castle to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Banbury?
Broughton Castle and Farnborough Hall are two awesome places to start your adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and shopping options in Banbury while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Banbury?
Broughton Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Banbury and should be high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Banbury?
Three days in Banbury is plenty of time to enjoy the city's leading attractions. Many travellers book for two days on average. Broughton Castle, Farnborough Hall and Rye Hill Golf Club are highly rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a while longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Oxford.
Is Banbury a walkable city?
That depends on what you want to do and see in Banbury. Several sights, like Broughton Castle and Spiceball Country Park, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Banbury's neighbourhoods, Warkworth is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Broughton is 3 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Banbury with kids?
If you're looking for activities and attractions for all ages, we've got some terrific ideas for what to do in Banbury with kids.

What to do in Banbury for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Banbury, with activities for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to Hook Norton Brewery or The National Herb Centre.
Are there free things to do in Banbury?
In Banbury, Spiceball Country Park is an unmissable spot for anyone looking to tour the city without opening their wallet. Also, wander around the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. It's a simple way to learn about the best free things to do in Banbury.