Explore, Create and Discover This Summer! Join us at Witney & District Museum for Museum Explorers, our exciting programme of family activities throughout the summer holidays. This week, take inspiration from the museum's fascinating collections to design and make your own badge. Will you choose a famous blanket, an old toy, a railway object or […]
Explore, Create and Discover This Summer! Join us at Witney & District Museum for Museum Explorers, our exciting programme of family activities throughout the summer holidays. This week, become a football kit designer and create a brand-new strip for Witney! Take inspiration from the town's history, famous blanket industry, local landmarks and colours to design […]
Explore, Create and Discover This Summer! Join us at Witney & District Museum for Museum Explorers, our exciting programme of family activities throughout the summer holidays. This week, get creative with wool and discover why it has been at the heart of Witney's story for centuries. Experiment with colourful strands of wool to doodle, twist […]
Explore, Create and Discover This Summer! Join us at Witney & District Museum for Museum Explorers, our exciting programme of family activities throughout the summer holidays. This week, discover how the railway transformed Witney before creating your own train-inspired bookmark. Take inspiration from historic locomotives, railway tickets, station signs and the museum's railway collection to […]
Step back in time and explore the rich history of Witney on this engaging heritage walking tour! From the medieval ruins of the Bishop’s Palace to the iconic Buttercross, discover the fascinating stories, hidden gems, and architectural wonders that shaped this historic market town. What to Expect: Explore the remains of the Bishop’s Palace, once […]
Explore, Create and Discover This Summer! Join us at Witney & District Museum for Museum Explorers, our exciting programme of family activities throughout the summer holidays. This week, celebrate the return of the museum's historic cockerel weather vane and discover how weather vanes have helped people tell which way the wind is blowing for hundreds […]
Join us for a rare opportunity to explore one of Witney’s most historic sites. From the medieval craftsmanship to the mighty bells that have rung for generations, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the town’s past. What You’ll Discover: The History of Witney’s Bell Tower – Built in the 15th century, standing tall for […]
St Mary’s Church Tour, discover the heart of historic Witney. Join us for a guided tour of St Mary’s Church, a stunning medieval landmark at the heart of Witney. With roots dating back to the 12th century, this beautiful church is full of fascinating stories, hidden details, and centuries of history waiting to be explored. […]
Join Witney & District Museum at Bishops Palace to explore the history of Witney's Bishop's Palace, once the residence of the powerful Bishops of Winchester and a key landmark in the town for centuries. Drop into the Bishops Palace to chat to members of our team and uncover the story of the palace, its role […]
Have you ever wondered who Vanner Road is named after? Why Early Road carries its name? Or who built the houses on Burford Road, the tall chimney, and the historic buildings on Mill Street? Discover the stories behind the people who helped shape Witney in this fascinating exhibition. Explore the town's rich blanket-making heritage, the […]
What makes Witney special to you? Is it your favourite café, the park where you play, a much-loved shop, or somewhere that only exists in your imagination? Drop into Witney & District Museum this Heritage Open Days and help us create a giant collaborative artwork celebrating the places that make Witney unique. Inspired by this […]
Are you passionate about history, community, and preserving the rich heritage of Witney? Witney Museum see themselves as custodians of the past and guardians of the future. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us bring the past to life to support our exciting National Lottery Heritage Funded redevelopment project and ongoing work. If you can offer us […]