Bicester (From Oxford Mail)

Bicester

1:50pm Tuesday 2nd September 2008

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Historically, Bicester has long been a prosperous town, mainly because of its markets. Traders from a wide surrounding area used to bring sheep and cattle to Bicester, along with other produce, and the town is still known for its excellent links with the rest of Oxfordshire.

This, along with the town’s thriving community and attractive buildings, makes Bicester an interesting and convenient place to live.

One of the most popular attractions is the factory outlet shopping centre at Bicester Village.

The Big Weekend, which incorporates Bicester in Bloom, happens in the summer. It usually includes a fair and stalls from local organisations.

Another regular summer event is the Bicester Carnival, which usually includes music, arena events, stalls, puppet shows and more.

PLACES TO GO

Rousham House: Steeple Aston. Built by Sir Robert Dormer in 1635. Visits by appointments only. The gardens are open 10am to 4.30pm. Nearest train station is Heyford. For information, call 01869 347110 or see the website: www.rousham.org

Bicester Village: Pingle Drive. A factory outlet featuring more than 70 stores. Open 10am to 6pm Monday to Wednesday and Sundays, and 10am to 7pm Thursday to Saturday. Call 01869 323200 or visit the website: www.bicestervillage.com

USEFUL INFORMATION

Post offices: 48-50 Sheep Street, 9 Bassett Avenue and 58 Villiers Road.

Bicester Visitor Centre: 01869 369 055. Located at the Bicester Village shopping centre. Open 10am to 7pm Thursday to Saturday, and 10am to 6pm Monday to Wednesday and Sunday, e-mail: bicestervillage.tic@cherwell-dc.gov.uk

Bicester Town Council: The Garth, Launton Road, Bicester, Oxon OX26 6PS. 01869 252915, www.www.cherwell-dc.gov.uk

Bicester and Ploughley Sports Centre: 01869 253914

Newspapers: The Bicester Advertiser, every Friday, 35p, Oxford Mail, daily, 35p. The Oxford Times, Fridays, 80p.

Website: www.bicesteradvertiser.net

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