Group Organisers Information

We look forward to welcoming you and your group to the historic market town of Banbury.

Please find below some useful information to help you plan and enjoy your group travel experience to Banbury the ‘Sunshine Town’.  

Coach parking

There are currently 10 spaces on Compton Road, Banbury where coaches can park free of charge. There are also drop-off and pick-up points on Horsefair East, Banbury.

Coming Soon:  Two designated parking bays for coaches will be located near Banbury Town centre.

Further details will be made available soon.

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Group Bookings – Accommodation

Best Western Banbury House Hotel

Located in the attractive market town of Banbury in Oxfordshire, Best Western Banbury House is an elegant Georgian.

Address: Oxford Road, Banbury OX16 9AH

For group bookings please contact:

Mercure Banbury Whately Hall Hotel˙

Originally a 17th-century coaching inn, The Mercure Banbury Whately Hall is set in its own gardens and has a croquet lawn.

Address: 17-19 Horse Fair, Banbury OX16 0AN

For group bookings please contact: 

email: H6633@accor.com
Phone: 01295 253261

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Group Booking – Attractions

The Banbury Museum & Gallery

The Banbury Museum & Gallery is the ideal destination for visitors to Banbury where you can discover more about the history of the town and much more including exhibitions and events.

Address: Museum & Gallery, Spiceball Park Road, Banbury OX16 2PQ

For group bookings please contact: 

Email: enquiries@banburymuseum.org
Phone: 01295 236165

The Mill Arts Centre

This cultural hub located in the heart of Banbury offers an exciting live events programme including theatre, dance, music, comedy, film, workshops and classes.

You can visit the Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists.

Offers some fantastic benefits for large groups of 10 or more people.

More information on group bookings: https://www.themillartscentre.co.uk/group-visits/

More information on room hires (including refreshments/hospitality): https://www.themillartscentre.co.uk/room-hire/

Tooley’s

This historical gem dates back over 240 years and continues to serve the boating community to this day.  With a working blacksmiths’ and carpenters workshop, Chandelry, gift shop, tours of the boatyard and much more.

Address: Spiceball Park Road, Banbury OX16 2PQ

For group bookings contact:

Email: info@tooleysboatyard.co.uk
Phone: 01295 272917 (or mobile: 07828 853 189)

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Group Bookings – Food & Drink

The following hospitality venues in Banbury welcome and cater for larger parties. 

Reindeer Inn 

Ye Olde Reindeer Inn, opened in 1570, is considered to be one of the oldest inns in Banbury. 

Accessibility: Please note there are a couple of steps into the Globe room

Address: Ye Olde Reine Deer Inn, 47 Parsons Street, Banbury OX16 5NA

For group bookings please contact: 

Email: hello@reindeerbanbury.com
Phone: 01295 270972

The White Horse

Courtyard garden and traditional menu.

Address: 52 North Bar Street, Banbury OX16 0TH

For group bookings please contact: 

Email:  ale@whitehorsebanbury.com
Phone: 01295 277484

The Coach & Horses 

Disabled Access / Garden /

Address: 4 Butchers Row, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5JH 

For group bookings please contact: 

Email: thecoachandhorses-banbury@outlook.com
Phone: 01295 266993