New homes in Thame, Oxfordshire

Things to do in Thame

Thame has plenty of things to keep everyone entertained. One of its major attractions is the renowned annual Oxfordshire County and Thame Show, an agricultural show with much to see and do including livestock shows, falconry displays and a host of craft trade stands.

The town is also the location for the filming of many popular television programmes such as Midsomer Murders and the town hall is actually the setting for Causton Town Hall. Your family’s day-to-day needs will be well catered for in Thame itself but for more retail therapy, just under 20 minutes away is the shopper's paradise of Bicester Village. Outlet Shopping at its very best. This coveted destination has a fantastic array of discount designer labels - world-leading fashion and lifestyle brands offering fantastic savings - and cafés and restaurants to enjoy.

Alternatively, you can easily visit Oxford, taking advantage of the Park & Ride to experience all this beautiful city has to offer with its comprehensive blend of major high street brands alongside small independent shops. To make it a complete day out, why not make the most of the fantastic choice of bars, restaurants and theatres top it off?

Living in Thame

Living in Thame enables you to enjoy outdoor living by taking advantage of the many public walkways including the Chiltern Hills with the Ridgeway Path and the Oxfordshire Way. All of these helping you take in the outstanding views of the surrounding area. If fine dining is more to your taste, then Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat Saisons is located in nearby Great Milton and is holder of two Michelin stars. Alternatively, you can head over to The Oxfordshire Golf Hotel and Spa to enjoy a round of golf or a pampering session in the spa with its range of treatments. It also offers a fully equipped gym and indoor swimming pool. Places to explore nearby include the magnificent Blenheim Palace, the major landmark of Brill Windmill and beautiful Waterperry gardens.

Transport in and around Thame

Thames Meadows has good transport links too with the junction 8 on the M40 only around five miles away giving you easy access to London and Birmingham and High Wycombe in 17 minutes. If you’re looking for rail access, Thame Parkway station is just under 3 miles away with rail services to London Marylebone taking just under 40 minutes. When it comes to public transport, Arriva operate a score of local buses with regular routes around the town and direct buses out to Oxford.

Schools and education in Thame

If you’re considering one of our new houses for sale in Thame and are interested in local schools, there are plenty to choose from. For those who have younger members of the family, Ofsted rated good St Joseph’s, Barley Hill and John Hampden are solid choices. For the older age Lord Williams secondary is rated as good. If you’re interested in higher education, then world renowned Oxford University and its leading colleges are less than half an hour away.

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