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Welcome to Wantage

Wantage in Oxfordshire is a lovely small market town in the Vale of White Horse, and has a good range of shops and services, including plenty of places to eat and drink. Links with the past are very strong too and Wantage is a great place to visit to enjoy this historic part of England.

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the wantage directory

The Wantage Business Directory is a comprehensive guide to the local businesses in the Wantage area, covering everything from restaurants and retail stores to professional services. With over 600 businesses listed, it provides an invaluable resource for local residents looking to find businesses in the area.

Wantage Vale and Downland Museum

Clubs, Groups & Events

Wantage England is home to a range of clubs and groups that offer a wide variety of activities for the local community. These include the Wantage Town Twinning Association, which facilitates cultural exchange between Wantage and its twin towns in France, Germany, and Hungary; the Wantage Art Group, which meets weekly to develop artistic skills through painting and drawing; and the Wantage Amateur Drama Society, which produces a variety of theatrical performances throughout the year.

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Photos of Wantage

Wantage England boasts a variety of beautiful and scenic photography locations. From the Chalk Downs to lush rolling fields, this English countryside provides stunning backdrops for any type of photographer.

Wantage Presents

Sarah raised £43.51 for Helen and Douglas House. Al raised £90 for Macmillan Cancer Research. Brian raised money for the Air Ambulance. HUG raised money for The October Club. The Hatters raised £35 for the Wantage Independent Advice Centre. Photos

Wantage Mummers Boxing Day 2022

Mumming is a ritual play that is well over a thousand years old. Whilst it is traditionally associated with the Christmas period, it is said to be linked with pagan rites showing the triumph of life over death. The Wantage

Tom Reveley

Photos by Tom Reveley Wantage Marketplace Wantage Marketplace Wantage Marketplace Reveley Studio reveley photographers Reveley and Wood Pickles Bulldog1 Ardington and Lockinge Band 1897 Royal Visit to Ardington

Will’s Old Wantage Gallery

Photos by Will Wantage market Wallingford Street top Grove Street Three men by statue Three men by statue and King Alfred Statue and Bear maybe 1960s Marketplace Marketplace south side Marketplace royal visit Marketplace pond Marketplace north side Marketplace maybe

Wantage Market April 2017

Photos by Howard Hill Wantage Presents pre-event by Jigsaw Stage Productions – Photo by Howard Hill Time to reflect outside The Bell – Photo by Howard Hill Oranges – Photo by Howard Hill Canvas and bricks – Photo by Howard

Videos of Wantage & Grove

Here’s a chance to check out the range of great places to eat and drink we have in Wantage and Grove. They’re showcased in a new series of short films that give residents and visitors an insight into the choices

Wantage Mummers

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About Wantage

The town of Wantage has a long and storied history, stretching back to Saxon times when it was known as Wanetinga. It became an important market town in 1141 and was granted a royal charter by King Henry III in 1206, allowing the townspeople to hold markets and fairs.

The town of Wantage, Oxfordshire in World War II

Table of Contents Introduction Pre-War Wantage Wartime Wantage Air Raid Precautions Evacuation Military Presence Food and Rationing Victory Celebrations Impact of the War Conclusion References Introduction Wantage is a market town located in the county of Oxfordshire in England. The

Wantage in WW1

World War 1 played a significant role in the history of Wantage, a market town located in Oxfordshire, England. During the early part of the 20th century, Wantage served as an important recruiting ground for soldiers who were eager to

Wantage before the 7th Century

Wantage is a small town tucked away in the beautiful English countryside of Oxfordshire. It has a rich history, dating back centuries before the 7th century. The earliest evidence of settlement in Wantage dates back to Neolithic times and there

Wantage in the 8th Century

The small market town of Wantage, located in Oxfordshire, has a rich and interesting history that stretches back to the 8th century. According to records, Wantage was first mentioned as “Wandesiege” in the 8th century, which is thought to refer

Wantage in the 9th Century

The small Oxfordshire town of Wantage has a rich and vibrant history stretching back to the 9th century. During this time, Wantage was an important market town in which goods, services and livestock were traded and exchanged. The town was

Wantage in the 10th Century

Wantage has a long and fascinating history, dating back to the 1000s. During this time, Wantage was an important agricultural settlement situated in the Vale of White Horse in Oxfordshire. In 1011, King Aethelred the Unready granted a charter to

Wantage in the 11th Century

The town of Wantage in the 1100s was a bustling and vibrant community. Located in Oxfordshire, it was one of the most important towns of its time; a centre of trade for local people and travelers alike. The town had

Wantage in the 12th Century

The English town of Wantage has a deep and rich history that dates back to the early 1200s. During this period, it served as an important trading center for both local goods and goods from abroad. The town was situated

Wantage in the 13th Century

The town of Wantage in Oxfordshire has a long and rich history, reaching back to the 1300s. In 1347, it was granted its first charter from King Edward III, giving it a range of rights and privileges such as the

Wantage in the 14th Century

The small market town of Wantage has a long and interesting history that dates back to the 1400s. At that time, it was part of the royal manor of Ulvritone, which was established by King Alfred the Great in 871.

Wantage in the 15th Century

The 1500s were a tumultuous time in the history of Wantage, a small town located in England. During this period, Wantage was transformed from a hamlet to an important market town. Situated at the foot of the Berkshire Downs, Wantage

Wantage in the 16th Century

The small town of Wantage in Oxfordshire has deep roots that date back to the 1600s. First mentioned in documents during the late 11th century, the area is believed to have been inhabited since the Roman times. During the 1600s,

Wantage in the 17th Century

Wantage, an idyllic Oxfordshire market town, has a long and rich history dating back to the 1700s. In the early eighteenth century, Wantage was a small but prosperous agricultural village situated in the Vale of White Horse. Agriculture formed the

Wantage in the 18th Century

The small market town of Wantage has a long and rich history, dating back to the 1800s. Located in the Vale of White Horse district in Oxfordshire, it was originally known as “Wænta” – an old English name meaning “hill

Wantage in the 19th Century

The town of Wantage, located in the English county of Oxfordshire, has a long and rich history stretching back to the early 1900s. During this period, it was an important crossroads between London and Oxford. The town also had a

The Royal Scots Guards Visit Wantage

The Royal Scots Guards visited Wantage in 2011 to commemorate the 350th Anniversary of the Battle of Edgehill. The visit was part of a special program that included several military units visiting England, including a flyover by the Red Arrows