Buckingham
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Once the county town of Buckinghamshire, as granted by Alfred the Great, Buckingham
has had an abundance of historical references throughout the centuries. The town is characterised by its fine array of Georgian buildings and the Old Gaol and Town Hall.
The Old Gaol was one of the first purpose-built county gaols in England but today it houses a museum telling the complete history of Buckingham. You can find fascinating displays ranging from the Jurassic period through to the Viking occupation and on to the rich industrial history
of the lace making era. The Gaol also contains the local tourist information office.
The tightly interwoven streets of the town are perfect for a gentle stroll to discover the many specialist shops, pubs and restaurants they contain. You can also take a walk up to the hill-top parish church of St Peter and St Paul or visit the Chantry Chapel, famous for being the oldest building in the town and for its unique Norman doorway.
Markets still play an important part in the town today with a street market every Tuesday and Saturday, and a local Farmers’ Market on the first Tuesday of the month. The town also hosts
a country market, flea market, craft market and an annual French market.
A full programme of events throughout the year ensures you’ll never be short of something to do. Summer festivals, heritage open days, annual Charter Fair, music concerts, exhibitions and an annual firework display, all make Buckingham an exciting place to visit whatever the time of year.
Venturing just out of town, Stowe Landscape Gardens has been described as one of the greatest ever English landscape gardens. Explore over 40 monuments, temples and secret corners and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of ornamental lakes, wooded valleys and spectacular views.
Buckingham makes the perfect base to explore what this exceptional county has to offer.
For more information, visit the official tourism website for Buckingham
