The Best Things To Do In Bicester Village

Situated less than 15 miles away from the university town of Oxford, Bicester Village is like something out of a fairy tale. If the luxury designer outlet’s carefully cultivated landscape isn’t impressive enough, discounts of up to 60% off recommended retail prices are sure to lure.

Cycle through Oxfordshire

There are a few sports stores around Bicester Village, but Rapha is particularly noteworthy. Not only does it claim to have the best coffee in the village – you be the judge – but it also offers bike rides through the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside on Thursdays and Sundays. The Sunday rides are themed and St Patrick’s Day 2018 saw cyclists embark on an elaborate shamrock-shaped route.

Borrow a dog stroller

Kit out the kids in style

While there is an abundance of shops in Bicester Village that are great for updating adult wardrobes, it’s important not to forget the kids. Lots of the big brands have kids’ sections or even entire stores devoted to tots, such as Polo Ralph Lauren Children, but there are also stores like Bon Point that specialise in childrenswear and are well worth checking out too.

Get a bite to eat

Shopping is hungry work, so it’s only right that Bicester Village provides plenty of places to eat. There are options for all tastes, appetites and budgets. Le Pain Quotidien and the Soho House group’s Farmshop cater to more refined palates, while more affordable dining options can be found with the likes of Pret-a-Manger, Dumplings and Rice, Simply Noodles, Roti Roti and Manja Street Food.

Make a house a home

Looking to improve the feng shui at home? There’s plenty to consider at Bicester Village. The White Company offers a diverse range of products including bedding towels, vases, jars, photo frames and fragrances – and that’s just one store. Be sure to browse the Penhaligon’s, Emma Bridgewater, Villeroy & Boch Molton Brown, L’Occitane en Provence, Zwilling J.A. Henckels and The Cosmetics Company Store for everything from fragrances and candles to bathroom products and kitchen ceramics.

Revamp your wardrobe

Bicester Village’s whole raison d’etre is luxury shopping. Offering discounts of up to 60% off high-street prices, the village boasts a plentiful plethora of places to pick up some fresh designer apparel at great prices. Bicester Village is one kilometre long, so it’s well worth wearing shoes you can walk in.

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