Witney is an attractive town steeped in history, with good modern amenities and a bustling community life. There are fine buildings surrounding the ancient Buttercross and a twice weekly market. There are two major health centres in the town with others on the periphery and an excellent choice of primary and secondary schools, including faith schools. Witney Lakes Resort has a golf course, health club and swimming pool and there is also a community leisure centre. The Woolgate Centre and Marriotts Walk together with other smaller shopping areas provide an excellent variety of shops including Marks & Spencer, a Multi-Screen Cinema and many restaurants and food outlets. Public transport is available from outlying villages and from Witney to Oxford.