Things to See and Do in Wantage
Also see our Wantage Information page to find maps, guides and so on
Beacon
Our main event event venue, with main hall, meeting rooms, cafe, bar and car park
Opera in Wantage
Encouraging enjoyment and understanding of Opera, Theatre, Ballet and other performing Arts.
Betjeman Millenium Park
Delightful, semi-wild park, with sculptures, information boards and Betjeman poems engraved in stone.
Places to Visit
Find out about the places of interest in Wantage, nearby and further afield.
Churches
There are several Christian churches in this area: C of E, Baptist, Methodist, Free Churches and Roman Catholic.
Sack House
Small museum, displaying the history of the canal, wharf and the building itself. Free but donations welcomed.
Festivals
Several annual festivals and other community celebrations take place in Wantage.
Vale and Downland Museum
Our museum in Church Street is of the highlights of Wantage. Plenty to see and also a lovely cafe and bookshop too.
Folk Music and Dance
Wantage has a thriving folk music and culture, from ceilidh bands, dance troupes and folk music sessions.
Walking and Cycling
It’s a lovely part of the country, so take a look at the cycle and walking routes.
Library
Local library is 2 minutes from Waitrose. A Home Library Service is available for those who can’t get out.
Wantage Presents
Saturday morning busking outside The Bear; raising smiles and cash for our lovely community.