For years, the WBA has supported and promoted the vibrant mix of businesses that make Watlington special. Our members include retailers, professionals, tradespeople, and local entrepreneurs — all working together to help our town thrive.
We provide a forum for collaboration, advocacy, and growth, representing members’ interests on key local issues such as parking, highways, and business rates.
We provide a forum for collaboration, advocacy, and growth, representing members’ interests on key local issues such as parking, highways, and business rates.
Who we are.
We’re a voluntary, not-for-profit organisation run by local business owners for the benefit of the whole community.
Our goal is simple: to help Watlington’s businesses connect, collaborate, and succeed. We’re always looking for new members — especially those who’d like to play an active role on our management committee. If you own or run a business in or around Watlington, we’d love you to join us. |
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What we do.
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🎄 Host major community events – including the hugely popular Watlington Christmas Market, which grows every year.
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🎨 Founded Watlington Art Weeks, bringing together over 40 local artists across 20+ venues.
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📣 Promote Watlington as a destination for visitors and a thriving place to live and work.
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💚 Support local causes – donating 50% of our profits from the Christmas Market raffle annually to youth groups and charities through out Community Fund.
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📖 Maintain a local business directory to help customers find and support local services.
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🤝 Offer exclusive member events, networking, and promotions.
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🛍️ Shop local. 🎉 Win local. 💚 Love local.The Visit Watlington Loyalty Scheme celebrates our amazing independent retailers and rewards customers for supporting them. Every time you spend £25 or more at participating shops, you’ll collect a stamp — and when your card is full, you’ll be entered into our prize draw for the chance to win fantastic local prizes.
Our first winner, Nigel Burt, said he was “over the moon” with his prizes, having been a loyal supporter of Watlington’s shops for many years! Pick up your loyalty card, featuring artwork by Harriet Riddell, from any participating retailer and start collecting today. |
Why we exist.
Our purpose is to help local businesses grow and connect while making Watlington an even better place to live, work, and visit.
We act as a collective voice for our members, working with local authorities and community partners to make sure Watlington’s businesses are heard and supported.
We act as a collective voice for our members, working with local authorities and community partners to make sure Watlington’s businesses are heard and supported.
Helping local businesses thrive while keeping Watlington’s community strong.
Visit Watlington.
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If Watlington looks familiar, it’s because you’ve seen it on TV! The town regularly features in the hit detective series Midsomer Murders.
Nestled at the foot of the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Watlington is surrounded by scenic walks, local produce, and the famous Red Kites soaring overhead. Enjoy quirky places to stay, cosy cafés, and plenty of options to eat in, take away, or picnic nearby. To help you explore, visit our dedicated tourism platform Visit Watlington created by Watlington Business Association with funding from local council grants and support from business advertising. It’s designed to promote Watlington far and wide, serving as a valuable hub for local businesses, tourists, and the community alike. If you’re a fan of Midsomer Murders, download our self-guided walking trail map below to discover filming locations used in the series. |
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Discover the charm of Oxfordshire’s friendliest market town. Watlington — where small-town charm meets big-screen fame.
Join the Watlington Business Association.
Be part of a growing network of local entrepreneurs, retailers, and professionals working together to make Watlington thrive.
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