Oxenhope
Oxenhope is a Pennine village set in beautiful countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and windswept moorland. The village was a Victorian mill village and there are many buildings that showcase this period in Oxenhope's history.
Today there is much to be enjoyed in the village. Jump on board the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway and explore the village and surrounding countryside. At the station you'll find the Exhibition Shed, shop and buffet. Alternatively why not have lunch or a pint in one of the village pubs or explore the countryside. There are several walking routes to try and there's also a bridleway. The village also offers self-catering cottages and bed and breakfasts.
Things to see
From Railway Children film locations, to Victorian mill buildings, to atmospheric graveyards, there's lots to see. Visit St Marys for its William Morris stained glass or take a walk around the Reservoir.
Oxenhope Trail
Follow our self-guided trail and discover Oxenhope's history. Visit lots of locations across the village including Bents House (Railway Children location), various churches and the Old Parsonage.
Oxenhope Pubs and Restaurants
You're spoilt for choice when it comes to pubs. The Bay Horse Inn, the Dog and Gun, The Lamb and the Waggon and Horses are all good country pubs in Oxenhope; perfect for a drink or lunch, before, or after a walk.
Oxenhope Accommodation
For beautiful countryside and some peace and quiet choose an Oxenhope Bed & Breakfast or a cosy self catering cottage; Hawksbridge Lane, Honeysuckle Cottage and Well Head Cottage.
Oxenhope Walk, Cycle, Ride
There's an Oxenhope walk for all abilities from a short walk around Leeming and the reservoir to the Worth Way a 11 mile walk or a 5 ½ mile linear walk from the village to Keighley. If you like to cycle there are lots of quiet lanes and roads to explore and for horse riders there's the Haworth Circular, a ride across open moorland.
Oxenhope Events
There are lots of Keighley & Worth Valley Railway events and several are based at Oxenhope. Visit in June for the Rock and Rail Festival where you can enjoy live music at the Oxenhope Station Exhibition shed. In October its the Beer and Music Festival, a weekend of real ale and live music. Also not to be missed is the famous Oxenhope Straw Race in July. Find out more about all our events in Brontë Country.
What's On
1960s Weekend, the Keighley Show, Oakworth Gala, Oxenhope Strawrace, Halloween Weekend.....There's lots of events in Brontë Country.
Things to Do in Brontë Country
There's lots of things to do in Brontë Country. From shopping to the Brontë Parsonage Museum to long country walks.