High Wycombe
Things to do in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
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High Wycombe draws visitors with a mix of family attractions and local history. Hughenden, a National Trust property rated 4.6 from over 4,400 reviews, sits near the town and offers the kind of substantial day out that justifies a trip. For families with younger children, Odds Farm Park (4.5 from nearly 3,000 reviews) provides hands-on activities, while Rush by AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park (4.3 from over 1,600 reviews) caters to those looking to burn energy indoors. The town centre has a cinema and bowling alley, both well-reviewed, giving visitors indoor options on less cooperative days.
Where to stay in High Wycombe(12)
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Accommodation is straightforward. A dozen or so hotels and guest houses cluster around the town, mostly chain hotels like the Holiday Inn (4.3 from 1,897 reviews) near Junction 4 of the M40, and the Premier Inn branches in the centre and towards Beaconsfield. Two campsites—Penn Meadow Farm (4.6 from 143 reviews) and The Black Horse (4.3 from 240 reviews)—offer alternatives for those who want to pitch rather than book a room. These are small operations but both maintain solid ratings.
Abbey Lodge Hotel
17 Priory Road, High Wycombe
Buckingham Hotel
156 West Wycombe Road, High Wycombe
Clifton Lodge Hotel
210 West Wycombe Road, High Wycombe
George and Dragon Hotel West Wycombe
High Street, High Wycombe
Hampton by Hilton High Wycombe
Hub Marlow Hill, High Wycombe
Holiday Inn High Wycombe M40 Jct 4
Handycross, High Wycombe
OYO Chriss Motel
Wycombe Road, High Wycombe
Premier Inn High Wycombe Beaconsfield
Thanstead Farm, High Wycombe
Things to Do in High Wycombe(13)
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Where to Eat in High Wycombe(9)
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For eating, High Wycombe has scattered options rather than a concentrated dining scene. Burger Daddy BBQ & Smokehouse (4.4 from 865 reviews) stands out as a proper restaurant with decent reviews, while Shahs Halal Food is highly rated at 4.7 from 216 reviews. Chain fast food is available if needed. Sparks Cafe (4.3 from 73 reviews) offers a lighter alternative. The town works best as a base for exploring the surrounding countryside and National Trust properties, with comfortable mid-range hotels and enough to keep families occupied for a day or two.
Attractions Near High Wycombe
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2 mi
Hellfire Caves
West Wycombe · ⭐ 4.4
3 mi
Marlow Garden Centre
Marlow · ⭐ 4.2
4 mi
The Lemon Tree Pottery Cafe
Bourne End · ⭐ 5.0
Penn Woods
Amersham · ⭐ 4.7
4 mi
The Little Green Boat Company - Marlow
Marlow · ⭐ 4.1
4 mi
Longridge Activity Centre
Marlow · ⭐ 4.2
Swim @ Beaconsfield
Beaconsfield · ⭐ 5.0
5 mi
Bekonscot Model Village
Beaconsfield · ⭐ 4.7
Camping in High Wycombe(2)
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Self-Catering Cottages in High Wycombe
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2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,292
Little Willows
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £343
Barn Suite
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £403
The Library Suite
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £393
Woodland Lodge
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £617
Pheasants Hill Old Byre
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £493
The Cart Shed
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £981
Park Gate Apartment
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £752
Common questions about High Wycombe
How many campsites are there in High Wycombe?
We list 2 campsites in and around High Wycombe, of which 2 take tents.
Where can I stay in High Wycombe?
We list 12 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around High Wycombe.
What is there to do in High Wycombe?
We list 13 attractions and things to do in and around High Wycombe.
Where can I eat in High Wycombe?
We list 9 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around High Wycombe.
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