Oxfordshire is a tourist hotspot, attracting many families and groups of tourists every year. From the historical buildings to the beautiful scenery, it’s no surprise that the county is so popular for weekend trips and planned holidays. Another reason to visit Oxfordshire is the wide selection of activities to enjoy on your own. 

Whether you’ve recently relocated to the historic county or you’re visiting on holiday, there are many activities to enjoy solo. Consider the following as a starting point. 

Stroll through Port Meadows 

Located just west of Oxford city centre, Port Meadows offers a wonderful view of the Thames River and some of Oxford’s famous landmarks. It’s a great place to take a walk or go for a jog, and there are plenty of places to sit and relax if you need a break. 

Explore the vintage shops 

If you’re looking for a unique shopping experience, Oxford is the place to be. The city is home to a selection of vintage shops, which offer everything from clothes and accessories to furniture and home decor. Exploring these stores is a fun way to spend an afternoon on your own. 

Browse the stalls at the Covered Market 

Visiting the Covered Market is a great way to mingle with other people as a solo visitor, providing a place to browse the stalls and find unique gifts. There are many different vendors, each with their own specialities, including food, clothing and music.  

Join a walking tour 

There are so many sights to see around Oxfordshire, made even more fascinating when you understand the history behind the buildings and the stories behind the structures. Joining a walking tour is a fun way to see these sights, learn about the area’s history and maybe even make a few friends.  

Soak up nature in the University of Oxford’s Botanic Garden 

The University of Oxford’s botanic garden is the oldest in the UK, dating back to 1621. The garden is a popular tourist attraction and is open to the public year-round. It features a variety of gardens, including a rainforest, a specialist plant nursery, and a herbarium. If you’re looking for a beautiful and alluring place to relax, Oxford’s botanic garden is a great option. 

If you’ve recently settled in Oxfordshire and need a helping hand, then our friendly team at Wigwam Self Storage is happy to help. Our personal storage solutions are a cost-effective extension of the home, storing items during a move, while downsizing or as a student on holiday. Give us a call at 01608 565 300 to find out more. 

Written by
Simon Fothergill

Simon Fothergill has more than 20 years of experience in the UK self storage industry and is Managing Director of Wigwam Storage. He writes practical, easy-to-follow advice to help customers make the most of self storage, whether they are moving house, decluttering, renovating, storing business stock or simply needing extra space. With a long background in self storage operations and customer service, Simon shares useful self storage tips, packing advice and storage solutions designed to make storage simple, flexible and stress-free.

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Bruce Joynes
2 days ago
Very glad we chose Wigwam. everything ran smoothly and the unit is perfect.
Lovely clean place and the app was faultless.
Highly recommended.
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Lisa Anderton
1 week ago
Very easy transaction via phone/email to book a unit. Very pleasant helpful staff during initial contact.
Once contract in place very easy app use to access site and unit, very clear easy to follow instructions. Very happy and would definitely recommend
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Clarissa Ardy
1 week ago
Wigman Self Storage consistently delivers superb customer service. I received comprehensive assistance throughout the process of securing my storage unit. The facility is impeccably clean, and the procedure was straightforward. The staff I interacted with over the phone were consistently polite, making the entire experience thus far truly marvelous. I highly recommend Wigman Self Storage to anyone in need of storage solutions.
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hedi fakhfakh
2 weeks ago
Easy quick no hassle
Easy to set up and access the location. Friendly and helpful staff.
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Jeanine Hirschl
3 weeks ago
I left a well-known storage unit for Wigwam, mainly because of cost, wigwam are more reasonable, the unit is clean and is entry availablity is upto 10pm. You work off an app that allows entry not only to the building also to your rented unit. It is safe, No fear of loosing keys. The staff very helpful. Highly recommended.
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Bryan Sujana
3 weeks ago
Wished they would tell me the actual total of my 4 months rent and wasn't off by £40+ so I had to redo my budgeting :( other than that great place great staff and the storage is clean and secure👍
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Lydia Ebiuwhe
3 weeks ago
Lenny was great at helping me get my storage over the phone, and was engaging and fun. I also received some help from a nice guy at the location; I think his name is Adam, a very lovely fellow. Friendly staff they've got. First time using a storage unit, and it was seamless to set up and easy to use the app without any confusion. The price was also really affordable, beyond what I assumed it would be, and I still got a 50% discount for the first 8 weeks. I highly recommend Wigwam.
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Sue Hazell
3 weeks ago
Excellent Service & product !
Very easy access with parking right outside the door.
Plenty of trolleys, so no need for muscles ! It maybe a little more expensive than some others, BUT the cleanliness & ease of use perfect.
The staff are VERY patient, explaining how each unit works.
It is great to know the manned office hours & how to make contact if not.
Plenty of accessible hours too.
Ps.... they do like a biscuit or 2 in the office I hear !
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J J
4 weeks ago
Really easy to deal with, Lenny was very helpful and I would recommend.
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Chris Hathaway
4 weeks ago
Really good, staff very helpful.
Units were good and secure.
only critisms - lights turned off automatically too quickly and no onsite toilet.
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Sara Hardy
4 weeks ago
Very happy with the service. The staff are very helpful and friendly and explain the whole process right from the start. I can access my belongings easily via an app, which is easy to use.
I Highly recommended this company.