High Wycombe is a major town in Buckinghamshire, situated in the Wycombe Valley between London and the Chiltern Hills. The town developed as a market centre and became internationally associated with furniture manufacturing, particularly chairmaking, during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Its position on important routes between London and the west of England contributed to continued growth.
High Wycombe: Historical sights and information
Facts about High Wycombe
- Latitude:
- 51.629449
- Longitude:
- -0.749463
- GPS Coordinates:
- 51°38' N, 00°45' W
The historical and tourist significance of the town
The Wycombe Museum explores the town's history, including its important furniture-making and chairmaking traditions. The Rye and Hughenden Park provide attractive green spaces, while the surrounding Chiltern Hills contain numerous historic villages, estates and woodland landscapes.
Hughenden, the former home of Victorian statesman Benjamin Disraeli, is one of the area's most significant heritage attractions. The Chilterns offer extensive opportunities for walking and cycling, while nearby Marlow and the River Thames provide further scenic and cultural attractions.
Food and shopping
High Wycombe has extensive shopping facilities, cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs, bakeries, supermarkets and independent retailers. The wider Buckinghamshire region is known for local meats, cheeses, fruit, vegetables and seasonal produce, while the town's diverse population contributes a broad international food scene. Spring through autumn is particularly suitable for exploring the Chiltern countryside and historic estates, while the town's commercial and cultural facilities remain active throughout the year.
Locations & Tours
Discover famous landmarks, historical sites and tourist attractions in High Wycombe.