North Leigh Library

A proper village library tucked away in North Leigh, just outside Witney in Oxfordshire. It's the sort of place that actually serves its community rather than pretending to be a cultural attraction, which is exactly why it's worth knowing about if you're camping nearby.

The library itself is small and straightforward - you'll find local books, a bit of history about the village, and friendly staff who know everyone who walks through the door. There's nothing flashy about it, and that's rather the point. It's the kind of spot where you can pick up a decent novel for your caravan evening or grab some information about walks in the Cotswolds without the fuss of somewhere busier.

Opening hours are limited - Wednesday and Friday afternoons, Saturday mornings - so you'll need to time it right. Don't expect long queues or queuing culture; you might have the place to yourself. It's genuinely free to use, as libraries should be.

Not everyone will make a special trip for this. History buffs and serious walkers heading into the Cotswolds might appreciate a quick stop to grab maps or a guidebook before heading out. If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Cotswold Edge or Cotswold View are close by - it's handy for rainy afternoons when the kids need something quiet. Witney itself, a few miles away, has more to offer if you need a proper day out. But for a small-town library experience that actually reflects how villages tick, North Leigh does the job.