Trading in Burford since 1967.
The voluntary organisation that supports and represents the shops, inns, professionals and tradespeople of the gateway to the Cotswolds.
A small town with a very long trading history.
The Burford Chamber of Trade was launched in 1967 by local business owners. We are a voluntary organisation offering support and representation for local businesses in our beautiful, small town.
Burford's merchants were granted a charter to hold their own markets over 900 years ago. Today that tradition lives on in the independent shops, galleries, inns and restaurants of the High Street and beyond.
Whether you trade here or visit here.
For businesses
Join around 100 local businesses. Be listed in the directory, share offers with members and have a say on the future of the town.
Become a member →For visitors
Find shops, places to eat and stay, and local services.
Browse the directory →What's on
Networking, the AGM, town events and neighbourhood plan meetings.
See events →Why tourism matters here.
Many thousands of visitors come each year to enjoy Burford's Cotswold architecture and history. They shop, eat, stay and spend, and that supports the independent businesses that make the town what it is.
Shops and galleries
RetailLuxury and everyday goods for residents and visitors.
Inns and restaurants
HospitalityA long history of welcoming people to the town.
Professionals and trades
ServicesThe businesses behind the scenes that keep Burford running.
Put your business on Burford's official website.
Join the Chamber to be listed in the directory and to share offers with other members.
Become a member →Our story
The Burford Chamber of Trade was launched in 1967 by local business owners and is a voluntary organisation offering support and representation for local businesses in our beautiful, small town.
We have around 100 members currently, serving a busy community of approximately 1200 residents together with many thousands of tourists who visit each year to appreciate the stunning Cotswolds architecture and history.
The town merchants were granted a charter to hold their own markets over 900 years ago, establishing a long tradition in the provision of both luxury and essential goods for residents and visitors.
Tourism has promoted a thriving history of hospitality and the emergence of exclusive shops, galleries and restaurants to cater for local and international tastes. As the gateway to the Cotswolds, Burford is an ideal location for both business and visitors alike, and we are delighted to encourage new members to join our Chamber and to promote their businesses on our official website accordingly.
The Ramping Cat of Burford.
The Chamber of Trade logo is based on the old Burford seal, depicting the 'Ramping Cat' of Burford or, more accurately, the lion rampant gardant who is seen upright and facing the viewer. This is taken from the badge of Robert FitzHamon, who granted the original charter. The logo was reworked in 2014 to update the design whilst maintaining its historical significance.
Led by Tony Jones.
Tony Jones DipPFS chairs the Chamber. If you have a question, an idea or a concern about trading in Burford, he is the person to talk to.
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News and notices from the Chamber also go out on LinkedIn.
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New members are being added. Want to appear here? Join the Chamber.
Public offers
Open to everyone. A good reason to visit, shop and stay in Burford.
Members-only offers
Offers one member business makes to others. Each business chooses whether its offer is public or for members only.
Hector & Queen
10% off for Chamber members
In store at 134b High Street, or online with the member code at checkout. Click and collect is available, and delivery is free in and around Burford.
The Burford Recruitment Company
10% off permanent recruitment fees for Chamber members
The first offers are on their way.
Members are being invited to share their offers now. They will appear here as they are confirmed.
Offer a discount to members →Annual General Meeting
The Chamber's yearly meeting for members.
Business networking
Meet other Burford businesses in person.
Burford fireworks
A town event for residents and visitors.
Burford festival
A celebration of the town.
Dates are added here as soon as they are confirmed.
The Burford neighbourhood plan.
Neighbourhood plan meetings and updates are listed here, so Burford businesses can follow what is being planned for the town and take part.
Meeting dates and documents will be added as they are published.
Coach length restriction on Priory Lane
Oxfordshire County Council has approved a 12-metre length restriction for coaches on Priory Lane. Burford Town Council has recommended the restriction go ahead before the two-year period from the first consultation, in December 2024, runs out. Local retailers will feel the effect of fewer coach visitors.
More updates on our LinkedIn page ↗
Why join
- A place among around 100 local businesses.
- Your business in the directory on the Chamber's official website.
- The chance to share offers and discounts with members and the public.
- Meetings, networking and a collective voice on the future of the town.
- Chair
- Tony Jones DipPFS
- Burford Chamber of Trade ↗