If you’re after a good cafe in Banbury town centre, this is us saying hello. Blossom is an independent cafe on South Bar Street, a short walk from Banbury Cross and the shops. We open at 8:30am on weekdays, and 9am at weekends. There’s a pottery painting studio here too. You don’t need a paintbrush in your hand to come in for a coffee.
The coffee
Our coffee comes from The Oxford Coffee Company, an independent roaster here in Oxfordshire. Our house espresso is their Fazenda blend from Brazil. It’s smooth and chocolatey rather than sharp, the kind of coffee that’s easy to drink slowly, which suits a place where people tend to linger.
It makes a lovely flat white, and it holds its own as a latte, cappuccino or americano. Oat milk is always in the fridge, and you can take your drink away if you’re on the move.
Not a coffee drinker? We’ve got you.
The counter isn’t only about espresso. There’s a proper range of teas, from breakfast tea to herbal and fruit blends, as well as hot chocolate and matcha. For something cooler, choose from our iced drinks, soft drinks and juices. Whatever you fancy, there’s something to sip while you catch up or get creative.
Somewhere to settle in
We’ve tried to make Blossom the sort of place you’d want to stay a while. It’s calm, it’s warm, and there’s always something on the pottery shelves to catch your eye. In the mornings especially, it’s a lovely spot to open a laptop and get some work done with a coffee at your elbow.
It works just as well for a long catch-up with a friend, a quiet hour with a book or a coffee date. There’s something to look at, something to talk about, and if you’re in the mood, a pottery painting session can be part of the afternoon too. Dogs are welcome.
Coming in just for coffee
The cafe opens at 8:30am on weekdays, and 9am at weekends. We close at 4pm on weekdays and 5pm at weekends. Painting sessions start at 9am, but throughout the day you’re welcome to sit with a drink whether or not you’re painting. Nobody will hand you a brush unless you ask for one.
If you do book a painting session, your £5 studio fee includes a drink. Pottery pieces are chosen separately, with prices from £14.
Getting here
You’ll find us at The Studio, Rear Office, 18 S Bar St, Banbury OX16 9AF. There’s no parking at the cafe itself, but town centre car parks are a short walk away, as is Banbury station.
We’re open 8:30am to 4pm on weekdays, and 9am to 5pm at weekends. You can also book private events. Events can also be held outside opening hours. Our visit page has the address and directions.
The pottery, if you’re curious
You pick a piece from the shelves, paint it at one of our tables, and leave it with us to glaze and fire. It’s usually ready to collect 10–14 days later. Our first-visit guide covers how it works and what it costs, or you can get in touch with any questions.
Or just come in for the coffee. That’s what it’s there for.
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