Celebrating Village Life

Simply enjoy a stroll around Burnham High Street and it’s clear that the South Bucks village has a strong sense of community.

SITTING as it does between Maidenhead and Slough, both of which are in Berkshire, the South Bucks village of Burnham could have easily been swallowed up over the years. But adjoining the majestic Burnham Beeches, it’s kept a traditional identity, particularly in the High Street area where truly local shops and interesting architecture remind us still of times past.

Some buildings date back to the 17th and 18th century and parts of others are even older, such as St Peter’s Church with its roots in the 12th century. It’s been a busy little place for over 200 years, although the blacksmiths, saddlers, tailors and shoemakers have given way to more modern delights. Even so, many of the intriguing little stores ensure ‘window shopping’ is a tempting treat. Burnham Business Association supports all this with events and projects throughout the year. And there’s small market every Wednesday from 8am to 3pm.