Wallingford, in the county of Oxford, is probably the best-known setting for "Inspector Barnaby". The city is the inspiration for the location "Causton" in the series. In the market town on the banks of the River Thames, the main character, Barnaby, is often seen walking.

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Arguably England's best-known crime writer, Agatha Christie spent part of her life in the small town of Wallingford, Oxfordshire, where she died on January 12, 1976.

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The market place, which dates from Saxon times, hosts four markets selling everything from fruit and vegetables to unique crafts and gifts.

Charter Market: Wallingford’s oldest market, in operation since 12th Century. Takes place every Friday all day in the Market Place.

Independent Market: Selling local produce. Every third Tuesday and first and fifth Saturday in the Market Place from 8.30am to 1pm.
Country Market: Selling genuinely homemade produce. Fridays 9.30am to 12 noon in St Mary Le-More Church.

Local Producers Market: All products are grown, farmed and produced within 30 miles. Saturdays 10am to 12noon.

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Location: Wallingford, South Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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