No12 Jazz Lounge and Cocktail Bar, Langdale Court, to be precise…
In June 2021, No12’s proprietor Roger Smart took over the space that was known by locals as ‘Norton’s’. Since then, it has been Roger’s desire to bring a brand-new venue to Witney. “Officially, No12 Jazz Lounge is a cocktail and wine bar by night and coffee shop and café by day.” Explains Roger. “But really, we’re just a small team of people who love delicious things. I’m a great lover of jazz, so I wanted to make No12 a relaxed, welcoming, and ultimately comfortable venue for the people of Witney. The old Norton’s reputation is out, jazz is in!”
Sundays at No12
Every Sunday from 12pm, No12 serves a classic Sunday roast alongside live jazz music, performed by some of the county’s favourite artists that play in the likes of Ronnie Scott’s, 606 and Jazz Café.
Artists like…
Gemma Louise Doyle (gemma-doyle.com) A versatile artist, who appears live in Las Vegas, London, and other high-profile venues across the world. With an astounding four octave vocal range, Gemma has performed for Saudi Arabian royalty, the Prime Minister of Lebanon, and the likes of Jimmy Osmond.
Richard Snow as Elton John Vocal entertainer and pianist, Richard Snow has a regular gig with Sandy’s Piano Bar in Oxford but travels the world performing all styles of music at Crown Plaza Hotels. His talent includes delighting audiences performing as Elton John and Billy Joel as well as putting his own unique style to the music of The Carpenters.
Friday and Saturday
Live music or talented DJs play through the night for a unique evening out in Witney. This is when the shift from the old days to the new age of Witney jazz is felt most strongly. Soft velvet seating, richly coloured walls and ‘cocktail of the week’ awaits.
Thursday night jazz
Thursday nights at No12 are for jazz singers. From 8pm, guest performers set up for your evening entertainment while you enjoy a cocktail, wine, or beer at the bar.
There are a host of other events to welcome you to No12 – a venue like no other in town! How about business networking, bottomless brunch, or toddler group?
Look out on social media for pop-up nights such as authentic tapas, and gourmet burgers too. There’s even a regular meet-up for the Wych Craft knitting group! Walkers and their dogs from the nearby lake and country park are welcome and you can always drop in for a chat. Where else in Witney can you find an entertainment venue as diverse as this?
