Abingdon-on-Thames is a historic market town set in rural Oxfordshire. As the name suggests, the river Thames runs right through the centre of this picturesque town, giving yet another reason to make it a stop off for a visit.
With riverside walks, ancient winding streets, pubs galore and plenty of shops to browse, it is certainly worth a visit.
Abingdon-on-Thames has a claim on being the oldest town in England. There is a neolithic settlement here and archaeological evidence of the town developing on this site over thousands of years. Only Cseltic settlements in Scotland and Wales are more ancient than Abingdon*. (*information from Discover Abingdon)
The riverside stretches at Abingdon are worth a ramble to, with routes long and short to suit every taste. Or why not just amble down into the meadows and have a picnic?
Find out more about what Abingdon has to offer by following these links:
Discover Abingdon - Abingdon on Thames Town Council
Visitor Information Centre can be found on Bridge Street, Abingdon (OX14 3HU) or email enquiries@abingdon.gov.uk
