Abingdon on Thames (or as locals call it, just Abingdon) is a civil parish town in the Vale of the White Horse, just below Old Berkshire Downs.
Surrounded by miles of the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Wessex Downs, Abingdon sits on three rivers and has a wealth of history.
Just over an hour and a half from London by car, you can also get to Abingdon by train in less than two hours.
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Why you should visit the Oxfordshire market town of Abingdon
Whether you fancy a break from London and want an easy weekend or fancy a weekend of long walks, Abingdon is the perfect place.
According to Abingdon-on-Thames Town Council, the town is filled with ancient buildings that are jammed with “character and charm”.
With plenty to discover and enjoy, the town council encourages guests to visit the Information Centre in the Roysse Court Office to pick up a free map guide.
For fans of history, you can visit the Abingdon County Museum in the County Hall, which tells the story of the town and the surrounding areas’ past.
You won’t go hungry in Abingdon, with plenty of places to enjoy a meal, including the Riverside Cafe, Que Pasa, a Tapas bar, and Bella Napoli Abingdon Restaurant & Pizzeria.
Abingdon Riverside Cafe has an impressive 4.8 rating on Tripadvisor, with one guest sharing: “Beautiful little café located right on the river.
“Amazing food that was incredibly nice and very well priced.
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“The café has an amazing little garden, which is great when the sun is out.
“Lovely staff and amazing quality food with a great range on the menu.”
There are also plenty of places to stay in and around Abingdon, including Hilton Garden Inn, The Crown & Thistle and the Old Abbey House Hotel.
