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Abingdon County Hall, Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

Abingdon-on-Thames Area Guide

A historic market town located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England.

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Welcome to Abingdon-on-Thames

Nestled between Oxford and Didcot on the banks of the River Thames, Abingdon is a gorgeous market town in the heart of Oxfordshire that perfectly marries a rural lifestyle with connections to the city.

A market town with a rich history, Abingdon has been around at least since the foundation of Abingdon Abbey in the Saxon times, but has been occupied since at least the Iron Age. An area steeped in tradition and culture, from commemorative bun-throwing ceremonies to being the origin place of Radiohead, Abingdon is a vibrant place perfect for young families and people looking to move away from the fast pace of the city.

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Close up of yellow handrail ring for standing passenger inside a bus

Transport

Abingdon is a hotspot for commuters who work in Oxford and London, offering convenient transport links to these major cities. The nearby Didcot Station offers direct connection to Oxford, Reading and London, all of which are reachable in under an hour.

Abingdon is also well-connected by road, with Oxford 20 minutes to the north and Newbury 30 minutes to the south, both along with A34. It is also the perfectly located for those looking to work at the nearby Harwell Science Campus.

Leisure

Abingdon offers a delightful range of activities and attractions for residents and visitors alike. One of Abingdon's main attractions is of course its location on the banks of the River Thames. As well as being a gorgeous spot for riverside walks and a thriving canoe scene, it's also home to Abingdon Lock, the oldest surviving lock chamber in the UK.

The town's bustling high street has a fair mix of well-known brands like Waitrose alongside independent businesses, as well as a weekly market that has been running since 1556. The town centre also closes down for two days every October for the Michaelmas Fair, the longest street fair in Europe which has origns dating back to the 1300s Black Death. 

River Thames in Abingdon town near Oxford city

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Richard Fincham

Written by Richard Fincham