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Abingdon's history will show you striking architecture, museums and a varied cultural life. Treat yourself by shopping in the stylish boutiques, visit the theatre or immerse yourself in the town’s contemporary art.
To appreciate our beautiful riverside location, take a stroll along the towpath or hire a punt down The Thames. With our private moorings, make a day of it – hiring a punt further down stream and stopping for drinks or a meal at the Upper Reaches.
The whole area is steeped in history and Abingdon is believed to be the oldest permanently occupied town in England. We are a stones throw from the rich sites of Oxford, glorious Blenheim Palace and the far more modern shopping experience of Bicester Village. There are also numerous theatres, museums, historic churches and the classic Didcot steam railway nearby. Two excellent golf courses are a short drive away, as is the classic boating town of Henley-on-Thames.
Abingdon AbbeyAbingdon Abbey was destroyed by Henry VIII
Blenheim PalaceBlenheim Palace, home to 11th Duke of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, offers a memorable day out.
County Hall Abingdon Market Square Described as ‘the grandest town hall in England’ by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner, the County Hall forms a central focus to the town centre.
Milton Manor House An elegant 18th century house built by Inigo Jones for Bryant Barrett, lacemaker to King George III. The house is set in a splendid garden location with two lakes and enjoyable woodland walks
Oxford CastleFor the first time in 1000 years, the secrets of Oxford Castle have been Unlocked.
St Helens ChurchSt Helen's Church is situated by the river in the centre of Abingdon, an extraordinary building which has been actively used for many centuries.
St Nicolas ChurchSt. Nicolas' church is one of the few remaining parts of the great Benedictine Abbey of St. Mary at Abingdon, and was the final part of the rebuilding, of the abbey in the twelfth century, largely associated with Abbot Faritius (1100 - 1117) and his successor Abbot Vincent (1121 - 30).