Abingdon-on-Thames (/ ˈæbɪŋdən / AB-ing-dən), commonly known as Abingdon, is a historic market town and civil parish [2] on the River Thames in the Vale of the White Horse district of Oxfordshire, England.

Located 6 miles south of Oxford, Abingdon-on-Thames is a quaint, bustling market town nestled on the river Thames just waiting to be explored. Steeped in history and dating back to the Saxon era, Abingdon-On-Thames is a rare gem.

May 1, 2023 · When the sun is shining there’s no finer place to be than by the Thames, watching the river traffic floating by, ambling along to the quaint Abingdon Lock or taking little ones to the lido and splash park at Abbey Meadow.

Feb 13, 2025 · Abingdon-on-Thames, town (parish), Vale of White Horse district, administrative county of Oxfordshire, historic county of Berkshire, south-central England. It lies south of Oxford at the confluence of the Rivers Thames and Ock.

You can discover more about Abingdon-on-Thames, the historic, modern market town set in rural Oxfordshire using the links to the right to find out about the ancient streets, riverside walks,...

Welcome to Abingdon-on-Thames, the historic market town set in rural Oxfordshire next to the Thames and near to Oxford. Browse this website to discover more about the ancient streets and...

Jan 2, 2025 · Abingdon is a quaint, bustling market town nestled on the River Thames. Abingdon is steeped in history dating back to the Saxon era and a rare gem holding claim to ‘the oldest continuously inhabited town in England’. Stroll around and soak in the wealth of architecture and historical treasures.

Abingdon-on-Thames has a strong claim to be England’s oldest town. Archaeological digs have shown that this was one of the earliest areas in which our hunter-gatherer ancestors first...

Abingdon–on–Thames, a quaint, bustling market town nestled on the river Thames just waiting to be explored, 6 miles south of Oxford. Steeped in history and dating back to the Saxon era, Abingdon-On-Thames is a rare gem.

There’s no shortage of things to do in Abingdon, with historic buildings, stunning river walks, and so much more! Known for its unique market towns, the South of England is a treasure trove of delightful places to explore. And nestled among them is Abingdon, a perfect example of Oxfordshire’s charm.