Abingdon on Thames
Abingdon on Thames is a quaint, bustling market town nestled on the river just 6 miles south of Oxford. The town is a delight to visit; stroll aroundand soak in the wealth of architecture, historical treasures, shopping, independent stores and of course the beautiful Thames river.
Steeped in history and dating back to the Saxon era, Abingdon-On-Thames is a rare gem. Holding claim to 'the oldest, continuously inhabited town in the UK'. Make sure you explore the site of the old Abingdon Abbey, which was supposedly founded in 675 by Cissa, viceroy of Centwine or his nephew Hean in honour of the Virgin Mary. Although nothing remains, the old Benedictine Abbey has a fascinating history.
Abingdon has a fantastic ceremonial tradition of bun throwing; where local dignitaries throw buns off the roof of the Abingdon Museum for huge crowds of people to catch in celebration specific days. The last occasion was 10th November 2018 to mark 100 years since the end of the First World War.
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