Top Things to do in Abingdon
10 Sights & Landmarks in Abingdon That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Abingdon, United Kingdom including Millets Farm Falconry Centre, SPR-Expeditions Ltd, The Abbey Cinema, Abingdon Lock, Abingdon County Hall Museum, The Abbey Sutton Courtenay, Wittenham Clumps, Abingdon Abbey Buildings, Saint Helen's Church, Millets Farm Centre.
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1. Millets Farm Falconry Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 535 reviews
Millets Falconry Centre is the largest bird of prey and exotic animals Centre open to the public in Oxfordshire offering daily flying demonstrations and hands-on experiences. The Falconry Centre houses a diverse range of over 80 birds of prey including Owls, Hawks, Falcons, Eagles, Vultures and Kites. Open 10.30am - 4.30Pm with Daily Flying Displays. You can also see Meerkats, Skunks, Raccoon and Reptiles. Closed Monday's except school and bank holidays. Onsite at Millets Farm Centre
Reviewed By BromsgroveMum
We booked an excellent 'hawk walk' experience though Virgin for 3/4 hour. Just the two of us (in our 50s) and and the knowledgeable keeper Ross. We took a stroll to the falconry arena area then on to the public parkland/woods down the lane, with the harris hawk freely following by choice. We had the hawk land on our hand about 5 times each from the posts and trees. The experience includes entry to the falconry which is much bigger and better than we expected - loads of birds (including owls and vultures), and meerkats, skunks, racoons and ferrets - so spent the few hours there. All had great enclosures and were well looked after. Saw an impressive flight demonstration show in the arena too for about half an hour - not just the usual birds of prey - a little owl, kookaburra and cute running/jumping seriema too. The falconry centre is part of a big garden centre complex including a restaurant, cafe, farm shop, clothing, and a few outdoor farm animals (alpacas, rhea, goats) so you can make a whole day out. There's even a soft play, carousel and playground for young ones (though limited opening in Aug due to covid). Superb, and surpassed our expectations!!
2. SPR-Expeditions Ltd
3. The Abbey Cinema
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 114 reviews
The Abbey Cinema offers a state-of-the-art cinema experience on a huge nine metre projection screen, high-spec acoustic wall coverings and advanced Dolby 7.1 surround sound to enjoy all new releases in style. Alongside this brilliant technical set-up the cinema is hosted by a staff team of the most friendly and bubbly people who will make your cinema experience feel even more personal whoever you are. Offering a finely stocked bar, a hot food selection that will please even the fussiest of eaters, cinema seating and even cabaret style seating . Furthermore, as well as all the latest blockbusters screening 3-5 times per day, the space will also be used for hosting live events such as comedy, musical performances, film theme nights and live streams of National Theatre productions making our cinema a dynamic multi-use space.
Reviewed By 272clairef - Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
We love our local cinema. Being able to order gin and tonic to drink at your table; who knew cinema could be such a treat! Friendly helpful staff, good screen size and sound quality, soooo much better than the multiplex. It make going to see a film a great night out. Thank you all at the Abbey
4. Abingdon Lock
5. Abingdon County Hall Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Explore 6000 years of history in England’s oldest settlement. Abingdon Museum is in Abingdon’s historic centre, open 10am-4pm Tuesday to Sunday & bank holidays (closed 24 December to 2 January). The collection includes Neolithic finds through Ice Age, Roman, Saxon and Medieval artefacts to Abingdon’s industries such as Morland Brewery and MG works. They have the last MGB Roadster Special Edition off the production line in the gallery too! Set over four floors, the main exhibition is on the first floor with the Abingdon Ichthyosaur up on the second, alongside the famous Monks’ Map. If the weather’s good you can go up to the roof it’s only £2 for a million dollar view. Why not begin or end your visit to the County Hall with a trip to the Mouse Hole Cafe and Crossley Engine Pump exhibit in the Museum’s basement? The Mouse Hole was the first cafe in Abingdon to have an espresso machine back in 1959 and had a reputation as a ‘cool hangout’ for kids. (open 10-2pm, closed Sundays & Mondays)
Reviewed By FredChelters - Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
We were given a very warm welcome at the museum. The chap was very knowledgeable of the area and told us of some lovely walks to try, and some places to visit. The items in the museum were very well labelled and it was a very interesting visit. There was no charge and we did not feel obliged to donate. We did as it was so interesting.
6. The Abbey Sutton Courtenay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
7. Wittenham Clumps
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By jenninegardiner - Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
Have driven past the clumps for 30+ years when visiting my family so decided we really had to walk up them. Stayed at the hotel/ pub called the Fler de Lyes in Dorchester on Thames which is very conveniently located as a starting point for the clumps / Thames Path. Walk was great and views wonderful. Lots of benches to sit on when you get to the top. The surrounding land is well managed and I was glad there was no stiles to climb over. Pity cycling is not encouraged or at least any cycle racks so people can safely leave their bikes and then walk up the hill.
8. Abingdon Abbey Buildings
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By Stella-Dot - Leigh-on Sea, United Kingdom
The area around the Abbey is spacious enough for a good walk. There is a car park conveniently, placed - make sure you get a ticket. The first two hours are free.The lanes around the Abbey are narrow thus retaining the atmosphere of the place. Within the medieval buildings, a small theatre has been constructed as well as a banquet hall. It is possible to hold a wedding at this venue. The theatre is charming, intimate and a real hidden gem. There are many other working areas within the Abbey and the time line makes fascinating reading. Access for wheelchairs and strollers would be limited in some areas of the Abbey. You can see the river from some of the windows. It does not take long to look around, but I thoroughly recommend that you take the time to incorporate this into a visit to Abingdon.
9. Saint Helen's Church
10. Millets Farm Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 733 reviews
Millets Farm Centre is a *free to visit and park family attraction in West Oxfordshire with Farm Shop, Garden Centre, Falconry Centre, Play Barn, Animal Walkway, Phoebe Wood, Playground and seasonal activities throughout the year including Beach and Maze Maize in the summer, PYO fruit and vegetables and also features independent retail outlets on site and a Carousel ride! * free to visit but some attractions are payable separately (proud to be a Dog Friendly site)
Reviewed By MouseyCrox - Oxford, United Kingdom
We arrived at 12 o’clock and left just after 6pm. We didn’t manage to do everything we could have as we ran out of time......we had a fantastic day and still have loads left to do for a return visit. If you think it’s just a farm shop and PYO you will be sadly mistaken. Opposite the farm shop you have a massive play area with a super large Maize Maze (well 3 actually in varying difficulty) small ride on’s, large go carts, fairy trails, crazy golf, sandpits, unicorn trails, trampolines and so much more. It’s £7.50, you get a wristband and you can go in and out as you please for the whole day. If you want to upgrade you ticket you can, to a season ticket. If I had found this place at the start of the summer holidays I would have done it, it would have happily kept my two entertained throughout. We were given trail/activity books at the start...complete all the games as you go round and you get bubbles or another gift of your choice as you leave. We didn’t complete all games as there was too many fun things to do, they still have my two gift when we left tho. The staff were really helpful, the park was clean and it was very good value for money. We had a break in the middle for some lunch then returned at the end. They also have a play barn which is a giant soft play, you have to book a session on line. We did look at this but had no time. They have so much there I couldn’t possibly list everything, give it a go, I thoroughly recommend it x
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