Top Things to do in Abingdon
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Abingdon, England
Discover the best top things to do in Abingdon, United Kingdom including Millets Farm Falconry Centre, Loose Cannon Brewery, The Abbey Cinema, Pendon Museum, Abbey Meadows, Radley Lakes / Thrupp Lake Trail, Abingdon County Hall Museum, Boundary House, Abbey Gardens, Abingdon Abbey Buildings.
Restaurants in Abingdon
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. Loose Cannon Brewery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Schirr007 - Worcester, United Kingdom
Visited with friends the first Saturday we were allowed after easing of lockdown. Online booking was really efficient, staff friendly and helpful. We were sitting outside and felt very safe (just need to remember a coat next time!!!) Beer was great and non beer drinkers enjoyed the local cider! Thank you to all the team for adapting to the rules.
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. Pendon Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
Modelling the past for the future. The benchmark for modelling excellence. Pendon's centrepiece exhibition of the Vale of White Horse is a re-creation of the rural landscape of the 1920s and 30s in breathtaking detail. Pendon is also home to our famous Dartmoor and Teignmouth Sea Wall scene models and the ground breaking Madder Valley Railway. Our volunteer guides provide informative descriptions about the history, geography, society and transport of the times. A fun and educational experience for all. We also offer a small tea room, museum shop and free wi-fi. Disabled parking and access available.
Reviewed By Racross - Swansea, United Kingdom
Superb if you understand modelling. Worth a visit if you appreciate quality models. It takes you back in time and is explained by knowledgable volunteers. I suggest you go round twice as you miss a lot the first time. Have a tea in small cafe area and go round again. A must place to visit for all modellers.
5. Abbey Meadows
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By sandrabO5437GQ
Lovely place to go for a walk along the river over the lock to walk along the river and to where there a big children play area plus lots of places to have a picnic.also by Abby medrow carpark there the part where there the old Abby vegable area flowers beds you can have picnics here to plus it a five minutes walk to Abingdon shops
6. Radley Lakes / Thrupp Lake Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By LyndaPC - Abingdon, United Kingdom
The trail goes round most of Thrupp Lake which is home to various water fowl, although dogs off leads are causing a problem. The walk is easy but not suitable for wheelchairs as there are tree roots and rough patches. Usually very peaceful there. Unfortunately yobs burnt down the Lily shaped shelter and the bird hide which were installed in 2009-10. They have not been replaced. Earth Trust hold various events there and Friends of Radley Lakes hold a tea party on End May Bank Holiday.
7. 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.
8. Boundary House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By jonkogel - Abingdon, United Kingdom
Brilliant family meal . Staff are very friendly and helpful the manager ( Ruth ) has the pub Running so well spotless clean always a warm welcome. The food came very quickly piping Hot and very tasty. This has to be one of the best green king pubs in Oxfordshire
9. Abbey Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By morganb13194 - Oxford, United Kingdom
It's a lovely walk just by the town centre. The Abbey gardens are well kept, ever so beautiful and always worth a visit. There are plaques around the gardens to describe the history of the Abbey or the garden itself and even an outline of where the Abbey used to be. During the summer especially I loved walking through here whenever I had the excuse. If you like pleasant walks through beautiful, clean and well tended gardens - this is worth a visit.
10. 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.
