Top Things to do in Abingdon
Top 8 Nature & Parks in Abingdon, England
Discover the best top things to do in Abingdon, United Kingdom including Millets Farm Falconry Centre, Abbey Meadows, Radley Lakes / Thrupp Lake Trail, Abbey Gardens, Little Wittenham Nature Reserve, Wittenham Clumps, Albert Park, Sprouts Playbarn.
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. 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
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Little Wittenham Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
6. 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.
7. Albert Park
8. Sprouts Playbarn
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 56 reviews
Sprouts Play Barn is a stimulating soft play space perfect for exploration and fun. It’s suitable for all ages with a specially designed area solely for the under 5’s. As well as the huge play frame, you can tap out your tunes on the floor piano, shoot some goals on the sports court and even become a farmer or postie in our unique ‘Farmers Market’ role play zone. We have Rose Cottage Cafe within Sprouts, serving a great selection of freshly prepared hot and cold food, drinks and snacks - great for re-fueling during your play session. We run timed sessions on both peak and off-peak days, so please visit our website to view these and all our prices.
Reviewed By FionaA13 - Uffington, United Kingdom
Wow!!!!! Sprouts play barn is a separate business based within the Millets Farm grounds. This is honestly the BEST soft play I have come across with areas to suit all ages! Everything is themed around Farm life or real life, with different sound pads, quizzes & questions in various parts of the frame, there is also sensory based lights within the smaller baby/toddler area. Sprouts also has a imaginative play themed area made customary from soft play, there is a Post office & Stable yard to name just a few. There is a brand new (May 2019) outdoor play area attached which I haven’t personally visited yet but the photographs look amazing & if sprouts itself is anything to go by it will be just as good. Inside the main play barn there is also a comfy reading corner with a variety of books. The toilets are unisex but are both children, baby change & disabled friendly. There is a cafe inside ‘Rose cottage’ serving really good quality food for both Adults & Children with plenty of non junk healthy options to! There is a wonderful gift shop which you can view without using the play barn selling really good quality toys which is well worth a visit alone. Sprouts is available for party hire, hosts many themed events & activities & even has a baby weighing room which some may find useful, lots more information can be found on there website. Tips ~ Sprouts gets VERY busy wether it is the school holidays, weekends or just a normal week day, what ever the day I HIGHLY recommend pre booking your slot on there website in advance to avoid disappointment. The BEST soft play around just sadly VERY busy but this speaks for itself.
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