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Abingdon town & river loop via St Helen's Church & Abbey Meadows

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Abingdon town & river loop via St Helen's Church & Abbey Meadows

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Abingdon town & river loop via St Helen's Church & Abbey Meadows

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3.02km

10m

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Embark on an easy 1.9-mile (3.0 km) hike through Abingdon, a loop that takes about 45 minutes to complete with minimal elevation gain of just 22 feet (7 metres). This route offers a delightful mix of historic townscapes and peaceful riverside views. You will explore the charming town center before…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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726 m

Abingdon Lock and Weir

Highlight • Historical Site

Good way to get up or down the river by boat.

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1.62 km

Abingdon Bridge

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Lovely little town worth exploring...especially along the River Thames.

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2.10 km

St Helen's Wharf, Abingdon-on-Thames

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St Helen's Church is a 12th century building and iconic landmark located in Abingdon. It has stunning Gothic and Norman style architecture featuring stained-glass windows, intricate woodwork, and a striking medieval rood screen.

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2.60 km

Abingdon County Hall Museum

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Abingdon County Hall has dominated the Market Place, in the heart of Abingdon, since the late 17th century.

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Constructed between 1678 and 1682, the old town hall has the …

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3.02 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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863 m

680 m

585 m

583 m

290 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.35 km

871 m

637 m

151 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 6 May

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Abingdon town & river loop via St Helen's Church & Abbey Meadows

Abingdon Lock and Weir

Abingdon Bridge

St Helen's Wharf, Abingdon-on-Thames

Abingdon County Hall Museum

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