A pretty market town on the banks of the River Thames, Abingdon has a rich history. The town would once have been an Iron Age fort, becoming an agricultural centre in the 13th and 14th century. After surviving the dissolution of the monasteries in the 16th century, the town went on to become a major force in the Industrial Revolution, linking London with Bristol, Birmingham and the Black Country.

Today, the pretty town has plenty of interesting places to visit where you can learn about this history first-hand. There's also a good selection of cafes, pubs, restaurants and shops.

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Top cycling routes to River Thames in Abingdon

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1. River Thames in Abingdon – Iffley Lock loop from Oxford

34.1km

01:59

90m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. River Thames in Abingdon – Thrupp Lake (Radley Lakes) loop from Didcot Parkway

38.9km

02:16

100m

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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3. River Thames in Abingdon – St Helen's Church, Abingdon loop from Didcot Parkway

20.3km

01:12

60m

Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Location: Abingdon on Thames, Vale Of White Horse, Oxfordshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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River Thames in Abingdon

1. River Thames in Abingdon – Iffley Lock loop from Oxford

2. River Thames in Abingdon – Thrupp Lake (Radley Lakes) loop from Didcot Parkway

3. River Thames in Abingdon – St Helen's Church, Abingdon loop from Didcot Parkway

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