This house, which was built as a medieval hall house, is one of the oldest in Abingdon. Owned by Oxford Preservation Trust, it is one of the best preserved examples of a 15th century dwelling in Oxfordshire. Visitors can see original features including medieval windows and fireplaces and a remarkable domestic wall painting.

Details for visiting:

Location: Postcode OX14 5EB 26A East St Helen St

Access: Not suitable for people with limited mobility.

Opening Times: Saturday 19th September 10am - 4pm

No booking required.

The imposing County Hall on the Market Place was built by Christopher Kempster between 1678-83. It houses Abingdon Museum on its upper floors and One Planet Abingdon in the cosy basement.

This year, Abingdon Museum are hosting 'Hwitmearum' - a living history group - in the open area under the arches of the Museum. The group is part of Regia Anglorum and will provide a small encampment with craftspeople and visual displays, including food preparation, woodworking, a scriptorium and armoury.

Location: Market Place OX14 3HG

Access: there are three steps up to the area under the arches of the museum.

Opening Times:

Saturday 19th September 10am - 4.00pm



No booking required.

The Church of St Nicolas is one of the oldest buildings in Abingdon and one of the few remaining from the great Benedictine Abbey of Saint Mary at Abingdon.

Abingdon Abbey became an important Anglo-Saxon monastery in the 10"‘ century under St Ethelwold. The Norman Conquest led to many changes, including the addition of St Nicolas‘ church, which was built in about 1170 AD. This church for lay servants and tenants on one side of the main gateway of the abbey complemented St John's Hospital for lay people on the other. The exterior of the church has changed little in recent centuries, but there were many internal changes as the result of a major restoration in 1880 and repairs to the chancel after a serious fire in 1953.



Location: Market Place OX14 3JP

Access:

Opening Times:

Saturday 19th September 10am - 4.00pm

Sunday 20th September, afternoon only until 4pm

No booking required.

This building is one of the most important in Abingdon and in addition to our exhibition and activities in the Roysse Room and the Foyer, there will be a rare opportunity to explore some of its historic rooms. The Old Magistrates Court still contains the bench and dock which were in use till the late 20thC; climb the 18thC carved staircase to the Council Chamber, with its important historical portraits and continue to the Bear Room and discover its intriguing history.

Location: OX14 5AL 1-3 Ock Street, near the War Memorial

Access: The Roysse Room is fully accessible, using the main entrance facing the lawn on Bridge Street (opposite Lewis Baker). There is a lift to improve access to the Magistrates Court which is up a few steps. The rest of the Building is reached only via a staircase.

Opening Times:

Saturday 19th September 10am - 4.00pm Exhibitions downstairs and tours of the building

Sunday 20th September - downstairs exhibitions open 10am to 4pm

No booking required.

The Baptist Church and the sixteenth century house adjacent to it will be open to visitors over Heritage Weekend.

The Church has been recently renovated and presents a surprisingly modern, multi-use interior. It was built 1840-41 on land used as a nonconformist burial ground dating back to the 1650s. Some remains of an earlier chapel building can be seen.

The Church and former minister's house which is now the popular Cafe @35 will be open to view.



Location: OX14 5AL 1-3 Ock Street, near the War Memorial

Access: There are steps up to the building

Opening Times:

Saturday only for Heritage Weekend visitors. 10am - 4pm

On Sunday all are welcome to participate in the morning service at the Church from 10.30am (doors open at 10am).



Georgian Grade II listed building now used as a solicitor's office, which has been sympathetically renovated and restored keeping some of its original features.

Our historic Georgian building has featured in many old pictures of Abingdon and can be easily recognised as the outside of the building has hardly changed. Whilst the outside remains the same, the inside has been cleverly restored to keep some of the original features visible. In our boardroom we have a display cabinet containing several items found in the property during restoration. There are also a couple of small areas that have been protected by a frame with one showing the original wall paper used in the room in the late 1700's and the other the plastered wall beneath the wall paper exposing some original hand writing.



Location: OX14 5AL 1-3 Ock Street, near the War Memorial

Access: There are steps up to the building

Opening Times:

Saturday 19th September 10am - 4.00pm

No booking required.

Magnificent architecture and hidden treasures in Abingdon’s iconic ancient parish church.

Abingdon at Work:  Come and discover the people who work and worked at Abingdon’s parish church over hundreds of years.

Join us on Saturday 19^th September for a self-guided quiz, children’s craft activities, visits to the bell tower (2-4pm), a chance to play the organ (2-4pm) and refreshments all day!

Sunday 20 September Sung Eucharist 10.30am, open visiting 12-4pm Choral Evensong 5.30pm.

Location: Postcode OX14 5BS East St Helen St

Access:

Opening Times:

Saturday 19th September 10am - 4.00pm Open with exhibits, activities and refreshments.

Sunday 20th September 

Sung Eucharist 10.30am

open visiting 12 noon to 4pm

Choral Evensong 5.30pm

No booking required. Free entry, but donations are always welcome.

The 15th century Long Alley Almshouses are still in use today, run by the local charity known as Christ's Hospital. The Board of Governors has held their meetings in the "Hospital Hall" for over 400 years.

Location: St. Helens Churchyard OX14 5EJ

Access: As this is a listed building, disability access is very limited. There is a riser at the entrance which can be difficult for wheelchairs and mobility scooters although those with limited walking mobility would be able to step inside. Pushchairs and prams are also unlikely to be able to enter the hall due to space constraints. There are no toilet facilities.

Opening Times:

Saturday 19th September 10am - 3pm

No booking required.

Visit the historic house and beautiful riverside garden, owned by a charity which maintains the house as a place for personal quiet and reflection.

St Eth's Tea in the Garden: Teas, coffees and cakes are available on Saturday 19th between these times:

10.30-12.30am and 2.00 - 4.00pm

There will be talks on the history of the house and the working lives of some of the men and women associated with the house at 11am and 2.30pm.

There is an exhibition about our Riverside Garden Project.

Location: Postcode OX14 5EB East St Helen St

Access: Much of the gardens and parts of the house are accessible.

Opening Times:

Saturday 19th September 10am - 4.30pm

No booking required.

The Old Gaol: Then and Now

Come and visit parts of the modernised Old Gaol site not normally open to the public.

The current occupant, Procision Football Oxford Academy, is opening the Foyer and associated rooms. Students have developed presentations on the history of the building and will be guiding visitors around. Booking not needed.

Location: Bridge Street, Abingdon, OX14 3HE



Location: Postcode OX14 5EB East St Helen St

Access: Much of the gardens and parts of the house are accessible.

Opening Times:

Saturday 19th September 10am - 12 noon

Sunday 20th September 10am - 4pm

No booking required.