Abingdon County Hall Museum
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Abingdon County Hall Museum is a local museum in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England. The museum is run by Abingdon Town Council and supported by Abingdon Museum Friends, a registered charity. It is a Grade I listed building.
attractions: Abbey Meadows, Abbey Gardens, Albert Park, St Helen's Church, Friends Of Abingdon, Fort Henry, restaurants: The Narrows - JD Wetherspoon, The Crown & Thistle, Nags Head, Dorindo's, Pablo Lounge, The Brewery Tap, The Kings Head & Bell, R&R, The Broad Face, Bella Napoli Abingdon Restaurant & Pizzeria
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Abingdon County Hall Museum is a local museum in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England. The museum is run by Abingdon Town Council and supported by Abingdon Museum Friends, a registered charity. It is a Grade I listed building.
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The tradition of bun throwing in Abingdon is known as the "Abingdon Bun Throwing" and has a long history dating back to the 17th century. This unique event occurs infrequently and is usually associated with special events or holidays. What is this interesting tradition all about? The Abingdon Bun Throwing is held exclusively during significant events for the country related to the royal family. A large number of buns, usually with symbolic images or inscriptions, are thrown from the roof of the town hall in the main square of the city. People gather around to try to catch the buns. The buns can be made from different ingredients and baked with special symbols or inscriptions that reflect the event they are celebrating. The Abingdon Bun Throwing is not only a traditional event, but also a source of pride and unity for the people of Abingdon. It attracts a lot of attention and tourists who want to be a part of this unique tradition and get their bun from the sky! Events such as the Abingdon Bun Throwing support cultural heritage and the preservation of unique traditions, making them special to the community and everyone who comes to join in this unforgettable event.
Семен НанавовСемен Нанавов
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It's free to enter so it seems churlish to offer only 3 stars but I thought I had better manage expectations. It's a lovely building, very impressive and for a small fee you can go up on the roof and enjoy panoramic views of the town. The museum itself is a little light on artefacts and relies heavily on information boards. They do have the last MGB GT off the production line which they somehow managed to winch through the upstairs window. Also the fossilised remains of an Ichthyosaur and some preserved buns from the ceremonial bun throwing. Staff were friendly and helpful and the building is bright, clean and airy. I didn't go on the roof or in the basement where there is more to see. If you're at a loose end you could do a lot worse than to pay this place a visit. And, don't forget, it's free.
Jerry BrettJerry Brett
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A really lovely place to walk around full of interesting artefacts. Laid out well, allowing you to navigate easily through different periods of time. It highlights the changes that occurred to Abingdon and the important people that made it's history. Up the stairs and you come to the dinosaur displays. Lots of interesting information on Aldbourne very early history and then to top it off you can walk to the top for amazing views across the country. Really interesting place to visit.
Debra RobertsDebra Roberts
10
I wasn't expecting to enjoy this experience, but it was very educational. It was fascinating to see some objects almost 2,000 years old. Maybe more. Very well displayed and explained. Thoroughly enjoyable experience. There is a guided tower experience that costs very little for such a rare opportunity to enjoy long ranging views of Abingdon and the surrounding area. Excellent experience. ✨️🎉🏆
ElizabethElizabeth
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Free entry. The museum is on 3 levels with a roof terrace giving panoramic views over Abingdon. Helpful staff on hand. There are toilets here and a small gift shop. The exhibits are mostly local artefacts spanning Neolithic to modern finds. Good place to bring the kids - will keep them interested for about 30 mins. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Abingdon.
Chris GledhillChris Gledhill
20
Impromptu visit whilst stopping in the area. Lovely market town, with amazing views and atmosphere that you just don't see very often in town centres anymore. The museum is a great place to visit to learn more about the area and it's rich history. One extra to do is the rooftop, where the views are amazing. Staff were friendly and really informative.
Rich SmithRich Smith
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Nearby Attractions Of Abingdon County Hall Museum
Abbey Meadows
Abbey Gardens
Albert Park
St Helen's Church
Friends Of Abingdon
Fort Henry
Abbey Meadows
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Abbey Gardens
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Albert Park
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St Helen's Church
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The Narrows - JD Wetherspoon
The Crown & Thistle
Nags Head
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Pablo Lounge
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Bella Napoli Abingdon Restaurant & Pizzeria
The Narrows - JD Wetherspoon
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The Crown & Thistle
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Nags Head
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Dorindo's
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4.6
(166 reviews)
Phone
+44 1235 523703
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Website
abingdon.gov.uk
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