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Welcome to the Vale of White Horse

Lying between the Ridgeway and the River Thames, the Vale of White Horse stretches from the edge of Oxford to the threshold of the Cotswolds. Its enchanting landscape is marked by a mysterious pagan past - the very name comes from the oldest chalk figure in Britain dating back to around 1000 BC.

The Vale, as it is known, is peaceful and tranquil but near to motorways and only 60 miles from London. The countryside is ideal for walking, cycling and horseriding. The River Thames is perfect for boating and fishing. Traditional English pubs are ideal places for lunch or a night out. Excellent hotels, guest houses and bed and breakfast means that there's plenty of reasons to stay awhile.

The market towns of Abingdon, Faringdon and Wantage are full of beautiful buildings and provide excellent shopping opportunities. A stroll through the towns brings to life England's rich history; from King Alfred the Great to the Civil War and the MG sports car.

Who is responsible for this website? The Visit Vale web site is maintained by Focus on Faringdon CIC. Focus on Faringdon is a Community Interest Company which works for the benefit of all communities in the Vale

If you have any comments about the content or design of the site send an e-mail.

Telephone numbers: Please note the telephone codes used on this website are for calls made within the UK. If you make a call from outside the UK you will need to add the appropriate international telephone code.

Photo credits: All photographs on this web site are copyright Al Cane, Anthea Kemp, Chris Love or Vale of White Horse District Council.

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