King Alfred and ancient trails in Wantage
With its narrow cobbled streets, historic buildings, lively markets and traditional watering holes, this small Oxfordshire town is a delightful place to visit. Discover more about its past at the Vale and Downland Museum, and check out the statue of King Alfred the Great in the market square - he was born in Wantage.
Watch falcons soar at Millets Farm
From enormous eagles to dinky owls, get up close to more than 90 birds of prey at this impressive falconry centre Near Abingdon. Discover how these awe-inspiring birds hunt in the wild, see vultures and wild kites being fed and watch a flying demo. The centre also boasts an ever-expanding collection of other animals, including meerkats, skunks, raccoons and reptiles.
Trek up White Horse Hill
If you're a keen walker, take the ancient Ridgeway National Trail, which extends from the Berkshire Downs to the River Thames. The views are amazing. Along the way, be sure to see the famous Uffington White Horse. The mysterious figure is carved into a chalk hillside just below an Iron Age fort.
Looking for a cheap hotel Near Wantage? Travelodge Newbury Chieveley M4 Hotel is a great stopover. Alternatively, you could try Travelodge Oxford Abingdon Road Hotel.