Welcome to the Vale of White Horse

	River Thames	White Horse Hill	Market Place

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 horse riding. 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.

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

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