Wantage, Market town in Vale of White Horse, England.
Wantage is a market town in the Vale of White Horse, situated at the foot of the Berkshire Downs with numerous Tudor and Georgian buildings surrounding the central Market Place. The streets feature a blend of older houses and modern shops that define the town center.
The settlement began as a Saxon community in the 9th century, with King Alfred the Great reportedly born here during this period. It grew into a regional trading hub that maintained this importance for centuries afterward.
The Vale and Downland Museum displays local heritage through agricultural tools and archaeological finds from the region. These collections show how people lived and worked in this area over time.
The town center contains over 100 independent shops, restaurants, and services within easy walking distance. Regular bus services connect the town to surrounding areas and make exploring the region straightforward.
The Letcombe Brook, a chalk stream flowing through town, supports a distinct ecosystem with water voles and brown trout. This waterway offers a quiet spot for walking and reveals the natural diversity of the area.
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Church of St Peter and St Paul
110 m
Vale and Downland Museum
162 m
Statue of Alfred the Great
58 m
Old Town Hall, Wantage
25 m
The Kings Arms Public House
260 m
The Bear Hotel
70 mPriory Cottage
142 m
Holy Trinity Church
1.3 km
The Vicarage
110 m
Parsonage Farmhouse
1.5 km
Milestone At Su 3962 8349
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Number 2 and attached wall
161 m
32 and 33, Market Place
32 m
Parish Of Wantage Church Infants School
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946 m43, Wallingford Street
277 m1 and 2, Market Place
114 m7 And 8, Market Place
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Milestone At Su 3951 8491
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Stabling At Stirlings (Demolished)
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