Cosener's House

Cosener's House is a Grade II listed stone building located at Abbey Close in Abingdon, overlooking the Abbey Mill stream and surrounding gardens. The structure displays traditional English architectural design with multiple windows and direct access to the riverside setting.

The name comes from a medieval Cuisinier who oversaw food preparation at Abingdon Abbey, showing the building's roots in monastic life. The house developed as part of the abbey complex and retains connections to this earlier period.

Today the building serves as a venue for conferences and meetings, creating a bridge between its past as part of monastery life and its present use for scientific gatherings. Visitors can observe how the space continues to serve people working together on shared goals.

The building sits at Abbey Close with easy access to riverside paths for walks and exploration of the surrounding area. It operates as a conference venue and can be visited during events and academic gatherings.

Each July the house hosts an international networking meeting for experts in information technology and telecommunications. This gathering brings specialists together to discuss advances in network technology and future developments.

Location: Abingdon on Thames

GPS coordinates: 51.66965,-1.27786

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:40