Welcome to Wantage

Wantage is a small market town located in the Vale of White Horse district of Oxfordshire, England. The town has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and it is believed that King Alfred the Great was born in Wantage. The town is known for its beautiful countryside, charming architecture, and friendly community. Wantage is a popular destination for tourists who want to experience the quintessential English countryside.

One of the main attractions in Wantage is the Vale and Downland Museum, which showcases the history and culture of the area. The museum has a collection of artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of the town and its people. Visitors can learn about the town's Roman past, the life of King Alfred the Great, and the agricultural heritage of the area. The museum also hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year, including workshops, talks, and exhibitions.

Wantage is surrounded by stunning countryside, and there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The town is located near the Ridgeway National Trail, which is a popular walking route that runs along the ancient chalk ridge of the North Wessex Downs. The area is also home to several nature reserves, including the Letcombe Brook Project, which is a haven for wildlife and a great place for birdwatching. Whether you're looking for a relaxing break or an active holiday, Wantage has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

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Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 7.8°C

Wind: 11.6 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School Details
King Alfreds
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Jonathan Smart
Portway
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9BY
01235225700
School Website
Wantage Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Andrew Browne
Newbury Street
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 8DJ
01235762396
School Website
Stockham Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ruth Burbank
Stockham Way
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9HL
01235764407
School Website
Fitzwaryn School
Academy Special Converter
Ages:3-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Stephanie Coneboy
Denchworth Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9ET
01235764504
School Website
Charlton Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Steven Rose
Charlton Village Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7HG
01235762861
School Website
Huckleberry Therapeutic School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Louisa Skinner
Manor Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 8NE
1235639511
School Website
Wantage Primary Academy
Free Schools
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Ms Leah Basilone (Nee Perring)
Rutherford Road
Wantage Primary Academy
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7GQ
1235634980
School Website
St Nicholas C Of E Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Michelle Rooke
Sarajac Avenue
East Challow
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9RY
01235763858
School Website
Millbrook Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Steven Rose
School Lane
Grove
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7LB
01235764822
School Website
Grove Church Of England School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Donna Blake
North Drive
Grove
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7PW
01235769867
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Didcot Parkway
Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NR
8.04 Miles
Appleford
Main Road, Appleford, Oxfordshire, OX14 4PJ
8.24 Miles
Culham
Station Road, Culham, Oxfordshire, OX14 3BT
9.32 Miles
Radley
Foxborough Road, Radley, Oxfordshire, OX14 3AB
10.18 Miles
Cholsey
Railway Approach, Cholsey, Oxfordshire, OX10 9QD
11.66 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Stuarts Taxis
01235 770608
Aber Clare/Naldertown, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9EB
0.49 Miles
Bonny's Taxis
01235 772229
29 Hedge Hill Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9SD
1.23 Miles
1St Class Travel Of Oxfordshire
01235 771154
34 Kingfishers, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7JN
1.25 Miles
Grove Cabs
01235 772200
30 Bosley's Orchard, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7JP
1.31 Miles
Cab Co
01235 772424
Boston House/Grove Technology Park/Downsview Rd, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9FF
1.40 Miles
Brides Travel
01235 831251
24 Hanney Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX13 6AL
5.01 Miles
Stanford Cars Ltd
01367 718287
13 Glebe Road, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 8NB
5.10 Miles
Kens Taxis
01235 554444
8 Crabtree Lane, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4HS
6.41 Miles
H K Taxi Services
01235 847770
90A Milton Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4BT
6.66 Miles
Fyfield Cars
01865 390230
17 Main Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX13 5LN
6.88 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ox12 Wantage Post Office
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Special Mailbox:
Ox12 Wantage Sorting Office
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Ox12 Mill Street
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Ox12 Maryfield
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Ox12 Priory Road
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Ox12 Garston Lane
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Ox12 Newbury Street
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Ox12 Hospital Crossroads
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Ox12 Convent Crossroads
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Ox12 Hamfield
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Ox12 Upthorpe Road
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Ox12 Witan Way
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Ox12 Courtney Road
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Ox12 Naldertown
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Ox12 Manor Road
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Wantage Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
The Health Centre
Mably Way
Wantage
OX12 9BN
Wantage Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
The Health Centre
Mably Way
Wantage
OX12 9BN
Wantage Pcn Hub
01235 639521
Newbury Street Practice
The Health Centre
Mably Way, Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9BN
Newbury Street Practice
01235 763451
Newbury Street Practice
The Health Ctr, Mably Way
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9BN
Church Street Practice
01235 770245
Church Street Practice
The Hlth Ctr,Mably Way
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9BN
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Local Stores

Grove
Unit 1 Savile Way
Saville Way
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 0PT
01235 760194
Store Website
1.32 miles
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Spar - Wantage
18 Wallingford Street
Wantage
Oxon
OX12 8AX
01235 763134
Store Website
0.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Abivale Veterinary Group
Belmont Veterinary Surgery
Belmont
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9AS
01235 770333
abivale@abivale.com
Website
0.29 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

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Cw Farm Vets
Unit 7
Elms Farm Business Park
Grove Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7PD
07392 720308
office@cwfarmvets.co.uk
Website
0.81 miles
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Cattle

Pigs

Poultry

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Medivet Wantage - Danetree Veterinary Surgeons
Elms Farmhouse
Grove Road
Grove
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 7PD
01235 770227
wantage@medivet.co.uk
Website
0.81 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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Court Vets
21-23 High Street
Stanford In The Vale
Faringdon
Oxfordshire
SN7 8LH
01367 710595
enquiries@vets-surgery.com
Website
4.83 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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The Brook Veterinary Surgery
Station Approach
Steventon
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX13 6RU
01235 831800
reception@brookvets.co.uk
Website
5.13 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Larkmead Veterinary Group
138 Greenwood Way
Harwell
Didcot
Oxfordshire
OX11 6GD
01235 814991
info@larkmead.co.uk
Website
6.76 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Ridgeway Circular
Walk From Letcombe Regis To Letcombe Basset And Back.
Letcombe Regis
Lancashire
1.54 miles

Location
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East Hendred
Part Of The National Trail, The Ridgeway Provides Doggy Safe Walkies
Ridgeway
Lancashire
4.08 miles

Location
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East Isley
2 Abingdon Rd
East Ilsley
Newbury
RG20 7LQ
7.13 miles

East Ilsley Ridgeway , Rg20 7Lp
Location
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Hinton Waldrist Longworth Round Trip
Bridle Path And Villages. On Lead And Off Lead.
Church Ln
Longworth
Abingdon
OX13 5DY
7.20 miles

Park Up Outside The Church And Then Walk Through The Bridle Path To Hinton Waldrist.
Location
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Badbury Clumps
Hills, Woods, Flowers.
Highworth Rd
Lancashire
9.08 miles

Location
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Bampton Dog Walk
This Is A Lovely Walk Though The Historic Town Of Bampton Where Much Of Downton Abbey Was Filmed. It Is Also One The Few Places In The Uk To Have Both A Town And Village Hall!
4 Church St
Bampton
OX18 2NB
10.93 miles

Location
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