Mayor’s Message – June 2024

Welcome to our June update. I hope you have enjoyed the sunshine in May, and here’s hoping for more good weather this month, with opportunities to enjoy the river with Wallingford’s recent Bathing Water Status. In this article we’re also going to feature upcoming events in Town, with the 80th…

Cholsey & Wallingford Railway

The Historic 'Wally Line'

Riverside

Wallingford is well known for being on the banks of the River Thames, taking its name from the crossing it provided to animals and people.

Walking Trails

Wallingford lies on the Thames Path and close to the Ridgeway, making it a great base from which to explore some of England’s most lovely and historic countryside on foot or cycle.

Castle Meadows

Wallingford Castle Meadows which also includes the remains of one of the greatest medieval castles in England, along with floodplain meadows beside the Thames and a Victorian Grotto. The Earth Trust manages the site on behalf of South Oxfordshire District Council. In 2022 Wallingford Castle Meadow was awarded its 15th Green…

Kinecroft

The Kinecroft is an area of open grassland that provides a home for events such as Bunkfest, the Classic Car Rally, Bonfire Night and much more.

Bullcroft

Situated in the centre of Wallingford, the Bullcroft is a large park which was given to the town in 1912. The Bullcroft includes two children’s play areas, one enclosed and suitable for under 7 year olds and the other suitable for older children.

Castle Gardens

The green mounds in the castle gardens were once the site of the one of the strongest and most important castles in England. The building of the castle began in 1067 on the direct instructions of William the Conqueror who had crossed the River Thames at Wallingford on his way to London to take the throne.

Food & Drink

Corn Exchange

The Corn Exchange Wallingford is a volunteer run entertainment venue for Wallingford and the surrounding areas. It provides drama, art, music and the latest cinema releases in a friendly, welcoming and relaxed environment.