Fiddler's Island

Island in Oxfordshire Oxford

England

Fiddler's Island

St Lawrence Church — St Lawrence Church Credit: AJD

Fiddler's Island is a small, picturesque island located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. Situated in the River Thames, near the town of Abingdon, the island is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape from the bustle of everyday life.

The island gets its name from a local legend that claims a fiddler once lived on the island, entertaining passing boats with his music. Fiddler's Island is accessible by boat or footbridge and offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore its natural beauty. The island is mostly covered by lush greenery, with trees lining its perimeter and a variety of wildflowers dotting the landscape.

Visitors to Fiddler's Island can enjoy scenic walks along its footpaths, which offer stunning views of the surrounding river and countryside. The island is also home to a diverse range of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. Ducks, swans, and herons are frequently spotted on the riverbanks, adding to the island's serene atmosphere.

While Fiddler's Island is primarily a nature reserve, it also features a small picnic area, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely lunch or a peaceful afternoon by the river. The island's peaceful ambiance and natural beauty make it a hidden gem in Oxfordshire, offering a tranquil retreat for visitors to enjoy.

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Fiddler's Island Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.760703/-1.2771225 or Grid Reference SP4907. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Lawrence Church

St Lawrence Church

Barn, Binsey

Barn, Binsey

Bridge, Lane to Binsey Church

Bridge, Lane to Binsey Church

St Margaret's Church, Binsey

St Margaret's Church, Binsey

Wolvercote Common Bridge over the brook.

Wolvercote Common

Bridge over the brook.

Memorial Stone John Thompson stone, in Burgess Field, Oxford.

Memorial Stone

John Thompson stone, in Burgess Field, Oxford.

Ferry Hinksey Road Spine road for the Osney Mead insutrial estate.

Ferry Hinksey Road

Spine road for the Osney Mead insutrial estate.

Horses in Thames amused by dinghy sailors Commoners&#039; horses graze on Port Meadow, dinghy from Medley sailing club the other side of the Thames.

Horses in Thames amused by dinghy sailors

Commoners' horses graze on Port Meadow, dinghy from Medley sailing club the other side of the Thames.

Restoration Church, Helen Road, Osney Only a few years ago this was the Elim Chapel <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6217755">SP4906 : Elim Chapel, Helen Road</a> but it was probably not built as a church, as the 1921 map labels it a &#039;hall&#039;. The style looks to be late 19th / early 20th century.

Restoration Church, Helen Road, Osney

Only a few years ago this was the Elim Chapel SP4906 : Elim Chapel, Helen Road but it was probably not built as a church, as the 1921 map labels it a 'hall'. The style looks to be late 19th / early 20th century.

Shops on Botley Road Currently comprising a cycle sales / repair business, high quality greengrocer and an antique shop specialising in Tuscan pottery. All very Oxford.

Shops on Botley Road

Currently comprising a cycle sales / repair business, high quality greengrocer and an antique shop specialising in Tuscan pottery. All very Oxford.

Binsey Lane bridge A narrow bridge taking a country lane over the Bulstake Stream, one of the many minor branches of the Thames around Oxford. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6606806">SP4906 : Bridge over Bulstake Stream</a> shows it from the side.

Binsey Lane bridge

A narrow bridge taking a country lane over the Bulstake Stream, one of the many minor branches of the Thames around Oxford. SP4906 : Bridge over Bulstake Stream shows it from the side.

Binsey Lane A country lane from Osney to Binsey. There&#039;s something not quite right about those trees to the left: diseased, or badly pruned? The metal gates to the right are the access to an electricity substation.

Binsey Lane

A country lane from Osney to Binsey. There's something not quite right about those trees to the left: diseased, or badly pruned? The metal gates to the right are the access to an electricity substation.

DFS on Botley Road, Oxford I seem to remember DFS stands for Direct Furniture Services. I haven&#039;t been able to confirm it online.

DFS on Botley Road, Oxford

I seem to remember DFS stands for Direct Furniture Services. I haven't been able to confirm it online.

View across the Thames and bridge from the Towing Path Looking across the river toward Bossom&#039;s boatyard and Binsey from the towpath (seated at path level).

View across the Thames and bridge from the Towing Path

Looking across the river toward Bossom's boatyard and Binsey from the towpath (seated at path level).

Field towards Marleywood Plantation

Field towards Marleywood Plantation

Seacourt Lane

Seacourt Lane

Seacourt Lane

Seacourt Lane

Cycle Path beside the A34

Cycle Path beside the A34

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Fiddler's Island is located at Grid Ref: SP4907 (Lat: 51.760703, Lng: -1.2771225)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: Oxford

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

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Fountain

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Recycling

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Recycling Magazines: yes

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Bench

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Bench

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William Lucy Ironworks Memorial

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Turning Circle

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Oxford Down Turnback Lane

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Ref Tiploc: OXFDDTB

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Medley

Place: farm

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Cafe

Medley Manor Farm Café

Note: check for seasonal opening

Opening Hours: Sa-Su

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Toilets

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Bench

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Bench

Backrest: yes

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Waste Basket

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Bicycle Parking

Bicycle Parking: stands

Capacity: 8

Covered: no

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Bench

Backrest: yes

Check Date: 2021-04-29

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Tank Bridge

Tourism: viewpoint

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Historic: memorial

Inscription: This bridge was erected by public subsription through the exertion and during the shrievalty of Henry Grant Esquire A.D.1865.

Material: metal

Memorial: plaque

Note Inscription: "Subsription" is not a typo. Verbatim from the inscription itself.

Start Date: 1865

Wikidata: Q6807222

Wikipedia: en:Medley Footbridge

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Bench

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The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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