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Wallingford (/ ˈwɒlɪŋfərd /) is a market town and civil parish on the River Thames in South Oxfordshire, England, 12 miles (19 km) north of Reading, 13 miles (21 km) south of Oxford and 11 miles (18 km). Oxford and Reading are both easy to reach by public transport or by road. Wallingford lies on the Thames Path and close to the Ridgeway, making it a great base from which to explore some of. With rich history, beautiful riverside and a shoppers haven, Wallingford is the perfect destination for a day trip or a weekend. Wallingford is an English market town in South Oxfordshire with plenty of things to see and do, whether a destination for a day trip or the base for a longer stay. Dame Agatha Christie, the famous crime novelist, short story writer and playwright, lived in Wallingford for over 40 years and the town is the original location of Causton in Midsomer Murders.

Wallingford was one of Alfred's 'new towns', and the biggest: it was the same size as the King’s capital, Winchester. It was enclosed on three sides (the river formed the fourth defence) by earthen walls. Wallingford is a historic market town located in the county of Oxfordshire, England. The town is situated on the River Thames and is known for its picturesque scenery and charming architecture. Wallingford is a market town and a major conservation area with examples of churches and architecture dating back to the 14th Century. The Town Hall, built in 1670, houses the Town Plate and many.