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Where England's last folly was built and blue doves flew — Faringdon's eccentric Lord Berners heritage, the magnificent Great Coxwell Tithe Barn, and Uffington's ancient chalk horse make it one of Oxfordshire's most delightfully unexpected small towns

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About Roam: The UK's free local discovery app — helping people find what's nearby and helping local businesses reach their community across Faringdon and beyond.

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Known for

Faringdon Folly (the last folly built in England, 1935, with blue-dyed doves), Great Coxwell Tithe Barn (13th century, described by Morris as the greatest architecture in England), the Vale of White Horse, and an irresistibly eccentric small town

A little history

Lord Berners completed the last folly to be built in England in 1935 and dyed the local doves bright colours. Great Coxwell Tithe Barn (13th century) was called the greatest piece of architecture in England by William Morris. The Uffington White Horse is nearby.

📍 Local tip

Faringdon Folly for the Oxfordshire views and eccentric history. Great Coxwell Tithe Barn is extraordinary and free. The Uffington White Horse is a short drive. The Tuesday market.

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Food & drink in Faringdon

The town has independent cafes and good local food. The Tuesday market for Vale of White Horse produce. Local Oxfordshire food throughout.

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Faringdon serves the Vale of White Horse. Independent businesses serve the local catchment. Heritage tourism brings visitors.

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