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Old Mans Bridge

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Riverside

Walking, Photography

Winter

Photo: Bill Nicholls via Geograph.org.uk

Old Man's Bridge is a plain wooden footbridge carrying the Thames Path over the upper River Thames in Oxfordshire, in quiet countryside between Radcot and Rushey Lock, near the villages of Bampton and Aston. It stands on the site of an old weir, and the present bridge dates from the end of the ninet...

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

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Staycations:

4 day, 5 overnight

The Boutique Hotel, Rose Barn Cotswolds

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Old Mans Bridge?
Oxfordshire houses this peaceful river crossing along the upper reaches of the Thames. Walkers frequently encounter the timber structure while completing a circular route near the nature reserve.

What type of place is Old Mans Bridge?
Old Mans Bridge is a wooden footbridge across the River Thames in Oxfordshire.

When is the best time to visit Old Mans Bridge?
Winter brings the atmospheric morning fog that makes the river path feel wonderfully isolated. Crisp days during the colder months also mean you can explore without encountering summer crowds.

What can you do at Old Mans Bridge?
Strolling across the ancient timber planks gives you a spectacular vantage point to watch the river current glide slowly underneath. Keen photographers can capture beautiful shots of herons rising out of the mist.

How long should I spend at Old Mans Bridge?
Spending roughly thirty minutes allows ample time to pause on the span and enjoy the quiet rural atmosphere. Many people include the crossing as part of a much longer trek along the historic Thames Path.

Where do I park at Old Mans Bridge?
Motorists can use nine spaces nearby, which provide four day and five overnight parking spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Old Mans Bridge?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Old Mans Bridge, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Old Mans Bridge?
The Boutique Hotel and Rose Barn Cotswolds offer two choices in the surrounding area if you want to book a trip nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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