Built-up area in Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.705, -1.266 |
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| OS grid ref: | SP 50 00 |
| Dialling code: | 01235 (Abingdon) |
Bayworth is a small hamlet in the district of the Vale of White Horse, in the county of Oxfordshire, England. It lies in the low‑lying, fertile landscape of the Vale with easy road links to the city of Oxford and the market town of Abingdon, so it feels distinctly rural while remaining within reach of urban amenities.
Historically agricultural with roots stretching back to the medieval period, Bayworth is characterised by cottages, farmhouses and converted barns and a local rhythm centred on neighbouring villages and the surrounding countryside. Today the local economy is a mix of remaining farming activity and commuters working in nearby towns and research centres, and the area is popular with walkers and cyclists; the district itself takes its name from the famous Uffington White Horse, reflecting the long history and attractive scenery of the locality.