There are two new shop signs in Stert Street this week, and they are neighbours.

Orange Frog Mortgages are moving to a new office at 25 Stert Street, Abingdon. They have been in West St Helen Street since 2008.

Bayfields Opticians and Audiologists have acquired Robert Stanley (Opticians) Limited. Robert Stanley was founded in 1964 and has been at 23 Stert Street since the 1970s.

Oxford Grazing Co has expanded its business with the opening of the Oxford Grazing Deli today in Bath Street. The deli aims to offer an assortment of cheese, charcuterie, antipasti, olives, freshly baked bread, chutneys, gourmet nuts, wine, beer, and cider. On the opening day they had a free cupcakes for the first 50 customers and sample graze cups.

‘Graze’ refers to the act of leisurely eating small portions of various food items, assembled together in an appealing arrangement.

The shop front is painted for the new deli at 3 Bath Street, which opens on June 3rd.

The catering business was set up in 2021 and has prospered.

2, High Street, Abingdon has been hidden behind newspapers as work happens inside.

It is to become a dog boutique and party venue. There will be coffee for dog owners and, if the application is successful, two outside tables and eight chairs.