Thankyou to Peter for this piece.
A new bar, Tipsy Mercer, has just opened in Ock Street.
It is run by Henrietta and James, ably assisted by Brittany. James has fitted out the bar himself.
The wooden table tops came from Blenheim and he made the supports and wine glass racks from copper central heating tubes! Both floors have been restored in the very fashionable shabby chic style, like the remarkable Wilton Music Hall in London.
It was once Beesley, outfitters and mercers, which is where the name came from. Before cars were popular, they made deliveries in their 1908 De Dion van.
A smart, fashionable addition to Abingdon.
(Apologies to the Tipsy Mercer I did not report this sooner as they have been open for a couple of weeks. The Herald has done a couple of good reports. For more about Beesley’s see The town portal historical people section. )
