The weir walkway has been closed, much to the disappointment of many Abingdon residents and regular walkers. The closure was for safety reasons, after corrosion was found in the steelwork supporting the structure. The Environment Agency are investigating. A diversion is in place until 15 November 2025. There’s still hope it might reopen sooner.
While people are kept away, the local wildlife is enjoying the peace. A heron fishes in the churning waters beneath the weir.
The 1st of July is “Theme Day” in the City Daily Photo blogging circle, and this month’s theme is Bubbles. At Abingdon Weir, the heron fishes in a froth of them.
Every second, the water falling through the sluices creates countless bubbles — expanding, bursting, and vanishing.