Category Archives: River Thames

On Missing the Regatta

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One event I usually cover is the annual Abingdon Head of the River Regatta. This crew were not involved.
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They are just catching their breath after a training run .
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On Sunday, I walked Harry round South Abingdon in the morning before church,  then in the afternoon we both took him beside a shallow stream and through some woods in Steventon.
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We saw our first ducklings of the year there. Returning about 5 PM I noticed from St Helens Wharf  crowds of cars further along the river and realised it was Regatta Day. Lots of pictures of that though at Big Blade. But no pictures of Abingdon Rowing Club crews who are too busy organising the event.

Looking for good pictures

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On the River
I was hoping for some sunny days during February in order to takes some good pictures for the end of Month blog slide show on Youtube. I have done three such slide shows. The one I like best is December 2010 thanks to the snow.

There is also the Abingdon Arts Festival Photography competition to think about. Closing date 5th March. All the entry information is here.
On the River
I take a lot of pictures so it is very difficult to choose between them. These two were from the other side of the River Thames. I started noticing the ripples caused by the water funelling through Abingdon Bridge. Even without sunshine it made a good effect.

Art for the Birds

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Art for the Birds
I am not sure which of the Abingdon art groups installed the current exhibition on the River Thames in Abingdon.
Art for the Birds
It has been a very successful exhibition and attracted many birds. The only problem that I can see is that some of the birds get too close and end up sitting on the picture.