Christian Aid and Walking Festival

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The Abingdon Christian Aid group had a colourful stall at the marketplace selling plants, preserves, books etc. They were also taking donations to fight global hunger.

The Vale of White Horse Ramblers group organised some walks as part of the walking festival.

Walks left the Market Place during Saturday morning and the early afternoon. The day was sunny and many of the walks were fully booked.

There were other themed stalls on the Market Place. They included the Oxford Fieldpaths Society who organise their own walks and have one starting in Abingdon on May 16th. They also try to keep footpaths open and provide improved access with better gates.

The Abingdon Eagles provide Adult walking basketball at the White Horse Leaisure and Tennis Centre.

The White Horse Leisure Tennis Centre has an extensive senior activities programme designed to enhance physical and mental wellbeing, with the chance to chat before and after.

Aurora at Abingdon Rugby Club

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Thanks to Paul for these pictures of the Aurora last night from the Abingdon Rugby Club. Amazing!

Huge bursts of energy from the Sun hit Earth’s magnetic field, causing a beautiful light show with colourful streaks across the night sky!

For those of us who missed it last night, there could be another chance tonight. The Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, is rarely seen as far south as Abingdon.

Walking Festival, Mayor Making, Music Night, and Funfair!

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Abingdon Walking Festival: Join guided and self-guided walks showcasing Abingdon’s beautiful surroundings. The event runs from 9am to 4pm on Saturday, May 11th. See the walk options at Abingdon Walking Festival.

Witness Tradition: Mayor Making Ceremony: On Wednesday, attend the annual Mayor Making ceremony at St Helen’s Church, where the new Mayor and Deputy Mayor are installed.

Support Local Music: Make Music Abingdon: Looking for new music? Head to the Loose Cannon Taproom on Thursday for an original music showcase night featuring up-and-coming bands.

Ladygrove Meadow FunFair: Enjoy rides and treats at the Ladygrove Meadow FunFair. With good weather expected for Saturday.

Abingdon Celebrates Twin Towns and Sister Cities with New Signpost

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Abingdon has unveiled a new signpost outside the Guildhall and council offices in Bridge Street. This signpost points visitors towards the town’s five twin towns and two sister cities: Abingdon, Virginia (USA) and Thames, New Zealand.

The arrows on the signpost not only indicate direction but also display the distance to each location and the national flag of the respective town or city.

The formal unveiling ceremony, held on Europe Day (May 9th, 2024), was officiated by Mayor of Abingdon, Councillor Gwyneth Lewis. Plans are underway to install a new notice board near the signpost, providing further information about Abingdon’s twinning relationships.

The European flag flew over the County Hall during the day.