Abingdon Platinum Jubilee Wood – Information Board

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Thanks to Clive for these pictures:

Lucille Savin of Abingdon Carbon Cutters has erected a new notice board in Rye Farm Meadow, near where the Park Run begins.

The Abingdon Carbon Cutters have received permission from the Vale of White Horse District Council to plant 1500 native trees in Rye Farm Meadow, and the board provides more information about the trees and the diverse wildlife they will support.

Lucille is frequently seen in Abingdon, assisting at plant stalls and engaging in planting and gardening activities. Here she is showing others how to make Robin boxes.

Lucille is the first female Head Gardener at Merton College, Oxford. She has transformed the College grounds with her innovative planting. She is passionate about using sustainable practices and keeping her team up to date with the latest horticultural trends.

Boating on the River Thames through Abingdon

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This picture of a large group of youngsters and instructors from the Kingfisher Canoe Club’s was taken a few days ago. The new club hut and store was opened near Abingdon Lock in 2021 and the club’s future has been secured.

Four men rowing a boat through Abingdon. The town was described as quiet, respectable, clean, and dull by Jerome K Jerome in his book ‘Three Men in a Boat’, published in 1889.

Two barges emerge from Abingdon Lock with a word and a wave. Abingdon Lock is known for its friendly atmosphere, where Richard, Frank, and others are helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable.

Salters Steamers are often seen in Abingdon with chartered boats or regular sailings. They now require groups of 30 or more to have pre-booked to run their regular sailings.

Blooms brighten Abingdon Town Centre

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Abingdon Town Council have again provided a summer display of blooms in the town centre’s flower beds, tub and planters.

There were some dry, sunny days during June. Watering the tubs and pole displays must be a daily activity.

The flags for the Coronation of King Charles are also still up. He will be in Scotland this Wednesday to be presented with the Honours of Scotland, the oldest crown jewels in Britain, kept at Edinburgh Castle.

Cricket, Croquet, and Camper Vans

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If you’re walking by Abingdon Vale Cricket Club Ground at Hales Meadow on a Monday or Friday throughout the year, you may well see croquet games in progress. The Thames Valley Croquet Club plays from 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm during the summer months. You can visit their web site and see their contact page for further info.

Members of camper van groups are also frequent visitors during the summer months and add to the spectators at cricket matches.