In town this morning there was a display in the Community Space, and people handing out leaflets, for the upcoming Abingdon Operatic Society production of Annie (18th-22nd April at the Amey Theatre).

Such a lovely morning. On the River Thames there was a wide load being transported slowly upstream, driven by a small outboard motor, and accompanied by other craft..

It contained the main landing stage and various pontoons and picnic tables for tomorrow’s Head of the River rowing event.

Last year, the event had to be called off because the current was too strong, and Abingdon Rowing Club could not navigate this wide load safely under Abingdon Bridge.

Also in town was a tombola raising funds for one of the local political parties. Pictured here, with the ticket 680 prize, is Pat Lonergan, the Town Councillor with the current longest unbroken term of office – he was first elected in 2003.