Frend & Co the Jeweller have a notice in the window saying that they are continuing to do work while they look for new premises.
The shutters have been down for nearly a month now, and the landlord has had the premises for sale – with vacant possession – for quite a bit longer. The Carter Jonas website says “The property is situated in the heart of Abingdon Town Centre near the junction of West St Helen Street and High St, adjacent to the Town’s new main Post Office premises and recently redeveloped Co-operative supermarket.
Abingdon is an attractive Thames side market town, which benefits from good road communications via the A34 …”
Frends were one of the first shops to open in the precinct in 1966. The business moved to West St Helen Street in 2007, to where where Glendales used to be.
For now it is sad to see the loss of one of the well established town centre businesses – although they could well be back.
Sad news, I bought a watch for the wife from there and they were really helpful and seemed very professional. I hope they find another place in Abingdon soon!
I had an e-mail recently from them saying that while waiting for new premises they are offering a free collection and delivery service within a 5 mile radius of the town (small charge for further afield). They can deal with anything from bespoke wedding pieces to a simple repair. They can be contacted on 07825660252 or 01235523444 or email
melinness@frendjewellers.co.uk.