2014 Oxford Preservation Trust Awards – 1-3 Ock Street

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Conservation Awards
1-3 Ock Street was recognised in the Building Conservation category at the 2014 Oxford Preservation Trust Awards. The awards panel commented on the “sensitive and sympathetic restoration … the marrying of the old and the new … the innovative use of glass, and … providing offices that cannot fail but to impress“.
Conservation Awards
The Oxford Preservation Trust Awards, now in their 37th year, recognise conservation and improvements in buildings in Oxford. That is often for Oxford University Buildings. But they do look further afield, and Abingdon Museum was also a beneficiary in 2012.

Thanks to Chris for letting me know, and for the pictures.

Who maintains the Thames Path?

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Thames Path
Craig wrote ” I notice as I walk (most days with the dog) along the south side of the Thames from the bridge to the lock that as you approach the gate at the lock there’s a 20 metre section which hasn’t been treated with any rubble/hard standing. Surely it wouldn’t be expensive. With only a small amount of rain it quickly turns to slippery mud. I think that as the winter progresses, this bit will become impassable (and a health and safety hazard?).”

Does anybody know who maintains the Thames Path so Craig can direct his request at the right agency or council or voluntary group.
Thames Path
I do know that the muddy path on the other side of the weir is the responsibility of the Vale of White Horse District Council. They are waiting for the Abingdon Hydro to be built, or the path would need remaking twice.

Firework Roundup 2014

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Firework Roundup 2014
From banners seen around town there appear to be two big firework displays in the Abingdon area – to celebrate the failure of Guy Fawkes to blow up the Houses of Parliament in 1605.
Firework Roundup 2014
Last night there were fireworks at Dalton Barracks. It was put on by the army for army families and the local community, with a charity collection at the gate. The fairground attractions looked excellent.
Firework Roundup 2014
The bonfire was a blazing success,
Firework Roundup 2014
and the fireworks were amazing.

The second display, put on by the 2nd Abingdon Scouts, is on Saturday 8th November at the back of Long Furlong Community Centre. Gates open at 18:30. Free parking at Tilsley Park. Advance Tickets available from Newbury Building Society, and on the day on site. Family (2 adults, max 3 children aged 3 to 16 years) Advance £12.00: After 16:00 on the day £15.00. Single Advance £4.00: After 16:00 on the day £5.00.

Prince Albert Memorial at 149

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Prince Albert Monument - Theme Day Landmark
The Prince Albert memorial has been a landmark in Abingdon for 149 years.
Prince Albert Monument - Theme Day Landmark
His foundation was put in 150 years ago, in 1864, three years after the good prince died at the age of 42, and left the queen and nation in mourning. The monument is 48 feet high and designed by John Gibbs of Oxford.
Prince Albert Monument - Theme Day Landmark
Albert is cared for by the Albert Memorial (Abingdon) Trust, a charity whose aims are to maintain, preserve, and keep in good repair the Albert Memorial situated in Albert Park, Abingdon.
Prince Albert Monument - Theme Day Landmark
It is the start of the month and the city daily photo community choose a theme and this month it is landmark. To view other landmarks visit here.