From John, and destined for the Abingdon Herald, but copied to me, so I’ll do it as well… “In the past 12 months Abingdon Christian Aid have raised £12,578. This includes £8753 from Christian Aid Week in May. The Week raised funds through a stall at the Dragon boat Races, a Quiz and a house to house collection involving over a hundred volunteers from all the churches in Abingdon and Appleton…”

Down by the River Thames, at St Helen’s Wharf, the flower containers look at their best.

There is a long line of them along the railings.

Alongside, I see that the Old Anchor Beer Festival starts today and runs until Sunday.

A bunch of lilies have been laid at the foot of the war memorial.

It could be that one family are remembering one of their own, or given the recent deaths in Afghanistan, it could be a small tribute for those recently killed. Three of the eight bodies flown back yesterday were teenagers not yet 19.

Entry to town from Marcham Road.

Town Charter Bed, created in 2006, outside Tesco.

Stratton Way near the junction with Bath Street. Hardy lichen is in bloom and not just annuals.

Getting nearer the centre of Abingdon, looking towards Abbey House from the ornamental gardens.