
In the past few years, we have seen many notices applying for planning permission to change from business to residential use.

Dentistry is bucking the trend in Abingdon.
Bramble Scrunch made with Wild Abingdon Blackberries

Blackberries can be foraged in a large number of locations in Abingdon at the moment.

The next crop are being pollinated by some very helpful insects. What would we do without them?

Other helpful insects are tucking into the fruit that is too ripe for human consumption

Mix oats, honey, and desiccated coconut. Cook in the oven until crisp. Put in the bottom of a desert dish. Cover with a layer of uncooked blackberries. Cover blackberries with crème fraîche. Puree some cooked blackberries and put on top.

Put any left over blackberries in the freezer.
Fantasy – Gothic – Steampunk – Sci-Fi shop, called Clockwork Dragon, opens in Abingdon

A New shop, called Clockwork Dragon, opened this morning where the Abingdon Shoe Shop once was, on Bath Street.

The Mayor of Abingdon, Cllr Helen Pighills, cut the ribbon to open the shop officially at 11am.

Peter, sporting the latest in Steampunk ‘Victorian’ fashion, has previously traded on markets, selling Fantasy, Gothic, Steampunk, and Sci-Fi products. A shop, in his home town of Abingdon, is the next step up.
Planted, cared for, and watered

The blooms that have been planted, cared for, and watered by the Abingdon-on-Thames Town Council outdoor staff have made a fine display this summer.

The newest feature in 2015 are the hanging baskets and raised bed at Roysse’s Court.