Whatever happens, Tesco in Abingdon has the World Cup Spirit

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England face Argentina in a World Cup semi-final this evening, and Tesco Extra in Abingdon is getting behind the team with the message: ‘Make History England.’ Playing in the background was ‘Jerusalem’, helping to create a patriotic atmosphere.

As you enter the store, you’re greeted by an aisle decorated with 47 national flags. One of the 48 flag positions is empty. There’s a gap where the England flag should be.

The aisle features match-night essentials: fajita kits and dips, Coca-Cola, chocolates, crisps and snacks, along with boxes of beer and cider and wines, including the Kylie Minogue range.

There’s also a mini football pitch where children can test their shooting skills. One member of staff was wearing a blue-and-white England shirt from Italia ’90’. The colours aren’t too far removed from Tesco’s own.

Whatever happens tonight, Tesco Extra in Abingdon has carried the World Cup spirit throughout the tournament.

Another Hole in St Helen’s Wharf

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Two people reported a possible sinkhole on Fix My Street after noticing a horse shoe sized hole in the pavement along St Helen’s Wharf.

The hole has an open void beneath the surface. There are also cracks in the nearby tarmac. (And somebody has put petunias down there.)

Another hole appeared on St Helen’s Wharf in 2021 and was caused by erosion of the wharf wall.

Abingdon Mourns Former Mayor Margaret Crick

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The town flag is flying at half-mast above the County Hall following the death of former Mayor of Abingdon, Councillor Margaret Crick, who passed away on Friday, 10th July 2026. Her health had not been good recently, but her passing was a shock to her council colleagues and friends.

Margaret was first elected to Abingdon Town Council in 2007, representing Caldecott Ward. She later represented Dunmore Ward, serving as a Town Councillor and also as a District Councillor. She was Mayor of Abingdon in 2018–19 before going on to become Chair of the Vale of White Horse District Council, a position she held for four consecutive years from 2019 to 2023.

Before entering local government, Margaret was a teacher, working both in England and in the Bahamas. Young people were always important to Margaret, and during her year as Mayor her chosen charities were Abingdon Carousel and Be Free Young Carers.

Margaret was a hard-working and dedicated councillor who gave a great deal of time to serving Abingdon. Much of what she did was away from the headlines, quietly supporting residents, community groups, and local causes. She brought the calm authority and organisation of a teacher to council meetings, while also being known for her warmth, humour, and willingness to ask thoughtful questions.

Away from public life, Margaret was a keen gardener, a member of Abingdon Horticultural Society, and a talented craftswoman. Behind the scenes she donated handmade jewellery to help raise money for community events.

Margaret leaves two sons, David and Michael, who served as Mayor’s escorts during her year as Mayor.

New Café and Pet Store Move

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This blog post is a little overdue, as the changes took place back in June, but if you haven’t visited Coxeter’s Yard recently, there are a couple of businesses have found new homes.

The former pet store premises, on the Stratton Way side of Coxeter’s Yard, is now occupied by a new café.

Meanwhile, the pet store hasn’t gone far and has a huge sign. It has moved further into Coxeter’s Yard, next to Behind Bars, the bicycle shop, close to the car park.