The Abbey Grounds have dried out in time for Fun in the Park. As one well known local told me, they knew what they were doing building the Abbey here on the gravel terrace for drainage.

On the little stage Punch kept the children entertained. Near them was a huge inflatable and a climbing wall.

On the big stage, at the same time, were Abingdon Traditional Morris Dancers. They were followed by many other acts. Late afternoon and evening the stage will be used for Music in the Park.

There was also a concourse of stalls with local groups either side of the path. On the Church in Abingdon stall you could sponsor a duck for the duck race on June 16th – same day as Mayor of Ock Street, and opening the Outdoor Pool. Money from the duck race goes towards Abingdon Passion play 2019.

Monica Lovatt the new Chair of the Vale of White Horse District Council (VWHDC) was speaking to the people in charge of mobiloo. Its appearance was discussed at the recent town council meeting featured on this blog.

In Abingdon this morning the first thing that struck me was that there was a long queue outside Acreedo Tattoos.

It was the day of the Royal Wedding of Harry and Meghan. Was that the reason?

Most of the Royal Family could be seen at the Punchbowl with Harry and Meghan at the centre.

The Royal Wedding was taking place inside.

The Royal Wedding could also be viewed in The Old Anchor Inn and other pubs in the town centre.

Shops in town did not have a TV, but that did not stop them joining in. Oxfam had sparkling elderflower drinks to toast the Royal Wedding.

For those not invited to St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, who would still like to celebrate The Royal Wedding, as part of a community event, there will be a screening of the wedding at Preston Road Community Centre, followed by a party.

The Charity Shops in Abingdon also have window displays in honour of the royal wedding. Helen & Douglas House have white dresses and union flags.

Oxfam has a wedding dress and bunting.

Sue Ryder has a bride and groom.

There was not a cloud in the sky for the 19th annual Abingdon Air and Country Show.

As usual there were a lot  of ex military vehicles, and classic vehicles – including MGs and Rileys made in Abingdon.

The event is run by a dedicated team of volunteers led by Neil Porter. Over the years the event has raised a lot of money for charities, including £72.095.70 for the Thames Valley & Chiltern Ambulance Trust. The trust had a stall where people could perform operations.

There was the usual big variety of stalls, and a fairground for people who came before the air display started.

There was a music tent, a craft tent, and two arenas where performances took place, including some by the Abingdon Traditional Morris Dancers, and Vale Islanders.

A big crowd gathered to watch the air display that started at around two O’Clock.

The event, held on the ex-RAF Abingdon Airfield, celebrated the RAFs centenary. The RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight flew over with a Lancaster, Hurricane and Spitfire to start the flying display.

The heat meant that people found shade where they could, including under this large RAF people carrier.

There followed a flight by a roaring Strikemaster jet.

Various planes flew. There was also a parachute display and Royal Navy helicopter display.

The most amazing display involved a bi-plane and a car going down the runway together, the bi plane at 45 degrees. A video below gives you an idea of what they were like if you missed the event.