Wednesday 21 August – Annual Boat Trip – This is always popular so please be sure to book early – Oxford to Abingdon on the River Thames – 08:30 departure from Husseywell Crescent - Cost £35 (coach and boat trip) - Organiser Michael McGuire on 020 8466 9006, or sign up at the July meeting: We first head for the City of Dreaming Spires, Oxford. Founded in the 8th. century Oxford gained city status in 1542 and is positioned at the confluence of the river Thames (known locally as the Isis) and the river Cherwell. Home to Oxford University which is the oldest in the English speaking world. Oxford boasts 3 branches of Wetherspoons; two of which are located close to Salters Steamers jetty. We board the Salters Steamers vessel at around 12.30pm. for a leisurely two to two and a half hour trip on the river Thames before arriving at the historic and picturesque market town of Abingdon. Famous for its annual bun throwing event, a 250 year old tradition, Abingdon claims to be the oldest town in England. There is only one branch of Wetherspoons in Abingdon. We will spend 2 to 3 hours in each location before rejoining the coach in Abingdon for the return journey. The aim is to be back in Hayes for around 7.00pm.