Local news: Didcot
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Didcot’s Django’s Smokehouse wins People’s Choice Award for Best BBQ Wing at London Wing Fest
Didcot-based Django’s Smokehouse has won the People’s Choice Award for Best BBQ Wing at London Wing Fest 2026, with festival-goers voting for the Oxfordshire smokehouse’s entry.
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Didcot and Wantage MP visits Greencore Homes sustainable development in Milton Heights
Olly Glover MP has visited Greencore Homes’ Better Than Net Zero housing development at Milton Heights to discuss sustainable housebuilding, affordable home ownership and the role of environmentally efficient homes in supporting Oxfordshire’s future growth.
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Oxfordshire business coach launches new Financial Times guide for aspiring entrepreneurs
An Oxfordshire business coach and former entrepreneur has launched a new book in the prestigious Financial Times Guide series, sharing lessons from his own business journey to help aspiring founders build successful companies.
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Oxfordshire FA partners with Play2Give charity
Oxfordshire FA has partnered with Play2Give, supporting its fundraising efforts and annual football tournament, as both organisations highlight shared goals of improving wellbeing and making a difference to local communities through sport and charitable initiatives.
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Aureus School students shine in Oxford Crown Court mock trials
Aureus School students gained real courtroom experience at Oxford Crown Court during a national mock trial competition, with one pupil earning recognition as teachers praised the event’s role in building confidence and inspiring future legal careers.
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Aureus School welcomes new Year 7 intake at transition evening
Aureus School welcomed new Year 7 pupils and families at its Post Offers Evening, helping ease the transition to secondary school.
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Didcot-based writer Esmé Bates releases HOWLS! — a comedy script and series concept
A new comedy project by Esmé Bates imagines a theatrical production led by expressive dog characters in a playful satire of showbusiness and performance.
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Aureus School receives grant for specialist VR chairs supporting SEND students
Aureus School has introduced two specialist VR chairs to support neurodiverse pupils after receiving community grant funding.
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Aureus students enjoy sweet careers trip to Cadbury World
Aureus School pupils explored careers in food, design and hospitality during a curriculum visit to Cadbury World.
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Aureus School hosts first Didcot MasterChef competition
Aureus School hosted Didcot’s first MasterChef competition, with young chefs preparing three-course meals for industry judges.
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Aureus School student dancers attend London’s MOVE IT event
Forty-four Aureus School dancers travelled to London for MOVE IT, gaining experience through workshops, performances and career inspiration.
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Aureus School Students inspired at Royal Navy careers event
Aureus School students explored Royal Navy careers and met inspirational speakers at a London event during Careers Week visit.