Local news: Burford
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Oxfordshire pubs shortlisted in The National Pub & Bar Awards 2026
Three Oxfordshire pubs have reached the shortlist for the 2026 National Pub & Bar Awards, joining more than 250 venues across the UK recognised ahead of the London grand final, where county and national winners will be announced.
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Jeremy Clarkson opens his Cotswolds pub, The Farmer’s Dog
Situated in Burford, 12 miles south of the Diddly Squat Farm, which has become a household name thanks to Clarkson’s hit Amazon Prime series Clarkson’s Farm, the pub in a picturesque countryside setting is the latest addition to his growing rural enterprise.
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Jeremy Clarkson submits plans to expand his Cotswolds Pub including a first-floor bar
The former Top Gear star has submitted a new plan to expand a pub he recently purchased in the Cotswolds, which includes a first-floor bar.
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The Three Horseshoes at Asthall near Burford has opened following a light refurbishment
The pub offers simple seasonal food, six cosy bedrooms, a large garden with an outdoor bar and incredible views across the rolling Cotswolds hills.
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West Oxfordshire District Taxi operators ask to increase fares
More than 20 of the 105 drivers or operators licensed by the district called on the council for the ability to charge more based on inflation and rising fuel costs.
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‘on form’ sculpture exhibition at Asthall Manor to return with splendour for 2022
Paying homage to the life of stone carvers and their dedication to their materials, the exhibition will feature 8 sculptors whose works have never been seen at Asthall before as well as some highly-acclaimed favourites.
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Grafton Land & Property sells key site in Burford to Porthaven Care Homes
The site in Burford, which has planning permission for a 60-bed care home, will be the latest addition to the growing Porthaven Care Home portfolio.
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Have your say on West Oxfordshire District Council’s 2022/23 budget
Residents and businesses are being urged to give their views on where West Oxfordshire District Council’s tax will be spent as it prepares its budget for the next financial year.
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Cotswold Wildlife Park celebrates its eighth Rhino birth
Named Molly, after the Head Keeper’s daughter, visitors can see the new calf in the solar-powered Rhino House or the large Rhino paddock overlooking the Manor House.
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Oxfordshire County Council to accelerate A40 improvement scheme
Plans include better connections into Oxford with acceleration of a new park and ride at Eynsham as part of the Science Transit 2 (ST2) scheme for the A40.
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Oxfordshire Libraries announces annual short story competition for 2021
The winner from each of the three categories will see their short story published as an e-book; available via the library website to be borrowed and read across Oxfordshire.
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Oxfordshire to be in ‘Tier-2: High Alert’ post 02 December lockdown
Just about all you need to know about post lockdown in Oxford and across Oxfordshire on 02 December, from the PM’s announcement regarding the end of the second national lockdown to any significant developments.