Local news: Abingdon-on-Thames
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1885 Burgers opens permanent restaurant at Milton Park’s new Signal Yard destination
Oxfordshire burger brand 1885 Burgers has opened its first permanent restaurant at Milton Park’s new Signal Yard, serving handcrafted burgers, loaded fries, sandos and breakfast options.
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Three innovative companies choose Milton Park for next stage of growth
Three growing companies spanning ecology, fusion energy and immersive technology have chosen Milton Park as their new base, strengthening Oxfordshire’s position as one of the UK’s leading centres for science, innovation and high-growth businesses.
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Australian life sciences firm IonOpticks chooses Milton Park for European headquarters
Australian life sciences company IonOpticks has established its first overseas headquarters at Milton Park, creating a new UK and European base that will bring faster support to researchers working in proteomics and medical science.
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Milton Park launches new Park Rangers to support growing Oxfordshire innovation community
Milton Park has introduced a new Park Rangers service designed to provide a more visible and customer-focused presence across the Oxfordshire innovation community, supporting thousands of employees, visitors and more than 280 businesses based at the site.
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Frilford Heath celebrates hosting prestigious R&A Senior Amateur Championships in Oxfordshire
Frilford Heath Golf Club has hosted The R&A Women’s and Men’s Senior Amateur Championships, welcoming elite amateur golfers from around the world to Oxfordshire for a prestigious week of championship golf.
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Frilford Heath Golf Club member completes 180-hole marathon charity challenge
Frilford Heath Golf Club member Aude Cazenave has completed an extraordinary 180-hole, three-day golfing challenge, raising more than £4,000 for Be Free Young Carers. The Summer Solstice Challenge, supported by fellow members, will directly fund services for young carers across Oxfordshire.
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Apollo Pharmacy expands healthcare services at Signal Yard, Milton Park
Apollo Pharmacy has opened a larger, purpose-built site at Milton Park’s Signal Yard, strengthening the Park’s growing health and wellbeing ecosystem while supporting both local residents and the working community with faster, more accessible care.
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High Lodge Farm launches Little Explorers woodland play sessions for young children this summer
High Lodge Farm near Abingdon is launching Little Explorers, a new woodland play experience for children under seven, featuring mud kitchens, water play, nature walks and outdoor adventures throughout the summer holidays.
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Bidwells launches 1,054-acre Nuneham Estate to market in rare Oxfordshire offering
Set within the village of Nuneham Courtenay near Oxford, the 1,054-acre estate combines heritage assets, diversified income streams and significant long-term development potential in a rare rural setting.
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Milton Post Office begins new chapter at Signal Yard after 20 years at Milton Park
The family-run Milton Post Office has opened its new permanent home at Signal Yard after more than 20 years at Milton Park, marking a significant milestone for both the business and the area’s evolving retail and community destination.
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Oxford teen shares Buckingham Palace moment with Duke of Edinburgh at Gold Award celebration
An Oxford teenager has described a memorable personal exchange with HRH The Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace after receiving his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award alongside thousands of achievers.
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Roythornes Solicitors expands into Oxfordshire with new Abingdon office
Roythornes Solicitors, a leading agricultural law firm, has opened a new office in Abingdon, strengthening its support for farmers and landowners across Oxfordshire and the surrounding region.