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Vale and Downland Museum named in Small Business Britain Green Growth 100 list
The Vale and Downland Museum has been named in the UK’s Green Growth 100, recognising its sustainability-led approach, renewable energy investment and leadership among small cultural organisations tackling climate change.
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End of an era as Autistic Family Support Oxfordshire announces planned closure after 48 years
Autistic Family Support Oxfordshire has announced plans to close on 31 March 2026 after 48 years, citing a significant funding shortfall. The charity has supported more than 4,000 families and warns services will end unless new funding is secured.
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Three Oxfordshire primary schools invest in energy-efficient classrooms
Three Oxfordshire primary schools have secured council-backed energy efficiency loans to install solar panels and LED lighting, helping reduce carbon emissions, cut costs and give pupils first-hand experience of sustainable technology in the classroom.
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Oxfordshire Youth secures £150k funding to help disadvantaged young people find work
Oxfordshire Youth has secured £150,000 in council funding to expand its Business Guardians programme, helping disadvantaged young people across the county access employment, mentoring and work experience opportunities over the next three years.
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Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2026 longlist unveiled
The Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2026 longlist has been revealed, spotlighting twelve exceptional young writers from around the world. With seven debut titles featured, the list celebrates emerging literary voices across fiction, poetry and short stories.
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Candlelight’s Valentine’s Day concert to bring romance to Oxford Town Hall
Candlelight® returns to Oxford Town Hall this Valentine’s Day with a romantic string quartet concert featuring iconic love songs and film scores, performed in an intimate candlelit setting designed to create a memorable and atmospheric evening.
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Hickory’s Smokehouse to open first Oxfordshire venue in Abingdon
Hickory’s Smokehouse has announced plans to open its first Oxfordshire venue in Abingdon. Replacing The Bystander in summer 2026, the Southern-style BBQ restaurant will bring significant investment and create around 100 new jobs.
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Oxford startups OXCCU and A&B Smart Materials recognised in Startups 100 Index 2026
Two Oxford-based companies have been named in the Startups 100 Index 2026, with OXCCU ranking fourth and winning the Sustainability Award, and A&B Smart Materials recognised for its biodegradable polymer technology, highlighting Oxford’s rising influence in UK innovation.
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voco Oxford offer free luxury stay to lift Blue Monday blues
voco Oxford is helping locals beat Blue Monday by offering a complimentary luxury stay at one of its Oxfordshire hotels, complete with dinner and breakfast. The annual giveaway returns for its fourth year in January 2026.
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Ava Reineke to perform opera and art song in support of Henley Music School
Soprano Ava Reineke presents an evening of opera and art song at The Bottle and Glass Barn, raising funds for Henley Music School through a multilingual recital featuring works by Mozart, Debussy, Puccini and more.
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Formula 1 supplier Brick Kiln secures £4m Growth Lending investment
Formula 1 composites specialist Brick Kiln has secured £4m in Growth Lending funding to complete a management buy-out, expand production capacity and invest in innovation, strengthening its role as a trusted supplier to elite motorsport teams.
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Marco Pierre White Oxford launches New Year sale with 50% Off Mains
Marco Pierre White’s Oxford restaurant is launching a New Year sale, offering diners 50 per cent off main courses throughout January 2026 at its popular Steakhouse on Godstow Road.
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Silverstone’s Lap of Lights launches with Stacey Solomon attending opening night
Stacey Solomon attended the launch of Lap of Lights at Silverstone Circuit, calling the festive experience “magical” for families. The Christmas light trail runs from 12 December to 03 January 2026, with weekend tickets already close to selling out.
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Bidwells appoints Ross Kent to head Private Estates and drive Rural Agency growth
Bidwells has named Ross Kent as Group Partner and Head of Private Estates, Oxford. With more than 15 years’ rural estate management experience, he will lead strategic growth across private estates and rural agency services in the region.
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Hillier launches exclusive ‘Crown of Christmas’ poinsettia to support The King’s Foundation
Hillier Garden Centres has unveiled the exclusive ‘Crown of Christmas’ poinsettia for 2025, with £2 per sale supporting The King’s Foundation. The limited-edition pink variety highlights Hillier’s horticultural expertise and sustainability leadership. Available from November 2025.
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Marco Pierre White’s Oxford restaurant serves up its best ever Black Friday deals
Marco Pierre White’s Oxford Steakhouse is delivering its strongest Black Friday offers yet, including discounted vouchers and meal packages starting at £20. Redeemable until March 2026, the limited-time deals make ideal festive gifts or dining treats.