Local news: Kidlington
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Magical new Santa’s Grotto Experience coming to Yarnton Home & Garden this Christmas
Yarnton Home & Garden has unveiled plans for a brand-new Santa’s Grotto Experience this Christmas, complete with reindeer food-making, a private visit with Santa, and a Present Room filled with gifts.
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Oxfordshire MPs urge swift approval of Oxford United’s new stadium plans
Two Oxfordshire MPs have urged the government to approve Oxford United’s new stadium plans without delay, warning that the club’s future is at risk. The 16,000-seater project has cleared local hurdles but now awaits a decision from the Secretary of State.
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Oxford City Council welcomes approval of Oxford United’s new stadium plans
Oxford City Council has welcomed the approval of Oxford United’s new 16,000-seat stadium at The Triangle, calling it a crucial step in securing the club’s future and delivering economic and social benefits for fans and the wider community.
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Oxford United stadium plans approved by Cherwell District Council
Oxford United’s plans for a new 16,000-capacity stadium at The Triangle have been approved by Cherwell District Council after a lengthy debate. The decision marks a major milestone in the club’s ambition to create a permanent new home.
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Oxfordshire towns gain direct matchday bus services to Kassam Stadium
Oxfordshire towns and villages will be directly linked to the Kassam Stadium for Oxford United’s 2024-25 Championship campaign through Oxford Bus Group’s Football Specials. Seven dedicated matchday services, including new OX1 and OX4 routes, will connect fans from Wantage, Grove, Burford, Witney, and more.
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Supported housing in Oxfordshire transforms lives of people with learning disabilities and autism
A £5m investment has provided over 20 adults with learning disabilities and autism in Oxfordshire the opportunity to live independently, with five renovated homes in Witney, Banbury, Bicester, Kidlington, and Horspath now offering 24-hour support to meet tenants’ needs.
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EFL highlights community benefits of new football stadiums ahead of Oxford United plans
The English Football League’s charitable arm, EFL in the Community, has voiced strong support for Oxford United’s proposed new stadium, citing its wide-reaching benefits, including supporting local health and wellbeing, reducing NHS pressures, and creating nearly 1,000 jobs, with 20% reserved for locals.
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Oxford United partners with Radisson for landmark hotel development
Oxford United has partnered with Radisson Hotel Group to develop a 180-room hotel as part of the club’s proposed new stadium complex at the Triangle, north of Oxford. Over half of the hotel’s rooms will overlook the pitch, offering a premium experience.
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Oxford United takes key step forward in new stadium plans with Cherwell Council
The extensive documentation relating to plans for the new stadium application covers matters including transport and ecology, with additional surveys being undertaken over the past six months.
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High-tech electric motors by Oxford-based YASA to power Lamborghini Temerario V8 supercar
Oxford-based YASA’s groundbreaking axial flux electric motors will power the state-of-the-art Temerario hybrid V8 supercar by iconic Italian luxury sports car manufacturer.
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ARCh honours volunteers with over 100 years of combined service to children’s literacy
ARCh volunteers work one-on-one with children in primary schools across the county, helping them to discover a love of reading and develop their confidence, self-esteem and resilience.
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Oxford United’s planning application for its new stadium to be considered in early 2025
Following requests from Oxfordshire County Council and Cherwell District Council for additional information and studies, Oxford United can confirm it now expects the planning application for its new stadium proposal to be considered in early 2025.