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Jessie J revealed as fourth and final Party in the Paddock headliner
Jessie J will headline Party in the Paddock at Newbury Racecourse on 15 August, completing the 2026 summer music raceday line up.
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Crazy Bear launches interactive pub quiz night with a twist
The Crazy Bear in Stadhampton is launching a new interactive cocktail quiz night featuring music, art and theatrical flair, alongside expanded midweek dining offers.
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Heavenly Desserts Oxford to launch ‘Heaven at Home’ milk cake trays
Heavenly Desserts Oxford will launch new ‘Heaven at Home’ Milk Cake Trays on 10 March 2026. The take-home celebration range marks the brand’s first retail step, bringing its signature luxury dessert experience into customers’ homes.
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New Crazy Bear Head Chef Andrei Voicu aims to celebrate British food and farming
Andrei Voicu becomes head chef at the Crazy Bear in Stadhampton, bringing Michelin-star experience and a passion for celebrating British food, seasonal produce and charcoal cooking inspired by Gordon Ramsay.
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Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts expands across Oxfordshire with new opening in Bloxham
A new Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts has opened in Bloxham, led by the Martin family. The launch marks the fourth PQA in Oxfordshire and reflects rising demand for performing arts education across the region.
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New Theatre Oxford announces audition opportunity for young performers
New Theatre Oxford has partnered with Scott’s Performing Arts to offer young performers aged 8–18 the chance to audition for Fame Jr. Successful applicants will rehearse and perform the high-energy musical on the theatre’s main stage this August, supported by industry professionals.
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Henley Festival unveils spectacular 2026 line up for five summer nights
Henley Festival has revealed its 2026 line-up, with Boy George & Culture Club, Sugababes, Lulu and Alex James’ Britpop Classical headlining five black-tie summer nights on the iconic Floating Stage from 8 to 12 July.
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Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum to showcase county’s military story in 50 objects
A new exhibition at Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum will explore the county’s military heritage through 50 objects, from Roman Britain and Waterloo to D-Day and the Second World War.
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Abingdon Drama Club to stage family drama ‘Things I Know to Be True’ at Unicorn Theatre
Abingdon Drama Club presents Andrew Bovell’s Things I Know to Be True at the Unicorn Theatre this March — a powerful and moving exploration of family, love and identity.
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Katherine Jenkins celebrates 25 years in music with Oxford date on 2026 UK anniversary tour
Katherine Jenkins will perform at Oxford’s New Theatre in October 2026 as part of her 25th anniversary UK and Ireland tour, celebrating a milestone career with a run of 18 special shows featuring her greatest hits.
