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Kylie Minogue to perform at Blenheim Palace Nocturne Live
[siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Kylie Minogue will take to the stage for Nocturne Live 2019 at The Great Court in Blenheim Palace on Sunday 23 June. Bringing her globally celebrated talent as a live performer to one of the most unique venues in the country, the show will see Kylie performing a series of career-spanning hits from…
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Oxford named top UK city for the second year running
Oxford has been named as the top UK city for economic success and well-being of the community, beating 41 other cities in the 2018 Good Growth for Cities index put together by Pricewaterhouse Coopers and the Demos think tank. The report measured the performance of UK cities against a range of indicators, including employment, health,…
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The Bicycle Shed Oxford is Summertown’s new eatery
A new bar and restaurant, The Bicycle Shed, has opened in the leafy suburb of Summertown in North Oxford. Owners, The City Pub Group, have transformed an old Indian restaurant into a beautiful pub with a ‘bicycle shed clutter’ theme to match its name. The Bicycle Shed will serve food to suit any mood at…
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The Oxford Kitchen gets Michelin Star in 2019 guide
The Oxford Kitchen in Summertown has been awarded its first Michelin star, with Michelin guide inspectors praising the chef’s knowledge and experience.
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Oxford Biomedica adds a fourth facility in Oxford
Oxford BioMedica adds a fourth facility in Oxford with a fifteen-year lease on a new 84,000 sq ft facility at Oxford Business Park.
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Council agrees £1.3m to complete Covered Market roof refurbishment
The final £1.3m investment to complete a long-term refurbishment of the Covered Market roof will secure the structure for around another 60 to 80 years.
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Is Oxford the least affordable city in the UK for home purchase?
Lloyds Bank’s Affordable Cities Review puts average house prices in Oxford city at nearly 11 times annual gross average earnings.
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Hobbycraft to open new store in Banbury
Hobbycraft to open new store in Banbury. The UK’s largest arts and craft retailer already has stores in Oxford, Bicester and Aylesbury.
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New “Room With The View” at Old Bank Hotel Oxford
Old Bank Hotel is creating a spectacular new rooftop “Room With The View” bedroom and terrace with stunning views of Oxford’s famous skyline.
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Leonard Jay gentleman’s outfitters to open in Oxford’s Covered Market
The third-generation family-owned gentleman’s outfitters with shops in the City of London specialises in English Heritage Town and Country wear.
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JoJo Maman Bebe plans new branch opening in Oxfordshire
[siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget] Mother and baby boutique JoJo Maman Bébé – the go-to-brand of the Duchess of Cambridge during her three pregnancies – is set to open in Didcot as part of the Orchard Centre expansion. The 1,350 square feet store will offer shoppers its French-influenced baby, kids and maternity wear. JoJo Maman Bébé already has…
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Wimbledon Tea at Lygon Arms
During Wimbledon, enjoy a themed afternoon tea at The Lygon Arms – Cotswold’s 800-year-old luxury hotel and coaching inn.
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September 2018 opening for Summer Fields Pre-prep School
Summer Fields, the boarding and day school for boys aged 8 to 13 in Summertown, North Oxford is on track to open its Pre-Prep for 80 boys aged 4 to 8 in September 2018. Housed in Newton, one of the oldest and most historic buildings on the school’s 70-acre site, pre-prep students will have full…
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The University Arms Cambridge set to reopen after refurbishment
With 192 rooms and suites across four floors, Univerisity Arms, Cambridge’s most historic hotel, is set to reopen on 1 August after a 2-year refurbishment & design collaboration between architect John Simpson and interior designer Martin Brudnizki in an undeniably British style that draws on the city’s classical architectural heritage. [siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget]
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Bring your appetite to the first ever North Oxford Food Festival
Are you looking for a great day out for your family? Look no further. The North Oxford Food Festival is an opportunity to stock up on fresh food supplies from local farmers in the region. In addition to tasty edibles, the festival organisers also promise it’ll be great fun for the kids, and a great…