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Oxfordshire pubs shortlisted in The National Pub & Bar Awards 2026
Three Oxfordshire pubs have reached the shortlist for the 2026 National Pub & Bar Awards, joining more than 250 venues across the UK recognised ahead of the London grand final, where county and national winners will be announced.
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Aureus School chemistry students gain lab experience at Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Aureus School students visited Vertex Pharmaceuticals for a chemistry practical and NHS careers talk.
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Voting opens in 2026 Brand the Bus competition as 71 Oxfordshire causes compete
More than 70 Oxfordshire causes are competing in the 2026 Brand the Bus contest, with public voting now open with voting closing on 30 April.
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Aureus students enjoy sweet careers trip to Cadbury World
Aureus School pupils explored careers in food, design and hospitality during a curriculum visit to Cadbury World.
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Top bluebell walks to enjoy in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire this spring
Explore the best bluebell walks this spring across Bucks, Berks, and Oxfordshire. From Basildon Park to Watlington Hill, National Trust woodlands offer magical trails, scenic views, and family-friendly routes to enjoy Britain’s iconic blooms.
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Oxford’s much-loved Pens Plus stationery retailer put on the market as owners prepare for retirement
Pens Plus, one of Oxford’s best-known specialist stationery retailers, is being offered for sale as its current owners prepare to retire after continuing the shop’s long-established tradition.
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Oxfordshire communities invited to apply for flood prevention grants of up to £25k
Oxfordshire County Council is offering grants of up to £25,000 for local flood resilience projects across Oxfordshire.
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Westgate Oxford hosts young talent for Made in Oxfordshire competition
Westgate Oxford has just honoured this year’s winners of its industry-led challenge, ‘Made in Oxfordshire’, which sees three local schools invited to compete in a ‘Dragons’ Den’-style pitch.
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Aureus School hosts first Didcot MasterChef competition
Aureus School hosted Didcot’s first MasterChef competition, with young chefs preparing three-course meals for industry judges.
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Crazy Bear Hotel plans Easter family fun day in garden grounds
Crazy Bear Hotel is hosting an Easter Sunday family event with archery, axe throwing, egg hunts, face painting, outdoor dining and garden activities for all ages.
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Azets survey shows that 94% of businesses are unprepared for Making Tax Digital
Azets says most businesses remain unprepared for Making Tax Digital, with many uncertain about software, reporting and compliance ahead of April’s changes.
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Ashmolean Museum launches exclusive botanical capsule collection with One Hundred Stars
Ashmolean Museum launches an exclusive In Bloom capsule collection with One Hundred Stars, featuring kimonos and scarves inspired by botanical art.
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Savills supports The Villager community bus service in Cotswolds for 2026
Savills will sponsor The Villager community bus service in 2026, helping the volunteer-run charity continue providing transport for remote villages across the north Cotswolds.
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Oxford University Golf Club and Oxford Golf Club launch partnership to strengthen sport in the city
A new partnership between Oxford University Golf Club and Oxford Golf Club has relaunched a historic Town versus Gown fixture while introducing coaching and facility improvements to support golf’s future in the city.
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Award-Winning Oxfordshire pub The Swan Inn in Islip up for sale at £545k after closure
The Swan Inn in Islip, an award-winning Oxfordshire gastropub recognised in the Michelin Guide and for its AA rosettes, has closed following the departure of its head chef and is now on the market.
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West End hit Operation Mincemeat A New Musical arrives at New Theatre Oxford
Oxford will host Operation Mincemeat next week as the award-winning West End musical begins its first UK tour with a limited five-day run at New Theatre Oxford.