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Bidwells appoints Jamie Renison to its Commercial Agency team in Oxford
Bidwells has strengthened its Oxford Commercial Agency team with the appointment of Jamie Renison as Head of New Business. Bringing 25 years of experience in science and technology property, he will drive complex projects across the Oxford–Cambridge Growth Corridor.
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Gardner Leader strengthens employment team with two senior appointments
Gardner Leader has expanded its employment team with the appointment of Partner Michelle Morgan and Senior Associate Catherine Morris. The strategic hires bring extensive experience in corporate employment matters, litigation and HR advisory work, further strengthening the firm’s offering across the Thames Valley and beyond.
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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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Thomas White Oxford launches search for residential partner for Eastside homes at Oxford North
Thomas White Oxford is seeking a residential development partner to deliver up to 161 energy-efficient homes at the Eastside site within Oxford North. With outline consent secured and 50 per cent affordable housing planned, the scheme marks the next phase of the city’s flagship innovation district.
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Green light for landmark HQ redevelopment at Bicester Motion
Plans to restore and extend the former Station Offices at Bicester Motion have been approved by Cherwell District Council. The 1926 neo-Georgian buildings at the gateway to the Technical Site will become a landmark HQ workspace for motorsport and future mobility brands.
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FunParx to open 50,000 sq ft indoor adventure park at Banbury’s Castle Quay in 2026
Castle Quay will welcome FunParx, a 50,000 sq ft indoor adventure park, in summer 2026. Featuring inflatables, obstacle courses, slides and arcade games, the park will create 50 jobs and add a major new family-friendly attraction to Banbury’s canalside leisure and retail destination.
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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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Oxfordshire Cricket strengthens board to boost community impact
Oxfordshire Cricket has appointed four new trustees following its move to charitable status, strengthening its board with experience from elite sport and the charity sector to expand participation and community impact across the county.
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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.
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Bicester Motion strengthens estate team with two senior hires
Bicester Motion has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of an HR manager and estate manager as the 444-acre future mobility estate continues to grow.
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Oxford United to invest £5.1m in infrastructure as stadium plans progress
Oxford United will invest £5.1 million in rail, road and public transport improvements linked to its new stadium, including major funding for Oxford Parkway Station and the Cowley Branch Line.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival comes to Amey Theatre, Abingdon this March and April
The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns in 2026, bringing extreme adventure, inspiring human stories and breath-taking landscapes to Amey Theatre, Abingdon, on 05 March and 30 April.
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Examining Authority submits Botley West Solar Farm recommendations to Secretary of State
The Secretary of State will decide within three months whether the proposed Botley West Solar Farm is approved, following submission of the Inspector’s recommendations to Government.
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Oxford alumni nominated for 2026 Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction longlist
Four Oxford-connected writers have been named on the 2026 Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction longlist, part of a “hopeful” selection celebrating outstanding narrative non-fiction across politics, memoir, science, history and art.