News
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Fortitude Communications partners with ARCh on book donation campaign to inspire young readers
Oxford-based Fortitude Communications has launched a book donation campaign with Assisted Reading for Children to support literacy, following research showing children’s enjoyment of reading has fallen to its lowest level in 20 years.
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Bicester Village launches ‘Dish & Tell – Tastemakers’, a new year-long culinary series
Bicester Village has unveiled Dish & Tell – Tastemakers, a new culinary series pairing chefs with its restaurants for one-night-only supper clubs, launching on 19 February with Justin Tsang at Shan Shui.
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Nearly £5.5m invested in cleaner and better buses across Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire’s bus network is set for a major upgrade after nearly £5.5 million was secured through new vehicle improvement grants, supporting electric buses, cleaner transport and enhanced passenger facilities across the county.
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Asian-inspired restaurant itsu to reopen at Bicester Village after month-long refurbishment
Asian-inspired restaurant itsu is reopening at Bicester Village on 05 February following a month-long refurbishment, offering customers a refreshed dining experience and free gyoza for the first 100 visitors.
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Tinie Tempah announced as first headliner for August’s Party in the Paddock at Newbury Racecourse
Tinie Tempah will headline August’s Party in the Paddock at Newbury Racecourse, performing live after racing on Friday 14 August as part of the Visit Malta Hungerford Weekend.
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The Brand New Heavies bring 35th anniversary UK tour to Oxford with special guests Galliano
The Brand New Heavies are bringing their 35th anniversary UK tour to Oxford’s New Theatre this March, with special guests Galliano. The show will celebrate the band’s Acid Jazz legacy and catalogue of classic hits.
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Sensory room named after Andy Baker opens at Oxford Head Injury Services
Andy Baker MBE has been honoured with the opening of a new sensory room at Oxford Head Injury Services, funded by his charity Play2Give to support adults living with acquired brain injuries in a calm, therapeutic environment.
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Stepnell completes refurbishment of Molecular and Imaging laboratories at University of Oxford
Stepnell has completed a complex refurbishment of specialist laboratories at the University of Oxford, modernising facilities within the Henry Wellcome Building while working in a live research environment and delivering significant local social value.
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Housebuilder hands over affordable homes at Valley Park in Didcot to local housing provider
The latest handover of affordable homes at Valley Park in Didcot marks a key milestone for the major development, delivering much-needed housing for local people as part of a new sustainable community.
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Oxfordshire business leaders back mental health charity Response
Response, Oxfordshire’s largest independent mental health charity, has been named Charity of the Year by OpenDoorz’ Frilford group, strengthening links with local business leaders as demand for mental health services continues to rise across the county.
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Holly Humberstone to bring intimate Oxford show on Cruel World record store tour
Holly Humberstone is bringing her Cruel World record store tour to Oxford this March, with an intimate show at O2 Academy ahead of the album’s release.
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Oxfordshire bus operators confirms continued £3 fare cap until end of 2026
The £3 cap on single bus fares will remain in place across Oxfordshire until the end of 2026, with Oxford Bus Group confirming continued participation in the government-backed scheme supporting affordable and sustainable travel.
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Jools Holland brings Rhythm & Blues Orchestra tour to Oxford with Special Guest Roachford
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra are set to return to Oxford this November, bringing their acclaimed live show to the New Theatre as part of a major UK tour featuring special guest Roachford.
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Koestler Arts presents Through the Blue exhibition at Oxford’s Old Fire Station
Through the Blue, a new Koestler Arts exhibition at Oxford’s Old Fire Station, showcases powerful creative work made in criminal justice settings and co-curated by people on probation, exploring themes of hope, boundaries and freedom.
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Mollie’s Oxford & Bristol earn four-star VisitEngland recognition
Mollie’s Oxfordshire and Bristol hotels have been awarded four-star VisitEngland status, recognising the brand’s design-led approach, high standards of comfort and service, and growing reputation for accessible, value-luxe hospitality.
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Oxford Bus Company calls for free Park & Ride to be made permanent during temporary congestion charge
Oxford Bus Company is urging that free Park & Ride bus travel continues for the duration of the city’s congestion charge, following a sharp rise in passenger numbers and improved traffic conditions.