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Prime Suspect actor’s widow to run Oxford Half Marathon for Sobell House Hospice
Widow of Prime Suspect actor John Turner is running the Oxford Half Marathon in his memory, raising funds for Sobell House Hospice, which cared for him during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Federated Hermes Secures £376 Million Financing for Milton Park
Federated Hermes has announced a £376m refinancing for Milton Park in Oxfordshire, one of the UK’s largest single-asset financings outside London. The deal, led by Barings Real Estate and supported by HSBC UK, reinforces Milton Park’s position as a world-class innovation hub.
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Dame Mary Berry officially opens Audley Shiplake Meadows retirement village
Audley Shiplake Meadows, a new retirement village near Henley-on-Thames, has officially opened with a ceremony led by Dame Mary Berry. The development offers 65 senior living apartments, penthouses and cottages, all with private outdoor spaces and andscaped grounds.
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Speakers confirmed for landmark World Mental Health Day event in Oxford
On World Mental Health Day, Oxford University’s Kellogg College and Oxfordshire Mind will host a free event exploring the financial cost of poor workplace mental health and how absenteeism, presenteeism and staff turnover create significant business challenges.
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Works by Hester Finch and Deborah K Lerner on show at DEPOT Oxford 2025
Hannah Payne Art showcased paintings by Hester Finch and Deborah K Lerner at DEPOT Oxford 2025. The exhibition highlighted two distinct yet complementary practices exploring form, identity, and the expressive possibilities of paint.
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Grove Business Park welcomes Croyde Medical as its latest occupier as expansion continues
Croyde Medical, a leading UK maternity equipment supplier, has become the latest occupier at Grove Business Park, signing for a 3,419 sq ft unit as the Park undergoes a major expansion.
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The Ivy Oxford Brasserie launches sweet twist on its iconic Shepherd’s Pie
This October, The Ivy Oxford Brasserie has unveiled a playful twist on its most iconic dish with the launch of the Shepherd’s Pie Dessert — a sweet reimagining of the restaurant’s beloved classic, complete with chocolate, carrot cake and candied rosemary.
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South Indian vegetarian restaurant Crispy Dosa opens at Orchard Centre Didcot
Orchard Centre Didcot has welcomed a vibrant new addition to its dining lineup with the opening of Crispy Dosa. The South Indian vegetarian restaurant brings authentic flavours, bold spices and a colourful menu to Didcot.
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Marco Pierre White unveils new autumn menu at Oxford Steakhouse
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill in Oxford has launched a new autumn menu featuring classic British favourites with French-inspired flair. Dishes include Box Tree Chicken Liver Parfait, Mr White’s Mixed Grill, and a two-course 1961 set menu
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Catering Services International becomes 100% employee-owned
Catering Services International has become 100% employee-owned through an Employee Ownership Trust, securing its independence and empowering staff to share in its success. The landmark transition celebrates over 35 years of innovation, loyalty, and growth in hospitality recruitment.
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Graven Hill marks end of summer with Hoedown celebration attracting hundreds
Graven Hill residents celebrated the end of summer with a lively Hoedown featuring music, dancing, and family fun. The community-led event brought hundreds together to enjoy food, entertainment, and a shared sense of connection.
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Swedish company Inify selects Milton Park as first UK base for AI-powered cancer diagnostics
Inify Laboratories has chosen Milton Park’s Nebula development for its first UK laboratory, bringing AI-powered cancer diagnostics to Oxfordshire. The facility aims to reduce NHS delays in prostate cancer testing, with results guaranteed in five days or less and world-leading diagnostic accuracy.
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History of Science Museum secures approval for major transformation project
Oxford University’s History of Science Museum has received Listed Building Consent and Planning Permission for a major refurbishment that will transform the 17th-century landmark into a fully accessible, modern public museum.
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Azets strengthens Oxfordshire and South R&D team with two strategic appointments
Azets has expanded its R&D tax relief team across Oxfordshire and the South, appointing two new managers and promoting a senior leader as part of its growth strategy to double R&D revenues by 2028.
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Curiosity Cube brings hands-on science to Oxford to inspire the next generation of scientists
Greyfriars Oxford Catholic School welcomed Merck’s Curiosity Cube — a travelling mobile lab — for a day of hands-on science, introducing students to real-world experiments in artificial intelligence and inspiring curiosity in the next generation of scientists.
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Oxford–Cambridge electric air-taxi project takes off from Bicester Motion
A new chapter in sustainable aviation is taking flight at Bicester Motion as the OxCam AAM Corridor project launches to test electric air-taxi travel between Oxford and Cambridge. Led by Skyports, the initiative brings together top UK aviation experts to pioneer regional Advanced Air Mobility.