News
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Milton Park Christmas Market returns with festive flair and Signal Yard preview
Milton Park’s Christmas Market returns on 27 November, featuring artisan gifts, festive treats and a special preview of the upcoming Signal Yard amenity hub, complete with food, wellness stalls and live entertainment.
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Mental health charity Response celebrates 60 years of vital care and community impact
Response celebrates its 60-year anniversary, marking six decades of mental health and housing support across three counties. The charity highlights rising demand and invites supporters to take part in its Dog Jog Virtual Challenge.
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Blenheim Palace Festival announces Katy Perry, Teddy Swims and Pete Tong for 2026 debut
Blenheim Palace Festival has revealed the first headliners for its 2026 debut, including Katy Perry, Teddy Swims and Pete Tong. The new five-day event promises world-class music, culture and VIP experiences set against the iconic backdrop of Blenheim Palace.
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New player shelters by Externiture give Chipping Norton Swifts FC a boost
Chipping Norton Swifts FC has unveiled two new Externiture-donated player shelters at Greystones. Complete with club colours and practical features, they debuted during the U13 girls’ 10–0 season-opening win and have been warmly welcomed by players and coaches.
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City Sightseeing Oxford bus to play starring role at Christmas Light Festival
A glittering open-top City Sightseeing Oxford bus will headline the city’s Christmas Light Festival from 14 to 16 November, joining a programme of markets, workshops and light-themed events supported by more than 25 local partners.
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Henley’s award-winning River & Rowing Museum placed on the market for £3 million
The award-winning River & Rowing Museum in Henley has hit the market for £3m. Designed by David Chipperfield Architects, the landmark includes galleries, a café and offices, with CBRE marketing the site for a wide range of future uses.
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The Ivy Oxford Brasserie offers £5 off as congestion charge begins
The Ivy Oxford Brasserie is giving guests £5 off weekday meals from 10 to 21 November to help ease Oxford’s new congestion charge. Diners must book ahead and order a main course from the à la carte menu to qualify.
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Exeter College unveils proposals for EXOq research and innovation district next to Oxford Parkway station
Exeter College has revealed proposals for EXOq, a major new 30-hectare research and innovation district beside Oxford Parkway station, combining sovereign high-performance computing infrastructure with quantum-ready data facilities, extensive parkland, and new community amenities for Kidlington.
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Cirque du Soleil adds 38 extra and final OVO shows at the Royal Albert Hall
Cirque du Soleil has added 38 extra performances of OVO at the Royal Albert Hall from Jan 2026. The spectacular insect-themed show blends dazzling acrobatics, music, and artistry, for an unforgettable experience.
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Reduced Shakespeare Company brings Complete Works (abridged) to Chipping Norton
A newly rebooted version of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) will arrive at Chipping Norton Theatre in February 2026, bringing the Reduced Shakespeare Company’s fast-paced comic take on all 37 plays to a new generation.
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Oxfordshire approves new scheme to cut disruption from roadworks
Oxfordshire County Council has been approved to introduce a lane rental scheme, charging utility firms for roadworks during peak times to reduce disruption. The initiative targets key routes and aims to shorten works and improve traffic flow.
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Primary school application process opens in Oxfordshire
Parents of children born between September 2021 and August 2022 can now apply for primary school places in Oxfordshire for September 2026. Officials urge families to list four schools and apply before the 15 January deadline.
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The Fox Inn in Boars Hill to close for refurbishment ahead of festive reopening
Boars Hill’s Fox Inn will close on 09 November for a £254k refurbishment by new licensee Stephen Williams. The pub will reopen on 29 November with upgraded interiors, a transformed garden, and four new jobs, just in time for the festive season.
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Oxfordshire rugby coach nominated for national award
Oxford’s Darren Rea has been shortlisted for the 2025 UK Coaching Inclusive Coach of the Year Award for creating transformative SEND rugby opportunities across Oxfordshire, now supporting more than 100 children each week.
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Global beauty giant Sephora Oxford opens its doors at Westgate centre
Sephora has opened its store at Westgate Oxford – its 12th in the UK. Spanning nearly 4,000 square feet the flagship store offers a curated range of skincare makeup haircare and fragrance from cult favourites and exclusive brands.
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Oxford North unveils plans for major public artwork celebrating moths
Oxford North has submitted plans for The Length of a Moment, a new public artwork of three bronze sculptures inspired by the hidden movements of pollinating moths. The installation will form part of the district’s cultural and ecological vision.