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The Ivy Collection unveils tennis-themed dessert for Wimbledon 2025
The Ivy Collection is celebrating Wimbledon 2025 with a limited-edition dessert—the Centre Court Melting Bombe. Inspired by the tournament’s classic strawberries and cream, it features white chocolate, milk foam, strawberries, shortbread, and vanilla ice cream.
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New head chef at The Plough Shiplake brings fine dining flair to Henley-on-Thames pub
The Plough Shiplake near Henley-on-Thames, has welcomed Ian Normington as its new head chef ahead of the Henley Royal Regatta. With experience at The Ritz and Coworth Park, Ian is transforming the pub’s menu with a lighter, seasonal style that honours British ingredients and culinary traditions.
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Oxfordshire man to paddleboard across English Channel for children’s cancer research
John Bartlett from Garsington, Oxfordshire, is preparing to paddleboard across the English Channel in memory of his 10-year-old niece Pearl, who died of Ewing sarcoma in 2017. Alongside his brother Jamie, Pearl’s father, he’s raising funds for #PearlPower, a named fund under CCLG for childhood cancer research.
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Ask William expands partnership with MBE Summertown for global concierge solutions
Oxford concierge company Ask William has expanded its partnership with MBE Oxford Summertown, enhancing its global logistics and print support. This deepened collaboration follows Ask William’s increased role in international events, such as the 2025 Skoll World Forum.
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The Bull in Charlbury named UK’s best pub at National Pub & Bar Awards 2025
The Bull in Charlbury has been crowned the UK’s best pub for 2025 at the prestigious National Pub & Bar Awards. Reopened in 2023 under new leadership, it beat 255 other county-winning venues to claim the top prize.
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The Old Stables in Wantage invites locals to summer party with creative workshops and music
The Old Stables in Wantage will host a free summer party on Saturday, 28 June. This vibrant community event will include a shared meal made from surplus food, live music, storytelling, art workshops, and a makers market featuring local creatives.
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Oxfordshire’s new active travel and cycling champion seeks residents’ views
Councillor Emily Kerr has been appointed Oxfordshire County Council’s new active travel and cycling champion. Representing Oxford’s Bartlemas division, she’s calling on residents to share their views to help improve walking and cycling across both urban and rural areas.
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Marco Pierre White restaurant in Oxford introduces new summer menu
Marco Pierre White’s Steakhouse Bar & Grill in Oxford has launched an exciting new summer menu which includes light seasonal dishes, luxurious steaks, and specially curated wine pairings.
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Hampton Court Palace Festival 2025 ends with sold-out Elbow shows
Hampton Court Palace Festival 2025 wrapped up with two electrifying sold-out shows by Elbow, closing nine nights of world-class live music that featured standout performances from James, Tom Jones, Rag’n’Bone Man, Chaka Khan, Gary Barlow, and more.
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Thames towpath near Abingdon Road to be closed for essential riverbank repairs
A key section of Oxford’s Thames towpath, between Folly Bridge and Donnington Bridge off Abingdon Road, will be closed from late June to late September 2025 for urgent riverbank repair to prevent erosion and preserve the route.
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One-Eighty wins top honours at Oxfordshire Business Awards 2025
Oxford-based One-Eighty, which provides specialist support for young people facing school attendance, mental health, and behavioural challenges, has been crowned Oxfordshire Business of the Year 2025 and Employer of the Year at the Oxfordshire Business Awards.
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Cherwell planning team in final stages of report on Oxford United stadium proposals
Oxford United Football Club has confirmed that the planning process for its proposed new stadium has reached a critical milestone, with Cherwell District Council’s planning department now in the final stages of completing its official report.
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Vail Williams announces strategic promotions in Thames Valley and Oxford office
Property consultancy Vail Williams has announced three strategic promotions in its Thames Valley region, including Oxford-based partner Guy Parkes, as part of 20 firm-wide changes. Six new LLP members have been added across various offices, including Oxford, Birmingham, and the South Coast.
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Darcica Logistics adds electric truck for zero-emission deliveries in Oxfordshire
Darcica Logistics, based in Bicester and part of Palletways UK, has added a DAF XB 18-tonne electric truck to support its mission of zero-emission pallet deliveries in Oxfordshire. The truck, with a 16-pallet capacity and 300km range, aligns with Oxford’s Zero Emission Zone goals.
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Oxford United backs Dorchester-on-Thames cricket club through Dreaming Spires initiative
Dorchester-on-Thames Cricket Club has received a £1,000 boost from Oxford United’s Dreaming Spires initiative to enhance its 50-year-old clubhouse and support grassroots cricket. In partnership with the ECB, the club is rolling out the All Stars programme for children and creating access to matches for local schools without pitches.
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Salon Privé reveals first of its highly anticipated entries for 2025 concours at Blenheim Palace
Salon Privé is returning to Blenheim Palace this August for its 20th Anniversary, and has unveiled its first headline entries: a rare Duesenberg Model SJ, Romy Schneider’s 300 SL Roadster, and a Le Mans-winning Alpine M64.