Local news: North Oxford
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Oxford gastroenterologist joins editorial board of world’s leading digestive health journal
Oxford gastroenterologist Professor James East has been appointed to the International Editorial Board of one of the world’s leading digestive health journals, ahead of the opening of Welbeck Oxford’s new £30m specialist healthcare centre later this year.
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Oxford’s legendary music venue The Jericho Tavern set for makeover
Oxford’s historic Jericho Tavern could be given a fresh new look, with plans submitted to transform the exterior of the Walton Street venue where Radiohead and Supergrass played early career gigs.
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Frieze Farm development raises fresh questions over North Oxford fire station plans
A proposed fire station allocation within the £900m Frieze Farm “innovation district” near Peartree Roundabout has reignited concerns over paused plans to close Rewley Road and Kidlington fire stations, prompting warnings that emergency cover in north Oxford could still be reduced.
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EXOq innovation district plan near Kidlington sparks debate over green belt development
Plans for a major £900 million innovation district on Oxfordshire’s green belt have sparked strong opposition from campaigners and local groups, who warn of severe traffic impacts and accuse developers of a “betrayal” over land use commitments.
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Gardner Leader achieves B Corp Certification as part of responsible business strategy
Regional law firm Gardner Leader has achieved B Corp Certification, marking a major milestone in its commitment to environmental and social responsibility across the communities it serves.
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Immerse yourself in books at Wolvercote Literary Festival this June
Book lovers, aspiring writers and young storytellers are invited to enjoy a free day of talks, workshops and author events at Wolvercote Literary Festival this June
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Residents urged to check water quality before swimming at Wolvercote Mill Stream this Bank Holiday
Oxford residents planning to swim or paddle at Wolvercote Mill Stream this Bank Holiday are being urged to check water quality alerts first, as the popular north Oxford bathing spot remains officially rated “poor”.
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Priory Grove in Oxford reaches 75% sold amid strong demand for new homes
Croudace Homes has announced strong sales momentum at its Priory Grove development in Oxfordshire, with 75% of homes now sold. Located at St Frideswide Farm just north of Oxford, the scheme has attracted a range of buyers to its mix of contemporary one- to four-bedroom homes.
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Oxford North innovation district launches fitted labs and 100-seat auditorium
Oxford North, the city’s state-of-the-art flagship global innovation district, has launched its new fully fitted lab and office accommodation, alongside a state-of-the-art 100-seat auditorium.
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Water Eaton scheme outline consent approved to deliver 800 homes and major infrastructure
Outline consent has been granted for an 800-home sustainable development at Water Eaton, including 400 affordable homes and major infrastructure investment.
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Welbeck Oxford to create more than 200 jobs ahead of opening later this year
Welbeck Oxford has completed the first stage of recruitment as the new private healthcare provider prepares to create more than 200 jobs ahead of opening later this year.
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Oxford North wins CoStar award for South East’s most impactful development
Oxford North has been named the South East’s most impactful commercial development by CoStar, with judges recognising its economic contribution, innovation and role in shaping one of the UK’s leading science and technology districts.