Local news: Oxford
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Sleigh2Give smashes records with biggest toy collection in its 11-year history
Oxfordshire’s Sleigh2Give Christmas appeal has smashed its own record, collecting an estimated 8,000 gifts in its 11th year. Run by Didcot charity Play2Give, the campaign supported hospitals, charities and families, with surplus toys set to benefit young patients throughout 2026.
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Croudace Homes spread festive cheer at Cutteslowe Primary School Christmas fair
Croudace Homes added festive sparkle to Cutteslowe Primary School’s Christmas fair by sponsoring a bauble-making workshop, giving pupils the chance to create their own decorations while supporting a much-loved community tradition in north Oxford.
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The Alchemist to bring back its 2010 menu with £6 cocktails and dishes this January
The Alchemist is reviving its original 2010 menu this January, offering cult cocktails and classic dishes from just £6 as part of a limited-edition nationwide throwback.
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City Sightseeing Oxford launches magical elf trail this Christmas
City Sightseeing Oxford is spreading festive cheer with a new Christmas elf trail, encouraging families to solve riddles, explore the city and enjoy festive rewards alongside its popular Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour.
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City Council approves new Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg public art for Oxford North’s Canalside Park
Oxford City Council has approved Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg’s The Length of a Moment, a trio of monumental bronze sculptures celebrating moths as essential pollinators, set to become a new landmark in Oxford North’s Canalside Park.
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Oxford Bus Company announces festive timetables and Christmas Day airline service
Oxford Bus Company has confirmed festive timetables from Christmas Eve to 02 January, including a special Christmas Day airline coach service between Oxford and Heathrow Airport.
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Oliver Bonas relocates to larger store at Westgate Oxford
Oliver Bonas has relocated to a new 2,954 sq ft store at Westgate Oxford, expanding its range of clothing, accessories and homeware just in time for the Christmas shopping season.
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Oxford Coaches recognised in UK Coaching and England Boxing Women in Coaching spotlight
Oxford boxing coaches Suzanne Vjestica-Brown and Harriet Brennan are being celebrated nationally for breaking barriers, overcoming personal challenges and transforming lives through sport in UK Coaching’s Women in Coaching series.
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Oxford triathlete Oliver Conway joins British Olympic World Class Programme ahead of LA 2028
Oxford triathlete Oliver Conway has been selected for British Triathlon’s Olympic World Class Programme after a standout season, including two gold medals at the World Triathlon Grand Finals, as preparations build towards the LA 2028 and Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.
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Oxford Ice Rink skaters win gold in National Figure Skating Championships
Oxford skaters Ellie Coley and William Sandelands have won Gold at the British National Figure Skating Championships and will perform their routine during the Movie Magic on Ice show on 13 and 14 December. Tickets are now on sale.
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The Alchemist partners with TRIP to reinvent Dry January with mindful and creative serves
The Alchemist and TRIP are reinventing Dry January with a creative menu of no- and low-alcohol cocktails available throughout January. Featuring TRIP’s botanical blends and premium non-alcoholic spirits, the collaboration celebrates flavour, mindfulness and modern drinking culture.
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Westgate Oxford partners with Retail Trust to support and protect retail workers this festive season
Westgate Oxford has joined forces with the Retail Trust to protect retail staff this festive season, offering free wellbeing and de-escalation training. Centre-wide messaging will encourage shoppers to show kindness and help restore respect to the high street.