Local news: Oxford
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Kids eat free at Marco Pierre White’s Oxford this Halloween half term
Kids eat free this Halloween half term at Marco Pierre White’s Oxford Steakhouse Bar & Grill. Families can enjoy classic dishes in a relaxed setting, with every paying adult main including a complimentary two-course meal for children under 12.
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Runners raise over £11k for Oxford mental health charity Response
Fifty runners raised over £11k for Littlemore-based charity Response during the Oxford Half Marathon, supporting mental health and housing services for hundreds across Oxfordshire.
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Westgate Oxford hosts family fun this half term
Westgate Oxford is bringing family fun this half term with a new Alice in Wonderland-themed trail, Halloween crafts, and the centre’s first-ever dogwalk. Enjoy free, family-friendly activities, creative workshops, and surprises for both kids and pets.
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The Alchemist stirs up spooky magic with limited-edition Halloween cocktails
The Alchemist is bringing back its signature dark theatre this Halloween with the limited-edition Midnight Zombie cocktail, alongside spooky favourites served with smoke, sparks and a touch of Alchemist magic.
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Westgate Oxford launches Alice in Wonderland trail and family activities
Westgate Oxford is hosting a week of free half-term fun with a new Alice in Wonderland trail, Halloween crafts, and the centre’s first-ever ‘dogwalk’ for pets and owners.
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COSMO Oxford throws spooky Halloween cosplay party with free drinks for guests in costume
COSMO Oxford is hosting a Halloween Cosplay Party on 31 October, offering guests in costume a free bottomless soft drink. Expect spooky fun, delicious food, and plenty of creative costumes at this frightfully festive event.
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Flight Club Oxford celebrates 10 years with epic birthday bash on 21 October
Flight Club Oxford celebrates its 10th birthday on 21 October with DJs, prizes and a £1,000 bar tab up for grabs. The event supports local charity Yellow Submarine and revives “Martha,” the fire engine behind the brand’s beginnings.
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Oxford United renews partnership with IFX Payments
Oxford United has renewed its partnership with IFX Payments for the 2025/26 season, extending a successful collaboration that supports the Club’s commercial operations and strengthens community and business ties through sponsorship and networking initiatives.
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The Folly’s winter dining domes return to Oxford’s riverside
Experience The Folly’s signature winter dining domes – elegant, heated spaces beside the River Thames that blend comfort, privacy, and Oxford’s riverside charm.
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Oxford bus driver overcomes illness and injury to complete Oxford Half Marathon
Oxford Bus Company driver Mark Temple fought illness and injury to complete the Oxford Half Marathon, raising £420 for Sobell House Hospice. Finishing in 1:32:15, he now plans to cycle from Liverpool to Oxford in his next charity challenge.
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Billy the Bear Halloween Trail brings spooky family fun to Oxford
This half term, the Billy the Bear Halloween Trail returns to Oxford’s Canalside Quarter with a spooky twist. Families can follow Billy’s footsteps, enjoy themed photo spots, and earn a Halloween goodie bag on this free, fun-filled adventure.
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Fortitude Communications strengthens team with three new hires
Fortitude Communications has expanded its team with three new appointments, strengthening its expertise in PR, creative marketing and digital media. The Oxford-based agency says the hires reflect continued growth and a commitment to delivering outstanding results for clients.