Local news: Oxford
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Play2Give breaks records with Easter egg appeal for local children
Play2Give’s fifth Easter egg appeal in Oxfordshire has broken records, with a record 1,720 eggs donated to local children and families in need from across Oxfordshire.
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Critically acclaimed Inside No. 9 stage adaptation announces UK tour
Following a sold-out West End run, Inside No. 9: Stage / Fright, created by Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith, is heading on a 12-week UK tour this autumn. The Olivier-nominated show combines comedy, suspense, and theatrical twists, featuring a rotating celebrity guest at each performance.
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Cornerstone to power small cell connectivity via street lighting in Oxford
Cornerstone, in partnership with Signify and Dense Air, is transforming Oxford into the UK’s first city to benefit from small cell technology integrated into street lighting. This innovative solution enhances mobile coverage and capacity while supporting 4G and 5G services.
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Iffley Meadows sees fivefold increase in Snake’s-Head fritillary count
An annual count at Iffley Meadows in Oxfordshire recorded nearly 30,000 snake’s-head fritillaries, a dramatic recovery from a 30-year low of just over 6,000 in 2024. The rare wildflower, Oxfordshire’s county flower, blooms in one of the UK’s few remaining floodplain meadows.
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Oxford North’s Careys Construction Campus celebrates first student graduates
Six students have graduated from the pilot Careys Construction Campus at Oxford North, a free three-week training course for those aged 17 and over. Supported by SOFEA and partners including Mace, E.ON, and local colleges, the course taught practical construction skills and led to job offers and interviews.
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Oxford Bus Group celebrates 175 years of combined service at ‘Really Amazing Awards’
The Oxford Bus Group celebrated the exceptional achievements of its staff at the annual ‘Really Amazing Awards’, held at Oxford University’s Museum of Natural History. Six colleagues were honoured for a combined 175 years of long service
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Oxford hotel market strengthens as city ranks joint-second in UK index
Oxford has climbed to joint second place in Colliers’ 2025 UK Hotel Market Index, reflecting strong hotel market fundamentals. The city posted a 9.27% rise in Average Daily Rate (ADR) in 2024 and ranked among the top five for Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) growth.
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Marco Pierre White launches ‘Crack the Egg’ promo with free kids’ meals this Easter
Families can enjoy a festive Easter meal at Marco Pierre White’s Oxford restaurant from 18 to 21 April 2025 with the “Crack the Egg” promotion, where kids under 12 eat free with every paying adult.
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The Fishes launches spring menu with a plant-based twist by chef Gemma Ogston
To celebrate its new spring menu, The Fishes in North Hinksey, Oxford, has partnered with chef and author Gemma Ogston to introduce vibrant, plant-based dishes, including her signature Rainbow Lasagne. For every lasagne sold, 25p will be donated to FareShare UK.
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Concerns raised over water quality ahead of Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race
Ahead of this weekend’s Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race, campaigners warn that the Thames stretch hosting the event has unsafe E.coli levels, with nearly 30% of samples exceeding safe limits despite dry weather.
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Gigaclear supports Bicester and North Oxford Cricket Club with gear and broadband
Cricketers in Bicester and North Oxford have received a boost from the Gigaclear Rural Sports Club Fund, backed by England legend Darren Gough. The club secured funding for youth match balls and free full-fibre broadband for their clubhouse.
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Flight Club celebrates spring with boozy brunch and darts showdown
Flight Club at Westgate is hosting the Ultimate Easter Brunch Takeover, a weekend of celebration with bottomless brunch, beats, and Social Darts. Guests can enjoy a bottle of prosecco (or beers), unlimited pizza, and an hour of darts, accompanied by tunes from a resident DJ and Easter treats.