Local news: Oxford
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Oxford SmartZone freezes key bus ticket prices across the city
Oxford SmartZone has confirmed a price freeze on several popular bus tickets, offering passengers continued affordable and flexible travel across Oxford despite limited fare changes coming into effect later this month.
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Three Oxfordshire primary schools invest in energy-efficient classrooms
Three Oxfordshire primary schools have secured council-backed energy efficiency loans to install solar panels and LED lighting, helping reduce carbon emissions, cut costs and give pupils first-hand experience of sustainable technology in the classroom.
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Horse racing icon Rachael Blackmore to meet fans at Westgate Oxford
Racing legend Rachael Blackmore will visit Westgate Oxford this Saturday, meeting fans and showcasing what’s new for Ladies Day at The Cheltenham Festival 2026 as part of a nationwide roadshow celebrating inclusivity in sport.
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Oxfordshire residents invited to take part in 21-mile heart charity walk this February
Oxfordshire residents are invited to take part in a 21-mile charity walk this February to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation, combining scenic county routes with vital support for heart research.
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Oxford North volunteers create sensory garden and transform Wolvercote community spaces
Volunteers from Oxford North and its partners have created a new SEND sensory garden at Wolvercote Primary School and revitalised Wolvercote Young People’s Club, delivering lasting community benefits through more than 500 hours of place-based volunteering.
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Fortitude Communications partners with ARCh on book donation campaign to inspire young readers
Oxford-based Fortitude Communications has launched a book donation campaign with Assisted Reading for Children to support literacy, following research showing children’s enjoyment of reading has fallen to its lowest level in 20 years.
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The Brand New Heavies bring 35th anniversary UK tour to Oxford with special guests Galliano
The Brand New Heavies are bringing their 35th anniversary UK tour to Oxford’s New Theatre this March, with special guests Galliano. The show will celebrate the band’s Acid Jazz legacy and catalogue of classic hits.
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Sensory room named after Andy Baker opens at Oxford Head Injury Services
Andy Baker MBE has been honoured with the opening of a new sensory room at Oxford Head Injury Services, funded by his charity Play2Give to support adults living with acquired brain injuries in a calm, therapeutic environment.
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Stepnell completes refurbishment of Molecular and Imaging laboratories at University of Oxford
Stepnell has completed a complex refurbishment of specialist laboratories at the University of Oxford, modernising facilities within the Henry Wellcome Building while working in a live research environment and delivering significant local social value.
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Holly Humberstone to bring intimate Oxford show on Cruel World record store tour
Holly Humberstone is bringing her Cruel World record store tour to Oxford this March, with an intimate show at O2 Academy ahead of the album’s release.
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Oxfordshire bus operators confirms continued £3 fare cap until end of 2026
The £3 cap on single bus fares will remain in place across Oxfordshire until the end of 2026, with Oxford Bus Group confirming continued participation in the government-backed scheme supporting affordable and sustainable travel.
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Jools Holland brings Rhythm & Blues Orchestra tour to Oxford with Special Guest Roachford
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra are set to return to Oxford this November, bringing their acclaimed live show to the New Theatre as part of a major UK tour featuring special guest Roachford.