Retail and Leisure
Our Retail and Leisure category brings together the places, products and experiences that shape how we shop, stay, unwind and explore. From independent boutiques and high-street favourites to standout hotels and leisure destinations, discover what’s new, what’s worth your time, and what’s making an impact across the sector.
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Salon Privé 2025 Day 2 highlights: Concours crowns class winners at Blenheim Palace
Day 2 of Salon Privé 2025 at Blenheim Palace celebrated the 20th Anniversary Concours d’Elégance with the announcement of 12 class winners. From pre-war icons to post-war thoroughbreds and modern masterpieces, the judging revealed a world-class lineup ahead of the coveted Best in Show.
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Mollie’s launches limited-time student deals for September
Mollie’s is helping students and parents this September with discounted stays, free coffee and limited-edition milkshakes at its Oxfordshire location, bringing comfort, affordability and a stylish start to the academic year.
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Salon Privé 2025 Day 1 highlights: Class of 1950s racing Ferraris at the concours
Salon Privé 2025 celebrated its 20th anniversary at Blenheim Palace with a dazzling display of five iconic 1950s Ferraris, from early competition berlinettas to the legendary 250 Testa Rossa. A rare glimpse into Ferrari’s golden racing era.
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Salon Privé 2025 Day 1 highlights: Concours d’Elégance parade
Day One of Salon Privé 2025 at Blenheim Palace featured a spectacular Concours d’Elégance parade. Pre-war icons, post-war classics, and modern masterpieces glided across the lawns, captured against the stunning backdrop of Blenheim Palace.
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Salon Privé 2025 Day 1 highlights: Grand unveilings kick off 20th anniversary at Blenheim Palace
Salon Privé 2025 opened in style with its 20th anniversary celebration, featuring global debuts from RML, Thornley Kelham and Electrogenic, alongside standout showcases from McLaren and Clive Sutton. A spectacular start to the five-day luxury automotive event at Blenheim Palace.
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Salon Privé 2025 Saturday tickets sell out in record time and Sunday set to follow
Salon Privé 2025 has announced its first-ever early sell-out, with Saturday’s Supercar Saturday now closed after selling over 8,000 tickets. Sunday, featuring Richard Hammond and the Concours de Vente, is expected to follow fast as the event heads for a total sell-out.
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Salon Privé 2025 to showcase two historic royal vehicles at Blenheim Palace
Salon Privé will celebrate its 20th anniversary at Blenheim Palace with a rare double act of Royal vehicles – King George VI’s 1939 Daimler and HRH The Princess Royal’s Middlebridge Scimitar – offering visitors a unique glimpse into eight decades of royal motoring history.
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Huge automotive glass gallery rises at Blenheim Palace for Salon Privé 2025
Salon Privé 2025 will debut its most ambitious centrepiece yet: a monumental glass Automotive Gallery at Blenheim Palace. Built from 1,206 panes of glass, the structure will house 44 cars and 2,000 guests, marking a world-first for outdoor automotive events.
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Salon Privé unveils stunning green collection to celebrate its emerald anniversary
Salon Privé has unveiled a spectacular Green Collection, bringing together rare and bespoke supercars, hypercars, and classics. From Bentleys to Bugatti, these striking green automotive icons will take centre stage at Blenheim Palace for its Emerald Anniversary.
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Tanni Grey-Thompson backs Oxford United’s new stadium plans for accessibility
Former British Paralympian Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson has endorsed Oxford United’s proposed 16,000-capacity stadium, which will include 130 wheelchair spaces, raised viewing platforms, step-free access, sensory rooms, Changing Places toilets, and accessible hotel rooms.
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A first look at Bentley’s iconic Heritage Collection competing at Salon Privé 2025
Bentley Motors will make history at Salon Privé 2025 by entering two of its most coveted Heritage Collection models — the 1953 R Type Continental and 1961 S2 Drophead Coupe — into the Concours judging for the very first time.
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‘ART and PLAY’ brings bold creativity and joyful interaction to the heart of Westgate Oxford
Whether you’re pausing mid-shop or exploring with little ones, Westgate Oxford’s new installation ART and PLAY — tucked into the open-air space of Leiden Square — doesn’t whisper for your attention. It shouts, joyfully, in bold colours and sweeping shapes.
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Dennis Pisarenco named Director of Operations at voco Oxford Spires
voco Oxford Spires has appointed Dennis Pisarenco as its new Director of Operations. With over ten years of hospitality experience across the UK, Dennis previously led the launch and rebranding of hotel properties, including one to voco.
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Oxford Bus Company backs Oxford United’s new stadium plans
Oxford Bus Company, Oxfordshire’s largest bus operator and part of the Go-Ahead Group, has officially supported Oxford United’s proposed 16,000-seat stadium north of the city. Highlighting sustainable travel, the company praised plans for 90% of matchday attendees to use public transport, cycling, or walking.
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Ten must-see luxury cars at Salon Privé Concours 2025 in Blenheim Palace
A spectacular line-up of rare and iconic cars are heading to Blenheim Palace for the 20th Anniversary Concours at Salon Privé. From historic Le Mans racers to Hollywood-owned classics, here are ten must-see entries set to steal the show this August.
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Templars Square Shopping Centre announces free summer events for families
Templars Square Shopping Centre has launched a vibrant summer programme packed with free, family-friendly events and community-focused initiatives. Highlights include a visit from Bluey, a returning classic car display, and the Templeton’s Road Trip Trail for children.