John Radcliffe Hospital
Read news and stories about John Radcliffe Hospital (commonly known as the JR Hospital) – Oxford’s main hospital and a nationally recognised centre of clinical excellence, education, and research. It provides a wide range of acute medical services and serves as a regional referral centre for complex care.
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New bus route to link The Oxford Science Park and Oxford hospitals launches in May
A new orbital bus service will connect Oxford Science Park, major hospitals and Park & Ride sites from May. Service 600, operated by Oxford Bus Company, aims to improve transport links for commuters, patients and visitors across the city.
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Children’s health charity and toy company bring the healing power of play to young patients in Oxford
Starlight and Ravensburger have delivered over 7,000 therapeutic toys to John Radcliffe Hospital and paediatric teams nationwide. The toys support children’s emotional wellbeing, reduce anxiety during treatment, and fill critical gaps where hospitals lack budgets for play resources.
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Taylor Wimpey thanks nurses with sweet gesture on International Nurses’ Day
To mark International Nurses’ Day, Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties delivered over 1,200 Lindt chocolates to nurses and staff at key hospitals, including Southampton General and Queen Alexandra.
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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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JR Hospital gets improved bus service as Pulhams takes charge
Pulhams has enhanced the H2 bus service to JR Hospital, increasing frequency and extending the timetable. Now operating every 30 minutes from Witney, Eynsham, and Summertown to the hospital, the service also includes early morning and late evening journeys to Carterton.
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This is Going to Hurt author Adam Kay visits Starlight services at Oxford Children’s Hospital
Former doctor, comedian and one of the UK’s bestselling children’s authors, Adam Kay, and illustrator and fellow comedian Henry Paker, have visited Oxford Children’s Hospital, located at the John Radcliffe Hospital and part of Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH).
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Oxford Bus Company unveils Oxford Hospitals Charity branded electric bus
Oxford Bus Company has launched its first electric branded bus, supporting Oxford Hospitals Charity, the 2024 winner of its ‘Brand the Bus!’ competition.