Local news: Wallingford
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Wallingford’s Connect Catering celebrates national award recognition
Connect Catering in Wallingford celebrates national recognition, with team member Sally Allen shortlisted at the 2026 Contract Catering Awards.
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The Chequers at Berrick Salome reopens under new management after refurbishment
The Chequers at Berrick Salome has reopened under new management after a major refurbishment. The historic pub now offers elevated modern British dining, local ales and welcoming spaces in the heart of South Oxfordshire.
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Crazy Bear announces extravagant New Year’s Eve party in Oxfordshire
Crazy Bear Stadhampton will host an extravagant New Year’s Eve celebration featuring top live performers, a signature buffet, circus artistry and a DJ until 2.00am. Limited tickets also remain for select Christmas cabaret parties later in December.
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Crazy Bear unveils a glittering season of Christmas cabaret parties
Crazy Bear Stadhampton has launched 13 festive cabaret nights featuring West End performers, circus artists, samba dancers and a signature English and Thai buffet. Some dates are already sold out, with limited tickets remaining for selected evenings.
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Crazy Bear introduces monthly jazz lunches in the Glasshouse
Crazy Bear Stadhampton is introducing Sunday Jazz in the Glasshouse, combining a three-course roast with live jazz from Sepha. Running monthly from November to May, the event offers a laid-back dining experience with seasonal dishes and classic roast favourites.
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Thames Travel launches new bus service between Goring and Wallingford
Thames Travel has launched its new 134 bus service between Goring and Wallingford, maintaining vital public transport links in South Oxfordshire. The hourly weekday route offers larger buses, increasing capacity while preserving connections to key villages and services.
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Abingdon resident wins Boodles Best Hat Competition at Salon Privé 2025
Abingdon’s Cheryl Prior has won Salon Privé’s 2025 Best Hat competition with a design by Louise Clare Millinery. Her victory capped off an edition of the luxury event that welcomed a record 28,000 visitors to Blenheim Palace.
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Grants awarded to improve community transport in Oxfordshire
Four Oxfordshire organisations will share £64,572 to improve community transport. The grants, from Oxfordshire County Council, will support routes, running costs, and volunteer drivers, helping ensure vital services for people without access to cars.
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Outdoor pools season extended and doggy swims return
The outdoor pools season at Riverside in Wallingford and Abbey Meadow in Abingdon has been extended until 07 September, giving families more time to enjoy the facilities. The season will close on 08 September with the return of Doggy Swims, where pets can take to the water before pools are closed for the winter.
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Oxfordshire road resurfacing work underway to improve highways
A county-wide road resurfacing programme is underway across Oxfordshire, led by Oxfordshire County Council and its contractor, M Group. Spanning 36 sites, the project aims to improve road conditions, safety, and driving comfort by mid-October.
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Barnwood Limited strengthens pipeline in Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor
Barnwood Limited has reported a strong start to 2025, underpinned by project completions and a robust pipeline along the revived Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor. The firm has delivered £40m in Oxfordshire projects over the past two years and anticipates continued growth.
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Grade II-listed rectory farm house once owned by Sir Michael Caine now on market
Rectory Farm House, a 17th-century Grade II-listed country estate in North Stoke, Oxfordshire, and once the home of Sir Michael Caine, is now on sale for £10m through Savills. The six-bedroom property spans 8.3 acres with 600 feet of River Thames frontage.