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See what's on in Oxford. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.
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Oxford News April 12, 2024
Blenheim Palace launches fashion afternoon tea and retail collection for Icons of British Fashion exhibition
To celebrate its largest exhibition to date, Icons of British Fashion, Blenheim Palace has launched a fashionista themed afternoon tea and enhanced its retail offering with a range of special…
Oxford News April 11, 2024
TUSC to stand candidates in May 2024 Oxford City Council Elections
Oxford Trade Unionist and Socialist Coalition (TUSC) are standing 10 candidates in this year’s Oxford City Council elections to challenge the pro-austerity politics of the Tories and Labour. Years of…
Oxford News April 10, 2024
Creative Industries Festival 2024
In a year that will be dominated by election campaigning on both sides of the Atlantic, at a time when technological advances are raising existential questions, we’re exploring the dynamic…
Oxford News March 27, 2024
Bright and Beautiful – Blenheim Palace Unveils New-Look Butterfly House
The Butterfly House at Blenheim Palace has been given a fresh look for 2024, with the aim of making it more accessible and immersive for visitors, as well as an…
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Oxford Storytelling Festival 2024 – Aug 23-25
OXFORD STORYTELLING FESTIVAL; A NEW, INTIMATE FESTIVAL WEAVING MAGIC WITH STORIES, SPOKEN WORD, POETRY AND SONG. A TRUE FEAST FOR THE SENSES. 23-25th August 2024 Oxford Storytelling Festival The Oxford Storytelling…
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The Gin To My Tonic Festival Oxfordshire 2024 – 7th-9th June
The Gin To My Tonic Festival in Oxfordshire is an event that showcases over 100 gins, each chosen for their exceptional quality and flavour. Attendees are invited on a discovery…
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Truck Festival 2024 – 26th-28th July
Truck Festival, “the Godfather of the small festival scene”, is one of the UK’s longest running and most popular small festivals. 26th-28th July 2024 The Oxford Festival, known to many…
blenheim palace oxfordshire March 7, 2024
Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill announce line-up of events to celebrate his 150th anniversary
Blenheim Palace is marking 150 years since the birth of Sir Winston Churchill by celebrating his extraordinary life with an exciting line-up of events including: Weekly Churchill at Blenheim tours…
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Cowley Road Carnival 2024
Cowley Road Carnival 1st September 2024. Cowley Road Carnival 2024: The Cowley Road Carnival in 2024 promises to be a vibrant celebration of art and culture, featuring amazing costumes, musicians,…
Oxford News March 5, 2024
Religion and Animal Welfare
Writer and former chief executive of Compassion in World Farming Joyce D’Silva discusses her book, Animal Welfare in World Religion: Teaching and Practice, with panellists from different faiths including former Archbishop…
Oxford News March 5, 2024
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Farming
Journalist and scriptwriter Graham Harvey, Archers actor Tim Bentinck and farmer and author Rosamund Young discuss good and bad farming practices and what the future holds for sustainable and environmentally friendly food…
Oxford News March 5, 2024
Transforming Food Production: The Peter Roberts Memorial Lecture
HS GP, writer and television personality Dr Amir Khan talks about his passion for wildlife conservation and support for wildlife friendly and healthy farming practices. The event is the festival’s…
Oxford News March 5, 2024
Henry Dimbleby, James Bailey and Philip Lymbery chaired Francine Stock
Co-founder of the Leon restaurant chain and author of the National Food Strategy Henry Dimbleby, executive director of Waitrose James Bailey and chief executive of Compassion in World Farming Philip…
Oxford News March 5, 2024
Owen Ensor, Ira van Eelen, Jim Mellon and Philip Lymbery chaired Francine Stock
Chief executive of cultivated pet food manufacturer Meatly, daughter of William van Eelen, the pioneer of cultivated meat Ira van Eelen, private investor Jim Mellon, and Compassion in World Farming…
Oxford News March 5, 2024
Celebrating 120 Years of Oxford Motor Club
The History of Oxford Motor Club The Oxford Motor Club has a rich history dating back 120 years, making it a significant milestone in the world of motorsport. Founded on…
Oxford News March 4, 2024
Jo Harrop – Mother’s Day Special Sunday 10th March
Launching the 2024 Snug Sessions at Bishops Court Farm is Singer/Songwriter Jo Harrop, for a Mother’s Day Special on Sunday 10th March 2024. Having just returned from performing at Dizzy’s…
literary festival March 3, 2024
Unveiling the Unexplained: Paranormal Experts to Speak at Oxford Literary Festival
Delving into the Unseen World The upcoming Oxford Literary Festival is set to host a captivating event that delves into the mysterious realm of the paranormal. On March 16th, attendees…
poetry March 1, 2024
Unleash Your Inner Poet: Join the Poetry of Science Competition for Young Writers
Discover the exciting world of science and poetry with the Poetry of Science competition, an enriching opportunity for budding poets aged 5-16 to showcase their creativity and passion for both…
Oxford News February 23, 2024
Blenheim Estate Homes announces application process for new shared ownership properties
Oxfordshire-based housebuilder, Blenheim Estate Homes, has announced that from Friday 1st March 2024 it will be accepting applications for three new shared ownership homes coming to market at Park View,…
Oxford News February 22, 2024
Blenheim Palace transports visitors back to 19th century England with new Victorian-Edwardian Library display
Following the annual deep clean of the Long Library, Blenheim Palace has announced its newest display, The Victorian-Edwardian Library, which will showcase how the Palace looked from the 1880s to…
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Oxford Mail
- 30 minute traffic queues at major M4 junction causing chaoson November 18, 2025 at 6:09 pm
There are major queues at a major M4 Berkshire junction causing chaos for commuters in the area.
- Staff made redundant as retailer in administration with £1.5m losseson November 18, 2025 at 6:00 pm
Fired Earth, a popular interiors retailer, has gone into administration after reporting major financial losses, with all 20 UK stores closing.
- Severe traffic on major Oxford bypass road after incidenton November 18, 2025 at 5:54 pm
There has been an incident on the A4142 Eastern-by-pass road causing severe traffic problems for Oxford commuters.
- Mass arrests made in city centre with large police presence reportedon November 18, 2025 at 5:33 pm
There were mass arrests in central Oxford with a large police presence reported to manage the scenes.
- Thug who attacked woman and stabbed sofa wanted by policeon November 18, 2025 at 5:20 pm
A man from Didcot who made threats to kill and stabbed a sofa with a kitchen knife is being hunted by Thames Valley Police.
BBC News Oxford
- Vaulks wins Fifpro award for mental health workon November 18, 2025 at 5:56 pm
Will Vaulks has been awarded for his work with mental health and suicide prevention.
- Vaulks wins Fifpro award for mental health workon November 18, 2025 at 5:56 pm
Will Vaulks has been awarded for his work with mental health and suicide prevention.
- Cryptocurrency worth £1.1m stolen during car raidon November 18, 2025 at 3:52 pm
Masked men also stole phones and a watch worth about £450,000 during the robbery in Oxford.
- Bishop of Oxford announces retirement dateon November 18, 2025 at 3:17 pm
The Right Reverend Dr Steven Croft says he will step down in July next year.
- Oxford chairman backs Rowett to 'fix' inconsistencyon November 18, 2025 at 1:59 pm
Oxford United chairman Grant Ferguson feels "frustration" at a lack of consistency this season but backs Gary Rowett to turn things around.
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