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Oxford-born actress Miriam Margolyes, 85, reveals turning down TV shows

The Oxford-born performer, who portrayed Professor Sprout across multiple entries in the film franchise based on J.K. Rowling's wizarding novels, made the disclosure during a recent interview. Margo...

Thames Water crews search for burst main after Witney homes left without water

Residents of Witney have experienced disruptions to their water supply following a suspected burst water main. Properties in the OX29 postcode area have been left without water entirely or have exper...

Greene King launches Cornerstone Pubs concept for community venues

A national pub operator has introduced a fresh pub concept designed to offer affordable pricing on a regular basis. The initiative, announced on August 26, brings together several of the company's ex...

Upper Heyfest brings live music and family fun to Upper Heyford

A community celebration drew residents to the Upper Heyford recreation ground last month, offering an afternoon and evening of entertainment for all ages. The free celebration took place beside Upper...

Puy du Fou review: What 3m visitors tells us about Oxfordshire planning bid

A historical attraction in western France has demonstrated how past eras can be vividly recreated for modern audiences, with a recently opened visitor experience proving particularly compelling for th...

Chuck E. Cheese to open first UK branch in late 2026

Several American quick-service restaurant brands are preparing to launch their debut UK establishments during 2026. The expansion follows a notable increase in United States food chains establishing ...

Clarkson: AI warnings overblown, cites failed Ice Age, nuclear war predictions

The owner of Diddly Squat Farm and star of Clarkson's Farm has dismissed warnings about artificial intelligence as exaggerated in a recent column. Jeremy Clarkson, whose agricultural business operate...

Oxford Mushroom Farm hosts free Bank Holiday open day with live music

An Oxfordshire-based mushroom cultivation business is set to welcome visitors during the Bank Holiday weekend with an event combining fungi and entertainment. Oxford Mushroom Farm will open its doors...

Abingdon man arrested with knife for breaching court bail conditions

Police in Oxfordshire have taken a man into custody on suspicion of breaching bail conditions imposed by a court, during which a bladed article was discovered. Officers from the Thames Valley Police ...

Oxfordshire’s best tribute bands: Blurd, Arrival and The Bohemians in archive photos

A retrospective collection showcases some of the finest tribute performances and music festivals held across Oxfordshire throughout recent decades. Live entertainment remains popular with audiences, ...

Joe Swash’s Channel 4 cooking show Batch from Scratch reportedly cancelled

The Sun has reported that Joe Swash's Channel 4 culinary programme Batch from Scratch: Cooking For Less has been cancelled. The series, which premiered in February 2025 alongside food expert Suzanne ...

Jet2 adds flights to Burgas for Eurovision 2027 from 11 UK airports

The low-cost airline Jet2 has unveiled a collection of fresh routes to the Bulgarian coastal destination of Burgas, presenting holidaymakers with expanded opportunities for future travel plans. The c...

Rollright Stones Family Day returns for fifth year on August 31

A special family-oriented event will allow visitors to engage with prehistoric heritage at a significant ancient monument. The organisation responsible for maintaining the Rollright Stones is staging...

Groove Armada star Andy Cato to perform at Jeremy Clarkson’s Hawkstone Harvest Festival

A former Top Gear presenter is preparing to stage a music event at his Oxfordshire establishment next week, with a performer who achieved fame during the 1990s scheduled to appear. Jeremy Clarkson wi...

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Oxford-born actress Miriam Margolyes, 85, reveals turning down TV shows

The Oxford-born performer, who portrayed Professor Sprout across multiple entries in the film franchise based on J.K. Rowling's wizarding novels, made the disclosure during a recent interview. Margo...

Thames Water crews search for burst main after Witney homes left without water

Residents of Witney have experienced disruptions to their water supply following a suspected burst water main. Properties in the OX29 postcode area have been left without water entirely or have exper...

Rowan Cottage The Green, Grove, Wantage sold for £400,000 in July 2026

A detached property at Rowan Cottage The Green, Grove, Wantage, OX12 0AN sold for £400,000 on 17 July 2026, according to HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Across 44 detached property transactions recorded in postcode district OX12 during 2026, the median price paid was £472,500. This transaction was £72,500 below the m

Reading Blue Coat celebrates 380 years with scholarships and open days

Standing on the banks of the River Thames at Sonning, Reading Blue Coat occupies a 46-acre campus that has served as the institution's home since the late 1940s. The school traces its origins to 1646...