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Chiltern Railways warn customers of strike disruption between May 31 and June 3

Chiltern Railways has warned customers that there will be a significant impact on its services due to upcoming strike action by ASLEF and the RMT – with no Chiltern Railways…

Join the buzz at Blenheim Palace this half-term with the Wildflower Train and Bee Trail

Make a beeline for Blenheim Palace this half-term, which is a hive of activity for families looking for a ‘buzzy’ day out; all aboard the Rowse Honey Wildflower Train and…

Boundary Encounters exhibition announcement: Modern Art Oxford

Oxford UK: Modern Art Oxford today announces its summer programme, Boundary Encounters, which brings together creative communities for a participatory series of new commissions, residencies, live events and a collaboratively…

Spring into summer with the new Only in Oxfordshire Arts & Culture campaign

Experience Oxfordshire, the county’s Destination Management Organisation, has launched Spring into Summer the second of three strategic campaigns designed to support businesses operating in the county’s visitor economy. Focussing on…

Westgate Oxford welcomes second life fashion pop-up this weekend

Westgate Oxford will welcome pre-loved fashion to the centre this weekend, with fast-growing sustainable fashion business ‘we are.’ operating a pop-up store on Leiden Square over Friday 19th, Saturday 20th,…

Let the kids imaginations run wild at after-school sessions launched at Blenheim Palace’s new family attraction

Following the launch of its biggest family-themed attraction to date, Blenheim Palace has announced bespoke discounted after-school sessions at the exciting Adventure Play area, ideal for families who want to…

Bus Operators welcome extension of £2 fare cap

The Oxford Bus Group has welcomed the Government announcement it has further extended its £2 bus fare cap scheme. It means bus passengers will be able to keep travelling for…

voco Oxford Hotels win European Impact Award for sustainability

The team at voco Oxford flew over to Lyon this week to collect a European Impact Award, in recognition for its hotels’ efforts in sustainability. The hotel won the ‘IHG…

Mollie’s launches Career Pathway to attract, develop and nurture

The hospitality industry has faced unprecedented challenges in recent times, and the need to attract, develop, and nurture talent has never been more critical. Mollie’s, a fast-growing hospitality business, has…

New faces in the flock – lambing season marks major transition on Blenheim Estate

The Blenheim Estate, which surrounds the world-famous Blenheim Palace, is welcoming the first lambs from the Pedigree Hampshire Down rams introduced last September. The rams were brought in to help…

Oxford Bus Company invests in new fleet as popularity of Airline service takes off

Oxford Bus Company has invested £2M in a new range of luxury coaches and will increase its airline services to Heathrow Airport to every 20 minutes. An additional 12 departures…

Unicorns and Dragons for Half Term at Fairytale Farm

Fairytale Farm‘s annual unicorn event just got bigger. This May Half Term (27th May to 4th June) they will be running a brand new event called ‘Once upon a Unicorn…

Oxford enthusiast adds some poetic charm to popular City Sightseeing tours

A City Sightseeing tour guide with a poetic flair has added some lyrical humour into Oxford’s open top bus tours with his political verses which have wowed passengers and tourists….

Sunday Lunch at Malmaison Oxford

Experience the ultimate Sunday lunch in the depths of a former prison, at Malmaison Oxford’s secluded and uber stylish restaurant. Boasting exceptional service, spectacular décor and a delectable menu, guests…

Chiltern Railways celebrates the Coronation of King Charles III

Chiltern Railways is adding additional capacity and hosting events to celebrate the King’s Coronation on Saturday 6 May. To celebrate this historic occasion, Chiltern will be decorating stations including Solihull,…

Bicester Heritage’s varied events calendar continues to put Oxfordshire on the map

Bicester Heritage, the nation’s best-preserved World War 2 RAF Bomber Station, continues to support Oxfordshire’s tourism sector through its varied events calendar. The site itself has become a visitor attraction,…

The King’s Coronation Weekend at Fairytale Farm

Fairytale Farm has announced a special three-day weekend of child-friendly celebrations to commemorate the King’s Coronation on 6th to 8th May 2023. Fairytale Farm owner, Nick Laister, says: “Join us…

Vital bus services provided during rail closures

Thames Travel has enhanced bus services to further support passengers during rail closures on the Oxford to Didcot line. The Thames Travel X32 service between Oxford and Didcot has been…

Finalists announced for VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2023

VisitEngland has today 27 April announced the finalists who will go forward to compete for the tourism industry’s annual national Awards for Excellence. The 48 finalists, announced following a rigorous…

Chiltern Railways warn customers of busy trains between Oxford and London

Chiltern Railways has advised customers to expect busier trains than usual between Oxford and London Marylebone from Monday 17 April. Train operators are unable to operate any trains between Oxford…

Bicester Heritage’s events season well underway, with successful April Scramble

Bicester Heritage’s 2023 events season is well underway, following a successful April Scramble. Red Bull Racing, on behalf of Race against Dementia, and NIO proved the star attractions of ‘Local…