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Music Tech Sessions Return to Rose Hill Junior Youth Club

Young people in Oxford’s Rose Hill will have the opportunity to create their own music using technology at special sessions taking place on Thursday 6 November. The workshops, organised by Oxfordshire County Council’s music service, are aimed at children in school years 4 to 6 and girls aged 11 to 16. They build on the success of a similar project last year, which saw 15 participants produce 13 original tracks. […]

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Oxford Round Table Fireworks to Light Up South Park This November

The Oxford Round Table’s Annual Charity Fireworks Display will return to Oxford’s South Park on Saturday 8th November 2025, marking the 57th year of the much-loved community event. Recognised as Oxfordshire’s largest charity fireworks spectacular, the event raises funds for local charities, groups and good causes, with over £1 million donated since its inception. This year’s display will include a new low-noise fireworks show at 6.30pm, designed for younger children […]

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Oxfordshire Youth Services Awarded £634,000 Government Grant

Support for young people in Oxfordshire has received a major boost with a £634,347 grant from the government’s Local Youth Transformation Pilot. Oxfordshire County Council is one of a small number of local authorities still investing heavily in youth services, despite not being legally required to do so. The funding will help shape a sustainable model for youth support that could be adopted locally and nationally. Councillor Sean Gaul, Cabinet […]

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Council Seeks Government Funding to Replace Kennington Rail Bridge

Oxfordshire County Council is working to secure government funding to help replace the ageing Kennington rail bridge, a key part of the A423 Southern Bypass used by around 50,000 vehicles each day. The council has written to the Chancellor and the Secretary of State for Transport requesting financial support from the Department for Transport’s new £1 billion Structures Fund to close a £71 million funding gap in the £180 million […]

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Charity

Sobell House Hospice Raises Over £150,000 with OxTrail Auction

The Oxen sculptures that brought color and charm to Oxfordshire this summer have found new homes, raising over £150,000 for Sobell House Hospice. The "OxTrail" event, organised by Sobell House and Wild in Art, showcased 31 large and over 100 mini painted oxen throughout Oxford during July and August. On Friday, September 13th, an auction led by BBC’s Bargain Hunt star Thomas Forrester saw 47 of these unique sculptures sold […]

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Exhibition in Oxford gallery showcases art by people experiencing homelessness

Homeless Oxfordshire is pioneering a remarkable exhibition titled "Through Our Eyes" at the Fusion Arts Gallery in Gloucester Green, Oxford. This unique showcase features art created by individuals experiencing homelessness, offering a compelling glimpse into their lives and perspectives. The exhibition is designed to confront and challenge the stigma associated with homelessness by illustrating the inherent creativity and potential within everyone. Artworks on display are the result of art therapy […]

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Deadline Approaching: Oxfordshire’s Chance to Shine in OxTrail 2024

Oxfordshire organisations have a unique opportunity to join OxTrail 2024, an innovative public art event, with sign-ups closing on December 1st. This is a chance for local entities to be part of Oxford’s first-ever public art trail and contribute to a significant community initiative. Last Opportunity for Local Engagement This event, supporting Sobell House Hospice, invites businesses, schools, and community groups to register by December 1st. Amelia Foster, CEO of […]

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Community

Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival 2023: A Celebration of Community and Creativity

Oxford is gearing up for its annual Christmas Light Festival, set to illuminate the city with creativity and community spirit from 17th to 19th November 2023. Coordinated by Oxford City Council, this year's festival promises an array of engaging activities, captivating light displays, and unique artistic collaborations. Throughout the festival weekend, artists and local communities will come together to create an enchanting experience filled with workshops, exhibitions, light trails, and […]

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Oxfordshire Foster Carer Celebrates the Pivotal Role Black Women Play in Supporting Youth

As Black History Month unfolds with its theme "saluting our sisters," Oxfordshire County Council is championing the role of foster carers and emphasizing the positive impacts black women have had in leading change and fortifying communities. Eileen Momanyi, a 48-year-old Oxfordshire resident, radiates pride when discussing her experience fostering 13 children over the span of four years. Describing her deeply personal journey with these children, Eileen shared: “It is personally […]

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