A guide to services and advice from the council, as well as local and national organisations, to help during the summer months.
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Gavin Walton
June 23, 2026
Bin days staying the same, but collection times may change across South Oxfordshire and the Vale
Residents across South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse are being reminded to put their bins out by 6am on their scheduled collection day, ahead of route changes starting later this month.
June 15, 2026
Residents invited to shape the future of local parish arrangements
Residents in two areas of the Vale of White Horse are encouraged to have their say on proposals which could change how their communities are represented in the future.
April 30, 2026
Too good to be true £20 waste deal costs barber shop owner £2,200
A decision to pay someone £20 to remove a substantial amount of waste has ended up costing the owner of a barber shop more than £2,200.
April 30, 2026
Let’s talk rubbish 2026 – tell us what you think of our waste and street cleaning services
Share your views on our rubbish, recycling and street cleaning services
April 7, 2026
Extra garden waste collection for permit holders this April
Residents with a garden waste permit can have extra garden waste collected for free, on their normal scheduled collection day only, between 20 April and 1 May 2026.
March 26, 2026
Could your parish be about to change?
Residents of several parishes in the Vale of White Horse have the chance to comment on potential changes for the area that their parish council covers. People taking part in the 2026 Community Governance Review will play their part in helping to ensure that their local council is effective, efficient and better reflects the interests […]
February 23, 2026
Residents reminded to buy their new garden waste permit
Residents who receive garden waste collections in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse are being reminded to buy a new permit if they wish to continue receiving collections from 1 April through to 31 March 2027
February 19, 2026
Dig in for free! South and Vale residents invited to grab complimentary compost this March
Spring is coming – and so is your chance to give your garden a natural boost! South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are inviting residents to collect free, nutrient-rich compost at special giveaway events this March. It’s the perfect way to recycle, reduce waste and grow something great!
February 12, 2026
Vale Council sets balanced 2026/27 budget focused on communities, services and responsible spending
Vale of White Horse District Council has agreed its £21million budget for 2026/27, setting out how it will protect essential local services, invest in community facilities and manage public money responsibly during a period of continued financial pressure on councils and households.
February 6, 2026
Draft Vale 2026/27 budget to be considered by Council
A draft budget for 2026/27, setting out how Vale of White Horse District Council plans to protect local services, support communities and manage public money carefully, will be presented to councillors for approval this month.
