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
July 16, 2025
Rubbish judgment sees resident fined for A34 fly-tip
Vale of White Horse District Council has successfully prosecuted a Didcot resident after their waste was found fly-tipped in a layby on the A34 southbound, near Kennington—an area of persistent public concern around litter and illegal dumping.
July 10, 2025
Book now for FREE South and Vale Summer Holiday Activities!
Secure your spot. Don’t miss out!
July 3, 2025
Two fined for dumping rubbish in rural Oxfordshire
Two residents have been brought to book after admitting responsibility for separate fly-tipping incidents in the Vale of White Horse. Failure to pay fine costs Fyfield fly-tipper Lorna Swift, 40, of Summers Close, Kingston Bagpuize, attended Oxford Magistrates’ Court on Friday 13 June, when she pleaded guilty to unlawfully depositing black bags full of rubbish […]
May 29, 2025
Let’s rethink bulky waste – could you rehome or repair it instead?
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are encouraging residents to think twice before booking a bulky waste collection – because that old cupboard, television, table or unwanted bookcase might still have plenty of life left in it.
May 16, 2025
Get active and join the excitement of half term with a free family fun day, shows and more!
Looking for exciting ways to keep the kids entertained this May half-term? Come along to Abingdon Fun Day on Wednesday 28 May – a completely free day of games, sports, and family activities at the White Horse Leisure and Tennis Centre!
May 15, 2025
Let’s talk rubbish! Tell us what you think of our waste services
Complete the 2025 Waste Survey
May 15, 2025
Cabinet Members and Chair confirmed at Vale of White Horse District Council – May 2025
Councillor Bethia Thomas, Leader of Vale of White Horse District Council has this week (Wednesday 14 May) announced details of the council’s new cabinet. Cllr Emily Smith returns to the Cabinet as the member responsible for Planning Development. Cllr Smith previously served as Council Leader and was co-chair of the Joint Audit and Governance Committee. […]
May 15, 2025
Leader’s statement – Report to Council – 14 May 2025
Cllr Bethia Thomas, Leader of Vale of White Horse District Council, delivered her latest Report to Council at the meeting on 14 May 2025: Firstly I want to welcome you all here tonight to mark the beginning of a new municipal year. I almost feel like a veteran these days, though I know many of […]
March 25, 2025
Get ready for Easter fun with free and low-cost holiday activities across South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse!
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are thrilled to announce their exciting programme of free and low-cost activities for young children, teenagers and families this Easter holiday. Taking place at various locations across the districts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Don’t miss out – bookings are open now and activity sessions […]
March 20, 2025
Brown bin permit holders can have extra garden waste collected
Residents who have purchased a permit for the district councils brown bin garden waste collection service in South Oxfordshire or the Vale of White Horse can have extra garden waste collected for free, on their normal scheduled collection day only, between 31 March* and 11 April. Permit holders can put out a maximum of up […]
