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June 11, 2026

Councils across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire are working closely together to prepare for a key government announcement expected in July regarding the future shape of local government in the area.

May 26, 2026

Published 26 May 2026 Residents are encouraged to come along to a series of cost-of-living roadshows offering support and advice on managing household costs. In recent years, the cost-of-living crisis has become a cost-of-living reality for many residents across South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse. From May to December this year, the Community Hub Team from South Oxfordshire and Vale of White […]

April 1, 2026

Published 1 April 2026 On 25 March, the Southern Oxfordshire Heritage, Culture, and Creative Industries Symposium returned to the Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot. The three-hour event, made possible through funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Arts Council England grants received earlier in the year, brought together 30 people from local museums, theatres, […]

December 17, 2025

A giant festive adventure is coming to The Beacon in Wantage this Christmas, with professional pantomime company TaleGate Theatre productions bringing Jack and the Beanstalk live to the stage.  The Beacon has not had a pantomime since Robin Hood in 2023, leaving a gap for festive family theatre in Wantage. However, panto is back and TaleGate Theatre productions will be entertaining families with a fun filled traditional pantomime packed with […]

December 15, 2025

Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot and The Beacon Arts, Entertainment and Community Centre in Wantage have launched new websites to make it easier for visitors to explore what’s on offer.  As part of their ongoing Action Plans to ensure long-term sustainability, these updates are key steps in enhancing the venues’ services and ensuring they continue […]

December 1, 2025

South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils continue to offer the Disabled Facilities Grant to help disabled and vulnerable residents make their homes safer, more comfortable, and better suited to their needs.  The Disabled Facilities Grant is a means-tested grant providing financial help for home adaptations such as installing ramps and stairlifts for […]

November 20, 2025

Botley is one step closer to having a welcoming space for the community and local sports clubs, thanks to funding support for the Pavilion’s development.   Botley and North Hinksey Parish Council is set to receive £250,000 in Community Infrastructure Levy funding from Vale of White Horse District Council towards the delivery of phase one of […]

November 12, 2025

Great news for rugby fans in Grove and the surrounding areas. Grove Rugby Football Club is set to receive £83,861 from Vale of White Horse District Council to help modernise and improve its facilities.  The funding will go towards adding additional kitchen facilities and modernising the existing building.   The project has also been designed to […]

September 29, 2025

South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have launched a Food and Warmth Grant Scheme to help local organisations who are directly supporting residents struggling with the rising cost of living.  The scheme will distribute grants to local not-for-profit organisations delivering projects that improve access to food and help people keep their homes […]

July 1, 2025

A brand new event has been launched to help local arts, culture and heritage to thrive, linking the groups and organisations who need support with those that have the ability to provide it.  The inaugural Heritage Network event successfully took place on 25 June at the Abbey Buildings in Abingdon. Around 30 representatives from local […]