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January 14, 2026
Council supports £100,000 loan for Abingdon Abbey Buildings Enhancement project
There is great news for heritage in Abingdon this month. The Vale of White Horse District Council has agreed to lend £100,000 to the Friends of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust to support the Abingdon Abbey Buildings Enhancement Project.
January 14, 2026
New community repair hub opens in Abingdon
People in Abingdon and neighbouring villages will benefit from a new community repair hub, Shed Space, which offers a space to refurbish bikes and household items as well as opportunities to make new friends and share skills.
January 13, 2026
Council submits response to Thames Water reservoir consultation
Vale of White Horse District Council has today (13 January 2026) submitted its consultation response on Thames Water’s proposed reservoir for the district.
January 8, 2026
Meeting with Inspectors will discuss ways forward for Joint Local Plan
Council officers will meet with government planning Inspectors with the hope the districts’ Joint Local Plan will continue its examination.
January 6, 2026
Councils secure a high-quality and sustainable future for leisure facilities in uncertain times
Local residents can look forward to high-quality, sustainable leisure services for at least the next three years after their councils struck a deal for a contract extension.
December 19, 2025
Thames Valley devolution expression of interest submitted to government
An expression of interest letter to create a mayoral strategic authority (MSA) within the Thames Valley has been submitted to government following discussions and agreement by 13 councils within the region.
December 17, 2025
Fe-Fi-Fo-FUN as pantomime returns to The Beacon
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 17, 2025
Council urges everyone to take part in Thames Water’s reservoir consultation
Published 17 December 2025 Vale of White Horse District Council is encouraging everyone in the local area to take part in Thames Water’s public consultation on the proposed South East Strategic Reservoir Option (SESRO), before the 13 January 2026 deadline. The feedback Thames Water gather will inform their Development Consent Order (DCO) application to the […]
December 15, 2025
Statement of sympathy from Cllr Bethia Thomas, Leader of Vale of White Horse District Council, for all affected by tragic act on Bondi Beach in Australia
Published 15 December 2025 “I want to express my deepest sympathy to everyone affected by the tragedy that unfolded this weekend at Bondi Beach in Australia. My thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends who have lost their loved ones because of this senseless act of violence. “I am proud […]
December 15, 2025
Statement by Vale of White Horse District Council on Sanctuary and Fair Treatment
Published 15 December 2025 Our unique and diverse communities are one of our most valuable assets – and we are proud of them. To protect our sense of belonging for all communities, we will challenge and address disinformation, suspicion, and intolerance wherever it occurs. We will do all we can to ensure everyone living in […]
