Starting on 2 December and running until 23 December, free car parking is being provided at various sites in Abingdon, Faringdon and Wantage, by the Vale of White Horse District Council, to encourage people to visit their independent shops for Christmas gifts to help support local businesses. Drivers will be able to park for free…
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Free trees for schools and communities, apply now:
The Woodland Trust is giving FREE trees to schools and communities. The Trust is currently taking applications for tree packs to be delivered in March 2024. Applications are expected to close in January, or sooner depending on stock availability. To apply see their website.
What does climate change mean to you? Take the survey:
The Oxfordshire Climate Action would like to hear your views so they can develop their website to better support local residents and businesses to tackle climate change – take the survey here.
Have your say on how rural crime is affecting your community
There is still time to take part in the Vale’s rural crime survey. They’d like your views on how rural crime is affecting your area. They are particularly interested in understanding what rural crimes you are most concerned about and how they are impacting your neighbourhood. Take part here. The survey is open until 11.59pm…
Faringdon’s Christmas Light Switch On
Join us on Saturday 2nd of December for Faringdon’s Christmas Light Switch On. To book a market stall please contact [email protected]
Halfpenny Bridge has reopened
We have received confirmation from GCC Highways that Halfpenny Bridge at Lechlade has reopened.
New bus service 68 from Monday 27th November
Please see below timetable for new bus service 68, operating between Faringdon and Wantage via rural communities enroute. The service will commence on Monday November 27th. Should you have any queries regarding the attached timetable please feel free to get in touch via [email protected].
Weather warnings in place for Oxfordshire
Severe weather is forecast over the next few days for both heavy rain and wind, although the wind will mainly impact the South of the County. The latest updates are below for reference. You can also access updates and links to further met office information from the County Councils adverse weather page – Storm Ciaran, heavy rainfall…
Age UK Oxfordshire Winter Hub: Supporting older people in Oxfordshire this winter
As we move into the colder and darker months, we become acutely aware of the role we all have in looking out for vulnerable older people in our communities. Winter can be tough at any age, but it’s particularly challenging for older people who face additional health risks, and increased feelings of loneliness and isolation….