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Barclays Bank is preparing to relocate its longstanding branch on Cornmarket Street, moving just across the road to new premises. This move forms part of the broader, ambitious redevelopment of Oxford’s Clarendon Centre, led by Lothbury Investment Management and approved by Oxford City Council in May 2022.
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Bookshop staff served their final customers on 11 June as Waterstones prepares to open its biggest new store in years. Waterstones has served its final customers at its landmark Oxford city centre bookshop, marking the end of a 25-year chapter at the iconic William Baker House on the corner of Cornmarket and Broad Street.
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After a seven-year hiatus from the Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedic mime extraordinaire Trygve Wakenshaw (pronounced Trig-Vee) made a triumphant return in 2024 with his brand-new show, Silly Little Things – and now it’s heading to Oxford as part of a UK tour running through May and June.
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Honouring Oxfordshire: Celebrating our local heroes in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2025The King’s Birthday Honours List is a long-standing tradition that recognises individuals who have made outstanding contributions to public life. From scientific discovery to civic leadership, this year’s list once again highlights the breadth of talent and commitment across the UK – and Oxfordshire is proudly represented.
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Just in time for World Gin Day on Saturday, 14 June, The Store, Oxford’s newest luxury hotel, has announced that its signature London Dry Gin has been awarded World’s Best London Dry Gin at the prestigious World Gin Awards 2025. This global recognition follows The Store’s earlier triumph in May, when the same gin was named Best in Country for England, marking a remarkable double win in its debut year.
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Salon Privé, the UK’s most exclusive automotive and luxury lifestyle event, has announced its official partnership with Qatar Executive, the executive jet division of Qatar Airways. This collaboration marks an exciting new chapter, bringing together two global icons of luxury, performance, and prestige, as Salon Privé celebrates its milestone 20th anniversary in 2025.
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The 2025 edition of Hampton Court Palace Festival opened in spectacular style on Wednesday 11 June with an unforgettable performance from indie-rock legends, James. Taking to the stage in the historic grounds of the palace, the band delivered a hit-filled set featuring fan favourites ‘Laid’, ‘Sit Down’ and ‘Sound’. The James were the first of many internationally renowned acts set to perform at the prestigious festival this year.
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Gladiators fans in Oxfordshire will be delighted to hear that more chances to catch their favourite TV heroes in action have just been announced. Following record-breaking demand that saw tickets for Gladiators Live at London’s OVO Arena Wembley sell out within 24 hours, four additional shows have now been added at The O2 Arena. The action returns to the capital on Saturday 08 and Sunday 09 November 2025, with both matinee and evening performances confirmed.
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Beauty lovers in Oxford can look forward to a major new arrival as Sephora UK has announced plans to open a flagship store at Westgate Oxford in late autumn 2025. The much-anticipated launch will mark Sephora’s 11th UK store and the fifth to open in 2025, bringing with it over 3,900 square feet of premium beauty retail space.
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Bus operators have welcomed plans by Oxfordshire County Council to explore temporary congestion reduction measures, including a controversial £5.00 daily charge for drivers on key routes across the city. The proposed charge, intended to ease delays while Botley Road remains closed until August 2026, could be introduced as early as this autumn—if approved by the council’s cabinet next Tuesday (June 17). A six-week public consultation on the plan is also expected to be launched.
