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Didcot to Oxford Rail Line Closure
Due to major engineering work at Oxford Station, the rail line between Didcot Parkway and Oxford will be fully closed for eight days from 1st February. All services on this stretch will be replaced by buses. Network Rail is demolishing … Continue reading
Candles for Ukraine
Ann Tomline writes … I am collecting candle stubs or unwanted candles again for Ukraine. A group of three people in Didcot will melt down the candles and make lights for the soldiers in the trenches. The items are taken … Continue reading
Hedge Planting
Wild Oxfordshire has plans to complete the hedge that was planted alongside the permissive path on the road to Clifton Hampden. They are looking for volunteers to help with the planting. The first planting day is on Saturday 7th February … Continue reading
Christmas Waste and Recycling Collections
As usual, waste and recycling collections change over the festive period. Brown bin collections (garden waste) are suspended while crews concentrate on collecting the extra waste from Christmas. For details of the changes, see below. There is more information on … Continue reading
Healthwatch Oxfordshire Survey
Healthwatch Oxfordshire would like your views on which areas of health and social care it should focus its work on in 2026-27. The county’s independent health and care watchdog would also like feedback on how you think it is doing. … Continue reading
HIF1 Infrastructure Project Newsletter
Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) has produced a dedicated newsletter for the Didcot and Surrounding areas major infrastructure scheme (HIF1). Read the December 2025 edition.
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Disabled Facilities Grant
The Disabled Facilities Grant is offered by South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) 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 … Continue reading
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Winter Appeal – Together For Our Neighbours
Age UK Oxfordshire has asked the Parish Council to share this message with residents. For many older people in Oxfordshire, winter is the hardest time of year. Behind closed doors, thousands will spend the colder months alone — struggling to … Continue reading
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Local Government Reorganisation
According to South Oxfordshire District Council, a consensus has emerged for the shape of Local Government Reorganisation in the area. Five councils in Oxfordshire and West Berkshire have formally supported a proposal for two new unitary authorities, aimed at addressing … Continue reading
First Aid Training
Resident Nina Dedeken has organised a first aid training course for villagers early next year. The course will take place on Saturday 31st January in the Village Hall from 9am to 6pm (approximately). The course costs £82 per person and … Continue reading