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The Scoop Room reopens at new location – just in time for Easter

The wait is over. The Scoop Room from Gelato Henley has officially reopened its doors following its recent move – and here’s how you can grab a cone.

Mike Stoneham brings Shakespeare’s most raucous rogue to life on stage in Oxford with Falstaff

Falstaff promises a theatrical experience that is as bold and boisterous as the man himself this April 2026.

Meet the Oxfordshire garden designer bringing elegance and organic flow to people’s lives

Garden designer Fanija Bluma tells us about her journey and what she loves about local life.

Music at the Unicorn finds new home at St Helen’s Church in Abingdon

The Music at The Unicorn team are relocating to a new home at St Helen’s Church, with the same great sounds.

Astrology & Tarot for April 2026

What’s in store for you this month? Melanie Harding, founder of Soul Healing Guidance, offers her new monthly guides for all signs…

Young photographers invited to compete in GAP Festival 2026 contest

From wildflowers and otters along the Thames Path to insects and birds in the garden, budding young photographers are encouraged …

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25 years of healing in nature: Karen Sutton on the impact of Root & Branch in Watchfield

Karen Sutton tells how Root & Branch in Watchfield helps people on their road to recovery towards mental and emotional wellbeing, using nature and a safe space.

Tour unique contemporary works at Braziers Park during Oxfordshire Artweeks 2026

An art exhibition in the atmospheric grade II listed barn at Braziers Park offers a rare chance to explore contemporary creativity and a remarkable slice of local history too.

Dedicate a Forever Flower at Blenheim Palace this May 2026

The Sobell House Hospice Charity team invite you to honour a loved one with a £30 metal flower – displayed at Blenheim Palace, this May 2026.

His Majesty The King visits OXCCU to see sustainable aviation fuel innovation

His Majesty The King visited OXCCU at Begbroke Science Park, gaining a first-hand look at the Oxford University spin-out’s pioneering work.

Abingdon’s teacher-turned ceramic artist Kayleigh Scotcher reaches quarter-finals of The Great Pottery Throw Down

Teacher by day and ceramic artist by night… Kayleigh Scotcher reflects on becoming a quarter-finalist on The Great Pottery Throwdown on Channel 4.

Mike Stoneham brings Shakespeare’s most raucous rogue to life on stage in Oxford with Falstaff

Falstaff promises a theatrical experience that is as bold and boisterous as the man himself this April 2026.

See Professor Brian Cox and Dr Eleanor Schofield at ATOM Festival of Science and Technology 2026

ATOM Festival reveals its 2026 programme – featuring English physicist Brian Cox, FameLab Academy Oxfordshire, and plenty of inspiring activities.

Hop into Easter: best fun-filled activities across the South East

From egg-citing hunts and crafty workshops to family-friendly days out, we’ve rounded up some of the best activities near you to make this spring holiday extra special.

Spring in Oxfordshire: Egg hunts, lambs & family fun across the county

Discover the best Oxfordshire Easter activities for 2026, from egg hunts and lambing days to steam trains and family-friendly days out.

The Emperor Heads, at the Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford.

Oxford Literary Festival 2026: Dates, speakers and what’s on

The Oxford Literary Festival returns for spring 2026 with a packed nine-day programme of talks, debates and family events across the city.

Volunteers stood outside the Thame Players theatre

Thame Players Theatre hosts free Open Day in February 2026

Interested in seeing what goes on backstage at the theatre? The Players invite you to take an exclusive peek behind the curtain and discover how a production really comes together.

Henley Royal Regatta returns for 185th year in 2026

See world-class rowing at one of the best-known boating competitions in the world, when the 185th annual Henley Royal Regatta returns this June and July 2026.

Remember Monday Q&A ahead of Blenheim

Not long to go until and another star-spangled Nocturne Live against the stunning backdrop of Blenheim Palace! Remember Monday share their thoughts ahead of supporting The Corrs and Natalie Imbruglia on 21st June

The enduring charm of Midsomer Murders

Bucks tour guide Tony Long ponders the enduring appeal of Midsomer Murders 28 years later…

Blenheim Food Festival – Star Q&A with Melissa Hemsley

Former private chef turned food columnist, best-selling cookbook author, real food activist and sustainability champion Melissa Hemsley chats to us ahead of Blenheim Palace Food Festival, 24th to 26th May

Hampshire Hobbits tale to theatre tour

Originating at The Watermill Theatre last year, director Paul Hart’s The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale promises to be the theatre smash of next year

Shake Shack Pride Menu 2025: Delicious Deals for a Great Cause in Oxford

Liz Nicholls checks out the colourful new menu at Shake Shack supporting the LGBTQIA+ community in Oxford Trying to book …

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Delicious Middle Eastern Dishes: Noor Murad’s Lugma Recipes

Discover flavourful Lugma recipes from Noor Murad’s cookbook Lugma: Abundant Dishes & Stories from My Middle East. Plus, win a copy!

Recipes from The Bell at Ramsbury

James Graham, talented head chef at The Bell at Ramsbury shares two gorgeous recipes to make and tuck into at home

Recipes from The White Hart, Fyfield

We’re sharing two recipes from The White Hart in Fyfield, which was recently named one of the UK’s top 50 gastropubs

Fryer tuck! Easy air fryer recipes

We’re sharing a taste of Healthy Air Fry Feasts: Fast, Easy, High-Protein Recipes in 30 Mins or Less by Christina Kynigos, AKA @VeryHungryGreek

Recipes from The Golden Ball, Henley

Priya & Ben Watson of The Golden Ball in Lower Assendon share two special winter recipes which have the ‘wow’ factor!

Game on! Venison recipes for autumn

We’re sharing two recipes using venison, a sustainable, ethical local meat, thanks to Chiltern Venison & Robin Popham of Create Terroir.

Tucking In! Recipes by Sophie Wyburd

We’re sharing a taste from Tucking In by Sophie Wyburd who is the star chef at this month’s Wild Feast in Otmoor Farm in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire.

Recipes with Clodagh McKenna

We’re sharing two recipes to make the most of the last of summer thanks to Irish chef, author & TV star Clodagh McKenna.

Green & easy! Wonderful watercress recipes

May brings us the start of British watercress season, thanks to The Watercress Company’s recipes

Recipes from Gennaro’s new Verdure cookbook

We’re sharing a taste of Gennaro’s Verdure: Big and bold recipes to pack your plate with veg by Gennaro Contaldo (Pavilion Books).

Star Q&A: Gardeners’ World star, Adam Frost

Round & About Editor, Liz Nicholls, chats to Gardeners’ World star Adam Frost about pets, plants and passions ahead of his extended spring speaking tour.

Dr Scott Miller on unconditional love, lifelong care and why pets make us better humans

TV vet Dr Scott Miller shares why pets bring unconditional love, improve mental health and enrich our lives.

Chesney Hawkes touring star Q&A

Liz Nicholls chats to musician & dad Chesney Hawkes who is touring the UK in March with his new album Living Arrows

Chef John’s Culinary Magic at The Greyhound Inn

We chat to chef John Harrison who now leads the kitchen team at The Greyhound Inn in Letcombe Regis Chef …

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Tom Kerridge chef Star Q&A

Liz Nicholls chats to Tom Kerridge, the double-Michelin starred chef who opened The Hand & Flowers 20 years ago & The Coach 10 years ago

Star Q&A with Tim Rice ahead of tour

Liz Nicholls chats to the multi-award winning, internationally renowned lyricist Sir Tim Rice who returns to a theatre stage near you this spring with Tim Rice My Life In Musicals I Know Him So Well

Star Q&A exclusive with Tom Parker Bowles

The Castle Hotel, Windsor, will welcome British food writer and critic Tom Parker Bowles for an exclusive Q&A event following the release of his latest book, Cooking & The Crown.

Star Q&A with gardening guru Adam Frost

Liz Nicholls chats to dad and Chelsea & Gardeners’ World star Adam Frost whose new book For The Love Of Plants is out on 13th March ahead of his spring UK tour

Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Star Q&A

Liz Nicholls chats to interior designer, dad & grandad Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, 59, who has helped design Rangeford Villages’ new luxury retirement villages, with his daughter Hermione

Kate Mosse Labyrinth Live Star Q&A

Kate Mosse talks to Liz Nicholls ahead of the Labyrinth Live: Unlocking The Secrets of the Labyrinth tour, at a theatre near you between February & April, to mark the 20th anniversary of her bestselling book

Wycombe Swan panto star Vernon Star Q&A

Liz Nicholls chats to Radio 2 star & dad Vernon Kay who stars in Aladdin at Wycombe Swan, 13th December to 5th January

Win! A stay at a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination in Oxfordshire

We’re raising a toast to The Chequers in Berrick Salome – a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination – where you could win a stay…

Win! A stay at a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination in Oxfordshire

We’re raising a toast to The Chequers in Berrick Salome – a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination – where you could win a stay…

Win! A stay at a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination in Oxfordshire

We’re raising a toast to The Chequers in Berrick Salome – a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination – where you could win a stay…

Win! A stay at a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination in Oxfordshire

We’re raising a toast to The Chequers in Berrick Salome – a beautifully restored 17th-century inn and foodie destination – where you could win a stay…