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Be winter prepared

Our #BeWinterPrepared guide to services and advice from the council, as well as local and national organisations, to help during the winter months.

Government review concludes: Oxfordshire and West Berkshire to get three new unitary councils

The government has announced the outcome of its review into local government reorganisation (LGR).

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May 26, 2026

Improvement works planned at Kings Road car park in Henley

Improvement works at Kings Road car park in Henley will begin on Tuesday 2 June and are expected to last for approximately two weeks.

South Oxfordshire District Council

May 15, 2026

Leader’s statement – 14 May 2026  

Since the consultation period on the three proposals ended, officers across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire have been working collaboratively on activity appropriate to this pre-decision phase. That has mainly focused on […]

May 14, 2026

Get active this half term with free family fun, shows and exciting activities for all ages 

Published 14 May 2026 Young children and their families can dive into a mix of free and budget-friendly fun across South Oxfordshire, with plenty of exciting activities and entertainment to enjoy together.   This May half term, South Oxfordshire District Council’s Active Communities team will host a variety of events aimed at children and families. These include a softball and cricket fun activity day at Didcot Cricket Club to Xplorer navigation challenges in Watlington.  The activities are […]

March 25, 2026

Hop into Easter with lots of fun for all the family 

Published 25 March 2026 Families can enjoy a jam-packed line-up of Easter activities this spring, with events taking place across South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse from30 March to 11 April.  The holidays start with an Activity Morning in Cholsey and an Activity Afternoon at The Junction in Abingdon. Followed by Born to Move fun fitness sessions […]

February 6, 2026

Fun, Theatre and Family Days Out This February Half-Term

Starting on 15 February, families across South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse can enjoy a fun-filled half-term with a range of free and low-cost activities, from sports and games to theatre and arts and crafts.

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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.

South Oxfordshire District Council

December 12, 2025

Leader’s report

Cllr David Rouane, (Former)Leader of South Oxfordshire District Council – report from the Council meeting on 11 December 2025

December 4, 2025

Council services over Christmas and New Year 2025/26

A guide to council services over the Christmas and New Year period when the council offices are closed to the public. 

November 20, 2025

A win-win for SO Lottery supporters and local organisations

The SO Charitable Lottery is giving residents an extra reason to take part this season. Anyone entering before Saturday 29 November will be in with a chance to win a Nintendo Switch 2 bundle (or cash alternative) along with £500 for their chosen cause – a win-win for residents and the community this Christmas.

October 29, 2025

Winter in South Oxfordshire  

A guide to services and advice from the council, as well as local and national organisations, to help during the winter months.