Our #BeWinterPrepared guide to services and advice from the council, as well as local and national organisations, to help during the winter months.
The government has announced the outcome of its review into local government reorganisation (LGR).
Biodiversity
October 15, 2026
South Oxfordshire marks a major milestone in its climate and nature recovery work
South Oxfordshire District Council has successfully delivered the first year of its joint Nature and Climate Action Plan (with Vale of White Horse District Council) with its ambitious environmental programmes, help for communities to reduce carbon emissions, restore habitats and prepare for the impacts of climate change.
May 11, 2026
Councils invite community groups to help nature recovery on their land
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have made it easier for community organisations to create nature recovery projects such as wildflower meadows on district council-owned land.
April 24, 2026
Extra funding for our Local Wildlife Sites
Local Wildlife Sites such as Waterstock Mill near Wheatley and the Letcombe Cressbeds near Wantage are set for a brighter future thanks to increased funding from South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils.
April 8, 2026
New biodiversity report reveals South Oxfordshire’s natural wealth
A new biodiversity report has been published by South Oxfordshire District Council. For the first time the council has created a report which brings together information about the district’s natural environment with details of how the council is helping nature recovery.
May 12, 2025
Wallingford bathing season opens this week
This week sees the start of the bathing season in England, and this means that from 15 May, regular tests will be carried out on water samples from the River Thames at Wallingford throughout the summer.
