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Government confirms three new unitary councils for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire in 2028  

The government has announced that Oxfordshire and West Berkshire’s seven existing councils will be replaced by three unitary councils from 1 April 2028 as part of its plans for local government reorganisation (LGR).  

Important changes to planning, land charges and mapping services

Our new Land Charges system and Land Charges Register are now live.

actitivties

July 10, 2026

Free and low-cost family fun all summer long

Families can look forward to an action-packed summer with six weeks of free and low-cost activities taking place across South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse.

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.