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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.

Cornerstone arts centre

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.

June 26, 2026

Family favourites and festive fun in Cornerstone’s biggest autumn/winter season yet

Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot launches its biggest and best autumn/winter season yet, bringing an exciting mix of family entertainment, theatre, comedy, live music and festive favourites to Didcot – good news for all its hundreds of new members.

June 24, 2026

Didcot comes together to celebrate culture and community

Everyone is invited to come together for a vibrant celebration of culture and community at the Didcot Festival of Cultures on Saturday 11 July.

June 1, 2026

New scheme launches to IGNITE support for artists in Oxfordshire

Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot and The Beacon in Wantage have joined forces to launch IGNITE: a new scheme giving artists free access to professional spaces, support and opportunities to develop and share their work.

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.

Young people auditioning for Beauty and the Beast at Cornerstone Arts Centre

September 25, 2025

Local young stars join the cast of Beauty and the Beast at Cornerstone Arts Centre

Published Thursday 25 September 2025 This Christmas, Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot will be filled with sparkle, song and festive magic as Beauty and the Beast takes to the stage and the production will shine even brighter thanks to the addition of a talented youth cast. Following open auditions earlier this month, 49 children from […]

August 12, 2025

Young stars and pantomime pooches to join Beauty and the Beast at Cornerstone!

Local young performers and talented pets are being invited to audition for roles in this year’s magical family pantomime Beauty and the Beast, coming to Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot this Christmas. Award-winning producers Polka Dot Pantomimes are on the lookout for a sensational chorus of young dancers (ages 9–18) bursting with energy, personality and […]

August 5, 2025

Cornerstone announces this year’s panto and it’s a beauty! 

Published 5 August 2025 Panto will be returning to Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot (oh yes it will!) for at least three years off the back of the success of Cinderella in 2024.  This year’s pantomime will be Beauty and the Beast and it will start on Thursday 18 December with a special preview night […]