A guide to council services over the Christmas and New Year period when the council offices are closed to the public.
Latest news
May 13, 2024
Wallingford Beach awarded bathing water status
Defra has announced that a stretch of the River Thames at Wallingford Beach will officially become a designated bathing water, joining a total of 27 other bathing sites across the country.
May 9, 2024
SO Charitable Lottery raises £139,000 for good causes in South Oxfordshire
Published 9 May 2024 Over £100,000 raised by the SO Charitable Lottery has been used to support 81 Voluntary and Community sector organisations across South Oxfordshire. The South Oxfordshire District Council scheme is a weekly lottery that benefits communities and organisations in the district by raising money for good causes. Since its launch in 2018, […]
May 9, 2024
Riverside prepares for a summer of fun
The pool and splash pad at Wallingford Riverside are set to open this month on Saturday 25 May, in good time for the half-term.
South Oxfordshire District Council, who owns the site, and their leisure contractors GLL, who manage the Better Leisure facilities on behalf of the council, are busy preparing the pool and splash pad ready to open for the summer.
May 7, 2024
May half-term activities and shows for young children
The events are expected to be very popular so book now to avoid disappointment! To find out more and to book a place, visit southandvale.gov.uk/holidayactivities.
May 2, 2024
Polls closed in the Police and Crime Commissioner Election
The votes in this election will be counted across Thames Valley on Saturday 4 May.
April 30, 2024
Council agrees new taxi fares for South Oxfordshire
South Oxfordshire District Council has agreed new Hackney carriage fares for the district this month. The new tariff sets a maximum hackney carriage fare and also outlines the time periods for when different costs apply. As a maximum tariff, drivers can choose to charge passengers a lower rate if they wish. Setting tariffs is a […]
April 26, 2024
Cash boost for improvements across Didcot Garden Town
More than half a million pounds is being invested into Didcot to help deliver important community improvements as part of the ongoing delivery of plans for Didcot Garden Town. The funding, approved by South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils, will be used to improve green spaces, encourage greater biodiversity and improve wayfinding […]
April 19, 2024
Cornerstone Arts Centre unveils a summer of self-discovery and cultural revelations
Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot is thrilled to unveil their upcoming summer season exhibitions. From May to August, members of the public can immerse themselves in a tapestry of artistic expressions, delving into themes of self-discovery, social commentary, and community heritage. Launching the new season displays is Eden Silver-Myer, whose exhibition ‘Befriending My Brain’ will […]
April 16, 2024
Help set the ‘Way Ahead’ for South Oxfordshire
South Oxfordshire District Council is setting a new council plan for the next four years and is encouraging everyone within the district to join in the conversation
April 12, 2024
Innovative engagement helps hundreds of new voices to shape our districts’ future
Well over a thousand individuals and organisations have shared their thoughts on an emerging plan for the future of South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse. Their comments will contribute to the development of a new Joint Local Plan, which will guide planning decisions in the districts until 2041. South Oxfordshire and Vale of White […]
