December 2007

2008 dates for your diary
Discover what events South Oxfordshire has in store for 2008.

November 2007

Free parking on Saturdays
On each Saturday before Christmas from 12noon onwards, all council pay and display car parks in South Oxfordshire will be free of charge.

November 2007

Didcot's Christmas ice rink
Get your skates on and head to Didcot for a spot of Christmas shopping and skating from 10-16 December.

October 2007

Bangers and Bonfires Visit
One of the professionally organised firework and bonfire events taking place in South Oxfordshire on Saturday 3 November.

October 2007

A taste of Henley's past and present
A famous Henley brewing name Lovibonds has returned to the town and is being operated from premises used by its predecessor of the 19th and 20th centuries.

October 2007

In the footsteps of Henry Taunt
A new photography exhibition charting the social and environmental transformation of the Thames has opened at the River and Rowing Museum in Henley.

September 2007

Fireworks and Halloween at half term
There are plenty of seasonal activities taking place for children in South Oxfordshire this half term (22 to 28 October).

September 2007

Let's get together
Head Chef at the Hotel Du Vin in Henley, Matt Green-Armytage, has been working closely with local food producers to create a choice of locally supplied menus.

September 2007

Dazzling line up at Henley's first literary festival
John Mortimer, Mike Atherton and Jeremy Paxman are just a few of the 100 authors that will be appearing in 60 events at the first Co-operative Bank Henley Literary Festival.

August 2007

Thame Show and Street Fair
A three-day street fair and the country's largest one-day agricultural show descend on Thame this month, to provide day and night entertainment.

August 2007

Stonor Park turns crafty
The picturesque grounds of Stonor Park becomes home to Chiltern Craft Show during four days of August Bank Holiday Weekend, (August 24-27).

August 2007

Summer 'Funtime' exhibition opens at the River and Rowing Museum
A summer exhibition called 'Funtime' has opened at the River and Rowing Museum in Henley, packed full of hands on and interactive things to do.

July 2007

Advice in light of the heavy rainfall
Due to the recent rainfall and flooding in some areas, you are advised to check - before travelling, that events you plan to attend are still going ahead.

July 2007

Bad summer forces festival to postpone
The inaugural Henley Ballet and Modern Dance Festival planned for August 31-2 September, has been postponed until next year because of bad weather.

June 2007

Nick Heyward to headline at this year's Henley Festival
Nick Heyward, of 1980s 'Haircut 100' fame has been chosen, along with Toyah and Belinda Carlisle, to lead the Henley Festival's 25th Anniversary party night

June 2007

Swan Lake at Hambleden
Star Russian ballerina Irina Kolesnikova is the top attraction at the inaugural Henley Ballet and Modern Dance Festival on the Hambleden Estate in Henley.

June 2007

Henley Festival anniversary on the horizon
The incredible job of transforming the Regatta site into a magical setting fit for a festival has now begun.

June 2007

Book the dates now
Henley on Thames is to host its first literary festival, between 21 and 23 September. A programme of around 50 events will include well-known authors and personalities.

May 2007

New five-screen cinema opens in Didcot
A brand new five-screen state of the art cinema has opened in Didcot giving residents an opportunity to see the latest blockbusters, classic and art films.

May 2007

Win dinner for two at Antony Worrall Thompson's pub - 'The Greyhound'
Antony Worrall Thompson, celebrity chef and restaurateur, is offering two people the chance to dine at his 17th century country pub, The Greyhound, near Henley on Thames.

April 2007

Oxford to attempt a clean sweep at the 2007 Henley boat races
It's that time of year again when Oxford and Cambridge Universities take to the water of the River Thames. Both men and women compete in Henley Boat Races on the first Sunday in April.

April 2007

Splash out on the River Thames for half price
If you haven't already taken a boat trip on the River Thames, then take advantage of the Environment Agency's 'Get Afloat' day on Sunday May 13th.

April 2007

May is a good month for walkers and runners
The month of May is a good one for those who love the sound of their feet slapping on the earth - South Oxfordshire has several fun runs and walks.

April 2007

Henley Food Festival 2007
The Festival, which attracted an estimated 15,000 people over two days this year, promises to be even bigger and better in 2007.

March 2007

Rugby Internationals come to Henley
Henley Rugby Club is to host the U18's and U19's England v France internationals at Dry Leas on March 24th.

March 2007

Project Timescape
On March 31st, a new education and visitor centre 'Project Timescape' will be opening at Hill Farm in Little Wittenham.

March 2007

Cooking up a treat
Competition is warming up as amateur chefs, male and female, give themselves a chance of winning this year's Henley Food Festival "Cook-Off' contest.

February 2007

So romantic
If you need inspiration for Valentines Day, read on and discover the romantic gems that South Oxfordshire has to offer.