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 December 2025 

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Today KV 2026


Wednesday
3 December 2025

9:02 AM

KV 2026 QUICK LINKS
featured advertisers

I'm looking for ...


• a Marquetry expert
• a Lighting specialist
• a Landscaping service
• an Estate Agent
• a helping hand
• an Operatic Society
• a Lettings agency
• a firm of Solicitors
• a Tile supplier
• a Retirement Home
• a Tattooist
• a Solar Panels supplier
• a Care Home

To advertise on KV

CONTACT
Alice Parker-James
Publishing Director
alice@kvoice.co.uk


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New Bridge



Plans are unveiled for a new walk bridge from Kidlington's Parkway railway station to an Oxford University College's computing education and data centre

Computing Education

    'EXOq' [short for 'Exeter College Oxford, Quantum'] is home for global research, innovation, and education—including Further Education for aged 16+— set within parkland in a highly sustainable location on land owned by Exeter College alongside Kidlington in Cherwell District. In addition, the parkland will provide additional flood storage capacity. New footpaths will connect to canal-side walks, cycle paths and the footbridge to Oxford Parkway providing east-west connectivity. A further education college will provided skilled local employment opportunities in hardware and Information Technology.

    Rector of Exeter College, Dr Andrew Roe CB, said::  “This strategic development represents a significant investment in both national capability and the local community.”

Click here to find out more about plans for EXOq.

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Employment



Kidlington's Alex Ingram secures a job with the help of Oxfordshire's Supported Employment Programme

Employment Support

    Alex Ingram, aged 21, who lives in Kidlington, had faced challenges in securing and sustaining work, until he connected with Oxfordshire County Council's Supported Employment programme. With guidance from the council's Employment Advisor, Linda Walker, and the backing of a supportive employer in Kidlington, Alex was offered a full-time role in a warehouse at Savona Food Service. The company was so impressed after meeting him that they created a daytime position specifically for Alex, having previously only offered night shifts. Linda worked closely with both Alex and Savona to ensure a smooth transition into the workplace. Since joining, Alex has flourished; growing in confidence and recently achieving a major milestone: earning his forklift truck licence.

    Councillor Tim Bearder, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care at Oxfordshire County Council, said::  "This is what Supported Employment is all about. "It's not just about helping someone into a job ‒ it's about recognising their strengths, supporting their growth, and working with employers to create opportunities that change lives. "Alex’s story is a shining example of what can be achieved through purposeful collaboration and tailored support."

Click here to find out more about Oxfordshire's Supported Employment Programme.

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Solicitors
New Office in Summertown

New Office in Summertown

LOCAL TO KIDLINGTON

SE-Solicitors is proud to announce the opening of its new office in Summertown, Oxford, strengthening its commitment to delivering clear, strategic and relationship-led legal services to businesses and individuals across the region.

Summertown Office
The Old Bakery
18-24 Middle Way
Summertown OX2 7GL

Tel: 01865 561000

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Window Cleaner
Window Cleaner

Local Window Cleaner

Kai Monaghan

KB SERVICES
Mobile: 07477-072210
Email: kai.monaghan @kbservice.co.uk

CLICK FOR PRICES


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KV 2026 About Us

KV is free-to-view and welcomes everyone with an interest in the future of Kidlington. KV is also QI (quite interesting): see KV's list of Notable Dates published up to 12-months ahead of time. KV is supported by advertisers who seek to increase local awareness about their business enterprise. KV is managed by people focused on developing local journalism online.

We publish, you write.

To have something published

CONTACT
Alice Parker-James
Publishing Director
alice@kvoice.co.uk





KV 2026 About You

Be a local reporter. Submit an article. Publish your story. Advertise your business. Promote your brand. Add an upcoming event. Subscribe to our newsletter. Vote in a KV poll. Be seen on KV.

You write, we publish.

To submit an article

CONTACT
Alice Parker-James
Publishing Director
alice@kvoice.co.uk

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Local Links
KVoice Magazine

Kidlington Community

Kidlington Wikipedia Kidlington Parish Council Kidlington Area Strategy Kidlington Eco Group Kidlington Cricket Club Kidlington Photo Group Kidlington Library Kidlington Gardening Society Kidlington & District Historical Society Kidlington & District Information Centre Kidlington Amateur Operatic Society (KAOS) Kidlington Running Club Kidlington Crime Statistics Fix My Street The Oxford Mail Oxford Webcams Roman Catholic Church Anglican Church Methodist Church Baptist Church



 
 
 
Local Writer
David Meara
David Meara

David highlights two of his recent publications:

  • Oxford: A Potted History

  • 50 Gems of Oxfordshire

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Notable Dates
December 2025

Notable Dates

  17-Wed & 18-Thu Dec 2025  

KAOS Christmas Concert

KAOS Christmas Concert

7.30pm at St Mary's Church, Kidlington. Kidlington Amateur Operatic Society's Christmas Charity Concert: 'Nowell Nowell'. For tickets plus more information about KAOS click the poster above.




Notable Date

  13 Dec 2025 Sat  

Repair Café

Repair Cafe

10.00am to 12-noon at Kidlington Methodist Church, 53 Oxford Road, OX5 2BP. Repairs available for electrical items, small household goods, bicycles, toys, textiles etc. Knife and tool sharpening also available. Open on the second Saturday of each month. For more information click logo above.




Notable Date

  12 Dec 2025 Fri  

Christmas Party

Lincroft Meadow Care Home

10.30am to 12-noon at Lincroft Meadow Care Home, The Moors, Kidlington OX5 2AA. Little Ones at Lincroft Christmas Party. To reserve your place or to find our more, please telephone Suzi Morgan on 01865-950500 or email suzanne.morgan @porthaven.co.uk For more information about Lincroft Meadow click the poster above.




  Kidlington Voice
Thomas Merrifield



Notable Date

  9 Dec 2025 Tue  

Kidlington & District Historical Society

Historical Society 7.30 pm at The Baptist Church, High Street, Kidlington, OX5 2DS. A 17th century Christmas. A talk by Tim Healy. Visitors are always welcome and need not be accompanied by a member. The charge is £5.00 on the door (50p if under 26).

  Kidlington Voice
Solicitors



Notable Date

  6 Dec 2025 Sat  

Kidlington Community Singers

Kidlington Methodist Church 2.00pm at Kidlington Methodist Church. Christmas Concert by the Kidlington Community Singers. Refreshments served after the concert. Donations to Yellow Submarine, an Oxfordshire charity supporting those with learning difficulties and autism.

Notable Date

  5 Dec 2025 Fri  

First Friday Lunch Club at
Lincroft Meadow Care Home

Lunch Club

From 12-noon at Lincroft Meadow Care Home. Lincroft would like to invite you to join their friendly and informal lunch club. Attendees can look forward to a delicious freshly prepared lunch and the opportunity to meet new people in a warm and welcoming environment but please reserve your place: for details and to make contact, CLICK here.



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1.3 New Book



Kidlington's Lincroft Meadow hosts a book launch of "Mistress: A History of Women and their Country Houses"

Lincroft Meadow Care Home

    In late October 2025 there was cause for celebration at Lincroft Meadow Care Home as residents, families and members of the local community gathered to honour retired historian and fellow resident, Anthony Fletcher and co-author Dr Ruth Larsen, following the publication of their latest book, Mistress: A History of Women and their Country Houses. Anthony Fletcher, who enjoyed an academic career as a historian of Tudor and early modern Britain and is widely known for works such as Tudor Rebellions, began researching for Mistress many years before moving into the home. Since joining the Lincroft Meadow family in 2021, he has been supported by family, former postgraduate students, including Dr Ruth Larsen and the home's care team to see this long-term project through to publication.

    Elaine Ratcliffe, home manager at Lincroft Meadow, said::  “Watching Anthony speak about his work, surrounded by people who respect and admire him, was something we'll never forget at Lincroft Meadow. It reminded everyone in the room that independence and purpose don’t stop when you move into care, in fact, they can flourish with the right support. Our whole team felt so proud to play even the smallest part in helping Anthony finish what he started, and to see his achievement recognised by so many people who care about him."

Click here to find out more about Lincroft Meadow Care Home.

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Lighting


Oxford Solar Lighting



Oxfordshire's newest Solar Lighting Supplier for all your garden needs



Oxford Solar Lighting is the new Oxfordshire-based supplier of solar lighting for your garden. For more information and to contact us, click to visit our website.


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Tattoo


Tattoo Artist Kidlington

Evolution Tattoo Studio

Tattoo Artist Kidlington
Paul Humphreys
Evolution Tattoo Studio
OX5 1TL
07999-337508
For our most recent tattoo images uploaded this month, visit our website and click on our links to our Instagram and Facebook. To book an appointment, drop a message to 07999-337508.


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Local Photo
KVoice Magazine
Local Photo

Kidlington girl, aged 10, offers a picture of her artwork for this month's KV photo. October 2025.

KV says, "Thank you, young Miss B."

Do you have a local photograph to publish on KV?

Send your photo to:
alice@kvoice.co.uk





Puzzle Club


Puzzle

The Daily Puzzle Club is based in Kidlington.

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Gabriella

Gabriella Blakey retires from Oxford's Ashmolean Museum

Gabriella Blakey

    The Ashmolean Museum has announced to its colleagues: "I am writing to share the news that Gabriella Blakey, one of our brilliant Gallery Lecturer team, will be retiring after over 30 years at the Ashmolean. Gabriella first joined the Museum as a Gallery Invigilator before moving into her long-standing role as a Gallery Lecturer, where she has delivered tours and talks for a wide variety of groups – from schools to community organisations and evening visitors. Throughout, she has shared her knowledge, creativity and warmth with audiences of all kinds. We have especially valued her generosity and insight into the stories within the collection. I know that many colleagues who have worked alongside her will also hold fond memories of her time here."

    Gabriella writes: "The moment for saying 'farewell' to the Ashmolean has come, and my fingers are typing some words in the hope the right ones will come swiftly in winged thoughts of thanks and gratitude, for the experience I have had of being among the best collection of art in the world. Guiding taught me to share with the public the value of the artists' freedom to express themselves and have this extraordinary wealth of artistic individuality to be considered, studied and appreciated. For the aim of the artist has always been to represent the world we are in. Works of art, such as paintings, are windows into our own human complexity. Is not the Museum the place where the inspiring muses live? Yes, because they are the souls of each works we call Art. So farewell. I will miss you!"

Gabriella has also been a long-standing supporter of Kidlington Voice, and we wish her every good fortune in her retirement. Please click here to see some of Gabriella's own marquetry work.

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Rosie

Kidlington's Magic Elephant

In 1937, Rosie the elephant helped two young goats – Capra and Carmelita – escape from Kidlington's Zoo.

Click to download the story, here:

Kidlington Story
Image generated by AI
Rosie could perform magic tricks and make things disappear.

Do you have a Kidlington Story to tell?

Send your story to:
alice@kvoice.co.uk





Your Story

Do you have a local story to tell?

Help Writing
Image generated by AI

Contact alice@kvoice.co.uk to have your story or article produced and published here on Kidlington Voice Online Magazine.

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1.4
Hair


FoxyLocks

Haircuts at home for friends and family

£75 for 3 • £60 for 2 • £40 for 1

Book with Michelle on 07531717991 or email foxylocks70 @gmail.com


FoxyLocks (I'll bring my own brush)
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KAOS


Kidlington Amateur Operatic Society

KAOS



Providing a fun, friendly, inspiring environment in which people, regardless of age, gender or experience can learn and perform a wide variety of choral music.


Did you know that KAOS has been presenting concerts and musical shows in Kidlington for over 40 years? We usually put on three performances a year: a Spring Concert, a staged Autumn Production and a Christmas Charity Concert. We hope to see you soon!





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Driveways



AC Drives

AC Drives

AC Drives & Landscaping Services
94 London Road
Headington
Oxford OX3 9FN
Tel: 0800 012 6473
Email: info@aclandscapers.co.uk

AC Drives & Landscaping is a local, independent family run business with many years of experience.
"We pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the long lasting relationships we have built with our customers over the years. So, whether you are looking for that beautiful driveway, that fabulous patio area or for some secure fencing, we can help. Click to visit our website and read our reviews."


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Neighbour
Kidlington Information Centre
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Startups


Is your new enterprise
starting up in 2026?

Be seen on KV



Quote Ref: KV2026
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Estate Agent

Thomas Merrifield

Thomas Merrifield

Estate Agent
1B The Hampden Building
High Street
Kidlington OX5 2DH
01865-379880
Be the first to know about exclusive updates, local property news, industry insights and market updates. Visit our website and sign up to receive our property newsletter.


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Marquetry


Art in Wood

Art in Wood
Gabriella Blakey
Unique handcrafted objets d'art.


To continue the series of my commissioned bamboo jewellery boxes, I was asked to decorate this one with 'Passiflora Caerulea'. This plant is an evergreen climber with large white flowers and central filaments of cornflower blue and purple. It was already by 1569 a well known herbal remedy in Brazilian folklore. However, it was the Jesuit Ferrari who later gave the plant its Christian symbolism by seeing in the flower the instruments of Jesus's Passion and Resurrection such as: the 3 nails of the cross and the crown of thorns. That's why it seems to add a touch of paradise to any gardens. With the slim tendrils I shaped the initials of the names of the couple who commissioned the box. As both share the same letter H, I interlaced them into a romantic monogram.


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2.1Newsletter

NEWSLETTER 2026. Would you like to receive an occasional newsletter by email from KV in 2026?


We'll send an occasional email highlighting significant updates posted here on KV including upcoming notable dates, articles by local writers, and promotions from local businesses.

Intuit Mailchimp

You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our occasional emails.

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Monthly


Kidlington News
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Lighting


Oxford Solar Lighting



Oxfordshire's newest Solar Lighting Supplier for all your garden needs



Oxford Solar Lighting is the new Oxfordshire-based supplier of solar lighting for your garden. For more information and to contact us, click to visit our website.


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Tattoo


Tattoo Artist Kidlington

Evolution Tattoo Studio

Tattoo Artist Kidlington
Paul Humphreys
Evolution Tattoo Studio
OX5 1TL
07999-337508
For our most recent tattoo images uploaded this month, visit our website and click on our links to our Instagram and Facebook. To book an appointment, drop a message to 07999-337508.


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Hair


FoxyLocks

Haircuts at home for friends and family

£75 for 3 • £60 for 2 • £40 for 1

Book with Michelle on 07531717991 or email foxylocks70 @gmail.com


FoxyLocks (I'll bring my own brush)
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KAOS


Kidlington Amateur Operatic Society

KAOS



Providing a fun, friendly, inspiring environment in which people, regardless of age, gender or experience can learn and perform a wide variety of choral music.


Did you know that KAOS has been presenting concerts and musical shows in Kidlington for over 40 years? We usually put on three performances a year: a Spring Concert, a staged Autumn Production and a Christmas Charity Concert. We hope to see you soon!





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Driveways



AC Drives

AC Drives

AC Drives & Landscaping Services
94 London Road
Headington
Oxford OX3 9FN
Tel: 0800 012 6473
Email: info@aclandscapers.co.uk

AC Drives & Landscaping is a local, independent family run business with many years of experience.
"We pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the long lasting relationships we have built with our customers over the years. So, whether you are looking for that beautiful driveway, that fabulous patio area or for some secure fencing, we can help. Click to visit our website and read our reviews."


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2.2
Notable Dates
January 2026

Notable Date

  27 Jan 2026 Tue  

Kidlington & District Historical Society

Historical Society 7.30pm at The Baptist Church, High Street, Kidlington, OX5 2DS. 'The Commonwealth War Graves Commission', a talk by Dick Richards. Visitors are always welcome and need not be accompanied by a member. The charge is £5.00 on the door (50p if under 26).

Notable Date

  10 Jan 2026 Sat  

Repair Café

Repair Cafe

10.00am to 12-noon at Kidlington Methodist Church, 53 Oxford Road, OX5 2BP. Repairs available for electrical items, small household goods, bicycles, toys, textiles etc. Knife and tool sharpening also available. Open on the second Saturday of each month. For more information click logo above.




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2.3
Property
Finders Keepers

Finders Keepers is a highly regarded property agency that has been serving Oxfordshire for over 50 years. With eight offices spread across the county, it is a trusted and reliable source for anyone looking to rent, let, buy, sell or invest in property.


226 Banbury Road
Summertown
Oxford OX2 7BY

01865-311011
We launched in 1972 as an acquisition and investment service and soon became the leading letting agents in Oxford, letting and managing thousands of homes from our offices in North Oxford, Central Oxford and East Oxford, Abingdon, Banbury, Bicester and Witney. Our experienced and knowledgeable teams offer a personalised service to each of our clients.


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Solar


UK Solar Generation

UK Solar Generation
Turn your property into a mini power station by installing roof-mounted solar panels supplying electricity directly, and you can sell the excess.

Oxfordshire-based UK Solar Generation prides itself on its mission to provide decarbonised solutions to households in the UK by working with the private sector to meet the demanding budgets households have to face.


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Solicitors


SE-Solicitors
SE-Solicitors

SE-Solicitors
Bicester Office
5 Sheep Street, OX26 6JB
Tel: 01869-252861

Please note that our Bicester Office is located around 10-miles north of Kidlington from where our wide range of legal services includes: Agriculture | Banking & Finance Disputes | Commercial Property | Corporate & Commercial Law | Country Homes & Estates | Debt Recovery | Dispute Resolution | Employment Law | Family Law | Inheritance amp; Estate Planning | Insolvency | Residential Property | Wills, Trusts & Probate.


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Friendship


Lincroft Meadow Care Home

Monthly Friendship Café


Lincroft Meadow Care Home

Lincroft Meadow Care Home
Last Thursday of every month.
See also: KV's Notable Dates.

Lincroft Meadow provides 24-hour residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for the elderly in an elegant and spacious home incorporating numerous thoughtful and practical features which ensures our home is able to meet the changing needs of its residents. All residents benefit from living in a caring environment with generously appointed private bedrooms with en suite wetrooms, and plentiful communal living areas including sitting rooms, restaurants, cinema, hairdressing salon, activities and wellbeing room and private dining room for special family occasions.


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Tileright


Quality tiles for floors & walls

Tileright Kidlington
Tileright
12-13 High Street
Kidlington
OX5 2DH
01865-373059
Tileright Oxford Ltd: established in 1992, we are a specialist supplier of natural stone, porcelain & ceramic tiles. Our expert knowledge of the industry means that we are able to offer support and advice throughout your tiling journey.


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Retirement


Marlborough Lodge

Marlborough Lodge
All apartments at Churchill Living in Kidlington are self-contained with their own front door. There is a choice of one and two bedroom apartments: all come with a tiled shower room, while some have separate en-suites and cloakrooms

We are delighted to have welcomed our first owners, who are now enjoying retirement in this popular development in the heart of Kidlington. Why not discover more about retirement living by visiting our brand-new show complex? View our thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom show apartments and meet our owners at a regular event in our comfortable owners’ lounge.


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Neighbour
Kidlington Information Centre
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Startups


Is your new enterprise
starting up in 2026?

Be seen on KV



Quote Ref: KV2026
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Estate Agent

Thomas Merrifield

Thomas Merrifield

Estate Agent
1B The Hampden Building
High Street
Kidlington OX5 2DH
01865-379880
Be the first to know about exclusive updates, local property news, industry insights and market updates. Visit our website and sign up to receive our property newsletter.


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Marquetry


Art in Wood

Art in Wood
Gabriella Blakey
Unique handcrafted objets d'art.


To continue the series of my commissioned bamboo jewellery boxes, I was asked to decorate this one with 'Passiflora Caerulea'. This plant is an evergreen climber with large white flowers and central filaments of cornflower blue and purple. It was already by 1569 a well known herbal remedy in Brazilian folklore. However, it was the Jesuit Ferrari who later gave the plant its Christian symbolism by seeing in the flower the instruments of Jesus's Passion and Resurrection such as: the 3 nails of the cross and the crown of thorns. That's why it seems to add a touch of paradise to any gardens. With the slim tendrils I shaped the initials of the names of the couple who commissioned the box. As both share the same letter H, I interlaced them into a romantic monogram.


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Property
Finders Keepers

Finders Keepers is a highly regarded property agency that has been serving Oxfordshire for over 50 years. With eight offices spread across the county, it is a trusted and reliable source for anyone looking to rent, let, buy, sell or invest in property.


226 Banbury Road
Summertown
Oxford OX2 7BY

01865-311011
We launched in 1972 as an acquisition and investment service and soon became the leading letting agents in Oxford, letting and managing thousands of homes from our offices in North Oxford, Central Oxford and East Oxford, Abingdon, Banbury, Bicester and Witney. Our experienced and knowledgeable teams offer a personalised service to each of our clients.


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Solar


UK Solar Generation

UK Solar Generation
Turn your property into a mini power station by installing roof-mounted solar panels supplying electricity directly, and you can sell the excess.

Oxfordshire-based UK Solar Generation prides itself on its mission to provide decarbonised solutions to households in the UK by working with the private sector to meet the demanding budgets households have to face.


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Solicitors


SE-Solicitors
SE-Solicitors

SE-Solicitors
Bicester Office
5 Sheep Street, OX26 6JB
Tel: 01869-252861

Please note that our Bicester Office is located around 10-miles north of Kidlington from where our wide range of legal services includes: Agriculture | Banking & Finance Disputes | Commercial Property | Corporate & Commercial Law | Country Homes & Estates | Debt Recovery | Dispute Resolution | Employment Law | Family Law | Inheritance amp; Estate Planning | Insolvency | Residential Property | Wills, Trusts & Probate.


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3.1
Parish

Kidlington: Village or Town?

Parish Council Monthly Reports

Kidlington Parish Council
Read the most recent report from Kidlington Parish Council.


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3.2
Notable Dates
February 2026

Notable Date

  24 Feb 2026 Tue  

Kidlington & District Historical Society

Historical Society 7.30pm at The Baptist Church, High Street, Kidlington, OX5 2DS. 'Morris Minors in the Media – not about engines and gearboxes', a talk by Ann & John Ford. Visitors are always welcome and need not be accompanied by a member. The charge is £5.00 on the door (50p if under 26).

Notable Date

  14 Feb 2026 Sat  

Repair Café

Repair Cafe

10.00am to 12-noon at Kidlington Methodist Church, 53 Oxford Road, OX5 2BP. Repairs available for electrical items, small household goods, bicycles, toys, textiles etc. Knife and tool sharpening also available. Open on the second Saturday of each month. For more information click logo above.




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3.3
Home School

Are you a parent or guardian faced with the prospect of home-schooling your child, but you don't know where to begin?


Education Otherwise

UK Charity Reg No 1055120

Education Otherwise is a charitable organisation which has been supporting home education and home educating families for over forty years.

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University

Harris Manchester College

Harris Manchester College

It's never too late

Harris Manchester College is unique within the University of Oxford in that it is the only college exclusively for students aged over 21. There is no upper age limit, and HMC has accepted students into their seventies! If you are considering a return to higher education — or wondering what it would take to enter higher education as a mature student at one of the world’s top universities — then click here to discover more.



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Eco

Kidlington Eco Group

Kidlington Eco Group
Photo: Kidlington Eco Group

Kidlington Eco Group is a network of ecologically-minded agencies, groups, and individuals working towards a greener Kidlington and world.

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Oh Dear



Nobody Reads Adverts
Image generated by AI

NOTE TO ADVERTISERS

Think awareness, not sales.

Online advertisers aim to reach a larger and broader audience than from printed publications. But, in the mind of buyers, making a purchase follows the same sequence: awareness, knowledge, liking, preference, conviction, sale.

Creating awareness is always the first step. Here's a test: are there any organisations on this page that you had not heard of before, even if you might never buy from them?

IN OTHER WORDS
Advertising is not about you selling to them. If they need to buy, it's about them buying from you.




Police

Thames Valley Police

Thames Valley Police

The local Police Force works closely with the Kidlington & District Community Forum to consider matters of common concern to our local area.




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3.4
Friendship


Lincroft Meadow Care Home

Monthly Friendship Café


Lincroft Meadow Care Home

Lincroft Meadow Care Home
Last Thursday of every month.
See also: KV's Notable Dates.

Lincroft Meadow provides 24-hour residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for the elderly in an elegant and spacious home incorporating numerous thoughtful and practical features which ensures our home is able to meet the changing needs of its residents. All residents benefit from living in a caring environment with generously appointed private bedrooms with en suite wetrooms, and plentiful communal living areas including sitting rooms, restaurants, cinema, hairdressing salon, activities and wellbeing room and private dining room for special family occasions.


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Tileright


Quality tiles for floors & walls

Tileright Kidlington
Tileright
12-13 High Street
Kidlington
OX5 2DH
01865-373059
Tileright Oxford Ltd: established in 1992, we are a specialist supplier of natural stone, porcelain & ceramic tiles. Our expert knowledge of the industry means that we are able to offer support and advice throughout your tiling journey.


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Retirement


Marlborough Lodge

Marlborough Lodge
All apartments at Churchill Living in Kidlington are self-contained with their own front door. There is a choice of one and two bedroom apartments: all come with a tiled shower room, while some have separate en-suites and cloakrooms

We are delighted to have welcomed our first owners, who are now enjoying retirement in this popular development in the heart of Kidlington. Why not discover more about retirement living by visiting our brand-new show complex? View our thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom show apartments and meet our owners at a regular event in our comfortable owners’ lounge.


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4.1

2026
PLAN AHEAD

Reserve a place on KV to
advertise your business or
promote your upcoming event.
4.2
Notable Dates
March 2026

Notable Date

  31 Mar 2026 Tue  

Kidlington & District Historical Society

Historical Society 7.30pm at The Baptist Church, High Street, Kidlington, OX5 2DS. 'Wick Hall – from bin bag to book', a talk by John Duddington. Visitors are always welcome and need not be accompanied by a member. The charge is £5.00 on the door (50p if under 26).

imMar
4.3
Property
Finders Keepers

Finders Keepers is a highly regarded property agency that has been serving Oxfordshire for over 50 years. With eight offices spread across the county, it is a trusted and reliable source for anyone looking to rent, let, buy, sell or invest in property.


226 Banbury Road
Summertown
Oxford OX2 7BY

01865-311011
We launched in 1972 as an acquisition and investment service and soon became the leading letting agents in Oxford, letting and managing thousands of homes from our offices in North Oxford, Central Oxford and East Oxford, Abingdon, Banbury, Bicester and Witney. Our experienced and knowledgeable teams offer a personalised service to each of our clients.


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4.4
Lighting


Oxford Solar Lighting



Oxfordshire's newest Solar Lighting Supplier for all your garden needs



Oxford Solar Lighting is the new Oxfordshire-based supplier of solar lighting for your garden. For more information and to contact us, click to visit our website.


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5.1

2026
PLAN AHEAD

Reserve a place on KV to
advertise your business or
promote your upcoming event.
5.2
Notable Dates
April 2026

Notable Date

  28 Apr 2026 Tue  

Kidlington & District Historical Society

Historical Society 7.30pm at The Baptist Church, High Street, Kidlington, OX5 2DS. 'The story of how John (a foundling baby) found his mother', a talk by John Caldecott. Visitors are always welcome and need not be accompanied by a member. The charge is £5.00 on the door (50p if under 26).

imApr
5.3
Solar


UK Solar Generation

UK Solar Generation
Turn your property into a mini power station by installing roof-mounted solar panels supplying electricity directly, and you can sell the excess.

Oxfordshire-based UK Solar Generation prides itself on its mission to provide decarbonised solutions to households in the UK by working with the private sector to meet the demanding budgets households have to face.


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5.4
Tattoo


Tattoo Artist Kidlington

Evolution Tattoo Studio

Tattoo Artist Kidlington
Paul Humphreys
Evolution Tattoo Studio
OX5 1TL
07999-337508
For our most recent tattoo images uploaded this month, visit our website and click on our links to our Instagram and Facebook. To book an appointment, drop a message to 07999-337508.


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2026
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Notable Dates
May 2026

Notable Date

  26 May 2026 Tue  

Kidlington & District Historical Society

Historical Society 7.30pm at The Baptist Church, High Street, Kidlington, OX5 2DS. 'Knossos – Myth or Reality', a talk by Dr Andrew Shapland. Visitors are always welcome and need not be accompanied by a member. The charge is £5.00 on the door (50p if under 26).

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6.3
Solicitors


SE-Solicitors
SE-Solicitors

SE-Solicitors
Bicester Office
5 Sheep Street, OX26 6JB
Tel: 01869-252861

Please note that our Bicester Office is located around 10-miles north of Kidlington from where our wide range of legal services includes: Agriculture | Banking & Finance Disputes | Commercial Property | Corporate & Commercial Law | Country Homes & Estates | Debt Recovery | Dispute Resolution | Employment Law | Family Law | Inheritance amp; Estate Planning | Insolvency | Residential Property | Wills, Trusts & Probate.


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6.4
Hair


FoxyLocks

Haircuts at home for friends and family

£75 for 3 • £60 for 2 • £40 for 1

Book with Michelle on 07531717991 or email foxylocks70 @gmail.com


FoxyLocks (I'll bring my own brush)
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2026
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7.2
Notable Dates
June 2026

Notable Date

  30 Jun 2026 Tue  

Kidlington & District Historical Society

Historical Society 7.30pm at The Baptist Church, High Street, Kidlington, OX5 2DS. AGM and members evening with coffee and quiz. Visitors are always welcome and need not be accompanied by a member. The charge is £5.00 on the door (50p if under 26).

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7.3

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7.4
KAOS


Kidlington Amateur Operatic Society

KAOS



Providing a fun, friendly, inspiring environment in which people, regardless of age, gender or experience can learn and perform a wide variety of choral music.


Did you know that KAOS has been presenting concerts and musical shows in Kidlington for over 40 years? We usually put on three performances a year: a Spring Concert, a staged Autumn Production and a Christmas Charity Concert. We hope to see you soon!





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8.1

2026
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8.2
Notable Dates
July 2026

Notable Date

  28 Jul 2026 Tue  

Kidlington & District Historical Society

Historical Society 7.30pm at The Baptist Church, High Street, Kidlington, OX5 2DS. 'Exercise Southern Reach - the conception of an Antarctic expedition', a talk by Al Sylvester Visitors are always welcome and need not be accompanied by a member. The charge is £5.00 on the door (50p if under 26).

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8.3
Friendship


Lincroft Meadow Care Home

Monthly Friendship Café


Lincroft Meadow Care Home

Lincroft Meadow Care Home
Last Thursday of every month.
See also: KV's Notable Dates.

Lincroft Meadow provides 24-hour residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for the elderly in an elegant and spacious home incorporating numerous thoughtful and practical features which ensures our home is able to meet the changing needs of its residents. All residents benefit from living in a caring environment with generously appointed private bedrooms with en suite wetrooms, and plentiful communal living areas including sitting rooms, restaurants, cinema, hairdressing salon, activities and wellbeing room and private dining room for special family occasions.


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8.4
Driveways



AC Drives

AC Drives

AC Drives & Landscaping Services
94 London Road
Headington
Oxford OX3 9FN
Tel: 0800 012 6473
Email: info@aclandscapers.co.uk

AC Drives & Landscaping is a local, independent family run business with many years of experience.
"We pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the long lasting relationships we have built with our customers over the years. So, whether you are looking for that beautiful driveway, that fabulous patio area or for some secure fencing, we can help. Click to visit our website and read our reviews."


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August 2026

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9.4
Neighbour
Kidlington Information Centre
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September 2026

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10.3
Tileright


Quality tiles for floors & walls

Tileright Kidlington
Tileright
12-13 High Street
Kidlington
OX5 2DH
01865-373059
Tileright Oxford Ltd: established in 1992, we are a specialist supplier of natural stone, porcelain & ceramic tiles. Our expert knowledge of the industry means that we are able to offer support and advice throughout your tiling journey.


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10.4
Startups


Is your new enterprise
starting up in 2026?

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October 2026

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11.3
Retirement


Marlborough Lodge

Marlborough Lodge
All apartments at Churchill Living in Kidlington are self-contained with their own front door. There is a choice of one and two bedroom apartments: all come with a tiled shower room, while some have separate en-suites and cloakrooms

We are delighted to have welcomed our first owners, who are now enjoying retirement in this popular development in the heart of Kidlington. Why not discover more about retirement living by visiting our brand-new show complex? View our thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom show apartments and meet our owners at a regular event in our comfortable owners’ lounge.


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11.4
Estate Agent

Thomas Merrifield

Thomas Merrifield

Estate Agent
1B The Hampden Building
High Street
Kidlington OX5 2DH
01865-379880
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November 2026
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12.4
Marquetry


Art in Wood

Art in Wood
Gabriella Blakey
Unique handcrafted objets d'art.


To continue the series of my commissioned bamboo jewellery boxes, I was asked to decorate this one with 'Passiflora Caerulea'. This plant is an evergreen climber with large white flowers and central filaments of cornflower blue and purple. It was already by 1569 a well known herbal remedy in Brazilian folklore. However, it was the Jesuit Ferrari who later gave the plant its Christian symbolism by seeing in the flower the instruments of Jesus's Passion and Resurrection such as: the 3 nails of the cross and the crown of thorns. That's why it seems to add a touch of paradise to any gardens. With the slim tendrils I shaped the initials of the names of the couple who commissioned the box. As both share the same letter H, I interlaced them into a romantic monogram.


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