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Yes, dear reader, my Bridget Jones moment came when I was sent to Bicester Heritage to try out their Finest Hour experiences.

Thursday 16 December 2021 at The Mill Arts Centre A scientific spectacle for all the family comes to Banbury!

This November not only marks World Vegan Day on 1 November, but for the whole month people all over the UK are challenging themselves to go meat-free to raise money for Cancer Research UK. Not only is this contributing to a fantastic cause, it’s also a great opportunity to add variety into your diet and strive towards a healthier lifestyle.

Castle Quay in Banbury has teamed up with the Banbury Business Improvement District (BID) to light up Banbury with a beautiful community lantern parade on Saturday 20th November from 5pm. Cheeky elves and a band of amazing musicians will accompany the parade to switch-on Banbury’s spectacular light show.

We all missed them last year: “Oh no we didn’t! Oh yes we did!” No, not the family – although we probably missed them, too. It’s the Christmas Show and Esther Lafferty for one, is delighted that Panto season is back in town with something for everyone; from tiny tots to the fully-grown. 

Meet Norbert the enchanted reindeer at Westgate Oxford’s Christmas Grotto from 26  November right up to Christmas Eve

What a year it’s been!  As I look back and count my blessings (let’s take them where we can peeps!) I am more certain than ever that the biggest joys in life are about relationships. 

Christmas at Blenheim Palace has established itself as one of Oxfordshire’s festive must-do’s; a firm favourite for all the family. This year, over a million lights adorn the majestic gardens, adding sparkle and colour to their already quite exceptional beauty, and the magic of the experience is only intensified by the choreographed soundtrack of seasonal favourites.