Eyewitnesses reported seeing police and ambulances in Hamilton Drive, between Wantage and East Challow, at about midday on Thursday, June 26. There were also sightings
Makespace Oxford is hosting an engaging event at The Old Stables in Wantage on Saturday, June 28, from 12 PM to 4:30 PM. This free
The collision between a motorbike and a car occurred on the A417 Reading Road between West Hendred and Ardington, near Wantage, at about 10pm on
Zachary Spencer of Tiverton House, Wantage, has been charged with involvement in the supply of crack cocaine. The 20-year-old pleaded guilty on May 7, 2025,
The local police evicted an unauthorized encampment, including several caravans and vans, on Thursday, June 19 in the Grove area. The group of Travellers initially
Dylan Sims, 21, from St Mary’s Wantage, was tried at Oxford Crown Court in May. On May 8, the jury delivered a unanimous verdict, finding
The B4507, located between Ashbury and Woolstone in the Vale of White Horse area, is set to be closed for essential maintenance. This closure, at
The concert will take place at The Beacon on Saturday, June 28, featuring renowned tenor horn soloist Sheona White. Ms. White commented, “I am really
The Wantage Summer Arts Festival began on Sunday, June 22, featuring a captivating array of local artwork and musical performances. This year’s festival runs until
Steven George Sugiero, a resident of Grove Street, Wantage, sadly passed away on April 21. An inquest into the 45-year-old’s death was opened by area
Police have successfully evicted an encampment of travellers, along with their vans and caravans, on Thursday, June 19. The travellers had previously set up off
Independent Bookshop Week runs from June 14 to June 21, an initiative by the Booksellers Association to acknowledge the vital role of independent bookshops. This
The consultation for the initial stages of plans for Wantage Market Place is set to begin on June 22. During a recent meeting with the
The famous helicopter was recently observed making its way from Basingstoke in Hampshire towards Oxfordshire, specifically circling around the Wantage and Grove area. According to
Thames Valley Police has reported an incident occurring in Market Place, Wantage, between 12pm and 2am on Monday, June 16. The event involved the damage
The King Alfred’s Head in Market Place, Wantage, has seen an impressive refurbishment of its dining area and bar as of April. The latest addition
Matthew Meyer, a resident of Stockham Park, Wantage, admitted to attempting to cause a child to watch sexual activity and attempting to engage in sexual
Thames Valley Police reported an incident occurring in Market Place, Wantage, between 12pm and 2am on Monday, June 16. Several store windows were damaged, and
Andy Aitken, a coach at Wantage Tennis Club, accomplished an impressive overnight challenge, arriving at Letcombe Tennis Club at 8 a.m. on Friday, June 13,
Sam Barson has raised more than £4,000 for the British Heart Foundation in tribute to his grandad, who he affectionately called Nin. His grandad, who
