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Arson attacks in Charlbury
Police are asking residents to remain vigilant following a spate of deliberate fires in the Charlbury area over the last few weeks.
There have been incidents where wheelie bins have been deliberately set on fire in Sheep Street and Hixet Wood. These incidents were on the 10th of August. TVP crime reference number 43260416798
With the current extremely hot and dry conditions, this behaviour is incredibly dangerous. A small fire can spread rapidly to nearby fences, hedges, vehicles, homes and surrounding vegetation, potentially putting lives and property at serious risk.
We would ask residents to:
Remain vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour.
Where possible, keep wheelie bins away from buildings, fences and other combustible materials.
Check any available CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage if an incident has occurred nearby.
If you see someone deliberately or recklessly starting a fire, call Police immediately on 999.
If you have any information about these incidents, or know who may be responsible, please contact Police on 101 or report it online.
Deliberately starting fires is not harmless behaviour. In these conditions, the consequences could be devastating.
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Wed 19 Aug, 10:52 · Link
Electric Blanket testing 2026
Free Checks for Electric Blankets, Throws and Heat Pads for Oxfordshire residents. Booking now open. On-site time slots available from 9:00 AM, including at Chipping Norton and Witney.
September 24th 2026– Willow Gardens, Chipping Norton, OX7 5FX
October 8th 2026 – Council Offices, Woodgreen Witney, OX28 1NB
For appointments call: 01865 519800 or Email: duty.officer@oxfordshire.gov.uk Online Booking: https://service.oxfordshire.gov.uk/blankettesting ;
Christine Battersby ·
Tue 18 Aug, 13:06 · Link
Sam Dastor obituary
The Telegraph has printed an obituary of Sam Dastor, who lived in Charlbury and died recently. The Guardian also printed an obituary recently.
Richard Fairhurst ·
Mon 17 Aug, 20:08 · Link
Latest planning applications to West Oxfordshire District Council
The following planning applications have recently been lodged. Click on the address to see full details at the WODC website.
- Turret House Ticknell Lane Charlbury
Mature beech in rear garden x2 - Reduce in height and lateral spread to previous pruning points (roughly 2-3m in branch length) and remove any deadwood and thin density where needed.
WODC reference: 26/01946/TCA · Received - -
- Bell Hotel Church Street Charlbury
Alterations to layout to include the removal of partition walls, internal doors, and windows, creation of doorways, relocation of rooflight, and associated works
WODC reference: 26/01808/LBC · Received - -
Mon 17 Aug, 06:15 · Link
Changes to X9 Service from 30th August 2026
Oxfordshire County Council have negotiated a new and improved timetable with hourly buses running daily in both directions. It will start with a new operator, Thames Travel, from Sunday 30th August. Thames Travel have taken over several other Pulhams routes as well. Details on link below. The X9 service is further down the page.
https://www.oxfordbus.co.uk/service-changes-30th-august-2026
Alison Prudence ·
Fri 14 Aug, 20:04 · Link
Beware Online Scammers Today Tuesday 11th
Please take care with any requests for online money payments or requests for gift cards. There has been an online scammer operating today with some local email addresses.
Please ignore requests or check them out in person before any payments. A reminder this can happen to anyone. Take care.
Ailsa Feenan ·
Tue 11 Aug, 18:24 · Link
S3 diversion (7 August - 9 September)
From 7 August to 9 September 2026, whilst Fawler Rd is closed to traffic, the S3 is missing out Fawler and part of Stonesfield, and travelling instead to and from Oxford Rail Station via Longore, Woodstock Rd and the B4437. See Stagecoach's timetable update online.
The impacted bus stops are The Stonesfield Green, Boot Street, also Fawler Main Street. A temporary bus top is being installed on Longore in Stonesfield.
Christine Battersby ·
Mon 10 Aug, 13:52 · Link
Latest planning applications to West Oxfordshire District Council
The following planning applications have recently been lodged. Click on the address to see full details at the WODC website.
Mon 10 Aug, 06:15 · Link
Planning application submitted for Evenlode Close
A planning application has been submitted for the demolition of the existing building at Evenlode Close and the construction of a replacement building comprising 15 self-contained apartments for older people, together with associated parking, cycle storage and landscaping.
Residents can view the application and, if they wish, submit comments directly to West Oxfordshire District Council via the planning portal:
https://publicaccess.westoxon.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=summary&keyVal=THDT6IRKN2O00
The application will also be considered by Charlbury Town Council's Planning Committee on Monday 24 August, before West Oxfordshire District Council makes its decision.
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Wed 5 Aug, 11:42 · Link
Sean Woodcock MP constituency meeting
The Peoples Emergency Briefing events in June resulted in large numbers of residents getting in touch with our local MP Sean Woodcock asking him to support a televised National Emergency Briefing on climate and nature. Following on from the amount of correspondence Sean has received on this issue he has offered to hold an event to discuss this briefing with local residents. Sean will lead a discussion and Q&A session for constituents in Charlbury on Friday August 14th, 5pm-7pm.
This meeting with MP Sean Woodcock offers a fascinating and important opportunity to help shape what changes in approach and priorities the Labour Government might take on climate change and nature loss.
Due to parliamentary security advice we cannot publicise the venue in advance so please message me directly if you would like to register for the event and be advised of the venue.
Tim Crisp ·
Mon 3 Aug, 13:00 · Link
