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Charlbury Christmas Tree Festival: 2026: Hold The Date
The organisers of the Charlbury Christmas Tree Festival are pleased to announce that the Festival will be back for Christmas this year.
The Festival will take place from Friday, 11th December 2026, to Saturday, 2 January 2027, with an official opening reception scheduled for Friday, 11th December, from 5.00 to 7:00 pm.
A Children’s choir will be performing carols from 5-6 pm
We will shortly be asking for Individuals, Community Groups, and Organisations to participate by sponsoring a Christmas tree: The options this year will be
● Outdoor trees: £40 : Lights only which will be provided
● Indoor trees (inside the church): £45 Lights provided plus any non breakable decorations sponsors wish to use. Indoor spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis
The Christmas Tree Festival is a much loved Charlbury Tradition. Tree Sponsorship and any additional donations allow the Festival to continue to play a vital role in enabling the ongoing work of the church in the community
For further information, please contact charlburyctf@gmail.com .
The organisers look forward to welcoming participants and visitors to what promises to be another memorable celebration of community, creativity, and festive spirit.
Maureen Sparling ·
Sun 11 Oct, 17:10 · Link
Charlbury Beer Festival Needs You
As CBF starts gearing up for 2027, we are looking new faces to join the organising committee. If you value your local community and want to help us raise funds for local projects, we would love to hear from you.
This year, we are specifically looking for someone to help us manage our festival sponsorship. Our sponsors are critical for covering our operational costs so that the money taken on the day goes straight to our causes.
You absolutely do not need to be a hard-hitting salesperson. The Charlbury community is incredibly supportive, and many of our sponsors return happily year after year. The role is really a blend of friendly relationship-building and steady administration.
If you're interesting in joining the team, please get it touch via info@charlburybeerfestival.org.
Michael Peake ·
Sun 11 Oct, 10:36 · Link
October Nature Recovery Newsletter
The latest edition of the Nature Recovery Network newsletter is now live and accessible via this link.
It includes several local events and opportunities to get involved in nature recovery activities within the parish.
Check the charlbury.info events page for details of our upcoming hedge planting sessions.
Will Dennis ·
Sat 10 Oct, 08:49 · Link
October News from Charlbury Museum
Thank you to everyone who came to our joint fundraising event with St. Mary's Church last week. A full house listened to a fascinating talk by Professor William Whyte, followed by interesting conversations between Professor William Whyte and the Revd Fergus Butler-Gallie, on the long relationship between St. John's College and Charlbury. In case you missed it, a recording can be found at charlburychurch.co.uk.
Next event on October 10th is the annual museum Bric-a-Brac & Clothes Sale, held in a new venue: the Friends ( Quaker) Meeting House. See poster and Events page for more details. Donations welcome please contact info@charlburymuseum.org.uk
Last chance to see 'The Playing Close through the Centuries' . The museum's open season closes on Sunday October 25th. Our stewards look forward to welcoming you to the museum to see the collection, including the Thomas Gilkes clock which has recently arrived into the museum. Open:Saturdays 10.30 -12.30 & 2.30 -4.30, Sundays 2.30 - 4.30 (October 10th in the morning only the museum will be closed, as we have the sale on)
Sue Rangeley ·
Mon 5 Oct, 18:01 · Link
Have your say on walking, wheeling and cycling in Charlbury
Oxfordshire County Council’s public consultation on the Charlbury and surrounding area Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) is now open.
So what exactly is an LCWIP?
Put simply, it is a long-term list of possible improvements that could make it easier and safer for people to walk, wheel and cycle around Charlbury.
The plan looks at routes people use for everyday journeys – for example to school, work, shops and other amenities – and identifies places where improvements might be useful.
Nothing in the plan means that a particular scheme has been agreed or will automatically happen. Individual proposals would still need to be developed and funded in the future, with any necessary consultation and approvals taking place as schemes develop.
And importantly, the LCWIP does not stop cars from travelling around Charlbury. It is about identifying sensible ways in which walking, wheeling and cycling could be made easier and safer alongside other forms of transport.
Have your say
This is a draft plan and OCC wants to know what local people think. You can comment on the routes and suggested improvements, say what you think is missing or unnecessary, and suggest changes. Your responses will be considered before the final version of the plan is prepared.
OCC would particularly like to hear from people who find it challenging to walk, wheel or cycle in the Charlbury area, and whether the plan reflects their needs. Let's Talk Oxfordshire
The consultation closes on 29 October 2026.
Read the plan and have your say
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Mon 5 Oct, 12:41 · Link
Malcolm Henry Dix 1934-2026
It is with the deepest regret to announce the passing of Malcolm Dix, who was a lifelong resident of Charlbury since his birth on the 19th of March 1934.
He passed away on Saturday 3rd of October 2026 aged 92 surrounded by his family in Tall Trees Glade care home in Shipton under Wychwood. He received excellent care here for the last few months and passed away very peacefully.
Funeral at St. Mary’s Church by Peter Smith funeral services to be arranged and will announce in due course.
Gareth Dix ·
Mon 5 Oct, 12:15 · Link
Covid and flu vaccination clinics in Charlbury Medical Centre
Covid and flu vaccination clinics in the medical centre
CMC will hold a combined covid and flu vaccination clinic in
the medical centre on Tuesday 6 October.
If you are eligible for both vaccinations and have not already booked an appointment please
either telephone the surgery after 11am to book an appointment or use the link
in your text message or NHS App invitation.
Please remember to bring your completed consent form with
you, available to download and print off from the CMC website or collect in
advance from the surgery.
If you are unable to attend, please let the surgery know.
Flu vaccination clinic
The flu vaccination clinic will be held on Tuesday 13
October in the medical centre. This will be for the flu vaccination only. There is no need to complete a consent form
for this vaccination. If you are eligible and have not already booked your
appointment please either telephone the surgery after 11am to book an
appointment or use the link in your text message or NHS App invitation. Please note
that once again this year, the flu vaccination is available to carers in
receipt of carer's allowance, or those who are the main carer of an elderly or
disabled person or a close contact of a person whose immunity is compromised.
Remember to come dressed so that your upper arm is easily
exposed for vaccination.
Thank you for your co-operation in helping to ensure that the
clinics run smoothly and efficiently.
Charlbury Patient Participation Group ·
Mon 5 Oct, 11:18 · 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 5 Oct, 06:15 · Link
EVOLVE Reformer Studios expands to Cornbury Park
I’m delighted to introduce EVOLVE Reformer Studios to the Charlbury community, following the opening of our newest studio at Cornbury Park.
I founded EVOLVE in 2023 and, following the success and growth of the business, I’m so excited to have brought our Reformer Pilates experience to Charlbury.
We welcome everyone, whether you’re completely new to Reformer Pilates or already experienced. Our expert-led classes are kept to small groups of no more than six, with dedicated beginner Foundation classes for those new to Reformer.
Our beautiful Cornbury Park studio combines a personalised approach with countryside views and free on-site parking.
✨ New client offer: 2 classes for £30
We’d love to welcome you to EVOLVE!
Siân
Founder, EVOLVE Reformer Studios
Find out more at evolvereformerstudios.co.uk
Sian Young ·
Sun 4 Oct, 13:18 · Link
Charlbury Town Council grants – applications still open
Does your community group or local voluntary organisation have a project or activity planned that would benefit Charlbury residents? You could apply for a grant from Charlbury Town Council.
We welcome applications from non-profit-making groups for projects that support the Council’s strategic priorities, including community wellbeing, nature recovery and opportunities for people to get together.
The closing date is midday on 31 October 2026. Late applications cannot be considered. Successful grants will be paid in April 2027, so please bear this in mind when planning your project.
Download the application form and read the eligibility criteria on our website.
Please include your organisation’s latest annual accounts and bank statement with your completed application.
For queries or to request a hard copy, contact Lisa, the Town Clerk, at clerk@charlbury-tc.gov.uk.
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Wed 30 Sep, 14:03 · Link
