Lifestyle

“Ageing in place” is a phrase increasingly on the lips of interior designers and home improvement professionals these days – and I’d argue that...

Cheaper school uniforms, a return to £2 bus fares and stronger protection against unexpected charges feature in Andy Burnham’s package of “everyday fixes” aimed...

A wooden table with a few marks of everyday life, a comfortable armchair and a lamp switched on beside it. The appeal of modern...

An AI chat assistant can reduce customer support costs by answering straightforward questions or helping staff respond faster. Whether it saves money depends on...

Families in Oxfordshire could avoid extra airline charges for sitting with their children under government proposals intended to take effect before the summer 2027...

British golf rarely gives you one kind of weather for a full round. A calm first tee can turn into a windy back nine,...

Boots has completed a major refurbishment of its Oxford Retail Park branch in Cowley, adding new beauty and wellness ranges while retaining its pharmacy...

Health officials have begun enhanced surveillance after invasive mosquitoes and larvae were detected at homes in east London, but UKHSA says the risk to...

HYPE’s back-to-school range includes colourful 18-litre Iconic backpacks, a larger 23-litre Maxi, matching bundles and new designs with removable charms. Before choosing a print,...

Planning a trip to the tip? Oxfordshire’s household waste recycling centres now require advance booking, and there are separate rules for DIY waste, vans,...

Greece is one of my favourite countries to visit for decades, and I worked on the Islands in my early 20's. There has always...

Feeling more secure about money does not require a complicated financial plan. A clear view of household finances, a modest emergency buffer and a...

From Oxfordshire, the Lake District is a realistic three or four-night break rather than a sensible day trip. The first question is not whether...

Russell & Bromley will return to Westgate Oxford on 3 September, making the city one of the first locations in the footwear brand’s physical...

Buying for someone who insists they need nothing does not have to mean choosing a generic present. The most successful gifts usually come from...

Learning to drive can open the door to work, education and greater independence, particularly for people living outside Oxford. But rising costs, pressure on...

Airport assistance services have improved across the UK, but the aviation regulator says disabled passengers still face delays, uncertainty and practical barriers when travelling. At...

Gatwick Airport has cleared a major legal hurdle in its plan to bring its existing Northern Runway into regular use, potentially giving Oxfordshire travellers...

An Oxfordshire summer BBQ can be anything from a relaxed family cookout to a larger gathering of friends and neighbours. Whether you are planning...

A rattle, blowing noise or unusual smell from a car exhaust can be easy to dismiss, especially if the vehicle still appears to drive...