INDEPENDENT OXFORD

Welcome to Independent Oxford! Your one-stop guide to Oxfordshire’s independent businesses founded in 2015. Find indie businesses in the directory, sign up to the newsletter for the latest indie news and head to the blog for lots of indie inspo.

NEW ADDITIONS TO THE DIRECTORY

Check out new Indie Oxford members >>

Ninety8 Media

Ninety8 Media

Jessica Holzhausen Art

Jessica Holzhausen Art

33Cocoa

33Cocoa

Kelpie Coffee

Kelpie Coffee

We Are The Disruptors

We Are The Disruptors

A LOOK BACK: INDIE OXFORD DAY, 21ST MARCH

The first ever Indie Oxford Day took place on Saturday, 21 March 2026. Our goal was to encourage as many people as possible to shop, celebrate or support independent businesses in Oxfordshire.

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LATEST BLOG POSTS

Indie Oxford news

EventsIndie Events in Oxford: May 2026
April 27, 2026

Indie Events in Oxford: May 2026

May brings Oxfordshire to life. From bustling town centres to hidden village gems, these May events showcase the creativity, character and warmth that local businesses bring to Oxfordshire — and offer the perfect excuse to discover somewhere new.
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Indie Oxford StoriesInspirationIndie Oxford Stories: Julie Mutton at Bare UK
April 15, 2026

Indie Oxford Stories: Julie Mutton at Bare UK

Everything felt daunting, it’s quite normal if you are passionate to make something work well. But this was the second business I have set up from scratch and my whole family are self employed so for me I couldn’t see…
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NewsOpportunity to invest in the first-ever community-owned battery at one of the UK’s largest community-owned solar energy park
April 10, 2026

Opportunity to invest in the first-ever community-owned battery at one of the UK’s largest community-owned solar energy park

Low Carbon Hub in Oxfordshire is inviting people to invest in the UK’s first community-owned solar energy battery
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Indie Oxford Jobs blogJobsIndie Jobs in Oxford: April 2026
April 9, 2026

Indie Jobs in Oxford: April 2026

Welcome to our April 2026 edition of Indie Jobs in Oxfordshire!
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ABOUT INDIE OXFORD

Independent Oxford is Oxfordshire’s indie business community, supporting and championing local independent businesses since 2015. From shops and cafés to creative studios and wellbeing practitioners, we celebrate the brilliant people and businesses that make our county such a special place. Through our directory, events, and campaigns, we connect people with the independents on their doorstep and help indie businesses thrive.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE PART OF INDIE OXFORD

What our Community members say

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Ronni Allen, Owner at Ronni Allen PhotographyGorgeous food photography // Spring 2025

“I love feeling like I have supportive, inspiring colleagues even though I work on my own.”

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Sandra Ruge, Co-founder at Waste2TasteAwesome east Oxford cafe tackling food waste // Spring 2025

“Independent Oxford vibrant community has been a gift. So many friendships and connections we have created due to this amazing family of independent businesses. Rosie is a super star at keeping us all in touch with each other. We love being part of Indie Oxford.”

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Ben Bateman, General Manager at ArbequinaA fantastic tapas restaurant on Cowley Road // Spring 2023

“I like the constant communication via the Whatsapp groups. Always events going on and everyone looks out for each other.”

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Max Coppock, Owner at Payne & Son8th generation jewellers on the High Street in Oxford // Winter 2024

“It’s lovely to be part of something that supports and promotes the small businesses of Oxfordshire. Its nice to be involved with such a welcoming and friendly community.”

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Lindsey Eynon, Owner at Start To ThriveA super supportive and inspiring business coach // Spring 2024

“I love being connected to my local community through IO. The network is hugely supportive of me as an individual and a business owner. It’s great to share ideas and resources and always know there is someone to ask and to talk to who most likely has experience. Such a friendly group too!”