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 >>

Angela Arts

Angela Arts

Fat Squirrel Outdoor

Fat Squirrel Outdoor

Wax Wicks n More

Wax Wicks n More

Natural Bread

Natural Bread

No. 76 – James Taylor Photo Art

No. 76 – James Taylor Photo Art

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

The Radcliffe Camera in Oxford under a clear blue sky on a hot summer dayInspirationStep Away from the Fan: Oxford Independents with Air Con
July 7, 2026

Step Away from the Fan: Oxford Independents with Air Con

Wow, last week was something, wasn't it? If you spent any part of it sitting directly in front of a fan eating ice lollies and pretending to be productive, you're in good company. Oxford in a heatwave is beautiful; the…
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JobsIndie Jobs in Oxford: June 2026
June 24, 2026

Indie Jobs in Oxford: June 2026

Every month, we round up the latest jobs from awesome indies across Oxfordshire. Working for an indie business gives you so much more than just a job, you're part of a small, dynamic team where your work has a direct…
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InspirationThe Indie Oxford Father’s Day Gift Guide
June 9, 2026

The Indie Oxford Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father's Day is on Sunday 21st June, which means you've got just enough time to do something genuinely brilliant. And by brilliant, we mean local, thoughtful, and bought from the kinds of places that make Oxfordshire such a special county…
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Three women celebrate outside the upcoming Everybody Studio, a yoga, Pilates and barre studio. The shopfront features large "Coming Soon" window graphics in a warm peach and burnt orange botanical design. All three women have their arms raised in excitement — one stands to the far left in a dark long-sleeved top and black leggings, one in the centre wears a black sweatshirt, and one strikes a dynamic pose in front of the signage in a dark zip-up jacket and patterned leggings. The entrance doors to the unit are visible to the right.NewsNew yoga, Pilates and barre studio opens in Botley
June 9, 2026

New yoga, Pilates and barre studio opens in Botley

Every Body Studio expands with second space in Oxford! Oxford based yoga studio, Every Body Studio is expanding and opening a second studio in West Oxford. Every Body Studio Botley will open on 6 June 2026 at Unit 6, The Kimeridge,…
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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!”