Indie Oxford Stories

Welcome to Indie Oxford Stories, our series celebrating the incredible people behind Oxford’s independent businesses. These are the makers, bakers, creatives, and community builders who bring so much heart to the city. Each story offers a personal story about what inspired them to start, what keeps them going, and how you can support the local businesses that matter so much to life in Oxford.

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By Jacqui Thorndyke

In Indie Oxford Stories

Posted January 20, 2026

Indie Oxford Stories: Amy Williams at Onanon

Founded in 2025, Onanon is a clothes selling service with monthly curated collections sold at in-person pop-up events - with a focus on good brands and natural fabrics.

By Jacqui Thorndyke

In Indie Oxford Stories

Posted January 6, 2026

Indie Oxford Stories: Georgie Davies, Owner of Yogipod

Founded in 2018, Yogipod brings block-printed beauty to the world of relaxation, hand crafting yoga props that look great, do good and inspire users to take care of themselves.

Oxfordshire Inclusive Economy Charter

Indie Oxford has signed the Oxfordshire Inclusive Economy Charter to support a more inclusive County. The Charter was created by the Oxfordshire Inclusive Economy Partnership, a group of over 100 organisations working together to share knowledge, expertise and resources to address some of our county’s greatest challenges.

Oxford Living Wage

At Indie Oxford, we’re proud to announce that we have become an accredited Oxford Living Wage employer. The Oxford Living Wage helps ensure employees earn a fair wage that reflects the true cost of living and working in Oxford.