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     The Indie Oxford Guide To Plastic Free July
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Inspiration
    Posted July 20, 2019

    The Indie Oxford Guide To Plastic Free July

    This month we celebrate #plasticfreeJuly, a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution – so we can have cleaner streets, oceans, and communities. [...]

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     Festival Preview: Boomtown Fair
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Inspiration
    Posted June 21, 2019

    Festival Preview: Boomtown Fair

    Today on blog, guest writer Liz gives us the low down on Boomtown Festival 2019, how they have managed to remain an independent festival and how they are tackling the environmental impact of the [...]

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     10 Independent Oxford Ideas For Father’s Day 2019
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Inspiration
    Posted June 10, 2019

    10 Independent Oxford Ideas For Father’s Day 2019

    Father's Day is this Sunday 16th June, and if you're stuck for gift ideas, we've put together some cool ideas for Father's Day, to give you inspiration to discover some unique, awesome and local [...]

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     Exploring The High Street In Oxford
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Inspiration
    Posted June 7, 2019

    Exploring The High Street In Oxford

    Oxford has a great independent scene, and we love supporting and promoting businesses across the city and the surrounding county. One of our favourite things to do is wander the streets of our [...]

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     Spring Cleaning Top Tips with Objects of Use
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Indie Oxford Interviews, Inspiration
    Posted May 30, 2019

    Spring Cleaning Top Tips with Objects of Use

    This time of year finds many of us with the urge to get out the dusters, open all the windows and give rooms, houses and flats a good old Spring clean. With that in mind, I caught up with Hazel, [...]

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     10 Indie Events In Oxford This June
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Indie Events, Inspiration
    Posted May 28, 2019

    10 Indie Events In Oxford This June

    As we head into summer, we have some great heading our away in Oxford including lots of awesome local festivals and of course, indie events! We have also got a whole host of Indie Oxford events [...]

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     10 Indies To Check Out In National Vegetarian Week
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Best Of, Inspiration
    Posted May 15, 2019

    10 Indies To Check Out In National Vegetarian Week

    Eating more vegetarian food is a great way to do your bit to help the planet, and National Vegetarian Week is a great opportunity to explore some delicious veggie food at home and out and about [...]

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     Recipe: Lovely Lemony Cupcakes from Happy Cakes
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Inspiration
    Posted April 16, 2019

    Recipe: Lovely Lemony Cupcakes from Happy Cakes

    Each month we’re going to be bringing you a recipe direct from one of the indies we work with. To kick things off and to truly launch us into Spring, the wonderful Julia from Happy Cakes [...]

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     The Best UK Music Festivals 2019
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Best Of, Inspiration
    Posted March 29, 2019

    The Best UK Music Festivals 2019

    Spring has truely sprung and with the longer days and warmer weather, thousands of us are dreaming of summer days and planning which festivals we'll be heading to this summer in the UK. We [...]

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     10 Indie Events In Oxford This April
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Inspiration
    Posted March 25, 2019

    10 Indie Events In Oxford This April

    We're really excited about what's coming up this April in Oxford! Marmalade returns to Arts at the Old Fire Station from 9th with a host of brilliant free talks and workshops to inspire social [...]

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    May is packed and we couldn’t be more excited to s May is packed and we couldn’t be more excited to share what’s on 🤗

Whether you’re into rum tastings, open studios, farm days or printmaking workshops, there’s something this month for everyone who loves discovering what makes Oxfordshire so special.

Here’s what’s on:

🌅 May Morning Breakfast & Storytelling — The Story Museum, 1st May

🥃 Secret Rum Launch Party & Open Day — Abingdon Distillery, 2nd May

🎨 Oxfordshire Artweeks Festival — Multiple locations, 2nd–25th May

🧵 Scraps Collective Opening Celebration — Cornerstone Arts Centre, 2nd May

🖨️ Sally-Anne Stewart Linocut Printing Workshop — James Street Tavern, 12th May

🌙 Lorraine Berkshire-Roe: Oxfordshire Artweeks Exhibitions — Littlemore, 16th–25th May

🚜 Farm Open Day — Sandy Lane Farm, 16th May

🖼️ East Oxford Art Collective Artweeks Show — Greyfriars Church Hall, 16th–17th & 23rd–25th May

Full details on the blog — link in bio 🔗

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    Can’t get enough of this new coffee shop… 😏 If yo Can’t get enough of this new coffee shop… 😏

If you’re already familiar with @missingbeancoffeeshops then you know their coffee is great, their food is delicious, and their venues are unique. 

But the new Cowley cafe is HUGE, and surprisingly cosy for such a big space. It’s a beautiful venue, with lots of nooks and warmed lighting, and a good number of plug sockets for anyone looking to bring along their laptops. 

It’s the latest in a series of cafe openings from the Missing Bean team, and it doesn’t disappoint. 

The quiches are a new addition - I tried the traditional quiche Lorraine, but they serve a veggie option as well - all made in house by their brilliant chef/baker, Jess. The freshly made coleslaw was tasty, with a tasty pop of fennel and the bacon in the quiche was generous. 

It’s well worth a visit if you haven’t been, and if you work on the Oxford Business Park, you are in for a treat! Your breakfast, lunch and coffee breaks just got a whole lot tastier.

Have you been?

- Jacqui x

📍 Missing Bean Cowley, Trinity House
John Smith Drive, Cowley

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    On Monday we hosted our Hospitality and Food & Dri On Monday we hosted our Hospitality and Food & Drink Meet Up at the brilliant Waste2Taste café, and as always it reminded us exactly why we do what we do. Running an independent business can feel lonely at times and these meet ups exist to change that.

Whether people came along with a challenge they’d been sitting on, a win they wanted to share, or simply needed a couple of hours in good company, everyone left with something. That’s the magic of this community.

If you’ve ever thought about coming along to one of our meet ups but haven’t quite made it yet, we’d love to see you at the next one. A warm welcome is always guaranteed 🤗

Keep an eye on our events page for upcoming dates. Link in  our bio! 🩵

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    If you haven’t discovered our Indie Oxford Stories If you haven’t discovered our Indie Oxford Stories series yet, it’s all about the brilliant people behind Oxford’s Independent businesses 🎉

The challenges of launching a business, the lessons, the wins, and the messy bits in between. 

In this edition we talked to Julie Mutton, owner of @bareoxford, an aesthetic laser clinic in central Oxford. 

Read the full article, and others in this new series, on our blog. 

Head to the website 👉 independentoxford.com

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    If you’re in hospitality or food & drink, this one If you’re in hospitality or food & drink, this one’s for you!

Our next sector meet up is on Monday 20th April, 10am–12pm at the brilliant Waste2Taste café in Oxford. Sandra will be looking after us with cakes and hot drinks 🎂

Come and share your wins, talk through challenges and spend a couple of hours with other indie hospitality and food & drink businesses who genuinely get it.

Members and non-members both welcome.

Secure your ticket today, link in our bio! 

📅 Monday 20th April
🕙 10am–12pm
📍 Waste2Taste, Oxford

Tag someone who’d be interested in our event! 🩵

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    @lowcarbonhub is making history with the UK’s firs @lowcarbonhub is making history with the UK’s first community-owned solar energy battery at Ray Valley Solar Park! ✨🔋

This game-changing tech will capture surplus clean energy, saving enough electricity to power 300 homes every year and cutting carbon emissions by 102 tonnes. 🌍💨

You can now co-own this vital infrastructure by investing in the Community Energy Fund via Ethex. Investments start at £100, with all profits reinvested back into local sustainability projects like school energy efficiency. 🏫🌱

Find out more through the link in our bio 🔗👆

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    Indie Jobs in Oxford this April🌺 Every month, we Indie Jobs in Oxford this April🌺

Every month, we spotlight the latest job opportunities from amazing indie businesses across the county!

Head over to the blog link in our bio for full details about the roles available🔗👆

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    Indie Oxford Stories: Kevin Jessup🏡 Kevin’s journ Indie Oxford Stories: Kevin Jessup🏡

Kevin’s journey started when he was made redundant. After working for years in a building that he fell in love with, he developed a strong vision and knew he wanted to create a co-working space that’s more thoughtful, more community-driven, more inspiring.💫

Head over to the blog link in our bio to learn more about the story behind The Cluser and the journey so far🔗👆

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    One week since Indie Oxford Day🌷 We set up Indie One week since Indie Oxford Day🌷

We set up Indie Oxford Day to shine a spotlight on the incredible indie businesses across the county and it was amazing to see this all come to life. From the various events and special offers taking place to help celebrate, we can’t wait to do it all over again next year!💫

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    Indie Events in Oxford this April🐣 Spring is fina Indie Events in Oxford this April🐣

Spring is finally here and our indies have lots going on to keep you busy!

From a Sake tasting to an Easter Egg hunt and Soca Sunday, make sure to check out all the events happening this April.🌷

Head over to the blog link in our bio to read the full piece🔗👆

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    Hear from a few of our Indie Oxford members 💫 #In Hear from a few of our Indie Oxford members 💫

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    Indie Oxford Day 2026💜 A huge thank you to everyo Indie Oxford Day 2026💜

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the very first Indie Oxford Day such a success✨☀️

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    Become an Indie Oxford member🤩 #Indie #SupportLoc Become an Indie Oxford member🤩

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    Indie Oxford Day is finally here! 🥳 We setup Indi Indie Oxford Day is finally here! 🥳

We setup Indie Oxford Day to shine a spotlight on the incredible indie businesses across tb county. They reflect the culture and interest of people in Oxfordshire! 

To celebrate the very first Indie Oxford Day, we encourage you to shop local, celebrate an indie you love, share the love on social media and give something new a try 💜

There are so many different things going on today from events to activities and special offers, head over to the Indie Oxford Day link in our bio for all the details🔗👆

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    Indie Oxford Stories: Lorraine Berkshire-Roe🌸 It Indie Oxford Stories: Lorraine Berkshire-Roe🌸

It all started when Lorraine was made redundant after being an illustrator at a design company for 9 years. This is where the freelance illustrator journey started and the main thing Lorraine learnt about running a business is that if you are able to find what it is you really want to do, you are unstoppable! 💪

Head over to the blog link in our bio to learn more about the story behind Lorraine’s business and the journey so far🔗👆

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    ONE WEEK UNTIL INDIE OXFORD DAY 2026🌸 Join us in ONE WEEK UNTIL INDIE OXFORD DAY 2026🌸

Join us in celebrating Indie Oxford Day, a brand-new annual event created by Independent Oxford to shine a spotlight on the incredible indie businesses across the county. From beloved local cafés and independent retailers to creative studios, wellbeing practitioners and restaurants – this is a day to show them some love!💜

On Saturday 21 March 2026, we’re inviting everyone across Oxfordshire – residents and visitors alike – to shop, celebrate and support the independent businesses at the heart of our communities.🤗

If you want to find out about the various things going on in the lead up to and for Indie Oxford Day, head over to the Indie Oxford Day 2026 link in our bio🔗👆

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    What’s on for Indie Oxford Day🌷🌼 In case you forg What’s on for Indie Oxford Day🌷🌼

In case you forgot, Indie Oxford Day is coming up on Saturday 21st March 💜

There are so many exciting events, offers and activities happening to celebrate Indie Oxford Day and we couldn’t be more excited!🥳

From £5 pints to free candles and a guided tasting menu, you won’t know where to start.

Head over the link in our bio to read the full blog and find out more🔗👆

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    Indie Jobs in Oxford this March🐝🌻 Looking for you Indie Jobs in Oxford this March🐝🌻

Looking for your next job opportunity? Check out the latest listings from our brilliant independent businesses across the country. 

Joining an indie business isn’t about clocking in, it’s about being part of a close-knit team where your efforts truly make a difference💜

Head over to our blog via the link in our bio for the full details🔗👆

#IndieOxford #OxfordshireJobs #OxfordJobs
    There’s nothing better than getting lost in a grea There’s nothing better than getting lost in a great bookshop📚✨

Whether you’re hunting for your next fiction obsession, a thoughtful gift, or just that cosy bookshop feeling, we have you covered😊

Head to the blog link in our bio to read the full piece🔗👆

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