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     Common Ground Oxford: Giving communities time and space to grow
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    By Rosie Jacobs
    In Indie Oxford Interviews
    Posted July 20, 2023

    Common Ground Oxford: Giving communities time and space to grow

    Today on the blog, Eddie from Common Ground talks about the inclusive community environment they are creating, how they are supporting other indies and hosting inspiring exhibitions for local [...]

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     Independent Oxford Weekly Meet Up with Penny Tunnell and Stephen Spencer
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    By Rosie Jacobs
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    Posted June 25, 2020

    Independent Oxford Weekly Meet Up with Penny Tunnell and Stephen Spencer

    Our weekly online meet ups are a chance for independent businesses owner come together, get support and find inspiration to navigate through the crisis. Each week we have a different speaker to [...]

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     Independent Oxford Weekly Meet Up
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    Posted April 24, 2020

    Independent Oxford Weekly Meet Up

    Our weekly online meet ups are a chance for independent businesses owner come together, get support and find inspiration to navigate through the crisis. Each week we have a different speaker to [...]

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     Grow Your Community
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    Posted February 19, 2020

    Grow Your Community

    This session is hosted by Rosie Jacobs & Anna Munday - the Co-Founders of Independent Oxford, a local community project championing independent businesses. Rosie and Anna set up Independent [...]

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    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.

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    MEET OUR STALLHOLDERS: PART 1🎄💜 Don’t for MEET OUR STALLHOLDERS: PART 1🎄💜 Don’t forget that the Indie Oxford Christmas Market is back on the 29th of November at @tapsocialtaproom 🤩 We thought we would start introducing you to this years brilliant stallholders from our Indie Oxford community, whilst telling about what you can expect at their stall.😊 Part 2 is coming soon🎁 ✨ @eden_fay: Prints, notebooks and cards made from images of Eden’s collages and textile pieces, and unique hand painted wooden earrings. There will also be quilted Christmas tree decorations ✨ @nevesbees: Natural skincare and gifts ✨ @youunderwearuk: Fairtrade & organic cotton underwear & loungewear for men, women & girls, along with locally-designed FT & organic cotton tea towels and socks ✨ @rainbowandspoon: Beautiful scarves, gloves, hats and accessories, socks and so much more ✨ @etta_rain_ceramics: Handmade ceramics/pottery ✨ @custommadeuk: Handmade jewellery and hair accessories ✨ @lorrainebr_art_life: Illustration, pen and ink original artworks and high quality digital prints #IndieOxford #OxfordChristmasMarket #SupportLocal #ShopLocal #Christmas2025
    @missingbeancoffeeshops newest location in Charlbu @missingbeancoffeeshops newest location in Charlbury opens tomorrow☕️🤩 Located in the heart of the town on Market Street, they will be brining their signature ethically sourced coffee, artisanal bakes, sustainable ethos and friendly atmosphere to this beautiful setting!✨ Head over to the blog link in our bio for more details on this exciting opening👆🔗 #Indie #IndieOxford #MissingBean #Charlbury #Oxfordshire #NewCafe
    Join us at Yellow Submarine’s Oxford café for o Join us at Yellow Submarine’s Oxford café for our Hospitality Meet Up😊 📆 Friday 24th October 10am to 11:30 am 📍Yellow Submarine Cafe, 12 Park End Street, Oxford, OX4 3BG ☀️ Maximum 20 places available 🤩Open to Hospitality & F&B members 🎟️ Free to attend for Indie Oxford members 🎟️ Tickete available for non-members This is a chance to share experiences, get peer support and look at ways to collaborate with other indie F&B and hospitality business owners in Oxfordshire!🤝 Head over to the Eventbrite link in our bio to secure your tickets 🔗 #IndependentOxford #SupportLocal #IndieOxford #EventsOxford
    The Indie Oxford Christmas Market is back!🎄🎅 The Indie Oxford Christmas Market is back!🎄🎅✨🎁 Join us at Tap Social’s Taproom on Saturday 29th November from 11am to 5pm for a festive day of celebrating our incredible indie businesses. You can expect a joyful day filled with independent market stalls, delicious pizza and drinks, and fun kids’ activities – all set in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere💝 This is the perfect way to get into the festive season and get ahead of your Christmas shopping!💜🛍️ Save the date in your diary and tell all your friends about it!📆 Head over to the blog link in our bio to find out more🔗👆 #IndieOxford #ChristmasMarketOxford #ChristmasOxford #Indie #SupportLocal
    Flo’s- The Place in the Park has expanded the ra Flo’s- The Place in the Park has expanded the range of goods at its refill shop over the summer!🌞 They have added 305 new items to its stock, including gifts, greeting cards, and a new Essentials range. The brilliant plastic-free Refill Shop was opened in 2019. It was designed to provide a place where local people can shop for essentials whilst supporting the reduction of waste by encouraging the use of reusable containers instead of pre-packaged supermarket products🤗 For the full story, head over to the Indie Oxford blog via the link in our bio👆👆 #IndieOxford #Oxford #OxfordshireJobs #Oxfordshire #Independent #IndependentOxford
    Indie Jobs in Oxford this October🎃🎃 There a Indie Jobs in Oxford this October🎃🎃 There are a ton of exciting Indie job opportunities in Oxfordshire and if you need a shakeup this month, we have you covered☁️ Working for an independent business means being part of a passionate team, making a real impact and supporting the local economy.❤️ Support local, work local✨ Head over to the blog link in the @independentoxford bio for the full article 🔗 #IndieOxford #Oxford #OxfordshireJobs #Oxfordshire #Independent #IndependentOxford
    Indie Events in Oxford this October🍁 Lots of Indie Events in Oxford this October🍁 Lots of exciting things coming up in October to get you in the spirit of Autumn☁️ From art exhibitions and supper clubs to autumn festivals and workshops, there’s something to help us all cope with the darker evenings.🖼️🍽️✨ Try something new, support local businesses and have a great time this October!💜 Head to the link in the @independentoxford bio to get the full low down🔗👆 PS: @jessiesartshed will be celebrating their 10th anniversary in November and are looking for donations to help them shape the next chapter. Head over to their website to find out more and see how you can support🤩 #SupportLocal #OxfordshireEvents #OxfordEvents #WhatsOnInOxford #IndependentOxford #IndieOxford
    Indie Jobs in Oxford this September🧸 If you ar Indie Jobs in Oxford this September🧸 If you are looking for local job opportunities in Oxfordshire, you are in the right place. Every month, we spotlight the latest job opportunities from amazing indie businesses across the county!💫 Working for an indie is a chance to be part of a community driven team💜 Head over to the blog link in our bio to find out more about the roles available👆 #IndieOxford #Oxford #OxfordshireJobs #Oxfordshire #IndependentJobs #OxfordJobs #WorkLocal #OxfordHiring
    Where to stay in Oxfordshire🏡 There is always Where to stay in Oxfordshire🏡 There is always so much going on in Oxford, whether you are planning a weekend getaway or a business trip, our latest blog covers ‘Indie Oxford Best Places to Stay in Oxfordshire’!💫 Head to the link in our bio to read the full piece🔗⬆️ 📸: @oldparsonagehotel #WhereToStayInOxford #OxfordshireAccommodation #IndieOxford #IndependentOxford
    Indie Oxford Health and Wellbeing Meet Up🧘‍♂️ This is the perfect space to talk through solutions to your challenges, celebrate your wins with fellow health and wellbeing indies💫 This meet up is for anyone that works in the health and wellbeing space from yoga teachers to gym owners and skin care indies to mindfulness practitioners. 📍Every Body Studio 📆 19th September ⏰ 10:30am- 12pm Let’s keep building a stronger indie community, one meet-up at a time!💜 Head to the Eventbrite link in our bio to secure your tickets👆 🎟️ Free to attend for all Indie Oxford members 🎟️ Tickets available for non-members #IndieOxford #IndependentOxford #OxfordEvents #SupportLocal #WhatIsGoingOnInOxford
    Indie Events in Oxford this September🧸 As you Indie Events in Oxford this September🧸 As you are getting back into the swing of things this September, as always, our brilliant indies have a lot going on to keep you entertained!😍 From Art and Wine night to various workshops, head over to the link in our bio to check out the September Indie Events Blog👆👆 #SupportLocal #OxfordshireEvents #OxfordEvents #WhatsOnInOxford #IndependentOxford #IndieOxford
    Indie Oxford SEO for E-Commerce Workshop with @hal Indie Oxford SEO for E-Commerce Workshop with @hallidaily💻 Join us for an interactive and collaborative SEO for E-Commerce workshop, designed specifically for Indie Oxford members✨ 📍Business and Intellectual Property Centre Oxfordshire (BIPC) 📆 2nd September ⏰ 12pm- 2pm 🎟️ Free to attend for all Indie Oxford members 🎟️ Tickets available for non-members Head over to the Eventbrite link in our bio to get your tickets🔗 #IndieOxford #IndependentOxford #OxfordEvents #SupportLocal
    A few photos from our Summer party last week from A few photos from our Summer party last week from the incredible @fyreflystudios 🌞🌞🌞 Thank you so much to everyone to joined! The vibes were great!🤩 Special shoutout to the team at @missingbeancoffeeroasters for their delicious food and hospitality!😊 #IndieOxford #IndependentOxford #OxfordEvents #SupportLocal
    Indie Oxford Monthly Accountability and Co-Working Indie Oxford Monthly Accountability and Co-Working Session: September Edition✨ These sessions provide a space for indie business owners to come together, share plans for the month ahead and get support to achieve your goals. Each session will be a chance to: ✅ Reflect on wins and challenges from the past month ✅ Set intentions and goals for the month ahead ✅ Gain fresh preselected and ideas from fellow indies ✅ Build connections and accountability within the Indie Oxford community 📍Business and Intellectual Property Centre Oxfordshire (BIPC) 📆 2nd September ⏰ 10am- 11am: the co-working space can be used after until 5pm Come along and get inspired💜 🎟️ Free to attend for all Indie Oxford members 🎟️ Tickets available for non-members Head over to the Eventbrite link in our bio to get your tickets👆 #IndieOxford #SupportLocal #Oxford #DiscoverOxford #EventsOxford
    Indie Jobs in Oxford this August🥥 Looking for Indie Jobs in Oxford this August🥥 Looking for your next opportunity? Check out the latest job listings from our brilliant independent businesses across the county!🌸 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 the @independentoxford blog via the link in our bio to read the full piece🔗👆 #IndieOxford #Oxford #OxfordshireJobs #Oxfordshire #Independent #IndependentJobs #WorkLocal #SupportLocal
    Embrace the summer🌞🌞 If you are looking for Embrace the summer🌞🌞 If you are looking for somewhere to grab a bite and a drink whilst enjoying the sunshine, our latest blog piece ‘Indie Oxford Outdoor Dining Spots’ has all the inspiration you need!✨ Head to the link in our bio to read the full piece👆🔗 #IndieOxford #IndependentOxford #SummerInOxford #SummerGuideToOxford #WhereToEatOxford
    NEW INDIES!🤩 It is always a pleasure to have n NEW INDIES!🤩 It is always a pleasure to have new indies join our community and we thought we would introduce you to them- give them a follow and show some love☺️ ✨ @onanonclothing is a clothes selling service for busy people with good style. ✨ Rooted in culture, flavour and community, @spicedroots is a family-run Caribbean restaurant. ✨ @oxfordwoodrecycling is a social enterprise and a charity operating an environmental business which diverts wood waste from landfill. ✨ Dedicated to designing journals for the highest quality, @wykehams is a family-owened business. ✨ @taobeautyoxford is a welcoming, supportive and friendly beauty salon in the heart of Oxford city centre. ✨ @ox_two_ is a stylish small plates restaurant and wine bar in thre heart of Summertown. ✨ @luciagoldsmiths creates and repairs all aspects of any jeweellery needs from ring sizing and chain repair, to meeting old wanted gold into something new. ✨ @curiobookshop is a secondhand bookshop and cultural space, located downstairs at @commongroundoxford cafe and co-working. ✨ @kallkwikoxford offers a wide range of print and design services to your doorstep, on a time budget. #IndieOxford #SupportLocal #IndependentBusiness #Oxford #Oxfordshire #Indie
    Indie Events in Oxford this August🍹 There are Indie Events in Oxford this August🍹 There are a ton of things happening in Oxfordshire across August to keep you and the family busy. Whether you are looking for a family day out or want to get creative, our incredible indies have you sorted!🥹 Head over to the link in our bio to read the full August Indie Events blog👆🌞 #SupportLocal #OxfordEvents #WhatIsOnInOxford #August #Summer #Oxfordshire
    An Indie Summer💜 As we wait for the sunshine t An Indie Summer💜 As we wait for the sunshine to return, our Indie Oxford Summer Guide is now live on our blog!✨ Covering your summer must-haves and summer days out, head over to the link in our bio to read the full piece.👆🔗 #IndieOxford #IndependentOxford #SummerInOxford #SupportLocal #Oxford #SupportIndie #SummerGuideToOxford
    This is your sign to get your tickets for our Summ This is your sign to get your tickets for our Summer Party🌞🌞 Don’t miss out- grab your tickets NOW🎟️ 📆 Thursday 14th August 2025 🕣 18:00-20:00 📍Missing Bean Roastery on Magdalen Road 🎟️ £11.55 for Indie Oxford members 🎟️ £22.38 for Non-members Expect lots of fun & games, networking, a live DJ and much more- our latest blog piece has the full scoop on the agenda so head to the @independentoxford blog through the link in our bio!🐝 Or, head straight to the Eventbrite link in our bio to get your tickets 👆🎉 #IndieOxford #SupportLocal #SummerOxford #OxfordEvents
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