At a Special Council meeting tonight (5 November) our Councillors will discuss the submission of the Two Unitary Authority proposal. The formal decision will be made by Cabinet on 14 November.  More details can be found on these links https://orlo.uk/uHMq8 https://orlo.uk/9g38H #LGR #2UA

We're back on the road tomorrow with our Equalities Roadshow! We'll be in Abingdon Market Place from 8am-3pm so please come and say hi if you're there. As well as celebrating equality and talking about the services we provide we want to hear about what equality means to you.

Now Halloween is over, if your pumpkin can't be used for cooking or composting - simply leave it out whole, next to your bin, on your usual collection day during w/c 3 November, or cut it up and put it in your food bin. Just remember to remove any candles or decorations first!

Our proposal for two new unitary councils, created with four other councils, has the potential to save the most money of all the proposals for the area and create authorities that are big enough to be efficient but small enough to be responsive to communities. https://orlo.uk/TwoCouncils_miUlo

Don’t let your pumpkins turn into a post-Halloween nightmare! After the fright night fades, give them a second life—brew up devilishly delicious recipes and discover ghoulishly clever ways to banish waste. Dare to click the link … if you’re brave enough! https://orlo.uk/RKOA9

On Thursday 13 November, residents in Ridgeway Ward will be able to vote in their local district by-election. The candidates for the by-election have been confirmed. To find out who you can vote for, visit https://orlo.uk/WYXWq

This summer was a record breaker for Abbey Meadow outdoor pool in Abingdon with nearly 30,000 visitors coming to enjoy the facility! The Council and GLL will now review feedback and reports from the season and prepare for next year. Read the full story here: https://orlo.uk/tEd9d

Our Equalities Roadshow starts today! We're in Thame Market Place until 3pm and tomorrow we'll be visiting Wantage, come and see us in the Market Place from 8am. You can find out more about the roadshow on our website https://orlo.uk/aDNJK

Vale of White Horse District Council would like to wish a very happy Diwali to all those who are celebrating.

Every Halloween, millions of costumes vanish into waste after just one night of fright—that’s a real horror story! Summon your imagination and give old clothes a second life or pass them on. Find out more at https://orlo.uk/axMgW

We're going out on the road with our Equalities Roadshow starting on Tuesday 21 October. We'll be celebrating equality and diversity and being on hand to talk about our services and we want to hear from you. More details, including where we will be going in our press release https://orlo.uk/hqu1w

Brown bin permit holders! You can have extra garden waste collected for free, on your normal scheduled collection day only, between 27 October and 7 November. For more details - https://orlo.uk/RY5xf

Those old cables you’re holding onto are bursting with precious materials, just waiting to be unleashed! Put your old cables to good use - just put them in a tied bag with other unwanted small electricals and leave it next to your grey bin on your normal collection day.

Homelessness can impact anyone, whether it’s due to an unexpected eviction, a relationship breakdown or escaping abuse. That’s why we continue to do all we can to prevent it and help people access suitable, affordable housing. https://whitehorsedc.gov.uk/housing #WorldHomelessDay

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. This year's theme is 'access to services - mental health in catastrophes and emergencies'. The world is going through a tough time right now, and if you're feeling overwhelmed, we have details about organisations you can speak to https://orlo.uk/m17lb#WorldMentalHealthDay

Sign up now to join a free tour of one or our waste facilities and you will see how your waste is turned into energy to help power thousands of homes across Oxfordshire! We have a few spaces left for our tours on Thursday 23 October and Tuesday 11 November. Register now at https://orlo.uk/T1sOl

Stoptober starts today! You are doing the best thing you can for your health by quitting - and you don't need to do it alone. There are plenty of ways to get support, but the best way to get started is to get your free Personal Quit Plan here - https://orlo.uk/REE8e

It's #BlackHistoryMonth. We're marking this month to show our support for our black and ethnic minority staff and residents and to stand against discrimination. You can find out more about how we do this in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. https://orlo.uk/MzrfL#BlackHistoryMonth #Equality #Inclusion

Content warning: mentions suicide Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, it's a tough subject to talk about but that's why we're marking it, to raise awareness and encourage people to talk. Every chat, no matter how small can make a difference. www.whitehorsedc.gov.uk/vale-of-whit... #WSPD2025

A 90s rave like you've never experienced before! Mr Wilson's Second Liners will play all of your favourite 90s hits and bring the Hacienda Club vibes, but with all the style and swagger of a traditional New Orleans second line! 📆 Fri 7 Nov www.beaconwantage.co.uk/events/mr-wi... #AutumnSeason

Give your mind and body a full reset with our monthly Sound Bath workshops run by Sam Silvester. 🧠 Lie back and let the healing sounds and vibrations soothe you, starting Fri 19 Sep at 6.30pm 🔔 www.beaconwantage.co.uk/events/sound... #SoundBath #WhatsOnWantage #Relaxation #AdultClass

The season at Abbey Meadow outdoor pool in Abingdon has been extended until Sunday 7 September - and that's not all, Swim for Dogs returns on Monday 8 September 🐶 All Swims can be booked via the Better website and there's more info in our press release www.whitehorsedc.gov.uk/leisure/outd...

Two new classes are about to take centre stage! From September, join ten weeks of ballet or tap specially for adults. Adult Ballet – Mon 7.15-8pm 🩰 www.beaconwantage.co.uk/events/adult-ballet/ Adult Tap – Mon 8-8.45pm 🎩 www.beaconwantage.co.uk/events/adult-tap/ #AdultDance #AdultBallet #AdultTap

The panto is BACK in Wantage! (Oh yes, it is!) This year we welcome TaleGate Theatre Productions this year for 5 performances of Jack and the Beanstalk! 🌱🐮 Available to book on our website NOW! 🎄 www.beaconwantage.co.uk/events/jack-... #Panto #WhatsOnWantage #WhatsOnOxfordshire #Family

Have you picked up your brochure yet? 🤩 Our Autumn Season brochure is now in stock so you can view all our events in one place at your own convenience. Pick yours up from our box office today! #Autumn #AutumnSeason #LocalTheatre #Wantage #WantageArts #LiveMusic #Cinema

With the hot temperatures forecast over the next few days our splash pad in Wantage at the Manor Park Memorial Gardens is a great place to cool down! It's open every day over the summer from 10.30am-7pm 💦 #SummerInTheVale #KeepingCool #keepingcoolintheheat

Book now for free activities across South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse this summer. Family Fun Days, a huge range of sport and exercise sessions and much more. Join the summer of fun. Don't miss out! Just visit - southandvale.gov.uk/south-and-vale-holiday-activities

This week we're flying the Armed Forces Flag outside our offices in Abingdon, in support of our serving personnel, reservists, veterans and their families during Armed Forces Week and ahead of Armed Forces Day on Saturday 28 June. #ArmedForcesWeek #ArmedForcesSupporters

If you're feeling lonely, or know someone who is, there are plenty of simple actions you can take: 👉 Join a walking group 👉 Check out our Active Communities activities 👉 Take up a hobby 👉 Pop along to The Beacon Wantage, chat to the Brews & Books volunteers or join a class www.marmaladetrust.org

Little Mix are coming to Wantage, and they're bringing the POWER!!! Have you got the BLACK MAGIC to be a WOMAN LIKE ME and SALUTE the Little Mix Show girls?!?!👩‍🎤✌️ 📆 Sat 5 Jul 7.30pm #FamilyFun #Concert #NightOut #Music #LittleMix

The government has asked councils across the country to bring forward proposals for new council structures. A draft proposal launched today recommends: 🔹 Oxford & Shires Council – covering Cherwell, Oxford City, and West Oxfordshire And..

Throughout June we will be flying the Pride flag outside our offices in Abingdon in support of all our LGBTQ+ residents and colleagues, as we celebrate diversity and inclusivity during Pride Month. #Pride2025 #PrideMonth

Looking to get rid of bulky waste? If it’s still usable, rather than letting it go to waste why not see if it can be reused instead. You could make someone’s day or make some money, and you’ll help to reduce waste and help save the planet’s resources. Find out more at southandvale.gov.uk/reuse

Are you a #hospitality business looking for grant funding? 🔎 South Oxfordshire District Council and Vale of White Horse District Council will be opening the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) grant scheme. @southoxon.bsky.social @whitehorsedc.bsky.social

Due to the bank holiday, we’ll be emptying your bins a day later than normal next week.

Get active and join the excitement of half term next with a free family fun day, shows and more! Come along to the Abingdon Fun Day at White Horse Leisure & Tennis Centre and great events at The Beacon, Wantage and at Cornerstone in Didcot Find out more at southandvale.gov.uk/holidayactivities

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we’re celebrating community and saying thank you 💜 Our space is shaped by the people who use it, whether it's a class, a cuppa, a workshop or just to connect. Community is key to good mental health, and we’re proud to be a space where it happens 💫 #Community #Wantage

Let’s talk rubbish! We want to know what you think of our waste services, including household bin collections, street cleaning, our recycling information and waste reduction initiatives. Have your say now by completing our waste survey – southandvale.gov.uk/2025WasteSurvey

Today we celebrate Victory in Europe 80 years on, and we also remember those who made sacrifices and lost their lives to give us our freedom. #VEDay #VEDAY80 #VEDay80thAnniversary

Despite a welcome drop in the total number of fly-tips over the last year in the Vale, fly-tipping continues to be a significant issue across the South East. To help highlight the problem, one of our Enforcement officers recently took part in this ITV News Meridian report www.itv.com/watch/news/e...

We're flying the Union Flag outside our offices in Abingdon for the 80th anniversary of VE Day and events that will be taking place across the district to mark the occasion over the next week. #VEDay #VEDay80thAnniversary

Oxfordshire decides today. Don't forget to bring ID. Without it you can't vote in these local elections. Find details of where you can vote and what ID is accepted by checking out your polling card or getting online: whitehorsedc.gov.uk/countyCouncilElection #YourVoteMatters #OxfordshireDecides

Due to the bank holiday, we’ll be emptying your bins a day later than usual next week.

The county council election is almost here. If you’re voting in person on 1 May, remember you need to bring photo ID with you. Make sure you check you polling station before you set off to vote, just visit wheredoivote.co.uk For further info, see whitehorsedc.gov.uk/countycouncilelection

Competition time!🌟 Win 2 tickets to The Take That Experience and a drink for you and your concert companion! How to enter: 🎙️ Visit us at the Health and Wellbeing Event this Sat to put your name in the box. A name will be chosen on Mon 28 Apr! Full T&Cs here: www.beaconwantage.co.uk/terms-conditions/

Voting on 1 May? Don't forget you'll need to show valid photo ID. No ID? You can apply for free voter ID before 5pm tomorrow. Find out what is accepted and apply if you need to. www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-e... or visit whitehorsedc.gov.uk/CountyCouncilElection #OxfordshireDecides

Whether you're dining out with friends, enjoying a holiday takeaway, grabbing a bite on the go, or treating the family. Check the Food Hygiene Rating before you book or order to keep your Easter fun worry-free! Just visit ratings.food.gov.uk/

Sit back, relax and enjoy yourself - there’s plenty going on this week! Have some quiet time to create with the guidance of in-house tutor Eden Fay at Meditate and Create 🎨 Enjoy two cinema screenings, and maybe even a drink at the bar 🍻 #Film #Cinema #LocalCinema #Craft #ArtWorkshop #Wellbeing