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ghd Helios hair dryer praised as ‘fast, quiet’ and ‘professional’ is now £139.99

Designed for faster blow-dries and greater styling control, the Helios combines a powerful motor with focused airflow, ionic technology and a lightweight ergonomic design

The £14.44 Ryanair cabin bag with an expandable shoe compartment that reviewers love

Designed around Ryanair’s small cabin bag allowance, this compact holdall can also work as a weekend, gym or overnight bag thanks to its clever compartments

I tried the Sekonda Connect Smart Watch and it's a seriously stylish way to track my fitness

The Sekonda Connect Smart Watch combines a stylish traditional watch design with fitness tracking, phone notifications and Bluetooth calling, all for less than £100. I gave it a try.

Have any riders in Warwickshire qualified for the Horse of the Year Show?

If you are an Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire or Warwickshire rider and have qualified for the Horse of the Year Show, congratulations! We want to hear from you.

These broadband firms will give you up to £165 to switch providers

Vodafone switchers can claim a flexible £120 voucher, while rival providers are offering even larger rewards to customers willing to sign a new broadband contract

SE-Solicitors in Banbury ranked sixth most recommended law firm in the South East

SE-Solicitors in Banbury has been ranked sixth among the most recommended law firms in the South East in new analysis published by The Legal 500 UK.

Banbury United boss Langmead identifies ‘two positives’ ahead of Stourbridge clash

Despite being largely frustrated after Banbury United’s 3-2 defeat at Rushall Olympic, manager Kelvin Langmead has identified two positives ahead of this weekend’s meeting with Stourbridge.

The £12.99 EasyJet cabin bag reviewers say holds more than an average rucksack

This compact foldable duffel is designed to fit under an EasyJet seat and can also double up as an overnight, gym or hospital bag

Pinea Pi to launch first edge AI node

Pinea Pi will launch its first edge AI node on Kickstarter in late September

Family fun day to be held at 5,000-year-old stone circle near Chipping Norton this weekend

The roughly 5,000-year-old Rollright Stones near Chipping Norton will host a family fun day on Bank Holiday Monday, August 31.

Live Review: The Prodigy celebrate triumphant return to The National Bowl with Warrior’s Dance festival

It was a stunning return to The National Bowl for The Prodigy on Saturday, who – along with some of the biggest names in dance – proved yet again that more than three decades into their career, they remain untouchable.

I've organised my home in the prettiest and most practical way with Online Home Shop (cloned)

I wanted to get my home organised without filling it with boring storage boxes, and these affordable pink bow-print finds from Online Home Shop have provided a much prettier solution.

A cleaning advent calendar has been launched for Christmas 2026 for the obsessively house-proud

For people who are particularly house proud, there’s an alternative to the advent calendars we’ve come to expect this year - a cleaning advent calendar.

The 'best' men's fragrance is now on sale - and the 100ml is just over £3 more than the 50ml version

The 100ml Azzaro fragrance combines red ginger, glowing toffee, bourbon vanilla and earthy woods, while one customer praises its classy scent and long-lasting performance

Review: I upgraded my mattress to the Panda Hybrid Bamboo Mattress and it solved my biggest sleep problem

I wanted a mattress that combined the cushioning comfort of memory foam with the support of pocket springs. After a month on the Panda Hybrid Bamboo Mattress, here are my thoughts on if it met my needs or not.

The £16.99 backpack designed for work, university and Ryanair travel

Designed to fit beneath an airline seat while offering space for a laptop, clothes and everyday essentials, this versatile rucksack could cover everything from lectures to weekend trips

Top women's waterproof jackets to keep you dry through autumn rain - from Columbia, Decathlon and more

From lightweight packable shells to a warm jacket designed for temperatures as low as -10°C, these are four women's waterproof jackets to consider for autumn.

Review: Neal’s Yard’s luxury Frankincense range left my skin more hydrated - and it’s now up to 30% off

Neal’s Yard Remedies’ Frankincense Intense range promises luxurious age-defying skincare, but does it deliver? I added four products to my routine, alongside two of the brand’s beautifully scented handcare favourites.

Award-winning Banbury musician takes helm of local community choir

An award-winning local musician has recently taken on the role as director of a village community choir near Banbury.

New home energy system promises bigger savings and smarter energy use

Anew energy storage system in the UK, designed to help homeowners make better use of solar power, manage energy-hungry appliances and become more energy independent, has been launched.

Banbury’s Cherwell Strollers clinch walking football silverware against the odds

Banbury-based walking football club Cherwell Strollers are the new Thames Valley Cup champions after an underdog tournament victory earlier this month.

Brits ditch exercising after 33 days - as rest days often skipped

Fitness goals fall by the wayside after an average of 33 days, according to research.

Blessed George Napier students celebrate GCSE success

Blessed George Napier School students have celebrated their GCSE results success.

The clever new home gadget that could help households save more on energy bills

A new home battery has launched in the UK promising to make solar power storage simpler, smaller and more accessible for households.

Banks and fintechs team up in major move for faster global payments

A major banking partnership is set to make moving money across borders smoother, faster and more reliable.

Banbury venue’s popular charity music festival to return for its 10th year

A popular Banbury music festival, which raises vital funds for Katharine House Hospice, is set to return for its 10th year later this month.

The salt and sulphate free shampoo and conditioner duo helping keep hair soft

With two generous 500ml bottles and a formula designed for processed hair, this NYK1 duo could help extend the life of salon treatments while keeping hair soft and manageable

New fridge and freezer recycling restrictions introduced for Banbury residents

Banbury residents have been limited in the number of fridges and freezers they can take to recycling centres under new restrictions introduced by Oxfordshire County Council.

The £13 VECAVE backpack could be a practical back-to-school or university buy

With space for a laptop, books, drinks and everyday essentials, this versatile VECAVE rucksack could help students get organised before the new academic year

Banbury's Horton Hospital unveils 'improved' maternity department after £115,000 upgrade

The maternity outpatient department at Banbury’s Horton General Hospital has undergone a £115,000 upgrade.

Tudor Hall students celebrate after achieving excellent GCSE results

Tudor Hall‘s girls have celebrated some excellent GCSE results today (August 20).

Kingham Hill School celebrates record results

It has been another day of celebration at Kingham Hill School near Chipping Norton as the community shared in the success of its Year 11 pupils.

Students at Banbury and Bicester College celebrate their successful GCSE exam results

Students at Banbury and Bicester College are celebrating after receiving their GCSE results today (August 20).

GCSE students at North Oxfordshire Academy secure host of top grades

Students at North Oxfordshire Academy are celebrating their GCSE results today, building on the school’s success at A Level and BTEC last week.

As a first-time camper, these are 11 things I packed that I found made life easier (cloned)

I was a nervous first time camper, but I soon found that right gear made it much easier. From a spacious tent to a comfortable air mattress, these are the buys I took with me that I think are worth buying.

Banbury RUFC celebrates its growing impact across the local community

Banbury Rugby Union Football Club is celebrating the impact of its community programme after a year which has seen thousands of people from Banbury and the surrounding villages benefit from initiatives delivered both at the Graf UK Stadium and across the wider Banbury area.

Banbury United confirm surprise departure of promising talent to Oxfordshire neighbours

Max Fuller has left Banbury United to join fellow Oxfordshire outfit North Leigh on a permanent basis.

‘It could have put me in hospital’: Neighbours of deteriorating Banbury canal bridge call for action

A couple who live next to a crumbling Banbury canal bridge have called for urgent action to be taken after narrowly avoiding falling debris on several occasions.

Andy Willis “People’s Champion” Finalist in the Dyslexia Awards 2026

Andy Willis BCAv, Head of Information, Advice and Wellbeing and Patron at Banburyshire Advice Centre has been selected as a Finalist for the Dyslexia Awards 2026.