Old Marston Parish Council
@oldmarstonpc.bsky.social
Parish council for Old Marston in Oxford
Oxfordshire County Council will be holding their Christmas carol service on Monday 15th December 2025 starting at 18:30 at St Nicholas Church Old Marston. The event is free and you are all welcome.
December 10, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Oxfordshire County Council will be holding their Christmas carol service on Monday 15th December 2025 starting at 18:30 at St Nicholas Church Old Marston. The event is free and you are all welcome.
St Nicholas Church has lots of events over the Christmas period that you are invited to. Go to their Christmas page to find out more: stnicholasmarston.org.uk/christmas/
November 30, 2025 at 7:44 PM
St Nicholas Church has lots of events over the Christmas period that you are invited to. Go to their Christmas page to find out more: stnicholasmarston.org.uk/christmas/
The OPT recreational ground in Mill Lane, is managed by OMPC. OPT have said that they are open to having this space developed as a recreational facility. Have your say: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/mlr/ or email: play@oldmarston-pc.gov.uk. Also we would welcome anyone keen to get involved.
November 21, 2025 at 7:39 PM
The OPT recreational ground in Mill Lane, is managed by OMPC. OPT have said that they are open to having this space developed as a recreational facility. Have your say: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/mlr/ or email: play@oldmarston-pc.gov.uk. Also we would welcome anyone keen to get involved.
There will be a Christmas Bazaar organised by St Nicholas Church on Saturday 6th December 2025 from 10:00 to 12:00 at the church hall – entrance is free and all are welcome.
November 6, 2025 at 2:26 PM
There will be a Christmas Bazaar organised by St Nicholas Church on Saturday 6th December 2025 from 10:00 to 12:00 at the church hall – entrance is free and all are welcome.
St Nicholas Church are looking to recruit new members for their junior and adult choirs. Practice times on Wednesdays. Contact Lewis Moran: musicdirector@stnicholasmarston.org.uk
November 4, 2025 at 11:14 PM
St Nicholas Church are looking to recruit new members for their junior and adult choirs. Practice times on Wednesdays. Contact Lewis Moran: musicdirector@stnicholasmarston.org.uk
Parents of infant school children born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022 need to apply for an infant or primary school place for September 2026. To apply: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/schools/appl...
November 4, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Parents of infant school children born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022 need to apply for an infant or primary school place for September 2026. To apply: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/schools/appl...
Remembrance Service on Sunday 9th November 2025. After the act remembrance we will also be laying wreaths on the graves of the war dead in the Elsfield Road cemetery.
November 2, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Remembrance Service on Sunday 9th November 2025. After the act remembrance we will also be laying wreaths on the graves of the war dead in the Elsfield Road cemetery.
Fireworks Display at the Red Lion this Saturday starting 21:00. The parish council have paid for the fireworks so it is free and everyone is welcome.
November 2, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Fireworks Display at the Red Lion this Saturday starting 21:00. The parish council have paid for the fireworks so it is free and everyone is welcome.
The Repair Café will be back on Saturday 11th October 2025 from 2pm to 5pm at the church hall. It’s free – email repairmarston@gmail.com for more information or to book a slot.
September 19, 2025 at 7:11 PM
The Repair Café will be back on Saturday 11th October 2025 from 2pm to 5pm at the church hall. It’s free – email repairmarston@gmail.com for more information or to book a slot.
Marston Community Market will be back on Saturday 4th October 2025 from 10am to 1pm at Mortimer Hall. Lots of stalls, refreshments, food, arts, crafts and activities – all welcome.
September 19, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Marston Community Market will be back on Saturday 4th October 2025 from 10am to 1pm at Mortimer Hall. Lots of stalls, refreshments, food, arts, crafts and activities – all welcome.
Oxford Old People’s Day will be taking place at the town hall on Wednesday 1st October 2025 from 10am to 3pm. It’s free and open to all. There will be various stalls and information, a digital workshop and various activities.
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September 19, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Oxford Old People’s Day will be taking place at the town hall on Wednesday 1st October 2025 from 10am to 3pm. It’s free and open to all. There will be various stalls and information, a digital workshop and various activities.
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Marston W.I. will be holding and afternoon tea at St Nicholas church hall tomorrow (Saturday 20th September 2025) from 2pm to 4pm. All welcome. They are raising money for Marston Court. In addition there will be crafts and cards, a raffle and books and puzzles.
September 19, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Marston W.I. will be holding and afternoon tea at St Nicholas church hall tomorrow (Saturday 20th September 2025) from 2pm to 4pm. All welcome. They are raising money for Marston Court. In addition there will be crafts and cards, a raffle and books and puzzles.
There will be a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Mill Lane, for a new water connection on behalf of Thames Water from 14/10/20 to 17/10/25, for 24hrs daily. Limited access for emergency service vehicles and for frontages. Access will be maintained for cyclists and pedestrians.
August 13, 2025 at 9:13 PM
There will be a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Mill Lane, for a new water connection on behalf of Thames Water from 14/10/20 to 17/10/25, for 24hrs daily. Limited access for emergency service vehicles and for frontages. Access will be maintained for cyclists and pedestrians.
There have been a some instances of arson at the Orchard Triangle which was attended by the fire service. A tree stump has nearly collapsed and there is some damage to the bench. The parish council will be discussing the long term management of this recreational area at our September meeting.
August 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM
There have been a some instances of arson at the Orchard Triangle which was attended by the fire service. A tree stump has nearly collapsed and there is some damage to the bench. The parish council will be discussing the long term management of this recreational area at our September meeting.
Cherwell Drive/Marston Ferry Road will be closed from 22nd to 27th September between 19:30 and 06:00. This is to facilitate installation of new road layout including traffic signs, traffic islands and carriageway surfacing. To find out more download here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Cherwell_Dri...
August 9, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Cherwell Drive/Marston Ferry Road will be closed from 22nd to 27th September between 19:30 and 06:00. This is to facilitate installation of new road layout including traffic signs, traffic islands and carriageway surfacing. To find out more download here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Cherwell_Dri...
Below are some pictures from OxFest 2025 which was funded by the parish council. A big thanks to Martin and the team for organising and to Diana and the team at the Red Lion for hosting. www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/oxfest-2025/
August 4, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Below are some pictures from OxFest 2025 which was funded by the parish council. A big thanks to Martin and the team for organising and to Diana and the team at the Red Lion for hosting. www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/oxfest-2025/
Stories and Crafts: There is a free community event this Wednesday 6th August 10Am to 11:30AM at Mortimer Hall. There will be stories and junk modelling for primary school aged children and families. Just turn up. Any donations for the junk modelling welcome on the day. Organised by library service.
August 1, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Stories and Crafts: There is a free community event this Wednesday 6th August 10Am to 11:30AM at Mortimer Hall. There will be stories and junk modelling for primary school aged children and families. Just turn up. Any donations for the junk modelling welcome on the day. Organised by library service.
If you are looking for something to this Saturday 2nd August 2025 then there is OxFest which is running from 1PM to 10PM at the Red Lion. It is free and all are welcome. You can drop in and leave at any time.
August 1, 2025 at 8:06 PM
If you are looking for something to this Saturday 2nd August 2025 then there is OxFest which is running from 1PM to 10PM at the Red Lion. It is free and all are welcome. You can drop in and leave at any time.
There is a large part of Old Marston known as Marston Hamm. There is a large area of countryside along the River Cherwell. It was settled in Anglo-Saxon times. You can access it from the Victoria Arms next to the outside seating area. www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/marston-hamm/
July 14, 2025 at 8:56 PM
There is a large part of Old Marston known as Marston Hamm. There is a large area of countryside along the River Cherwell. It was settled in Anglo-Saxon times. You can access it from the Victoria Arms next to the outside seating area. www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/marston-hamm/
Youth Ambition will be running activities for young people from 28th July to 20th August at Northway Community Centre and other venues. Call 01865-607258 for details or book via QR code on poster.
July 9, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Youth Ambition will be running activities for young people from 28th July to 20th August at Northway Community Centre and other venues. Call 01865-607258 for details or book via QR code on poster.
And here is a video of the burst water pipe at the end of Mill Lane.
July 9, 2025 at 9:28 PM
And here is a video of the burst water pipe at the end of Mill Lane.
We have all been affected by the recent bust water main at the end of Mill Lane. A local resident has sent some pictures of the leak
July 9, 2025 at 9:27 PM
We have all been affected by the recent bust water main at the end of Mill Lane. A local resident has sent some pictures of the leak
St Nicholas Church Old Marston will be running their holiday club for children aged 5-11 on Monday 28th July 2025 from 09:30 to 16:00 meeting at the church. Go to their website for more information: stnicholasmarston.org.uk/holiday-club/
July 7, 2025 at 12:17 AM
St Nicholas Church Old Marston will be running their holiday club for children aged 5-11 on Monday 28th July 2025 from 09:30 to 16:00 meeting at the church. Go to their website for more information: stnicholasmarston.org.uk/holiday-club/
There are different ways of getting in touch with us and hearing about what is going on locally. Just download our poster for more information.
June 29, 2025 at 8:19 PM
There are different ways of getting in touch with us and hearing about what is going on locally. Just download our poster for more information.
This years OxFest Festival will taking place on 2nd August 2025 from 13:00 to 22:00 at the Red Lion. Entrance is free as it has been funded by the parish council and everyone is welcome. For more information please see attached poster or contact Martin on 07385 490991. Proceeds to charity.
June 29, 2025 at 7:39 PM
This years OxFest Festival will taking place on 2nd August 2025 from 13:00 to 22:00 at the Red Lion. Entrance is free as it has been funded by the parish council and everyone is welcome. For more information please see attached poster or contact Martin on 07385 490991. Proceeds to charity.