My Oxton

Way back in February 2012 the Oxton Social Committee (OSC) met for the last time – yes, it was that long ago! I wasn’t involved with the OSC due to Parish Council commitments but I have decided to attempt to ‘resurrect’ the Committee with a view to organising social events for the village. Village Halls … Continue reading →

Sunday 9th December saw more than 20 parents & children taking part in a charity Santa run in Newark.  Everyone dressed in Father Christmas outfits to complete the 2 km course around Sconce and Devon Park.  The run was in aid of Reach, a charity supporting people with learning difficulties. What great fun it would … Continue reading →

Fancy exercising your vocal chords? We’re a very friendly bunch so why not come along and join other Oxtonians for a jolly good Christmas carol sing song. Other like minded people will be meeting in the village hall car park at 5:15pm on Christmas Eve and then after an hour of caroling will head off … Continue reading →

The children of Oxton (overseen by parents) have been out again planting daffodils.  This year they have planted bulbs along the hedges at Elmcroft and the paddock opposite Ye Olde Bridge Inn.  Thanks go to Oxton Parish Council who kindly financed this year’s bulbs and also to Michelle Mean who came up with the idea and organised … Continue reading →

11 November 2018 will mark 100 years to the day since the guns fell silent at the end of the First World War. Across the country, over 1200 beacons will be lit as part of ‘Battle’s Over’ – a tribute to the millions who were lost or who participated in the war, whether on the battlefield … Continue reading →