Wantage Town Council

02/09/2026

Small changes really can make a big difference.
This September we'll be sharing ideas for some small swaps to help you:
£ Save money
♻ Save waste
🌿 Help to keep our communities clean and create better places for everyone.
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02/09/2026

🎄 The ‘ber’ months are officially here… which can only mean one thing, Christmas will be here before we know it!

Despite this summer’s relentless heatwaves, plans for our Wantage Artisan Christmas Market are already well underway - and now we need YOUR help!

We’re looking for local businesses to sponsor this year’s event. With sponsorship packages available to suit a range of budgets, it’s a great opportunity to support a much-loved local event while getting your business in front of the Wantage community.

Interested in finding out more? Get in touch with our team at [email protected] to find out about our sponsorship packages. 🎅✨

02/09/2026

🌧️ New website for Wantage & Grove Flood Group

The Wantage & Grove Flood Group now has a new website, providing residents with updates and information about the Group and its work.

The site will continue to develop as the Group grows!

Visit the Wantage & Grove Flood Group website here: https://www.wantageandgrovefloodgroup.org/

01/09/2026

Remember, as it's a bank holiday week we are emptying your bins a day later than usual until 5 September.

28/08/2026

Oxfordshire County Council is hosting two online information sessions for anyone who would like to find out more about the upcoming traffic filter trial.

The sessions will explain how the trial will work, the permits available and provide an opportunity to ask questions.

📅 Tuesday 8 September | 6–7pm
📅 Monday 14 September | 6–7pm

You can sign up to receive a reminder and submit questions in advance.

👉 Find out more and register: https://letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/traffic-filters

Join one of our online information sessions to find out more about the traffic filter trial.

We’ll explain how the trial will work, talk through the permits available and answer your questions.

📅 Tuesday 8 September, 6pm to 7pm
📅 Monday 14 September, 6pm to 7pm

Sign up if you’d like a reminder and the chance to send questions before the event. Find out more: https://letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/traffic-filters-public-information-event

If you can’t make the sessions and would like to be kept up to date, sign up to our resident newsletter: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/youroxfordshire

28/08/2026

📬 You’ve got mail!

The latest edition of the Wantage Town Council E-newsletter has landed this week!

Packed with the latest local news, updates, events and things happening around Wantage.

Not signed up yet? Why not? Sign up today and make sure you never miss an update!: https://wantagetowncouncil.gov.uk/e-newsletter/

26/08/2026

The Alfred Flier is launching! 🚌

We’re excited to announce the launch of the Alfred Flier (BP1) – a new local shuttle bus that will link Grove Business Park and the Town Centre with wider parts of Wantage and Grove.

The service will officially launch on Tuesday 1 September, providing a convenient new way for local residents to travel to and from the Business Park, Monday - Friday.

To see the full press release please see here: https://wantagetowncouncil.gov.uk/new-alfred-flier-bus-service-launches-in-wantage-and-grove/

Want to find out more about the service, including the timetable and route?

👉 Find more information here: https://wantagetowncouncil.gov.uk/alfred-flier-shuttle-service/

Please share and help us spread the word!

26/08/2026

Free electric blanket testing in Wantage is on Friday 9th October 👇