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his baby and buried her in his uncle’s Didcot grave last year. He pleaded not guilty to murder but has admitted manslaughter at Oxford Crown Court. Nurse Cally Brinsley, head of the prison’s outpatients department told the jury Blakeley was placed on a 24-hour watch and was not allowed to watch TV or read newspapers. She said: “We found somebody very vulnerable and could cause

“During the review of Ben’s health and wellbeing he did say to me ‘I told them where the shovels were. I got really drunk I never wanted this to happen. If I could take it back I would’. “After I told him to stop (talking) Ben said ‘Can I have a TV now?’, as he had given some information and wanted a reward. “I told him that he couldn’t.” The jury also heard that in his prison Bible Blakeley kept two newspaper cuttings about Jayden’s death - probably given to him by other inmates. He had also written on the Bible’s inside back cover: ‘RIP baby, I will miss you always, I’m sorry xxx I’m sorry, sorry’. A post-mortem into Jayden’s death revealed she died from pressure to the neck. Jayden was found in a grave at All Saints’ Church in Didcot on December 11 over a week after she went missing. A 17-year-old, who cannot be named, admits perverting the course of justice but denies preventing a lawful burial. The trial continues.

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harm to themselves and others, so we found a cell that has nothing inside that they can use to harm themselves.” Matthew Walsh, prosecuting, asked: “Did he say anything about whether he did or did not want to be on constant watch?” Ms Brinsley replied: “He was not very happy about being on constant watch because he wanted a television. “He wanted to watch himself on the news. That was all he spoke about. “He was very jovial in his behaviour. At one point he did shout down the corridor ‘I’m a celebrity now Miss’.” This sparked a reaction from Blakeley who left the court dock on his own accord after shouting: “******** you are lying. Why are you going to make stuff up like that?” Ms Brinsley told the court Blakeley would try to bargain for a TV by offering to tell her information about Jayden. She said: “There were different conversations and they would all lead to him having a television.

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Fight on for later demolition time LEADERS in South Oxfordshire have called for the 3am to 5am timeline for the demolition of Didcot’s cooling towers to be revised. Energy company RWE npower last week announced a demolition date of July 27 and the early timescale for the three southern towers to be blown up. The timing means residents wanting to see the blow down will have to get up very early or stay up all night. Didcot MP Ed Vaizey sent a letter expressing his concerns. “The towers have been the major landmark locally for decades, so there is tremendous interest in their disappearance,” he said. Mr Vaizey added that the early timing is “to do with the need to close the railway line” and has asked for the demolition to be delayed to at least 6am. He continued: “My understanding is that the fi rst passenger trains reach Didcot at around 8.30am. “Unless the concern is the prevalence of dust, or freight trains, I cannot see a reason not to delay the explosion to a time when more people can watch it.” Mr Vaizey also asked for a countdown clock to be projected onto the cooling towers. Npower’s decision has also angered South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Council’s figurehead David Buckle.

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The chief executive of the two councils promised to write to npower to ask them to reconsider the time period. Mr Buckle said: “Didcot Power Station is a landmark of huge importance for people around here, offering a real sense of location and local identity. “It’s therefore very disappointing that the demolition of the fi rst set of towers will take place at such an early hour, meaning that many, including children and many adults who have only known Didcot with the towers, will not be able to witness this historic occasion. “I will be asking RWE npower

whether they are prepared to have another look at this.” An online petition to delay the demolition until 6am has attracted over 1,800 signatures. Didcot resident Christine Reardon set up the petition and plans to present it to npower next week. She said: “Some of us have lived with the towers on our doorsteps for the last 40 years. “Demolishing them whilst it is dark robs us of our chance to say a fi nal goodbye. “We are stakeholders in this project, yet our voice has been ignored.” An exclusion zone will be in place around the cooling towers during the demolition. Purchas Road and Milton

Road will also be temporarily closed. Npower confi rmed that no residential properties are included in the exclusion zone. Spokeswoman Kelly Brown said: “The exact time of the controlled demolition was determined by a number of factors including pre-demolition inspections, safety checks, weather and all relevant stakeholders being ready, including police, Network Rail and traffic management.” The announcement came a day after fi refighters fi nished battling a blaze in part of the decommissioned site. The fi re at the industrial transformer took fi refighters 21 hours to quash. Nobody was injured.

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Bid to block future chance of fracking in county rejected AN ATTEMPT by a Green councillor to stop fracking has been blocked by the county council. David Williams, leader of the Green Group on Oxfordshire County Council, has had his motion to stop hydraulic fracking for shale gas extraction turned down by legal officers. The county council said it could not make a decision not to consider applications to frack for methane gas. Cllr Williams moved an amendment to a motion on the agenda for Tuesday’s council meeting, suggesting there should be a debate about the method of shale gas extraction. A clause was also inserted, stating that until a debate was held the council would not issue any licenses to use fracking in future mineral extraction. Cllr Williams said he was disappointed with the legal judgement. He added: “It will not stop us fighting against this process as it’s inherently dangerous and could do great damage to

Oxfordshire.” Spokesperson Martin Crabtree said: “The county council does not issue licenses, it is the government. “As far as we are aware the government has not had any applications for fracking. “The only involvement we would have is if there is a planning application for drilling but that would come under a normal application.” However, the matter of fracking was discussed at Tuesday’s county council meeting. Labour councillor John Sanders, who represents Cowley, put forward a motion to carry out a ‘Themed Debate’ on fracking in the near future.

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Half a million appeal for children’s hospice A FAMILY supported by the “vital” services of Oxford’s children’s hospice have called for help raising £500,000 for a revamp of the building. Helen House has launched a bid to raise £500,000 by the end of summer to finish a revamp of their facilities. Kay and Andy Lyon, from Wootton, near Abingdon, visit the Magdalen Road hospice for respite care for two-year-old daughter Sienna. Sienna, who is sister to Jamie, 10, and Ella, eight, was born with a severely disabling and rare form of epilepsy. Mrs Lyon said: “Helen House is such a wonderful place which we enjoy coming to as a family, giving us vital help and support. “The nurses are so welcoming and accepting of Sienna. They are sensitive to the needs of our family and in that way it feels a lot like coming home.” The hospice was the world’s first children’s hospice when it opened in 1982. Helen House and partner hospice for young people Douglas House has already received

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£436,000 from NHS England for the work, and has raised £500,000 through fundraising since the revamp plans were announced at the end of 2013. They include a new reception area, refurbishing the play and therapy rooms, building a new classroom teaching area, and improving the kitchen. Mrs Lyon added: “Helen House is now over 30-yearsold, so it does need updating with improvements including piped oxygen in all the rooms and wider corridors so modern wheelchairs and beds can be moved around.” A £10 donation buys a roof tile for the build, £25 buys a brick for the walls, and £50 powers Helen House for a day. Lindsey Rennard, from Helen & Douglas House, said: “We would like to thank everyone who has made a donation so far to the Helen House Refurbishment Appeal. “But we do need to raise the

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OXFORD: Organisations in Headington are being reminded to apply for funding to help their employees travel in a more sustainable way. Oxfordshire County Council is offering grants to businesses to encourage their workers to walk, cycle, use public transport or share lifts The application process is currently open, and ends on August 1. For more information, go to oxfordshire.gov.uk/businesstravelgrants.

Freedom of city OXFORD: The Honorary Freedom of the City was due to be handed to Ashmolean Museum director Professor Christopher Brown last night as the Guardian went to press. The motion was to be heard at an Oxford City Council meeting at Oxford Town Hall from 5pm. If carried, the Lord Mayor Mohammed Abbasi will present a scroll to Prof Brown to confer the freedom. Prof Brown is due to retire in September after 16 years as head of the Beaumont Street museum. • (From left) Andy, Sienna, Ella, Kay and Jamie Lyon are calling for donations towards Helen House’s refurbishment final £500,000 by the end of the shire can enjoy the most up-to- To make a donation go to summer to complete the work to date facilities when they come helenanddouglas.org.uk, or call 01865 799150. ensure our families from Oxford- and stay with us.”

New city edition of Oxfordshire Guardian joins the band MORE copies of the Oxfordshire Guardian hit the streets of Oxford today with the launch of a new city edition. After months of planning and in response to our readers, publishers Taylor Newspapers - of the Guardian series and group - have rested the Oxford Journal newspaper in favour of the Oxfordshire Guardian and increased circulation to include the city of Oxford. But we are not saying goodbye to the Oxford Journal. Its presence will still be recognised as the oldest free newspaper in the country and remains fi rmly part of our stable of titles by sharing the Oxford

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City flasher OXFORD: A man exposed himself to a woman walking her dog in Jackdaw Lane last week. Police are searching for the man after the incident on June 17 at around 12.30pm.\ He is described as being in his mid to late 20s, with short shaved hair and tanned skin. Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Angela Potter from Cowley police station on 101.

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Decision due on Green Belt housing in Oxford CONTROVERSIAL plans to build thousands of homes on land off Grenoble Road could take a step forward tonight. A report by Oxford City Council to be heard at a meeting in Oxford Town Hall recommends progressing with the plans for up to 4,000 homes on an area the size of 136 football pitches. Oxford City Council wants to build the houses in Green Belt south-east of Oxford on South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) land. The report recommends city council officers to launch negotiations with landowners for the 166-hectare site – of which the council owns 35 hectares. A decision by the City Executive Board, headed by the leader of Oxford City Council Bob Price, is due to be made to either approve or reject the report at the meeting from 5pm. Cllr Price said: “It is an excellent site, well served by transport routes and community facilities and is very sustainable being close to where the jobs in Oxfordshire are found.” But SODC has opposed the plans and as far back as 2009 vowed to take the matter to High Court to fight the proposals.

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SODC’s cabinet member for planning Angie Paterson said: “While we appreciate that the leader of Oxford City Council has aspirations to develop this area, it is important to remember that the land is in South Oxfordshire.” The city council need to build 30,000 new homes by 2031 and estimates there is only capacity for 7,000 to 8,000 in Oxford. Director of the Oxfordshire branch of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE), Helen Marshall, argued with increasing housing need comes an urgency to protect the Green Belt. She said: “We see it as a cynical move by the city council. She added: “There is very little point of having a Green Belt if you are going to build on it as soon as you get the chance.” The council report, by executive director of regeneration and housing David Edwards, states: “Our assessment is that quality of the area is poor and it is appropriate to review Green Belt boundaries.”

Post Office launches longer hours FIREFIGHTERS who helped extinguish the blaze at Kidlington’s Co-Operative store last year were on hand to launch the extended opening hours for the Post Office within the shop last Friday. A full renovation of the shop was completed last year following the fi re, before the Post Office moved into the store in May. The fi refighters were joined by local residents, representatives from Kidlington Parish Council and the Oxfordshire Federation of Women’s Institutes for the launch. It had previously been based in Oxford Road. Clare Downs, head of Post Offices and services at The Midcounties Co-Operative, said: “Its new convenient location is ideal for residents, who are now able to do their shopping and Post Office transactions in one place. “We were really pleased with the turnout

and it was a great way to mark the occasion, especially welcoming back the fi re service.” Adrian Skinner, Post Office area manager, added: “We understand how important having a Post Office is to residents in Kidlington.

“This is part of a major investment programme, and marks a commitment to no more branch closures.” The Kidlington branch is now open from 7am to 10pm Mondays to Saturdays, and from 10am to 4pm on Sundays.

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Road collision OXFORD: Wolvercote Roundabout was closed on Monday morning after a collision between a truck, van and car. It happened at around 11.25am, and was shut for approximately two hours.

Cancellation OXON: Healthwatch Oxfordshire has cancelled its conference with the community and voluntary sector that had been scheduled for next Wednesday. The conference had been due to take place at The King’s Centre in Osney Mead, Oxford, but fewer than expected booking numbers led to it being postponed until the autumn.

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Glider crash UFFINGTON: A glider who crashed into White Horse Hill escaped injury last Sunday. Police were called at about 1.47pm after the fi xed wing glider crash-landed. Paramedics and fi refighters also attended the scene. Inspector Rachel Patterson said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;There were quite a few tourists at the scene and I would like to thank everyone for their assistance while the emergency services did their work and helped the pilot.â&#x20AC;?

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Oxford â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;leading the wayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with green projects across the city THE Minister of State for Transport, Baroness Susan Kramer, has said she was â&#x20AC;&#x153;very pleasedâ&#x20AC;? with measures Oxford City Council had taken to improve air quality. Baroness Kramer made the comment as part of a visit to the city on Monday to speak with councillors and staff about what was being done to reduce emissions. She visited the eCar club in Summertown, Thornhill Park and Ride to see the county councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cycle hire scheme, and Cut-

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teslowe Park to fi nd out more about the city councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fleet of electric vehicles. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very focused on getting low emission and ultra-low emission vehicles used widely in the country, and Oxford in many ways has been leading the way,â&#x20AC;? said Baroness Kramer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Its green buses and hybrid bus schemes are important from a cutting carbon perspective,

SCAS meeting OXON: South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) is inviting Oxfordshire residents to meet with the trustâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public governors at Blewburyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sports Pavilion this month. Governors will be available to speak to residents about the service, as well as their role in the health service. SCAS governor Mike Shread said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is important our rural communities are represented and kept updated.â&#x20AC;? The meeting on July 15 starts from 6.30pm.

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â&#x20AC;˘ (From left) Cllr David Nimmo Smith, skilled gardener Keith Johnson, Ian Thompson, Cllr John Tanner and Baroness Susan Kramer discuss transport at Cutteslowe Park

but also in improving air quality in Oxford itself, which is a very important goal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a broader picture. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve put ÂŁ6.8million into the A34/M40 junction and ÂŁ1.3m into junction 10 of the M40, so thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot to do outside of the work I came to look at.â&#x20AC;? John Tanner, city council board member for a Cleaner, Greener Oxford, hopes that Baroness Kramerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visit will lead to extra Government funding for Oxford. He said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m thrilled that Baroness Kramer has come because it shows the government is giving their support for the low carbon, low pollution strategy weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been pursuing here in Oxford. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a much cleaner atmosphere than we used to have, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good, but we need to go further. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to make the air even cleaner, and again we would like government to support that, so I hope that Susan Kramer will go back to Whitehall and look down the sofa, and fi nd Oxford some more money.â&#x20AC;? Ian Thompson, parks operational manager for the city council, added: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hopefully the council will go for more funding, which brings our costs down as well as getting more environmentallyfriendly vehicles.â&#x20AC;?

MPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner Andrew Smith MP for Oxford East IT was a privilege last week to be at the flag-raising event at Oxford Castle in support of our armed services, to mark the week leading up to the annual national Armed Forces Day last Saturday. It is important to reflect on all that we owe to those who put their lives on the line in our defence, and it was good to see senior representatives of the armed forces community in Oxfordshire join with cadets from across the county to take part in these important commemorative events. This is a particularly important event for Oxfordshire, which plays host to large numbers of military personnel. The week also saw the House of Commons debate on the commemoration of World War One. Speaking in the debate, I said I want to take this opportunity to place on record my profound respect for all those from Oxfordshire and beyond who served and suffered, along with their families, during the First World War. As is evident from so many

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News Bites Theft from a boat WALLINGFORD: An iPad was stolen from a boat outside a Wallingford pub on June 15 and 16. The incident happened between 12pm and 2.30pm while the craft was moored outside the Boat House Pub, High Street. Police are reminding people to remove all items from inside their boats before leaving them unoccupied.

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“We are pleased that Ofsted has found that children’s social services are strong and effective. “They make a real difference to the lives of the most vulnerable children and young people in Oxfordshire.” The council was also praised for its work in tackling child sexual exploitation, especially in the aftermath of Operation Bullfi nch, which saw seven men jailed last year. Together with Thames Valley Police, the council set up the Kingfisher Team to investigate exploitation offences in the county. Melinda Tilley, cabinet member

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watering these should be a high priority • Herbaceous perennials often need watering to boost their performance in hot, dry spells. Plant choice is crucial if you want to achieve a drought-proof border. Drought resistant plants include cordyline, hebe, lavender, Verbena bonariensis, eryngium, euphorbia, diascia, cosmos, gazania, nemesia and, of course, pelargoniums. Many droughttolerant plants have silver or grey-green leaves, their light leaf colour reflecting the harsh rays of the sun. • The yields and quality of vegetables and fruit are greatly improved by watering at times when drought stress would affect the part of the plant that is gathered. Leafy crops such as lettuce and spinach should never be short of water. Onions require little or no water-

ing. Most other crops need watering at sowing and transplanting time, and then again as the fruits, roots or tubers are developing. It is also a good idea to give a single, thorough watering about two weeks before harvest • Lawns require great quantities of water for thorough irrigation, but instead of watering in dry periods, mow less closely and less frequently. Brown patches usually recover when the autumn rains return. • Mulching with a layer of organic matter or gravel at least 5cm (2in) thick reduces moisture loss from the upper layers of the soil. Less than 3% of the annual water consumption of an average household is estimated to be from garden use, but at peak times as much as 70% of water supplied may be used in gardens. Even in dry districts, 24,000 litres (5,280 gallons or 150 water butts) could be collected from the roof each year, says the RHS.

Sean Laverick of the Homebase Garden Academy advises waterwise gardeners to store their water in water butts and invest in a water butt pump which enables you to use your hose with a water butt. “Most garden watering should be aimed specifically at the stem bases beneath the foliage canopy, leaving the surrounding soil dry,” he says. “This helps to limit weed problems and ensures all the water goes where it is needed.” If you are short of time, invest in seep hoses, which have holes in them to deliver water accurately to established plants and plants in rows. They can be hidden beneath soil or mulch, which also avoids evaporation losses and work best on heavy soil where the water

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A comic Rod Stewart show AN EVENING of Rod Stewart music joins a comedic theatre production for Tonight’s The Night, coming to Oxford’s New Theatre from Monday. Written by comedian Ben Elton, the show follows the story of Stuart and Mary, who are both in love with each other but don’t realise. Stu discovers that Mary is a big Rod Stewart fan, so does a deal with the devil to trade his soul with the legendary singer. But despite fi nding success as a rock star, Stu realises he can’t fi nd true love as another person, and that there can only be one Rod Stewart. “It’s a journey through Rod’s greatest hits,” said Jenna Lee-James, who plays Mary in the production. “We’ve been all round the country, and it goes down great, everyone loves it. “It’s not a tribute, it’s just a great evening of Rod Stewart songs, with a bit of a story, and there’s loads of comedy that goes on as well. It is a really fun night out.”

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More than 20 classic songs feature in Tonight’s The Night, including ‘Maggie May’, ‘Do Ya Think I’m Sexy’ and ‘Baby Jane’. Jenna - a We Will Rock You star - said the show is different to anything she has worked on before. “We Will Rock You is written by Ben Elton, so I’ve known his work previously,” Jenna added. “Knowing Ben’s work I get his humour, and it’s very different to anything I’ve played before. “Mary’s not really your rock chick, which is what I’ve done previously. “She evolves from this geeky kid into a woman.” The show runs from Monday until July 12. For more information go to newtheatreoxford.org.uk. • Jenna Lee-James as Mary and Ben Heathcote as Stu

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RETURN to Homs, a new documentary about the revolution in Syria, is at Oxford’s Phoenix Picturehouse on Sunday. The film follows the story of a 19-year-old goalkeeper-turned-insurgent, and won the World Cinema Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. The showing will be followed by a Q&A with director Talal Derki.

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TIME-TRAVELLING magic duo Morgan and West return to Oxford on Tuesday with new show ‘Parlour Tricks’. The pair claim to have met in Oxford in the late 19th century. They will be performing their mix of illusions and tricks at the Burton Taylor Studio in Beaumont Street at 8pm.

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MICHAEL Law and the Piccadilly Revellers come to Didcot this weekend for an evening of swing music at the Cornerstone. The six-piece band stars Michael with Louise Cookman on vocals and Enrico Tomasso on trumpet, piano and double bass. The show begins at 8pm. Go to cornerstone-arts.org to book.

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CLASSICAL accordion player Paul Chamberlain is bringing his unique skills to Headington’s Holy Trinity Church on Saturday. The nationwide tour is promoting his new album ‘Accordion Sensations’, released last Sunday. His debut album ‘Classical Accordion’ was released to critical acclaim in 2011. The new tour is set to feature performances from both albums. “I’ve put together this tour of concerts this summer to coincide with the new CD,” said Paul. “It’s going to be a solo accordion concert with a whole mixture of music, and smaller pieces ranging from Back to Rameau. “There’s quite a wide range of music to suit all tastes – nothing too extreme, nothing too contemporary.” It starts at 7.30pm. For more information go to ents24.com

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LtcD SOs The property is well presented & offers: lounge, diner, kitchen, two bedrooms, en-suite to master & family bathroom. Externally the property offers surrounding gardens with decked area & parking on a drive.

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LtcD SOs An attractive detached property offering great access to the ring road, local hospitals & bus routes.

Masons Road

Well proportioned two bedroom flat within the Oxford ringroad. The property offers, lounge/diner, kitchen, bedroom one & two and bathroom.

Oxford

£475,000

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Well presented one double bedroom flat with lounge/diner, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and hobby room. The property would be ideal as a starter home or as an investment. Energy Rating: C.

Headley Way

£450,000

Retirement property, located on the ground floor of the popular London Court development. The site offers a 24 hour emergency careline system & house manager. Energy Rating: C.

Collinwood Road

£325,000

A unique opportunity to purchase a great family home in a prime location, offering period features and potential to convert the loft (subject to planning) to mirror neighbouring properties.

Merewood Avenue

£470,000

LtcD SOs

Located within walking distance of the John Radcliffe hospital. This property has an H.M.O license for four people and would be ideal for a family and investors alike.

Bulan Road

£320,000

Connells Estate Agents of Headington are pleased to present to the market this three bedroom semi-detached property in Risinghurst.

Broad Oak

01865 763501 137a London Road headington@connells.co.uk

Oxford

£350,000

LtcD SOs

LtcD SOs Investment Opportunity. Offered with tenants in situ until July. The property has an HMO for 4 people, is located in a prime location for lettings, close to the Headington hospitals & Brookes University.

£275,000

Well presented semi detached property with loft conversion, attached garage and side access. No onward chain.

Well presented family home located in a quiet cul-de-sac next to Magdalen Wood. Ideal for first time buyers and people looking for a property to move into with no renovation. Energy Rating: D.

Headington OX3 9HZ

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY. Offered with NO CHAIN. Situated near local hospitals and backing on to Magdalen Wood. This property would also be suitable for anyone looking to up size.

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Headington Old Road

£450,000

Aysgarth Road

£400,000

Windmill Road

Downside Road

£290,000

A substantial detached three bedroom bungalow well positioned within the village of Yarnton. Energy Rating: D.

Ambleside Drive

£300,000

LtcD SOs

Detached family home. Spacious accommodation over two levels with room to extend (subject to planning). Located within walking distance of the Nuffield Hospital. Energy rating: F.

Victorian semi detached property in Central Headington with good public transport links and access to Nuffield and Churchill hospital. Energy Rating: E.

Rutten Lane

Oxford

£325,000

REFURBISHMENT OPPURTUNITY. Located within walking distance of the John Radcliffe hospital. This property would be ideal for both a family and investors alike.

Queens Avenue

£275,000

£375,000 LtcD SOs

LtcD SOs

Well positioned family home offering good access to local amenities, convenient routes to Oxford and London, benefitting from 'Park and Ride' to London within walking distance.

£480,000

Detached Chalet Bungalow in historic village of Yarnton. Set back from the main street the property offers great access to local amenities.

Merewood Avenue

£425,000

LtcD SOs Investment Opportunity. A property with a HMO license located within walking distance of local hospitals. Offered with no onward chain.

Kidlington

£146,250

A fantastic development for the over 55's situated in the tranquil village of Yarnton. Two bedroom shared ownership offered with 75% share at asking price.

01865 763501 137a London Road headington@connells.co.uk

Three bedroom family home with large rear garden and parking to the front, offered with no onward chain.

North Way

£275,000

Well presented family home offering great access to the A40. The property consists of lounge, kitchen/diner, utility & cloakroom, three bedrooms, family bathroom & front & rear gardens.

Headington OX3 9HZ

Situated in Sandhills this property is deceptively large this extended semi detached property is ideal for larger families and investors alike. Offered with no onward chain or tenants in situ.

Atkinson Close

£280,000

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Offering good rental potential, great links to major routes, local hospitals & the city. Energy Rating: D.

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Offered onto the market with NO ONWARD CHAIN is a substantial FIVE BEDROOM semi detached home offering SPACIOUS accommodation over two levels, previously benefiting from a HMO Certificate. EPC Rating: D

This EXTENDED end terraced property offers SPACIOUS LIVING ACCOMMODATION on the ground floor being open plan with SOLID OAK flooring throughout. THREE BEDROOMS and REPLACEMENT BATHROOM SUITE. Parking and GARAGE. EPC Rating: C

This gem of a property is offered to the market with NO ONWARD CHAIN and has to be viewed to be appreciated. A DETACHED home with south facing garden and ample OFF ROAD PARKING. Internal viewing highly recommended. EPC Rating: D

Donnington £260,000 Bridge

£299,995 Littlemore

£315,000

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Littlemore

£295,000

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£450,000 Littlemore

£375,000 Littlemore

Cowley/ Headington

Located off the Donnington Bridge Road this THREE bedroom property has been EXTENDED to the rear offering TWO RECEPTION ROOMS. Ground floor four piece bathroom with an ENSUITE to the master bedroom upstairs. Beautiful enclosed rear garden with decking and flower borders. NO ONWARD CHAIN. EPC Rating: D

£295,000 Rose Hill

EPC Rating: D

Oxford OX4 3LR

£179,000

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This LARGER than average property is IDEALLY POSITIONED just off the Cowley Rd and is ideal for investors and owner occupiers alike. With DRIVEWAY PARKING and substantial REAR GARDEN. Internal inspection is highly recommended.

01865 748 448 60 Between Towns Road cowley@connells.co.uk

£275,000 Blackbird Leys

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Cowley

Occupying an enviable plot at the bottom of a popular CUL DE SAC this light and spacious home offers buyers flexible living along with 2 garages and utility room. With a drive way to the front and a lovely walled rear garden. EPC Rating: C

UPDATED end of terraced property, FITTED KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM plus a SPACIOUS LOUNGE/ DINING ROOM on the ground floor, upstairs has THREE BEDROOMS and a fitted WHITE BATHROOM SUITE. EPC Rating: D

This property is a MUST VIEW having been UPDATED & IMPROVED THROUGHOUT. Comprising of: Spacious entrance hall, fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room, conservatory, study, landing, three bedrooms, bathroom, front & rear gardens. EPC RATING: C

This two double bedroom duplex maisonette has been improved by the current owners, offering spacious accommodation throughout and the added benefit of its own rear garden. Early viewing advised. EPC Rating: E

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Oxford Lettings £1,000 Headington

£1,050 Wallingford

£1,100

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Greater Leys

WELL PRESENTED 2 bedroom house comprising of: entrance hall, Living room,large open plan kitchen/ dining room,master bedroom with en suite shower room,bedroom 2, family bathroom, garden and garage.Available now.EPC Rating:D

Headington

THREE BEDROOM MAISONETTEwith spacious accommodation, two off road parking spaces, garden, ideal for professional couple and has great access to the A40 and M40. View today! Available end of July. EPC Rating:C

£1,150 Cowley

£1,250 Cowley

SUPERB GROUND FLOOR 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTwith excellent access to the ring road and A40. Furnished,available from August- Viewing is a must. EPC Rating:C

Cowley

WELL LOCATED and spacious semi detached home with entrance hall,living room dining room,brand new fully fitted kitchen,2 double bedrooms good sized single bedroom,bathroom,good sized garden and off street parking. Viewing is a Must! EPC Rating:D

£1,250 Blackbird Leys

UNDERGOING REFURBISHMENTthis conveniently located house. Accommodation of,entrance hall, lounge/diner,kitchen,three bedrooms,bathroom front and rear gardens.Available end of June.EPC Rating:E

01865 749 645 60 Between Towns Road oxfordlet@connells.co.uk

£1,300 Aylesbury

MODERN THREE BEDROOM FAMILY HOME-newly refurbished property offers excellent accommodation: kitchen/diner, Living room,2 double bedrooms,1 single bedroom and bathroom. Viewing is a must! EPC Rating:C

Oxford OX4 3LR

THREE BEDROOM SEMIDETACHED FAMILY HOME- This property is in a great location as this popular village is only a short distance from Oxford, Abingdon and Wallingford. It has three bedrooms and benefits from having a downstairs cloakroom, kitchen, living area,driveway, garage and front and rear gardens. Presented in good order this is a must see property call us to view today. EPC Rating: D

£1,200

TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT- with well proportioned size rooms, great location and off street parking. This apartment offers a master bedroom with an en-suite, family bathroom and a good size second bedroom. This apartment is available from mid August and viewing is a must. EPC Rating:B

£1,250

THREE BEDROOM-end of terrace house is situated in a quiet rural location with beautiful surroundings in a sought after and historic village of Brill.The property has many interesting and attractive features, with good accommodation of,Entrance hall, Large spacious lounge with feature log burning stove,Country style kitchen,dining room Conservatory,Three double bedrooms, bathroom and a cloakroom.Allocated parking, front and rear gardenViewing highly recommended.EPC Rating:D

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01865 767414

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Horspath Oxford

£600,000

Originally constructed as Two Cottages, this fabulous Cottage is situated in the highly desirable village of Horspath, offering convenient access to Oxford City and the Oxford Tube Bus Route. The property offer Four Good Bedrooms, Three Generous Reception Rooms and Double Garage.

Wheately Oxford

£450,000

Situated in the desirable village of Wheatley, which offers excellent access to Oxford City and the A/M40 for transportation links to the wider area. This extremely well proportioned modern detached family residence offers Three Reception Rooms, Four Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms and Cloakroom and Garage.

NEW PRICE

Spring Lane Headington

£500,000

A modern four/five bedroom detached family home situated within the ever desirable Quarry Conservation area. The property is within the Wheatley School Catchment area.

Horspath Oxford

£575,000

Allen and Harris are delighted to present this spacious five bedroom chalet bungalow in the highly sought after village of Horspath. As well as a beautiful garden with views over rolling countryside the excellent links to the many historical attractions and shopping opportunities Oxford city centre.

Headington Quarry Oxford

£325,000

OPEN HOUSE EVENT- SATURDAY 31st MAY 2014, MIDDDAY UNTIL 3PM, CALL EARLY TO BOOK AS HIGH DEMAND EXPECTED Situated in the extremely desirable Quarry Conservation area, this charming cottage was built in the 1870's and features Two Reception rooms,Two Bedrooms and a rear garden of around 140'.

Pond House Oxford

£900,000

An exceptional detached four bedroom, three reception room family residence, much improved with great attention to detail. The property is situated in generous grounds within the desirable village of Horton-cum-Studley.

WE WANT YOUR PROPERTY...!!!

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01865 711441

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NEW PRICE

Sunningwell Road New Hinksey

£550,000

A rare oppotunity to obtain this fantastic four bedroom Victorian terraced property situated in this fantastic & highly sought after location. With a wealth of original features throughout the property is one not to be missed.

NEW PRICE

Giles Road Littlemore

£175,000

This Two Bedroom Ground Floor Maisonette with Driveway Parking situated in Littlemore, is being sold with No Onward Chain and would make both an ideal Investment or First Time Purchase. Call the office on 01865 711441 to arrange a viewing.

NEW! Burra Close Sandford-On-Thames

£240,000

This beautifully presented and spacious one bedroom apartment has many benefits including river frontage, an attractive kitchen, beautiful living/dining room, high ceilings throughout, a good sized double bedroom, and a modern bathroom, this is riverside living at its finest!

Sandy Lane Oxford

An excellent opportunity to purchase this three bedroom mid-terrace family home close to local bus routes into Oxford City Centre. NO ONWARD CHAIN

SSTC

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Hunsdon Road. Iffley Borders Oxford

£350,000

A great sized property with fantastic potential for development subject to the normal consents. Situated in the highly sought after and popular location on the Iffley boarders this three bedroom property has been modernised throughout. NO ONWARD CHAIN.

£245,000

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Marlborough Close, Littlemore Oxford

£245,000

A well presented two bedroom mid-terraced property situated in this highly sought after and popular cul-de-sac location in Littlemore. With a good sized garden, parking and a garage.

WHATS IT WORTH....???? Curious to know what your property is worth..? BOOK YOUR FREE MARKET APPRAISAL TODAY BY CALLING 01865 711441

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A Wheatley three-bedroom detached bungalow in a lovely position within walking distance of the centre of this popular village.

Guide Price

£320,000

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Though in need of a little updating throughout, the property does benefit from a well proportioned plot, integral garage, gas central heating and uPVC double gazed windows.

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£320,000

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New mortgage regulations fail to dampen Connells’ mortgage activity Two months after the Mortgage Market Review (MMR) came into force, local estate agency Connells is pleased to report it is helping an increasing number of customers with their mortgage arrangements when purchasing a property. Indeed, as part of its national network of branches, Connells recorded a five per cent increase in mortgage applications in May 2014 compared to the previous

month. This comes despite the popular view that MMR would dampen the market and home buyers would face long queues to get an appointment with a mortgage consultant.

offer a broad selection of mortgage products from a panel of leading lenders so sitting down with a Connells mortgage consultant can be a more efficient use of time than say, approach“We want prospective home ing individual lenders directly.” buyers to know that we have Encouragingly, Connells figures mortgage appointments avail- in May also show a 6.3 per cent able right away so you can beat increase in the number of firstthe queues,” said Connells’ time buyer mortgage applicamortgage services consultant tions as increasing numbers Tom Broad. “Not only this but we looked to take their first step

onto the property ladder. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the number of remortgages has also seen a hike in May, with Connells’ mortgage services consultants recording an increase of almost one fifth (17.3 per cent) from home owners wanting to secure good interest rates before the inevitable base rate rise.

sion,” Tom continued. “As the likelihood of a base rate rise increases week by week, we are seeing many homeowners looking to get onto a more favour“We are urging anyone who able product before the market wants to review their mortgage changes. I would urge anyone options to come in for a discus- in this situation to come in for a

chat.” If you have a property to sell and would like to book a free market appraisal with Connells or want mortgage advice, please contact the local branch on 01865 763501, or email headington@ connells.co.uk.

Summer market looks bright for home owners as seven buyers chase every property Estate agency Connells in Cowley is urging local home owners to seize the opportunity of a sale this summer.

Connells is seeing more buyers, more offers on properties and more sales compared to last year.

According to the branch team, Because of increased activity across the local housing market, Connells is advising homeowners who wish to move this summer to get in touch. In May alone, its estate agency network recorded a 14 per cent increase in offers and a 15 per cent increase in sales across Connells’ branches. Encouragingly, the number of new properties coming onto the market has risen by 6.5 per cent but this still falls far short of demand. Indeed, Connells recorded seven buyers chasing each new home coming onto the market in May.

your property on the market and secure a buyer,” said Nick Ingrem, senior negotiator for Connells. “Not only are there lots of committed buyers actively seeking to purchase a home, but better weather and longer daylight hours allows homeowners to show off their properties to their maximum potential. “This is especially true for properties with gardens as flowers will be in full bloom so a seller can make their property look its absolute best,” Nick continued.

The Connells team is urging anyone who is thinking of selling to get in touch. If you are interested in moving home and would like to book a free market appraisal of your property, please contact Connells on 01865 748448, or email “Now is a great time to put cowley@connells.co.uk.

Story of Headington Quarry This traditional terraced cottage of 1870, with a 140ft garden reveals much of the history in the late 19th Century of Headington Quarry. Constructed from yellow brick with red brick detailing, it portrays the rise of brick making as an industry, surpassing the previous eras of stone which built many of our colleges.

During the late 19th Century, white sheets from the Oxford the population of Quarry dra- Hotels and Colleges, washed matically increased to feed in garden pumps and wells. the demands of industry. The owner of this cottage found This resulted in the subdivi- remains of a pig sty, pertainsion of land, into the now char- ing to the days where Quarry acteristic narrow long strips Villagers strove to maintain of garden, distinct to these independence from the City of Quarry cottages. Oxford, by being self sufficient Outside of the Quarry indus- in their approach.

try, many of the women used Behind this cottage a further their long gardens to earn story hidden from the street money through laundry. This is told. created a new landscape of

To view this distinct piece of history in Headington Quarry, then contact Allen & Harris on 01865 767414.

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Longcot Immaculate, detached four double bedroom family home refurbished to an impressively high standard, offering light and spacious accommodation including a delightful kitchen/breakfast room with sun room. Garage with hobby room offering office potential above. EPC: C

Offers In Excess Of ÂŁ500,000

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Fernham A popular village location for this four bedroom detached home with two bath/shower rooms, three reception rooms (one with wood burning stove) and a kitchen/breakfast room. Double garage, sunny gardens, double glazing and gas heating. EPC rating: D

Asking Price Of ÂŁ495,000

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Littleworth OPEN DAY SATURDAY 19th JULY by appointment. A former Victorian village school now providing a substantial family home with lots of potential. Flexible accommodation includes four reception rooms, four bedrooms, two bathrooms and an en suite. Double garage, gardens and a useful outbuilding. EPC: F.

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Longcot Superb location off Shrivenham High Street, yet enjoying a high degree of privacy is this charming detached cottage with attractively landscaped gardens, driveway parking and double garage. Offering a farmhouse kitchen, utility, three receptions, conservatory and four bedrooms, one with en-suite.

Asking Price Of ÂŁ650,000

01367 240356

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AN HISTORIC CATHOLIC VILLAGE RESIDENCE OF ELEGANT PROPORTIONS GROVE This fabulous village residence and former farmhouse (attached) largely rebuilt in 1684 was the home of Airey Neave MP and famously the first man to escape from Colditz Castle in WW2. 6 Beds, 3 Baths, 3 Recp Annexe, Beautiful Gardens, Swimming Pool, Dble Gge, Gas CH

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One of the county's finest farm houses LITTLEWORTH Set in private gated 5.3 acre grounds, a very special period farm house of wonderful classical proportions. The house has character and style in abundance. 5 receps including a wonderful lifestyle kitchen opening in to an orangery. 6 beds, 3 baths. Garage block. EPC E (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.4349 sq ft)

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The good life rural retreat STANDLAKE Magnificent rural capacious residence. 6 beds, 3 baths, 6 receps , kitchen/breakfast room, double garage. In circa 4.6 acres with outbuildings additional land available by separate negotiation (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.4604 sq ft)

Guide Price ÂŁ900,000 Contact: Cuan Ryan - 01235 772299 - cuan@butlersherborn.co.uk

Tranquillity and harmony with nature GROVE The Mill: 2 Receps, Kitchen, 2 Beds, Study/Bed 3, 3 Bath, Clkrm, Museum, Mill workings, Gas CH. The Mill House: 2 Receps, 3 Beds, 2 Bath, Kitchen, Gas CH. Stable Retreat: Bedroom, Sitting Room, Kitchenette, Cloakroom. Beautiful Gardens, Large Double Garage. (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.4295 sq ft)

Guide Price ÂŁ925,000 Contact: Cuan Ryan - 01235 772299 - cuan@butlersherborn.co.uk

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Picturesque charm on the village green

EAST HANNEY Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, 3 Beds, Bathroom, Oil CH, DG, Garden. EPC E (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.1147 sq ft)

STANFORD IN THE VALE This Grade 2 listed cottage offers, 2 Receps, Kitchen, 3 Beds, Bathroom, Pretty Garden. (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.1115 sq ft)

Guide Price ÂŁ425,000 Contact: Cuan Ryan - 01235 772299

Guide Price ÂŁ355,000 Contact: Cuan Ryan - 01235 772299

Oxfords prestigious address

A family project

BOARS HILL 3 bedroom apartment in Boars Hill. Large recep,3 baths, 2 allocated parking spaces. EPC B (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.1269 sq ft)

KENNINGTON Detached 4 bed family home, set in c.0.3 acres. The property requires modernisation. EPC C (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.2056 sq ft)

Guide Price ÂŁ495,000 Contact: Bertie Cassels - 01865 510000

Guide Price ÂŁ600,000 Contact: Bertie Cassels - 01865 510000

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Rambling Tudor gem SUTTON COURTENAY Grade II listed house, though to be over 500 years old. 4 receptions, kitchen with AGA, cellar, cloakroom, 5 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms. Various outbuildings and a delightful private rear garden. (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.3337 sq ft)

Guide Price ÂŁ975,000 Contact: Graham MacDonald - 01865 510000 - graham@butlersherborn.co.uk

Handsome 18th Century farmhouse on village green CHARNEY BASSETT This beautiful detached stone farmhouse, Listed Grade 2, thought to date from circa 1750 enjoys an appealing setting in the heart of the village looking out over paddockland. Hall, 2 Receps, Kitchen/Family Room, Cloakroom, 4 Beds, 2 Baths, Garage, Pretty Gardens, Oil CH,

Guide Price ÂŁ650,000 Contact: Cuan Ryan - 01235 772299 - cuan@butlersherborn.co.uk

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Modern and covenant

A little slice of heaven

ABINGDON ON THAMES 2 beds, bathroom, recep, kitchen, garden, driveway parking, single garage. EPC D (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.707 sq ft)

SHRIVENHAM Charming and homely one bedroom period cottage. Beautiful sitting, fully equipped kitchen. (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.400 sq ft).

Guide Price ÂŁ975 PCM Contact: Gareth Gould - 01865 510000

Guide Price ÂŁ795 PCM Contact: Jade Redman - 01235 772299

Quaint country cottage

Stylish space, great location

UFFINGTON 2 bed cottage, entrance hall, fully equipped kitchen, living room, bathroom, garden. EPC E (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.688 sq ft)

ABINGDON ON THAMES 2 beds, sitting room, dining/kitchen, bathroom, gardens, allocated parking. EPC C (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.585 sq ft.)

Guide Price ÂŁ725 PCM Contact: Jade Redman - 01235 772299

Guide Price ÂŁ950 PCM Contact: Gareth Gould - 01865 510000

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Capacious countryside abode GOOSEY Detached property has much to offer. Accommodation comprises large entrance hall, open plan kitchen/breakfast, dining room, utility room, 3 receps, 5 beds, 4 baths, summer house, parking for several cars and a double garage. EPC D (TOTAL FLOOR AREA c.2873 sq ft)

Guide Price ÂŁ2,500 PCM Contact: Jade Redman - 01235 772299 - jade@butlersherborn.co.uk

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Oxford

£2,350 PCM

An attractive and well presented HMO LICENSED semi-detached period house, updated to a high standard. Furnished. Available for sharers. EPC RATING: D

Abingdon Lettings 01235 554040 breckon.co.uk

Properties wanted Abingdon One and two bed apartments needed in Abingdon, walking distance to town centre.

Didcot Couple looking for a two bed unfurnished house, move date, ASAP.

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Abingdon

£3,500 PCM

Four bed unfurnished detached family home needed by middle of August. Can you help?

A beautiful and charming period home, extensively refurbished to a high standard with original period features. Unfurnished. EPC RATING F

Abingdon An attractive house within walking distance of Abingdon town centre with good access to the A34. Two double bedrooms, two reception rooms and a garden. Unfurnished. EPC RATING E

£995 PCM

Abingdon A stunning semi detached home, refurbished to a very high standard through out. Enclosed rear garden with patio areas. Garage with power and lighting, driveway. Good access to the A34, Harwell and Milton park. Unfurnished. EPC RATING C

£1,195 PCM Minster Lovell

£1,100 PCM

Abingdon

A spacious three bedroom bungalow situated in the popular village of Minster Lovell. Unfurnished. Available immediately EPC RATING: D

£625 PCM

A stunning double bedroom. Strictly single occupancy, only available for professional applicants. No allocated parking. Utilities included. Furnished. Available 6th August

Marston

£825 PCM

A newly refurbished first floor apartment in Old Marston Village which is located close to local amenities. Unfurnished. EPC RATING: C

Abingdon

£625 PCM

A stunning double bedroom. Strictly single occupancy, only available for professional applicants. No allocated parking. Utilities included. Furnished. Available 8th August

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Radley

£450,000

Superb property, with kitchen/breakfast/family room, lounge/diner, bed four and bathroom. Upstairs; three double bedrooms and shower room. Parking and enclosed garden EPC - C

Abingdon on Thames 01235 550550 breckon.co.uk

Properties wanted Town Centre Apartments One and two bedroom apartments within Town Centre developments required for investment clients St Nicholas' School Catchment Three or four bedroom family home sought within this popular school catchment by chainfree proceedable buyer

Garford

£695,000

North Abingdon First time buyer seeking a well-located two or three bedroom property with potential to improve or extend

Pleasantly situated with dual level living; two receptions, kitchen, conservatory, five bedrooms and four bathrooms over two floors, lovely gardens, garage and parking EPC - D

Radley An attractive five bedroom, three bathroom chalet style semi detached home located in this highly sought after village, with accommodation of 2232 sq. ft. Comprising superb kitchen/ diner/family room, sitting room, cloakroom and annexe potential. Outside ample parking and enclosed garden mainly laid top lawn with patio area. EPC - C

£565,000

Frilford

£799,500

A beautiful stone built barn conversion boasting a 24ft. kitchen/dining room, utility room, cloakroom, 41ft. vaulted sitting room with doors opening onto the private courtyard garden, raised mezzanine snug area, 2 ground floor bedrooms with en-suites and 2 first floor bedrooms with en-suites. Total square footage of 2,698 sq. ft. EPC - C

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THAMES VIEW

£265,000

OCK BRIDGE PLACE

£325,000

A stunning and contemporary two double bedroom apartment perfectly positioned in a prestigious development in Abingdon Town Centre. Thames View is ideally located within half a mile of Abingdon Town Centre and also Abbey Meadows with its Riverside walks and park. This delightful apartment offers generous accommodation, beautifully presented with neutral decor and modern finishes. EPC C

Tucked away at the end of this sought-after modern development is this superb four bedroom townhouse offering generous and versatile accommodation over three floors. Ock Bridge Place is a charming development of houses and apartments just off the Drayton Road in Abingdon, offering convenient access to the Town Centre and A34 for Oxford and Didcot. EPC B

NORTH ABINGDON

£389,950

A beautifully presented four bedroom detached house tucked away in a North Abingdon cul-de-sac. The property also benefits from an integral garage, off street parking for two cars and very well planted Westerly facing garden. EPC D

Andrews Abingdon 01235 555553 abingdon@andrewsonline.co.uk

£425,000

Perfectly positioned within a desirable cul-de-sac in North Abingdon is this generous and immaculate family home. This delightful property offers a master bedroom with en-suite, three further bedrooms, impressive sitting room leading to a conservatory, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room and downstairs cloakroom. Externally there is a beautiful garden, driveway and garage. EPC D

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ABINGDON

£259,950

RADLEY

£425,000

NEW PRICE - A beautifully presented three bedroom house situated in a cul-de-sac on the periphery of Abingdon Town Centre. The property has been much improved by the current owner to include tiled floors on the ground floor, exposed original floorboards on the first floor, a re-fitted bath and beautifully landscaped rear garden. The property also benefits from a garage. Awaiting EPC

A detached four bedroom family home perfectly positioned in the highly sought-after village of Radley. This substantial property has the potential to be a wonderful family home but does require some updating. If you are looking to make your own mark on a family home with a large garden in a prime village location, this could be the property for you.

YPRES WAY

WEST HANNEY

£325,000

A superb family home perfectly positioned within a popular North Abingdon cul-de-sac. Ypres Way is in the North West corner of Abingdon, offering excellent vehicular access to both North and South-bound A34 junctions and convenient access to the Town Centre less than two miles away. This immaculate property offers generous and flexible accommodation with three double bedrooms and two reception rooms. EPC D

Andrews Abingdon 01235 555553 abingdon@andrewsonline.co.uk

£310,000

A unique three bedroom home offering beautifully presented and versatile accommodation in the heart of the sought-after village of West Hanney. The property benefits from a carport and walled South-facing courtyard.. EPC C

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Oxford Playhouse Idylls of the King

FOLLOWING THEIR VERSION OF LORD OF THE FLIES, MAGDALEN COLLEGE SCHOOL PRESENTS A BRAND NEW ADAPTATION OF ALFRED LORD TENNYSONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ICONIC IDYLLS OF THE KING. www.oxfordplayhouse.com 3 Jul 2014, 8pm The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury

OPEN AUDITIONS FOR ALAN AYCKBOURNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S â&#x20AC;&#x153;BEDROOM FARCEâ&#x20AC;? Ernest & Deliaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wedding anniversary celebrations go awry so they decide to celebrate at home, in bed, with pilchards on toast. Malcolm and Kate are preparing a housewarming party to which Nick and Jan have been invited but Nickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back injury precludes him from the party. Everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s evening is doomed to disaster by the marital

problems of Trevor and Susannah who descend on each couple in turn leaving chaos in their wake. www.banburycrossplayers.co.uk

4 Jul 2014, 7:30pm Burton Taylor Studio

ESSEX LION Ever seen a lion? In the wild? Step into Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world of romping satirical verse where posh plumbers, paunchy ex-rockers and Lovejoy roam free. Get ready to roar. www.oxfordplayhouse.com

5 Jul 2014 Burton Taylor Studio

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK â&#x20AC;&#x153;Times: 11am & 2pm As Jack sells his cow for five magic beans and finds himself in the land above the clouds, expect lots of surprises, a gripping story and beautiful images. Age guideline: 3+â&#x20AC;? www.oxfordplayhouse.com

LISTINGS 5 Jul 2014, 7:30pm - 9:30am Sparsholt Church, Nr Wantage

WANTAGE CHORAL SOCIETY CONCERT As part of the Wantage Summer festival, the Society are performing â&#x20AC;&#x153; By Arrangement: Folk Songs for Summerâ&#x20AC;? including Vaughan Williamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Five English Folk Songs, Coplandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oldamerican songs, and our President, Bob Chilcottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jazz Folk Songs. Tickets are ÂŁ10 on the door,ÂŁ8 in advance and free under 16; obtained from the Vale and Downland Museum in Wantage, http://wantagechoralsociety.wordpress.com/welcome/ or at the door. 01235 798349 5 Jul 2014, 12pm - 3:30pm The Methodist Church Hall, Witney

SWEET PEA & ROSE SHOW Plus coffee morning, ploughmans lunches, stall outside selling homemade jams, pickles etc + a bric-a-brac stall 6 Jul 2014 Orchard Centre Didcot

THE TIGER AND THE MOUSTACHE â&#x20AC;&#x153;Saikat Ahamed traces the journey of Hashi, his mother, and the emerging nation of Bangladesh. Tickets: ÂŁ10 discounts ÂŁ8 Age guideline: 12+ www.oxfordplayhouse.com 11 Jul 2014 Oxford Playhouse

TANGOMOTION The world-class dancers bring a performance bursting with intoxicating Argentinian rhythms and Latin passion to Oxford for one night only www.oxfordplayhouse.com

THE POETRY JOE SHOW

8 Jul 2014, 8pm Burton Taylor Studio

MORGAN & WEST â&#x20AC;&#x153;Time-travelling magic duo Morgan & West presents a brand new show, Parlour Tricks, chock full of jaw-dropping, brain-bursting, gasp-eliciting feats of magic.Tickets: ÂŁ8 (special preview price)Age guideline: 7+ www.oxfordplayhouse.com

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10 Jul 2014 - 11 Jul 2014, 7:30pm Burton Taylor Studio

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Sat 5 July Glee Club Oxford

Little Girls, in this intimate evening of storytelling celebrating some of English literatureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most Radical Women. Age guideline: 11+ www.oxfordplayhouse.com

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26 Jul 2014 - 31 Aug 2014, 10am 5:30pm Waterperry Gardens, Nr Wheatley

BRIDGET MERMIKIDES ANDAMANDA COOK LIVE CONCERT

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Explore the ornamental gardens using directions and Pirate themed clues to find the secret punches to complete your voyage. Then pick up a treat from the Teashop, Miss Hâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. (Compass supplied) ÂŁ3 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult for whom the normal entrance fee applies (ÂŁ6.50). Trails are suitable for 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 year olds and 7+ years. No booking required.â&#x20AC;? www.waterpryygardens.co.uk

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25 Jul 2014, 8:20pm - 11pm The Wheatsheaf High St Oxford

19 Jul 2014, 7:45pm Music at the Barn, Witney

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200 of the finest artists demonstrating in marquees. Fine food and drink, performing arts, music and practical classes where visitors can have a go at some of the many artistic disciplinesWaterperry Gardens and plant centre will be closed to all but Art in Action visitors during this event.â&#x20AC;? www.artinaction.org.uk 0207 381 3192

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Times: 11am & 2pm Armed with his trusty overhead projector, TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PoetryJoe introduces children and their families to lots of new friends including a naughty hamster, a cheating cheetah and a family made out of paper and light. Age guideline: 3+ www.oxfordplayhouse.com

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3 Aug 2014 Orchard Centre Didcot

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fingerstyle guitarists, Stuart Ryan began his professional career in 2002 when he was awarded Guitarist Magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Acoustic Guitarist of the Year.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; He quickly came to the attention of Martin Taylor MBE, one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading jazz guitarists, who gave Stuart valuable encouragement and asked him to perform at his Kirkmichael Guitar Festival sharing the bill with leading players Tommy Emmanuel and Bireli Lagreneamongst others. An acclaimed performer, Stuart has gone on to share the stage with many of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest acoustic guitarists including Martin Taylor MBE, Eric Roche, Thomas Leeb and Jon Gomm, all of whom he is proud to count as friends. Several of Stuartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s previous students have also gone on to become prominent players themselves such as Youtube sensation Mike Dawes and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Acoustic Guitarist of the Year 2011â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Will McNicol. Stuartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music has also ended up in some unlikely places â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lamb vocalist/songwriter Lou Rhodes was so impressed with Stuartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s study pieces that she used one of them in her track â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Roundsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; from Lambâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2011 album â&#x20AC;&#x2122;5.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; http://www.musicatthebarn.org/

This two hour experience will be an exciting opportunity for aspiring fingerstyle guitarists to work closely with a world class teacher and performer. We expect this event to be very popular and to sell out fast. Book early to avoid disappointment. http://www.musicatthebarn.org/ 29 Aug 2014 - 31 Aug 2014 Wallingford

BUNKFEST A free-access community festival providing a unique, family friendly celebration with something for everyone including Music, Dance, Food & Trade Stalls, Workshops and a Real Ale Beer Festival www.bunkfest.co.uk 29 Aug 2014 - 31 Aug 2014 Wallingford

GAPPY TOOTH INDUSTRIES 16 Aug 2014, 3:30pm - 5:30pm Music at the Barn, Witney

AUGUST -STUART RYAN - GUITAR MASTERCLASS - ARRANGING FOR FINGERSTYLE GUITAR â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stuart Ryan is regarded as one of the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest fingerstyle guitarists. He has written countless articles for guitar magazines and has taught simply hundreds of students. Stuartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s previous students have included You Tube sensation Mike Dawes and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Acoustic Guitarist of the Year 2011â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Will McNicol. Stuart holds the post of Head of Guitar at The Bristol Institute of Modern Music (BIMM) and is Guitar Techniques guru for all things Acoustic and finger style. The Masterclass will be a fully unique and interactive experience. Stuart will work intensively with a small number of students (max 15). He will focus on â&#x20AC;&#x153;arranging for fingerstyle guitarâ&#x20AC;? and will look at arrangements from his highly acclaimed book â&#x20AC;&#x153;TheTraditionâ&#x20AC;?. The Masterclass is suitable for those acoustic guitar players of intermediate to advanced ability (2/3 years playing experience upwards). If you would like a place and to take part in Stuartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Masterclass, you must attend with your acoustic guitar (steel strung), in order for you to play along and take part in the lesson. By booking a place you will also be agreeing that you are the appropriate ability level on your instrument and that you have some experience reading music notation or Tab.

20.45 These Are Our Demands 21.30 Octopuses 22.15 The Kitesâ&#x20AC;? www.wegottickets.com/ event/279834 5 Sep 2014, 7:30pm Burton Taylor Studio

THE FLOOD Anambitious performer, Superbard weaves storytelling with original music and animation to immerse you in a drowning world. www.oxfordplayhouse.com 7 Sep 2014 Orchard Centre Didcot

LISTINGS skills and alternative folk style create anamazingly unique sound, topped with simple melodies, catchy hooks, and strong Scottish vocals. After a hugely successful 2013 of touring, festival hopping, and collaborating with the likes of Mike Dawes and Thomas Leeb, Matt is currently working on new material which he will be showcasing this Summer. http://www.musicatthebarn.org/ 20 Sep 2014 St Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, Wallingford

A VERY BRITISH MURDER A talk by Lucy Worsley - Chief Curator of Royal Historic Palaces and well known TV broadcaster as part of the local celebrations of our most famous literary resident, Agatha Christie. www.wallingfordmuseum.org.uk 24 Sep 2014, 7:30pm Burton Taylor Studio

WHEN WE EMBRACED A playful and charming show about two people. Actually, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about you. In fact itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about everyone, but really itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about two people, one of which may be you. Age guideline: 14+ www.oxfordplayhouse.com 26 Sep 2014, 7:30pm Burton Taylor Studio

I WISH I WAS LONELY â&#x20AC;&#x153;An interactive show about contactability. A show in which the audience commit to leaving their phones on. There will be poems, there will be stories and there will be conversation. Age guideline: 14+ www.oxfordplayhouse.com 27 Sep 2014 Burton Taylor Studio

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DIDCOT SUNDAY MARKET: CHEESE & CHUTNEY 12 Sep 2014 - 21 Sep 2014 Burton Taylor Studio

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU FIND A DINOSAUR â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everybody likes digging, right? Maybe you use a spade, or just your hands. Sand or earth fly everywhere until you discover something. Maybe, just maybe, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;Śa dinosaur! Oxford Playhouse presents Oxfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very own prehistoric story in this bone-shaking, belly-aching show. www.oxfordplayhouse.com 13 Sep 2014, 7:45pm Music at the Barn, Witney

MATT MIDGLEY - LIVE CONCERT â&#x20AC;&#x153;Matt Midgley is a Scottish solo-acoustic guitarist, singer and songwriter based in Oxfordshire. His technical percussive guitar

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Times: 11am & 2pm A magical puppet show! A fantastical sing-a-long adventure with a baby who takes to the sea, to the air, to the zoo all in a shoe! Age guideline: 2 to 6 www.oxfordplayhouse.com

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AUDI 2009 09 Audi A4 TDi SE Finance available Diesel 6-Speed Manual 88000 Miles ............................................. £10,495 2007 07 Audi A4 TDi S Line Tdv 2.0 Turbo Diesel 6-Speed Manual 118080 Miles ............................................... £6,795 2007 07 Audi A4 SE Belt Done Petrol 5-Speed Manual 82000 Miles ...................................................................£5,995 BMW 2006 06 BMW 3 SERIES 320D ES DIESEL 6-Speed Manual 81920 Miles ..........................................................£6,895 CHEVROLET 2010 10 Chevrolet Aveo LS 5dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 43600 Miles .................................................................£3,995 FIAT 2007 07 Fiat Grande Punto Active 8v 5dr 1.2 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 56000 Miles ............................................. £3,795 FORD 2009 09 Ford Focus Style Tdci 5dr Diesel 5-Speed Manual 44000 Miles ............................................................ £6,495 2009 59 Ford Focus Zetec 5dr 1.6 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 52170 Miles...............................................................£6,295 2007 57 Ford Mondeo Ghia 145 5dr 2.0 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 103130 Miles ................................................... £4,395 2006 56 Ford Fiesta Zetec Climate 16v 3dr 1.25 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 56630 Miles .......................................£3,895 2005 05 Ford Focus Zetec Climate 5dr 1.6 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 80382 Miles................................................£3,695 2004 04 Ford Focus C-Max Ghia 1.8 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 79,425 Miles .........................................................£2,995 2004 04 Ford Focus C-Max Zetec 5dr MPV Petrol 5-Speed Manual 83808 Miles ...............................................£2,895 2003 03 Ford Fusion 1.4 Fusion 3 5dr Petrol Semi-Automatic 45860 Miles .........................................................£2,995 2005 55 Ford Fiesta Style 5dr 1.25 5 DOOR Petrol 5-Speed Manual 86126 Miles ..............................................£2,895 2005 05 Ford Fiesta LX 16v 5dr 1.4 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 89770 Miles ...........................................................£2,995 2003 03 Ford Fiesta 1.4 Zetec 16v 3dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 76265 Miles ....................................................... £2,795 2004 54 Ford Fiesta Zetec 16v 3dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 84000 Miles ............................................................. £2,795 2002 52 Ford Focus LX 5dr 1.6 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 82580 Miles ...................................................................£2,395 2004 04 Ford Ka Ka 3dr 1.3, Petrol 5-Speed Manual 64470 Miles........................................................................ £1,795 1999 S Ford Focus LX 5dr 1.6 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 81880 Miles ................................................................... £1,495 2000 W Ford Focus Zetec 5dr 1.8 - TAXED END SEPT 14, Petrol 5-Speed Manual 83470 Miles ...................... £1,795 1999 V Ford Fiesta Zetec 3dr 1.25 - Tax Aug 14, Petrol 5-Speed Manual 63390 Miles ..................................... £1,695 2003 53 Ford Focus Zetec 1.8 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 115900 Miles .................................................................. £1,395 HONDA 2004 04 Honda CR-V I-VTEC SE Sport, Petrol 5-Speed Manual 106300 Miles...................................................£3,995 2003 53 Honda CRV 2.0 Manual Petrol, 4x4 in Blue, 91,000 miles ......................................................................£3,495 2002 02 Honda Jazz Dsi Sport 5dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 88700 Miles ............................................................. £2,795 2001 Y Honda Civic SE 5dr Auto Petrol Automatic 74000 Miles..........................................................................£2,495 HYUNDAI 2006 56 Hyundai Getz Gsi 3dr 1.1 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 14260 Miles..............................................................£3,395 KIA 2006 06 Kia Rio 1.6 CRDi Diesel, in Black 34,000 miles ......................................................................................£3,995 2006 06 Kia Rio Zapp 5dr 1.4 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 52068 Miles ......................................................................£2,995 2006 06 Kia Rio GS 5dr 1.4, Petrol 5-Speed Manual 70990 Miles ....................................................................... £1,995 LAND ROVER 2004 04 Land Rover Freelander S Hard Top Petrol 5-Speed Manual 37000 Miles .............................................£3,895 2003 03 Land Rover Freelander Kalahari Station Wagon1.8 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 72699 Miles.....................£2,695 MAZDA 2012 12 Mazda Mazda2 Tamura 5dr 1.4 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 52865 Miles ................................................... £6,795 2009 09 Mazda Mazda3 3 Sport 5dr Petrol 6-Speed Manual 73485 Miles...........................................................£6,395 2006 56 Mazda Mazda3 3 Ts 5dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 102044 Miles ..............................................................£3,695 2003 03 Mazda MX-5 I 1.8 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 98090 Miles........................................................................... £2,795 2001 51 Mazda MX-5 Convertible 1.6 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 84227 Miles .........................................................£2,495 2005 55 Mazda 6 6 Ts2 2.0 Petrol 6-Speed Manual 44120 Miles ............................................................................. £750

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MERCURY 2000 A

Grand Marquis All Texan Petrol Automatic 64000 Miles ......................................................................... £4,995

MITSUBISHI 2006 56

Mitsubishi L200 Animal Lwb Dcb 4wd NO VAT Diesel 5-Speed Manual 65000 Miles ...........................£8,295

2003 53

Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4 Sport SE Petrol Automatic 80860 Miles ..........................................................£3,495

2006 06

Mitsubishi Sport Lancer 2.0 Estate, 5Speed, 53,230 miles ....................................................................£2,995

2005 05

Mitsubishi Colt 1.3 Equippe 5dr, Petrol 5-Speed Manual 76250 Miles ................................................... £2,795

NISSAN 2007 57

Nissan Note 1.6 Tekna Petrol Automatic 77465 Miles ............................................................................. £4,495

2006 06

Nissan Note Sve 1.6 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 33330 Miles ...................................................................... £4,495

2003 03

Nissan X-Trail Sve 2.5 AUTO Petrol Automatic 90300 Miles ................................................................... £3,795

2003 52

Nissan Micra 1.0E 5dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 76960 Miles ...................................................................£2,495

2000 W

Nissan Almera S 5dr 1.5 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 42120 Miles ................................................................ £1,995

2000 W

Nissan Micra 1.0 S 3dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 68000 Miles .................................................................. £1,695

2000 W

Nissan Micra 1.0 Celebration 16v 3dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 68020 Miles........................................... £1,695

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Peugeot 307 SW SE 1.6 Estate Petrol 5-Speed Manual 58750 Miles......................................................£4,195

2007 56

Peugeot 307 SW S 1.6 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 58197 Miles ................................................................... £3,795

2004 04

Peugeot 307 S 5dr 1.4 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 53450 Miles ...................................................................£2,995

2006 55

Peugeot 407 SW SE, Petrol 6-Speed Manual 103840 Miles ................................................................... £2,795

2000 W

Peugeot 106 1.1 Zest 2 5dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 64015 Miles ............................................................ £1,095

RENAULT 2003 53

Renault Clio Dynamique 16v 5dr 1.4 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 67480 Miles............................................. £1,995

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2005 54

Saab 9-3 Linear T 2.0 AUTO Petrol Automatic 82320 Miles ...................................................................£2,695

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TOYOTA 2007 57

Toyota RAV-4 XT-R D-4d Diesel 6-Speed Manual 99900 Miles .............................................................£6,995

2008 57

Toyota Yaris Tr Vvti 5dr Super Car Petrol 5-Speed Manual 81000 Miles ................................................ £4,395

2002 52

Toyota Corolla Verso T3 D-4d 2.0, Diesel 5-Speed Manual 96510 Miles ...............................................£2,395

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2001 Y

Vauxhall Corsa Comfort 16v 3dr 1.2 Petrol 5-Speed Manual 79350 Miles ............................................ £1,895

1997 P

Vauxhall Astra LS 5dr 1.6 - TAXED END 3/15, Petrol 5-Speed Manual 134930 Miles ............................. £300

VOLKSWAGEN 2004 54

Volkswagen Touran SE TDi 7 Str Diesel 6-Speed Manual 80325 Miles .................................................£5,295

2004 54

Volkswagen Golf GT Fsi 5dr 2.0 AUTO Petrol Automatic 84320 Miles ................................................... £4,495

2004 54

Volkswagen Golf S 5dr Petrol 5-Speed Manual 69800 Miles ..................................................................£3,995

2001 Y

Volkswagen Golf Avantgarde 2.0 - TAXED Petrol 5-Speed Manual 95500 Miles .................................. £1,395

2000 W

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Dragons grow with big name signings DEAN Schofield and Darren Waters have become the lat- By Jack Johnson est players to sign for London jack@taylornewspapers.co.uk Welsh as the Exiles continue to strengthen ahead of their top- players since winning promotion flight return. back to the Aviva Premiership. The Exiles have signed 19 new Schofield and Waters are join-

ing from Worcester Warriors and Newport Gwent Dragons. Schofield, a former England international, adds to the Exiles’ plethora of second row forward options. The 35-year-old, who was a

part of Sale Sharks’ 2006 title winning side and has also turned out for French side RC Toulon, brings top-fl ight rugby experience to the Kassam Stadium. Exiles head coach Justin Burnell said: “Dean is a big man

with a wealth of experience from a technical and tactical aspect of the game, which is very important for us, and his leadership qualities speaks for itself.” Flanker Waters, who spent three seasons with Newport, fi rst caught Burnell’s attention five years ago. The 29-year-old impressed Burnell while on trial at Pontypridd in 2009 and starred in Newport’s LV=Cup win over the Exiles in 2013. “I’ve known Darren for a long time, going back to watching him at his time at Pontypridd and then at the Dragons, he’s a sheer raw talent,” said Burnell. “He’s phenomenal at the breakdown, one of the best I’ve seen, and he has an abundance of energy. “He’s going to be an absolutely fantastic asset and a really positive addition to our environment.” The Dragons are playing Pontypridd in a pre-season friendly on August 21. • Dean Schofi eld (left) and Darren Waters (right) have joined London Welsh (Picture by Huw Evans Images)

Unsettled weather called for a very mixed Dutch Grand Prix for Smith BRADLEY Smith had mixed emotions after finishing eighth in a Dutch Grand Prix dominated by unpredictable weather last weekend. World champion Marc Marquez won what was declared a wet race, with Andrea Dovizioso and Dani Pedrosa completing the podium. Smith, who started from the second row, missed out on seventh by just a tenth of a second.

A sudden downpour delayed the start of the race, but the track soon dried out, forcing the riders to change bikes after seven laps. Once on the dry tyres, Smith was more comfortable and was the fastest rider on the track during the fi nal stages of the race. The 23-year-old said he was pleased but frustrated. He said: “I was very comfortable with the bike once the track had

dried and my race pace would have seen me within the top-five, if not on the podium. “Unfortunately at the same time it was quite a frustrating situation. “The bike didn’t work too well in the rain and I lost so much time at the beginning because of the wet conditions.” • Bradley Smith (Picture courtesy of Tech 3)

New assistant coach to focus on the scrum LONDON Welsh’s head coach Justin Burnell said new assistant coach Matthew Ferguson will help London Welsh “be competitive” in the Aviva Premiership next season. On Monday, the Exiles announced Ferguson would join current coaches Gordon Ross and Ollie Smith. Ferguson will focus on working on the Exiles in the scrum. Ferguson has coached at Bristol and Cardiff Blues and has worked alongside former England international Graham Roundtree at the RFU. Burnell said: “We’re very fortunate to be able to add Matthew to our existing and excellent coaching staff. “Matt’s knowledge of the scrum is second to none. “The role of a technical person to work primarily with the scrum is of the utmost importance, as we know how key an area that will be in the Aviva Premiership.” He added: “Last year’s success was based on an ethic of hard work which was constantly evident within the players’ group, but quietly behind the scenes the work of the whole management structure was tremendous. “We are confident that the addition of Matthew in to that ethos and our structure will help us to be competitive in the Aviva Premiership.”

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Waddock puts players through their paces on first day of training OXFORD United’s preparations for the new Sky Bet League Two season got up and running this week, with the players returning to training on Monday. The fi rst-team squad were put through their paces on the fi rst day with endurance and sprint tests. United’s fi rst pre-season fi xture is in nine days time against Farnborough and the players were expected to step up their training as the week progressed. New striker Danny Hylton joined the squad, while James Roberts, Sam Humphreys, Josh Ashby and Aidan Hawtin began their fi rst day as professional footballers. Head coach Gary Waddock was pleased to see his players and to begin pre-season. “It is good to have everyone back,” he told the club. “Danny Hylton settled in straight away and we have Jon Meades and Johnny Mullins back after injury last season so it was a good positive start. “Monday was more about settling in, talking through what we expect from them as individuals and as a group and how we plan to achieve it, and then easing back in to the hard work that they will do throughout pre-season.” Waddock added: “They had programmes to stick to

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through the summer and fi rst impressions were very good. “They have been thoroughly tested and the results will be studied and then the serious hard work starts as the week builds up.” Meanwhile, Oxford United’s ladies’ team recorded their fi rst victory in the Women’s Super League 2 last Sunday, with a 2-1 win over Durham. United are now off the bottom of the table, thanks to spectacular goals from Kayliegh Hines and Jemma Connor-lommi. However, it did not start well for United as, despite their positivity, Emily Scott fi red Durham into the lead at the back post. Oxford were soon back in the game as Hines spotted Danielle Hill off her line and audaciously floated the ball into the top corner from 40 yards. And Oxford sealed the win late on when Connor-lommi’s corner curled dangerously towards goal and, despite being cleared, crossed the line. As the Guardian went to print, United were in action against Birmingham City in the FA Women’s Super League Continental Cup.

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