Old Marston Parish Council

We would like to say thank to all our volunteers who joined us for our 2026 OxClean litter pick in Old Marston.

Our next annual litterpick is this Saturday 7th March meeting outside Mortimer Hall at 10:00. Sacks and litter pickers provided. Just turn up. Contact us for more information.

The Spring fun day will be on Saturday 28th March 2026 from 10:00 to 13:00 in the church hall and in the church and vicarage grounds. It is a free event for the whole community and all ages and you are all welcome.

Our next main meeting will be Monday 2nd March 2026 at Mortimer Hall starting 19:00. You are welcome to attend. You can download the agenda here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Old_Marston_...

River levels in Oxfordshire A small number of flood warnings are in place in Oxfordshire with a much higher number of flood alerts covering much of the countyThis is due to persistent and often heavy rainfall during the second h...

A small number of flood warnings are in place with a much higher number of flood alerts covering much of the county. Periods of rain are forecast this weekend, alongside ice. This page on our website guides you to key information: news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/heavy-rain-i...

Several of us are organising an Art Day for local artists to showcase their work, sell anything and maybe do some activities to engage visitors. This will Saturday 16th May 2026 10:00 to 13:00 at Mortimer Hall. To find out more or to take part please call 07706-998224 or email art@marstonmarket.com.

There is an up-to-date poster showing activities for children and young people in our local area. You can download it here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Young_People...

The next Repair Café is Saturday 28th February 2026 from 14:00 to 17:00 at the church hall, Elsfield Road. To book slot please can the QR code on the poster or email repairmarston@gmail.com

Marston Ferry Road will be closed to facilitate surface sealing works starting 04:00 Wednesday 29th April 2026 and finishing by 18:00 Sunday 3rd May 2026. For more information: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Marston_Ferr.... For map of diversion: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Marston_Ferr....

The next Marston Community Market will be Saturday 21s March 2026 from 10:00 to 13:00 at Mortimer Hall. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. We look forward to seeing you there. You can find out more on our website: marstonmarket.com

The draft version of the Oxford Local Plan for 2045 is now out. It contains proposed developments in Old and New Marston. You can have your say here: consultation.oxford.gov.uk/planning-ser...

The next OxClean litterpicks will be Saturday 7th March 2026, meeting outside Mortimer Hall at 10:00, and Saturday 14th March 2026 meeting the playground in Croft Road Rec. Litterpickers and sack provided - just turn up or contact us for more information.

Our next main meeting is Monday 2nd February 2026 at Mortimer Hall starting at 19:00. You are welcome to join us. You can download the agenda here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Old_Marston_...

We have produced an up-to-date poster showing activities in our area for children and young people: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Young_People...

The cycle lane along Cherwell Drive from Oxford Road to Marsh Lane will be closed for surfacing works from 2nd March 6th March 2026 for 24hrs. You can download the traffic order notice here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Cycle_Lane_C... and the map here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Cycle_Lane_C...

We would like your views on developing the OPT Rec in Mill Lane. With the developments there is a strong need for recreational facilities here. You can do the online survey here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/mlr/. You can email play@oldmarston-pc.gov.uk with your ideas or queries, or to get involved.

Our next main meeting is Monday 5th January 2025 in Mortimer Hall starting at 19:00 - all welcome. You can download the agenda here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Old_Marston_...

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.

The Marston Speedwatch group are looking for volunteers who would be interested in helping monitor and report speeding and dangerous traffic in Marston. You will be provided with speed monitoring equipment and training. Contact Kate for more information: cllrkrobinson@oxford.gov.uk.

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/

Our next and final meeting for this year is tomorrow, Monday 1st December 2025 starting at 19:00 in Mortimer Hall - all welcome. Download the agenda here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Old_Marston_...

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.

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...

When your wife celebrates your successes then that is a good woman and you are blessed!

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.

Mortimer Hall are looking for a part time cleaner for Sunday evenings and some additional hours when needed. For more information or to apply please email Charlotte at admin@mortimerhall.co.uk. You can download the job details here: mortimerhall.co.uk/Mortimer_Hal...

Our next main meeting will be 19:00 Monday 3rd November 2025 at Mortimer Hall. You can download the agenda here: www.oldmarston-pc.gov.uk/Old_Marston_...