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Kidlington Voice
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July 2026
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ARTICLE   Lincroft Meadow Care Home 2026

Residents and staff at Lincroft Meadow Care Home are delighted to share an image of their fabulous new knitted meadow — now proudly on display at the front of the home.

The stunning piece has been created by the Kidlington WI Knit and Natter Group. The talented group have been busy since February 2026, making over 500 individual knitted items and then sewing them onto a canvas large enough to be seen from the top of Lincroft's driveway!
The bespoke work contains a wonderful collection of knitted daisies, buttercups, poppies, cornflowers, stems, white campions, butterflies, and bees. The home's residents also knitted some lovely pink campions to add to the colourful display. It has been a real pleasure to get to know the lovely ladies who worked so hard to create this for us. We are absolutely delighted with the result. Lincroft says: Thank you very much to everyone involved!

Discover more about Kidlington's Lincroft Meadow Care Home by clicking here.





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Snippets July 2026


Thames Valley Police Stay informed here.

Be a School Governor? Contact Kidlington's Edward Feild Primary School here.

Oxford Mail Newspaper Reporting about Kidlington here.

Kidlington News Magazine This month's edition of the printed magazine produced by Churches Together is now available from retail outlets in the Kidlington area.

Kidlington's Wikipedia Page Visit the town's entry here.

Local Writer 'The Oxford Chair' by Paul Humphreys is available from the Amazon bookstore. Sample pages here.

Eco Group Follow Kidlington Ecology Group's activities here.

Kidlington Town Council Contact local councillors here.

Local Writer 'The Silent House' by Lynda Renham is available from the Amazon bookstore. Read the book's blurb here.

Got a local snippet? Send yours to alice@kvoice.co.uk.

New Bridge Plans for a new walk bridge from Kidlington's Parkway railway station to an Oxford University data centre. Discover more here.


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ARTICLE   Kidlington News Printed Magazine – Price £1.00

The July 2026 edition of the monthly printed magazine is available from local outlets

The Kidlington News monthly magazine is published and distributed locally under the auspices of the Churches Together in Kidlington.
To arrange for an annual subscription including the magazine's delivery to your door, please email kidnews@btinternet.com

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ARTICLE   Photo Gabriella Blakey 2026

The fine art of Marquetry by Gabriella Blakey

Gabriella studied graphic design in Rome, where she worked as a book illustrator, before going on to do graphic design work in Paris. After that, she moved to Edinburgh, where, in 1984, she became a member of the Scottish Craft Centre, exhibiting painted furniture and objets d'art with pictorial compositions at several galleries including: the Solstice Gallery in Edinburgh, Broughton Gallery near Biggar, and the Carnell Exhibition, Kilmarnock in aid of the Red Cross. Gabriella then came to Oxford, where she joined the Oxfordshire Craft Guild in 1993, and the Ashmolean Museum as Gallery Lecturer.

For her painted furniture she uses acrylics on wood surfaces which have been thoroughly prepared beforehand in order to protect and preserve the design: a silky smooth finish of varnish and then wax is applied. In addition to her paintings, she has introduced a new interest: intaglio, appliqué and inlay using coloured veneers on wood to create a decorative effect. Gabriella says: I love the feel of wood when I work. Trees have brought us the first fire, the first wheel, the first house and a surface to paint on. And I like to be part of this tradition. My graphic design background enhances harmony and symmetry in the designs I create.

Discover more about Gabriella's Marquetry work, here.



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Property and Lettings Agency
Finders Keepers


    Finders Keepers is a highly regarded property agency that has been serving Oxfordshire for over 50 years. With eight offices spread across the county, it is a trusted and reliable source for anyone looking to rent, let, buy, sell or invest in property.

Legal Services
SE-Solicitors


    SE-Solicitors is proud to announce the opening of its new office in Summertown, Oxford, strengthening its commitment to deliver clear, strategic, and relationship-led legal services to businesses and individuals across the region.

AC Drives & Landscaping Services
AC Drives & Landscaping Services


    AC Drives is a local, independent family run business with years of experience. The company prides itself on the quality of its work and the long-lasting relationships it has built with customers over the years. So, whether you are looking for that beautiful driveway, that fabulous patio area, or for some secure fencing, AC can help.

Afro-Caribbean and Asian Supermarket
Two Sisters Afro Shop

    Discover a wide range of African food products including fresh produce, traditional ingredients, snacks and seasonings that can be hard to find in many supermarkets. Visit The Kidlington Centre OX5 2DL or telephone 01865-602245.

Roofing Specialists & Property Maintenance
MLJ Roofing Limited

    Business or home, bungalow or garage — whether its a new roof installation, repair, or maintenance, look to MLJ Roofing Limited for your domestic or commercial roofing requirement carried out in Kidlington and the wider Oxfordshire area. To discuss your project, telephone Matthew on 07739-391873 or email info@mljroofingltd.co.uk

Estate Agent
Thomas Merrifield


    'As an independent local estate agent, we have a wealth of neighbourhood property knowledge and our experienced, friendly teams, working across our network of eight branches, are always happy to give you free impartial advice whether you are thinking of selling, buying, letting or renting a property.'

Marquetry — Art in wood
Gabriella Blakey Marquetry


    Marquetry is the decorative art and craft of applying thin slices of wood, called veneers, to a surface like furniture or decorative objects to form intricate pictures or patterns. Visit Gabriella's online book for examples of her extensive range of work.

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Kidlington Voice Online


    Promote your local enterprise here on Kidlington Voice Online — with local articles produced by local writers for local readers; local enterprises and businesses advertised; local events notified with upcoming notable dates. KV is published on the global World Wide Web: for Kidlington, Oxfordshire, and the entire online universe – and is free to view. Contact: alice@kvoice.co.uk

Care Home
Lincroft Meadow Care Home


    Lincroft Meadow provides 24-hour residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for the elderly in an elegant and spacious home incorporating numerous thoughtful and practical features which ensure the home can meet the changing needs of its residents.

Based in Kidlington
Oxon City Drainage


    Oxon City Drainage understands the urgency of a drainage disaster, which is why it offers a 24-hour service. The firm's experience, skillset and know-how allow it to identify and clear all kinds of blockages, as well as ensuring long-lasting reliability. The company's number one goal is to provide an effective solution with a first-class service.
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