DJ Richard Strange ran Music Box record store in Wallingford until it closed in 2019 due to tough trading conditions.

In recent years, he has been running a pop-up record store at the Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot to take advantage of the “vinyl revival”, a growing trend for music fans to choose to buy vinyl records instead of downloading songs.

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Usually Mr Strange runs the pop-up at the arts centre on the last Saturday of the month, and it was busy with music fans at the weekend.

While he no longer has a record shop on the high street, he retains an extensive collection to sell and play.

‘Crate diggers’ at the Music Box pop-up shop at Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot (Image: Ed Nix)

As well as searching through the crates, customers got the chance to try out being a DJ on the record decks.

Before the pop-up, Mr Strange told customers: “Join us for a laid-back day of music, vinyl and good vibes with Music Box Record Shop popping up.

“Browse a great selection of records, discover something new, and if you’re feeling brave bring your favourite vinyl and take a spin on the decks.

“Whether you’re an experienced DJ or just want to give it a go, everyone’s welcome.”

Riverman Records and Truck Store in Oxford sell vinyl records, while Truck’s sister shop in Witney also has a large stock of vinyl including a dedicated space upstairs.

Records are also sold at Gloucester Green market in Oxford on Saturday, and occasionally on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday.

In Wantage, Play It Again Sam sells secondhand vinyl and CDs from Wednesday to Saturday.

The man, who was in his 70s, was driving eastbound on the dual carriageway in his blue Jaguar X-Type when the crash happened.

Emergency services attended the crash between Wheatley and the M40 at around 6pm on Thursday, May 28.

The blue Jaguar towing the caravan is believed to be the only vehicle involved in the crash and the driver died at the scene.

Crashed caravan on the A40 close to Wheatley (Image: SangHyuk)

One family member, Dion O’Brien, said in tribute: “To hear you’ve passed in such a tragic way is heartbreaking.

“I have fond childhood memories that came flooding back to me hearing this sad news. Rest in peace, reunited with granny and grampy. My love goes out to my cousins and aunt.

“Memories are the golden chain that bind us, until we meet again. RIP.”

Steven Hanlon, brother of the unnamed victim, added: “You are sorely missed brother.”

Oxford Mail reader Julie Smith said: “Sending thoughts and love to all your family.”

A motorist who got in touch with this newspaper having been first on scene said he is “so saddened” to hear of the “tragic” death.

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He added: “My heart goes out to the driver’s family and everyone affected by this accident.”

Thames Valley Police traffic policeman Grant Summersbee said: “I would like to express my sincere condolences to the family of the man who has sadly died as a result of this collision.”

Police continue to appeal for witnesses to the incident to come forward as part of their investigation.

The A40 was closed for several hours into the night after the crash while collision investigation work and the subsequent recovery of the vehicle was carried out.

Mr Summersbee added: “I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to please come forward.

“I also ask drivers who were in the area before the collision, particularly those travelling on the opposite carriageway at around 6pm, to review their dash-cam footage, as it may contain information that could assist our investigation.

“Finally, I would like to thank those who stopped to help at the scene, and to those affected by the incident for their patience and cooperation. This is a tragic case, and we are grateful for the public’s support.”

Pictures taken roadside show the caravan on its roof, detached from the vehicle that was towing it.

Anyone with information can call 101 or make an online report via our website, quoting reference number 43260265755.

If you prefer to remain anonymous, you can contact Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.

Maintenance work will be carried out on the Cow Lane underpass in Didcot from this Sunday, June 7 to create a “brighter, safer and more welcoming” route for everyone to use.

South Oxfordshire District Council said the underpass will be closed between 9.30am and 3.30pm daily until Wednesday, June 10.

However, on Monday, June 8 it will remain open to pedestrians and cyclists with an alternative route for drivers.

Cow Lane underpass in Didcot (Image: Google Maps)

The new look area will include an interactive light display consisting of panels along the pedestrian footpath side of the underpass, which will respond to movement as pedestrians travel through the space with subtle light animations.

The piece of art, commissioned by Didcot Garden Town, is named ‘The Cow Lane Connecting Communities artworks’ and is created by artists Raphael Daden and Second Nature Studio.

An outdoor gallery for residents and visitors is being designed to create a more positive, welcoming environment from the station and into Cow Lane underpass which is a key pedestrian and cycling route.

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Six local community organisations contributed ideas for the artwork including Ladygrove Park Primary School, All Saints C of E Primary School, Didcot TRAIN and more than 320 community members.

Anne-Marie Simpson, cabinet member for planning policy, described the existing work done at Didcot Parkway Station as looking “great” and said she couldn’t wait for the latest to be complete.

Anne-Marie Simpson (Image: Supplied)

“It has already created a warmth and colourful welcome as you arrive at the station and for that to continue as you head into the town is wonderful,” she said.

“It’s great to see so many different community organisations working together to contribute to the project and make it celebration of Didcot and the people that live and work here.

“We thank everyone in advance for their patience during the road closure while this work takes place.”

The artwork has been jointly funded by the government’s UKSPF (£36,000), Great Western Railway’s Customer and Community Improvement Fund (£15,000), and £10,000 previously allocated to public art through the South Oxfordshire District Council Didcot Garden Town Delivery Plan to help regenerate the area.

Emma Morris, Great Western Railway’s senior community impact manager, added: “Our Customer and Community Improvement Fund is a superb programme that allows us to invest locally in projects that have a positive and meaningful impact for our customers and our communities.

“We’re proud to work together with South Oxfordshire District Council’s Didcot Garden Town team and Oxfordshire County Council to support the improvements to the Cow Lane underpass that will benefit both our customers and the wider Didcot community.”