Oxford News
Rare limited edition 2019 Peter Rabbit 50p coin snapped up on eBay
The coin was released by The Royal Mint in 2019 as part of a limited edition of 500, originally priced at £980.
The coin was described on eBay as being in “mint condition” and came boxed with a Certificate of Authenticity.
It attracted nine bids before being sold for £1,552.40.
That was before the £11.95 delivery fee.
The coin features a design of the beloved character Peter Rabbit, created by Beatrix Potter.
It was the first time a Peter Rabbit Gold Proof Coin had been released individually by The Royal Mint.
The item description from the eBay seller states: “This limited edition coin celebrates the beloved character created by Beatrix Potter and is a valuable addition to any coin collection.
“With its charming design and mint condition, this coin is a perfect gift for any avid coin enthusiast or fan of Peter Rabbit.”
The 22 carat gold coin is no longer available from The Royal Mint.
Oxford News
Exclusive look at £24m Cotswolds holiday resort opening in 2027
It was announced last month that design-led eco cabin resort brand CABÜ would develop a new destination in the iconic strip of UK countryside.
CABÜ in the Cotswolds is a luxury cabin retreat scheduled to open next year on a 25-acre woodland space in Langley, near Witney.
This site was originally built as a radio transmission station and was then redeveloped in the late 1980s, used by British Telecom as a residential training centre for 15 years.
READ MORE: Over 25,000 people to descend on Jeremy Clarkson’s farm this summer
An artist’s impression of CABÜ in the Cotswolds. (Image: CABÜ)
From 1993, the renamed Leafield Technical Centre was expanded into a specialist motorsport facility, but it has stood abandoned since 2014 when the Caterham team went into administration.
Planning permission for the CABÜ’s Cotswolds project was approved by West Oxfordshire District Council back in November 2023.
Last month, the brand said that construction is “well underway”, with the resort firmly on track for its planned 2027 opening.
Now, new drone photographs show the West Oxfordshire site being transformed in preparation for its 2027 opening date.
READ MORE: Olympic legend aiming to break world record at edge of Cotswolds
The Oxfordshire site where CABÜ in the Cotswolds will be built. (Image: Ed Nix)
Diggers can be seen in the shots, which also show the land cleared, ready for the foundations to be set in.
Some buildings are already there, but it is expected these will be joined by the new cabins and other facilities over the coming months.
The resort will feature 51 self-catered eco-cabins ranging from one to three bedrooms.
Bosses say each cabin will showcase “beautifully considered interiors, combining contemporary finishes, natural materials and warm, inviting living spaces that complement the surrounding setting”.
READ MORE: King Charles offers £30,000 sum for help at home in Cotswolds
The Oxfordshire site where CABÜ in the Cotswolds will be built. (Image: Ed Nix)
In keeping with CABÜ’s ethos of mindful, low-impact tourism, the resort will offer a variety of facilities focused on relaxation and connection with nature.
These include an indoor swimming pool as well as a natural swimming pond.
Elsewhere, there will be a nature spa with saunas, hot tubs and plunge buckets as well as an on-site shop, two bars and an events studio.
CABÜ House, a central social hub with reception, lounge and dining spaces, will also be available alongside “low-adrenaline” experiences such as woodland walks, yoga sessions and digital-detox retreats.
The brand’s founders, JP Ledwidge and Olivia Hutchinson, said in a statement: “CABÜ in the Cotswolds reflects our belief that modern hospitality should be both design-forward and environmentally responsible.
READ MORE: First look at Clarkson’s Farm series five as new photos released
The Oxfordshire site where CABÜ in the Cotswolds will be built. (Image: Ed Nix)
“Today’s travellers are seeking more than just a place to stay — they want immersive experiences that support wellbeing, foster connection, and allow them to slow down.
“This new resort has been designed with exactly that in mind.”
It has been announced this week that bookings are expected to open in late 2026, with year-round stays available.
The company already runs two popular resorts, CABÜ by the Sea on Romney Marsh, Kent, and CABÜ by the Lakes in County Cavan, Ireland.
Oxford News
Towcester: Woman hospitalised after single-car crash on A43
Northamptonshire Police is appealing for witnesses to the serious collision on the A43 in Towcester, Northampton, at about 11.30am today (Monday, April 27).
Described as a ‘single-vehicle collision’, the incident occurred on the southbound carriageway at the junction of Towcester Road, and involved the driver of a white Toyota Aygo.
READ MORE: Major police presence at Oxford park for emergency incident
The driver, a woman in her 50s, was taken to hospital with ‘serious injuries’, according tot the force.
Officers from the serious crime investigation unit are now appealing for anyone who may have seen the incident or who may have dash-cam footage to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to email collisionappeals@northants.police.uk or call the Drivewatch Hotline on 0800 174615, or Northamptonshire Police on 101, quoting reference number 26000241000.
Oxford News
Three arrests in Oxford after ‘stabbing’ at Port Meadow
A significant police presence and paramedic emergency responders were spotted in Godstow Road, Wolvercote, on Sunday evening after an incident on Port Meadow.
Eyewitness reports say the incident was a ‘stabbing’ and a man was injured on the scene, though this has not been confirmed by the force.
READ MORE: Major police presence at Oxford park for emergency incident
Thames Valley Police confirmed that officers were called to reports of a public order incident at Wolvercote Bathing Place off Godstow Road in the park, at about 6.30pm on Sunday, April 26.
Eyewitness images show a large police presence in Wolvercote (Image: Contributed)
Two men from Oxford, aged 45 and 22, have been arrested on suspicion of affray, and a 30-year-old man from Ealing has been arrested on suspicion of affray and possession of an offensive weapon.
All three suspects remain in police custody.
Commenting on Monday afternoon, a spokesperson for the police said: “Officers were made aware of a report of a public order incident at around 6.30pm yesterday (April 26) on Wolvercote Bathing Place, Godstow Road.
Eyewitness images show a large police presence in Wolvercote (Image: Contributed)
“Enquiries are currently ongoing into this investigation and there is no wider concern at this time.
READ MORE: Oxfordshire emergency search for missing 17-year-old boy
“Anyone with any information please ring 101 and quote the reference 43260204156.”
Thames Valley Police did not confirm if anyone was injured in the incident and has been asked for more information.
The force said a medical episode attended at the same time in Wolvercote was a separate, unrelated incident.
-
Crime & Safety1 week agoBicester man denies sexually assaulting two young girls
-
Oxford News4 weeks agoDrug driving arrest carried out in Oxfordshire market town
-
UK News1 week agoStarmer says it ‘beggars belief’ he wasn’t told about Mandelson vetting failure as he faces Commons – UK politics live | Politics
-
Crime & Safety2 weeks agoLorry overturns on Oxfordshire A43 roundabout with driver trapped
-
UK News6 days agoTV tonight: Shetland meets CSI in a new drama about a disgraced cop | Television
-
Oxford News1 week agoBanbury cake company with 400 year history shut down
-
UK News1 week agoFears over rogue parking by sunrise-chasers at national park after overnight ban
-
UK News1 week agoPhones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans
