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3 local stories that'll make you smile 1 business spotlight you didn't know existed Weekend events actually worth attending Zero fluff, all Bicester
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Why This Town Needs This
Bicester has brilliant people doing brilliant things. They just needed someone to tell their stories. So we do.
Everything you get in your weekly email
No algorithms deciding what you see. No negative news drowning out the good stuff. Just honest stories about the people and places that make Bicester worth caring about. The baker perfecting her recipe. The volunteer changing lives. The neighbour you should know.
Stories That Stick With You
The charity shop volunteer who's worked there 15 years. The teenager starting a dog-walking business. The couple who turned their garage into a community workshop. Real people, real stories, told properly.
Events You'll Actually Attend
Forget scrolling through seven Facebook groups to find out what's on. We do that bit for you. Markets, gigs, charity fundraisers, workshops - curated every week so you don't miss the good stuff happening in your own town.
Local Stories
Every week we share three stories about Bicester people doing something worth celebrating. The mum launching her business. The volunteer changing lives. The neighbour everyone loves. No drama, just good humans.
Community Events
We hunt down the farmers' markets, charity fundraisers, open mic nights, and community gatherings actually worth your time. Curated every Friday so your weekend has a plan.
Business Spotlight
The independent shop that's been here 30 years. The new café everyone's talking about. The service you didn't know existed. We shine a light on local businesses that deserve your support.
Weekly Newsletter
One email, every Friday at 3pm. Three stories, upcoming events, one business feature, and zero spam. Takes five minutes to read with your cuppa. Unsubscribe anytime with one click.
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Read it on your phone while waiting for the bus. Forward the good bits to your neighbour. Screenshot events for your family WhatsApp. Works perfectly on whatever device you're holding.
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Missed last week's email? Want to find that café we featured in August? Every story lives on our website so you can search back through months of Bicester highlights.
Things to Do
Beyond the weekly events, browse our full calendar of what's happening in Bicester. Filter by date, type, or location. From kids' activities to evening gigs, find something that gets you off the sofa.
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Every independent shop, café, service, and local business we've featured. Searchable by category. Need a plumber? Looking for vintage clothes? Support local instead of scrolling through Google ads.
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Bicester’s changing fast, but the best parts of this town aren’t the new builds or the outlet village. They’re the people who’ve been here for decades and the newcomers bringing fresh energy. We’re here to tell both stories.
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Residents calling Bicester home. Some since the 1970s, some since last month. Everyone deserves to feel like they belong here.
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People visit Bicester Village every year. They come for designer bags, leave without ever seeing the real Bicester. The town behind the outlet mall deserves attention too.
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Independent businesses on our high streets. Not chains, not franchises – real people running real shops that need your support more than ever.
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Every Friday. That’s all it takes to feel connected to the Bicester that tourists never see. The real stories, the actual community, the town worth staying for.
"Moving to Bicester was daunting, but HelloBicester became my guide to the community. I've made friends through events I discovered and found all my local services through their recommendations."
⸻ Mr. Roberts, Business Kingsmere Resident
If you've got questions, we've got the answers.
HelloBicester is not news company, it’s community. We focus exclusively on positive, uplifting stories about Bicester people, businesses and events. No crime, no complaints – just celebration of what makes our community special.
Every Wednesday or Friday morning, based on plan you choose. Idea is to give you a fresh start to the week with the latest Bicester stories and upcoming weekend events.
Absolutely! Our core newsletter will always be free for Bicester residents. We’re committed to building community connections, not charging for access.
Yes! From Bicester Village to Kingsmere, Langford Village to the eco-town developments, we cover events and stories across our entire community. Soon we will chance website too give you an option to add events.
We’d love that! Email us at press@hellobicester.co.uk with your Bestershire story idea or local business we should feature.”
