Oxford Mail Christmas message to readers in Oxfordshire

We hope you are all having a fun, relaxing, and all-round festive break with friends, friends, and loved ones.

A big thank you to all of you who have been following our content throughout the year. 

Our reporters have been interviewing, scribbling, and typing away to produce plenty of Christmas features for you to read over the holidays with a cup of tea, coffee or perhaps something a little stronger.

Here are some of the articles to keep a look out for during the final days of 2023:

• Ever wondered what the best mince pie in Oxford is? Well, now you can find out after our reporter, Matthew Norman, tried and tested a dozen or so! Likewise, reporter Noor Qurashi tried and tested all the best hot chocolates.
• Is church bellringing a hobby in decline? Let's find out.
• Ever wondered what happens in criminal courts over Christmas? Reporter Gee Harland shares the insider knowledge. More lenient sentences? Festive hats instead of wigs?
• The best pictures of Oxfordshire 2023!
• How much did the council spend on Christmas decorations this year? More than you? An FOI reveals all.
• Get ready to make your plans for the New Year as we reveal all the events to look out for in 2024 across South Oxfordshire
• A round-up of all the best animal stories from Oxfordshire this year - this is one you cannot miss. 
• Haven't made plans for New Years Eve? Don't worry, we've compiled a list of the best ideas to ensure you bring in 2024 the right way!

There will also be Christmas messages ga'lore from key figures across Oxfordshire, as long as round-ups of the best stories and lookaheads for the New Year.

Once again, we would like to wish you all a very, merry Christmas followed by a healthy and happy 2024.

Enjoy the mince pies and turkey!