About HelloBicester

HelloBicester is a local community-powered newsletter and resource directory created to highlight the positive, uplifting, and practical news in Bicester, Oxfordshire. We think there is enough crime reporting and complaints elsewhere. Instead, we focus on celebrate what makes Bicester a great place to live, work, and grow.

Our "Zero Fluff" Policy

Your time is valuable. That's why our newsletter is built for quick reading. Every Friday morning, we deliver a curated list of Bicester town updates, local interest spotlights, business highlights, and upcoming events. No filler, no sensationalism—just direct, helpful community connection.

A Scaling Resource for Bicester

While the newsletter is our starting point, our vision is to build HelloBicester into a comprehensive, one-stop resource for the Bicester town community. Over the coming phases, we will roll out new features to serve our town:

• Services Directory: A trusted list of local plumbers, electricians, builders, gardeners, and home services.
• Events Calendar: A town-wide agenda of farmer's markets, library activities, workshops, live music, and community fundraisers.
• Shopping & Local Guides: Curated highlights of local shops, coffee spots, restaurants, and independent retailers.
• Travel & Transport: Local travel updates, rail/bus schedules, roadworks warnings, and Bicester planning news.

Get Involved

This is a community platform, and it thrives on your involvement. Got a local achievement to share? Want to highlight a volunteer group? Running an event or local business? We want to hear from you. Send us your stories, events, and feedback directly.