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The sun is shining on tables and chairs outside a cafe. A faded brown canopy hangs over the front of the cafe.
White chalk writing on a black sign outside the coffee house reads Queen's Lane Coffee House "the oldest established coffee house in Europe since 1654. An older couple sit at one of the tables at the far corner of the image

The pioneering coffee house serving since 1645

Radio Oxford visits the historic shop that has been serving the city since the Civil War.

King Charles III laughs after he unveiled a plaque which accidentally fell to the floor during a visit to Oxford Photovoltaics Limited (Oxford PV), a trailblazing Oxfordshire enterprise developing advanced solar panels capable of converting more of the sun's spectrum into clean, affordable energy.

King jokes plaque will go in the 'downstairs loo'

His Majesty made the joke during a visit to a "trail-blazing" solar panel company in Oxford.

Two large ground-mounted solar panels are pictured in a green field facing towards the sky which is a mix of cloud and sun.

Government decision on 2,400 acre solar farm delayed

A decision on plans for Botley West Solar Farm in Oxfordshire will now be made by September.

Police officers demonstrate the arrest a man during a patrol of the streets.

Pair arrested on suspicion of financing terrorism

A 50-year-old man and 35-year-old woman - both from Oxford - are arrested.

Police officer wearing a high vis jacket that says "police"

Three men charged with raping teen girl in 2005

The three men are accused of a carrying out the attacks in Oxfordshire and Berkshire.

First black mayor in role's 800-year history chosen

Chewe Munkonge has been chosen to take up the role in Oxford, subject to his re-election in May.

Professor Chris Lavy is wrapped up in an orange blanket on a stretcher and is smiling after breaking his ankle

Orthopaedic surgeon airlifted after coast fall

An Oxford surgeon who regularly treats broken ankles becomes the “unexpectedly casualty”.

Theme park general view

The theme park boom that could generate billions

BBC South looks at new plans for theme parks across the region and their potential impact.

Protestors from 'Save Our Museum' outside Oxford Town Hall in November. They are holding placards opposing the fees.

Museum charges to remain despite opposition

Almost 2,000 people have signed a petition calling for free entry to the Museum of Oxford.

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