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Promoting Tourism in West Oxfordshire

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We are so lucky to have a wealth of both natural beauty and other attractions which encourage millions of visitors to Oxfordshire each year.  With historical attractions such as Blenheim Palace, and family friendly Cotswold Wildlife Park and Crocodiles of the World, our tourist economy is booming.  

Tourism helps support thousands of jobs and is a valuable contributor to our local economy.  I am proud that West Oxfordshire attracts visitors globally who come to see the fantastic place we live, as well as providing excellent days out for families much closer to home. 

I enjoy the variety of things to do in West Oxfordshire, visiting with my young family, and I continue to work with local businesses to ensure we can continue to showcase West Oxfordshire.

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Robert's 2018 Highlights in 60 Seconds

Tuesday, 1 January, 2019

2018 was a very busy year indeed with much to celebrate both locally and nationally. Here are just some of my highlights from last year - in 60 seconds!

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Robert and family visit Amazing Animals in Heythrop

Sunday, 16 September, 2018

Robert and family visited local attraction, Amazing Animals, near  Heythrop.  A hidden gem, Amazing Animals has been involved in the professional training and supplying of a wide range of animals for the media industry for four decades.

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Robert and family visit Kelmscott Manor

Wednesday, 8 August, 2018

Robert said, "We are lucky to have the beautiful Kelmscott Manor in West Oxfordshire - former home of William Morris - which brings visitors from far and wide.  My family and I greatly enjoyed that chance to wander the grounds and I am always keen to support local attractions."

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Robert joins Abingdon & Witney College at Blenheim Palace to present the Student of the Year Awards

Thursday, 5 July, 2018

Robert said, "Greatly enjoyed joining students and staff from Abingdon and Witney College for their Student of the Year Awards in the beautiful Blenheim Palace last night - well done to all who collected prizes!

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Robert visits Bladon Caravan Park

Tuesday, 10 April, 2018

Robert said, "The approach of spring and summer brings thoughts of holidays; right here in the UK we have a wealth of natural beauty and leisure interest, often on our doorsteps.

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Robert visits Foxholes with the BBOWT

Friday, 6 April, 2018

Robert said, "It was great to visit Foxholes near Bruern recently with representatives from the Berks Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust.

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Robert celebrates English Tourism Week at Cotswold Wildlife Park

Tuesday, 3 April, 2018

Robert visited Cotswold Wildlife Park as part of English Tourism Week.  Robert said:

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Robert meets with Wychwood parish councillors at Cornbury Park

Tuesday, 13 February, 2018

Robert met with local parish councillors for the Wychwood parish at Cornbury Park today.  It was a great discussion about the issues affecting residents, but also the benefits that a fantastic tourist attraction like Cornbury Park can bring to the area, and how best to balance these.

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Robert Courts meets with Cogges Farm

Friday, 9 February, 2018

Cogges Farm has been a mainstay in Witney for generations, and Robert is pleased that it is going from strength to strength.  It is testament to the community support it has received since the Cogges Heritage Trust was created in 2009. 
 

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Robert Courts meets with Blenheim Palace representatives

Friday, 26 January, 2018

Robert today met with representatives from Blenheim Palace to discuss issues brought by tourism, such as parking, but also the many amazing schemes the Palace is funding through its tourism income.

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