Faringdon5 days ago'Iconic' folly trust appeals for repairs supportThe essential repairs to the tower brickwork are scheduled for completion at the end of July.5 days ago25 May 2026The cat who jumped off a boat to find his 'forever family'Horatio the tabby cat arrived at the former country home of William Morris one day and quickly became resident.25 May 202622 Apr 2026Residents warned about series of tip closuresOxfordshire County Council will close six of its household waste recycling centres in May and June.22 Apr 202621 Jan 2026Science park approved on nature reserve quarry siteThe former quarry near Faringdon is a site of special scientific interest.21 Jan 202625 Dec 2025Festive scenes and lights dazzle across the SouthGet festive with these twinkling wonderland displays and seasonal sights.25 Dec 20251 Dec 2025MP sounds alarm over fire service shake-upProposals include relocating firefighters and fire engines away from larger stations.1 Dec 20257 Nov 2025Lord of the Rings tower to celebrate 90th birthdayA well-known landmark thought to have links to JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings novels turns 90.7 Nov 20257 Nov 2025Lord of the Rings tower to celebrate 90th birthdayFaringdon Folly is celebrating with an event where the dress-code is wear pink with fairy lights.7 Nov 20259 Sep 2025Repair fund for famous landmark reaches £350,000 Faringdon Folly in Oxfordshire is thought to have inspired Saruman's Tower of Orthanc in JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. 9 Sep 2025...
