A festive bus will be back to tour the streets of Oxfordshire this weekend in its annual outing.

Now in its fifth year, residents will get to spot the Oxford double decker draped in Christmas lights out on the streets.

The event comes from City Sightseeing Oxford, Oxford Bus Company and Thames Travel, in partnership with Get Radio, and is free for all.

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The company website said: “We’re passionate about bringing joy to our community.

“That’s why we’re excited to bring back this fantastic and free festive event to the streets of Oxford this year.”

The bus will stop at points voted for by people in Oxfordshire, covering most towns in the county over the three Saturdays in December in the run up to the big day.

Accompanied by Christmas classics music provided by Get Radio, the bus will distribute treats to children and adults at each of its stopping locations.

Members of staff will be dressed like elves to spread the festive cheer and give out sweets.

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The first date on the festive route will include Headington, Thame, and Chalgrove on Saturday, December 7.

The Christmas light bus route for 2024The Christmas light bus route for 2024 (Image: Newsquest) The next date, December 14, includes stops in Kennington, Abingdon, Didcot and Wallingford.

The final day of the festive bus route includes Littlemore, Oxford City Centre, and Wolvercote.

All designated stops are on the bus timetable and begin shortly after dark, about 4pm, to get the most out of the Christmas lights.

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A full list of the bus stops and times can be found on the bus company website.