HANA Oxford lands in 500+ inboxes every week with the city's most-trusted local digest. News, events, food, property, sport and culture — written by and for people who love Oxford. Partner with us and put your business in front of them.
The audience
Our readers are Oxford locals who care — academics, professionals, families and long-term residents who want to know what's really happening in their city. They've opted in to HANA Oxford because they trust it. When you advertise with us, that trust transfers.
They care about
Published every Thursday — growing fast
What's inside every issue
Humourous, insightful, opinionated — plus this week's biggest stories from credible sources. We find the Oxford stories in the national press, local press, the University, local businesses and crime reports — plus an eye on what the rest of the country is saying about Oxford.
All the latest stories moving the property market, plus the hottest new property listings — covering everything from first-time buyer news to the city's most desirable homes.
We analyse the data that is driving the stories that matter — so readers understand the city, not just the headlines. Numbers made readable, context made clear.
Why HANA
Every reader is in Oxford. No wasted spend on people outside your area. You're talking directly to potential customers who live, work and play in the city — from Cowley to Jericho, Headington to Botley.
Our 40% open rate sits well above the national average for local email. No algorithm chooses who sees your ad — it goes to every one of our 500+ subscribers.
HANA Oxford readers signed up because they trust the curation. Our sponsored content is clearly labelled but written with the same quality as the rest of the newsletter — so it actually gets read.
One in ten readers clicks through on average. That's ten times the typical display ad CTR — driven by genuine interest rather than accidental clicks.
We launched in 2025 and are growing fast. Our readership is engaged and loyal — Oxonians who want the real story behind what's happening in their city. This is a community, not just a mailing list.
From a short shout-out to a full feature, there's a format for every budget. We work with independent businesses, events and local brands of all sizes.
Advertising packages
All placements go out in our Thursday edition to the full list. Copy guidance and deadline is three days before send. We write in your brand's voice — just send us the details.
A short, punchy mention at the bottom of the newsletter. Perfect for a special offer, job listing, or last-minute event — budget-friendly and still reaches the full list.
A dedicated feature within the newsletter, placed in the relevant section — food, events, property or news. The natural format of HANA means it reads like content, not an ad.
Top of the newsletter — the first thing readers see. A full feature written in HANA's editorial voice, giving your brand maximum visibility and credibility with the whole Oxford community.
Build sustained awareness with three consecutive Spotlight placements. Great for a new opening, seasonal campaign, or event with a run-up. Includes a brief performance summary after each issue.
FAQ
Just drop us an email with the package you're interested in and your preferred date. We'll confirm availability and send a simple brief for you to complete. Payment is taken upfront before the send date.
No — we write everything for you in HANA's editorial voice. For Spotlight and Lead Feature placements, we'll ask for a brief description of what you want to promote and any key messages. You'll get to review and approve before we send.
We recommend booking at least two weeks ahead to secure your preferred date and give time for copy drafting. Peak periods (December, summer events season) tend to fill up — the earlier, the better.
For Spotlight placements, yes — we can place your feature in the food, events, property, or news section depending on what you're promoting. Lead Features always appear at the top of the edition.
We don't guarantee specific numbers, but with a 40% open rate and 10% click-through, a typical Spotlight will be seen by around 200 people and generate 50 clicks. We'll share link-click data after each send.
Our audience is Oxford-based, so we're best suited to businesses serving the city — whether that's a local venue, a university-facing service, an event, or a brand that wants to reach the Oxford community. If you're unsure, drop us a line and we'll be honest about whether it's a good fit.
Ready to work together?
We keep things simple. Email us with the package you want, the date you're after, and what you're promoting. We'll take it from there.