Electric Blanket Testing – Autumn 2025

Cherwell District Council/Oxfordshire County Council are inviting residents to plan ahead and take advantage of free electric blanket testing before the colder months.To utilise the testing you will need to book your slot. Working alongside Oxfordshire County Council, Trading Standards and Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service we have two sessions in Cherwell to help you gain peace of mind that your electric blanket is safe to use during winter.Our sessions will be on 24 September 2025 in Bicester and 8 October 2025 in Banbury.You can pre-book your spot by calling 01865 519800 and selecting option 4, or online at https://service.oxfordshire.gov.uk/blankettesting or emailing duty.officer@oxfordshire.gov.ukThe address and a specific time slot will be provided at time of booking.————————–