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Oxford Must Do's
Oxford Farmers’ Market
Every Sunday, local producers gather to sell their wares at this traditional authentic farmers’ market. Open year round, 9am-12pm.
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Oxford Museum
Delving into Oxford's rural past, the museum preserves a superb collection of historic items and farming equipment which represent the lives and times of a bygone era.
Kowhai Horse Treks
Groom and tack up your horse, then jump on the saddle for countryside treks saturated in Canterbury Plains’ views. Free transfers from Oxford when you book a full-day tour.
Big Rock Adventures
If you love water, action and adventure then canyoning is for you! Journey through pristine waterways and waterfalls, zip lining, abseiling, sliding and jumping around in nature’s waterpark.
Ashley Gorge Holiday Park
Not far from Oxford is this scenic holiday park nestled in the foothills on the side of the Ashley River. Great for a day trip or longer. Take your togs, pack up the kids, throw in the dog and take a picnic.
Top Oxford Eateries
Head to Cruisy Day Diners for that 1950s vibe or Sheffield Pie Shop to taste their award-winning pies.
Oxford Forest Conservation Area
Scribbled with a variety of hiking tracks, trails range from a few hours to overnight, snaking through tangled forest. Treat yourself with a dip in the Ryde Falls, a five-tired waterfall.
Oxford Conservation Area, credit Visit Waimakariri
Canyoning
Tui canyon slices through dense forest here, perfect for rambles, scrambles, swims and abseiling. Meet the guides from Canyoning Christchurch in Glentui and embark on a three-hour adventure.
Mt Thomas Tracks
Forty minutes from Glentui, tramps range from a few hours to several, weaving through native forest. Far-reaching views of the Canterbury Plains and Banks Peninsula will impress.
