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January Welcome to 2012! Happy New Year! Welcome to your first edition of 2012 and what a healthy issue we have for you. Paige has been busy doing Zumba and Yoga - see reviews in this issue - and she’s even got me doing some boxing. All great fun! This is a historic year for many of us for lots of reasons. The Olympics will soon be with us, Euro Championships, our preferred charity, Oxfam, is 70 this year and our VOUCH scheme is up and running with, fingers crossed, our new VOUCH website up and running before long. As you may already know, we’ve hit quite a milestone ourselves. Our next edition will signal our 10th Birthday, so an early ‘thank you’ to all of our advertisers and readers for supporting us for the past 10 years. We will be celebrating at The Ashmolean on 26th January with all of our customers - if you’re a customer and haven’t had your invite, please call me now. Enjoy the magazine. Richard Rosser Editor, In Oxford Magazine

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Contents News

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Events

Oxford City Map

Attractions

Kids

Theatre

Health, Sport & Leisure

Music

Accommodation

Cinema

Restaurants, Cafés & Nightlife

Arts & Antiques

In Oxford Restaurant Review

Shopping

Services

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HIGHLIGHTS News See page 6

Vouch See page 8

Lots of news, mainly about us, which is a bit selfish, but we’ve lots to say and the rest of the magazine is about everyone else so we thought, why not!?

Lead See page 10 ‘The chef added extra tomato to cater to my liking, as they believe each customer deserves a curry special to them.’ The wonderful Malikas!

New Theatre See page 22 “The month ends in riotous fashion with the hit musical Spamalot, lovingly ripped off from Monty Python and the Holy Grail! Making a return visit to Oxford”

We have great offers from Malmaison, Bedlam Paintball, Verde, Malikas, Electric Hair, Kazbar, The Red Lion and more!

Events See page 12 2012 starts off with a bang! We have some great event listings from Science Oxford, Oxford Castle and Oxford Inspires. Theatre events can be found on page 20 and Musical events can be found on page 24.

Cinema See page 27 We have interesting looking films such as ‘The Iron Lady’ and ‘Coriolanus’ and big blockbusters such as ‘The Grey’ and Steven Spielberg’s ‘War Horse’.

TLA Fitness

Yoga Venue

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“The advert claimed that I would 'enhance my boxing skills'. Really? 'What's there to enhance?' I thought.”

Zumba Fitness See page 50 “I hadn’t even started the session and I was already overwhelmed, not by the workout, but by this inspiring woman.”

“Once everyone one was in and the mats layed out the class began, regular attendees were put at the front in order for the beginners to first observe and then, hopefully, emulate!”

OXY Oriental See page 66 “The Oxy Oriental Buffet/ Banquet offers a wide range of scrumptious delicacies where you can refill your plate to your heart’s content. The polite and courteous staff are well informed about the menu and are always on hand to talk you through the variety of dishes that they have available.”

NEWS 2012 Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards

The categories for next year’s Awards have been finalised: Fine Dining - new for 2012! Asian Express Pub Brasserie - new for 2012! Public Vote Best Service - new for 2012!! The Awards committee have been hard at work improving the review process and making sure that all restaurants entering the Awards are really put through their paces. Reviewers will be selected in January, so anyone interested in becoming a reviewer, please contact richard@inoxford.com and your details will be forwarded to the committee. Entering the Awards: All restaurants wishing to enter should log on to www.inoxford.com and click on the 2012 banner on the right hand side of the banner to access the 2012 application form. The Public Vote: Will be open in March next year so keep an eye on www.inoxford.com for developments. Interested in Tickets or Sponsoring next year’s Awards? Call us on 01865 742211 to book tickets for next year’s event at Oxford Castle. For 2012 we actually have less tickets to sell so make sure you are booked in before they all go! We have lots of sponsorship opportunities so please call us now to discuss.

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In Oxford Magazine’s Picks Of The Week The In Oxford team are now providing you with the best events, restaurants, beauty parlors etc to visit in Oxfordshire. Check out the In Oxford homepage to see all of our fantastic Pick of the weeks and if that wasn’t enough you can sign up to our newsletter and get them straight to your inbox! If you would like to find out how to feature in the Pick of the Week for your business, please contact Paige on 01865 742211.

TLA Fitness Need to get fit for 2012? Look no further than TLA Fitness. TLA have grown to be one of Oxfordshire’s most dynamic fitness companies, operating out of local parks, school gyms or even private sessions in your own back garden to provide customers with great locations and invigorating workouts. We tried the Boxercise class (see page 46) which certainly got the heart working. Go on, you know you want to! Contact Tom on 07554 400 401 or visit www.tlafitness.com.

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Malikas Restaurant Offer In the middle of the buzzing area of Cowley Road, you will find Malikas, which guarantees a superior Indian cuisine experience in an elegant atmosphere! At Malikas we focus on great service and wonderful food, so our restaurant really stands out in Oxford’s long list of Indian restaurants. £40 worth of food for only £20 at www.inoxford.com

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Lead Article

In the middle of the buzzing area of Cowley Road, you will find Malikas, which guarantees a superior Indian cuisine experience! The restaurant has just been refurbished and the new looks are very modern. There are seats for 70, which is an extension to the space before the refurbishment, but still the atmosphere is cozy and relaxing. We received a very warm and friendly welcome and our table was ready for us when we arrived. Of course, we started out with poppadoms, which dipped in the chutneys and sauces were already a delicious experience – and we could not resist asking for a second portion! We shared a good bottle of house wine to accompany our tasty intro to Malikas. We were so occupied with the poppadoms that we almost forgot to order, but when we did, not being curry aficionados, we got great advice from our waiter, who was very patient, explaining the differences of the many different dishes to us. Based on this knowledgeable advice, my guest, who normally always stays on the safe side by ordering a chicken Korma, even went for something new. I had chicken Rogan, which I was advised would suit me. The chef added extra tomato to cater to my liking, as they believe each customer deserves a curry special to them. As a side, we ordered Sag paneer, which is a mix of spinach and cheese and also Sag Aloo spinach and potatoes. We happily continued with our poppadoms until the mains arrived, and, God, were they good! Beautifully presented in artistic formed bowls, it was the most enjoyable eating experience! In the end, we were too full for any desserts, but while we finished our drinks, Mohammed, the owner, told us a few more details about the restaurant. He explained to us that Malikas is more than just an average restaurant; most guests are returning customers (even after the refurbishment), which is not surprising, as his chef came 3rd in the UK Best Indian Chef competition in 2011. Mohammed, a kindhearted chap, also sponsors the Oxford Brookes Cricket Team, which we were fortunate enough to meet, as they were eating there on the same night. Future plans include, for example, charity nights to be held at Malikas. For those who work nearby, express lunches are now also available for just £6.95. You will get a choice of a wide selection of mouth watering dishes with the option of rice or naan and a then to finish it off you get a complimentary drink. How about taking a trip down to Malikas on a Sunday? The restaurant now offers an all you can eat buffet for just for £8.95. The buffet includes all most common curry dishes, vegetables, naans and rice, but some dishes change every week, so there is always something new to discover. There are even home made desserts on the menu, so why not get rid of the traditional Sunday Lunch and try something new this Sunday…… We found out that with great service and wonderful food, this restaurant really stands out in Oxford’s long list of Indian restaurants. By Paige Walford 218 Cowley Road Oxford OX4 1UQ Tel: 01865 723029

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Till I Die Wednesday 25th - Friday 28th January: Sometimes, things happen that effect lives profoundly and forever. There are ripples beyond those present through the wider community to family, friends, neighbours and workmates. In 1989, at Hillsborough football ground, Liverpool fans were crushed as the stadium became overcrowded. There were hundreds of injuries. There were 96 deaths. This original piece of theatre, created by the cast with a writer, physical theatre artist and director, unearths the passion shared by thousands and the particular effect this day had on 3 young people. Suitable for ages 8+ Tickets: £7 full price, £5 concessions £4 U18

First Stage: Tea Time Tales Friday 3rd February: Performed by Paper Balloon and guests. Join Paper Balloon for some Tea Time Tales suitable for the whole family to enjoy. Come early to collect and create your own story feast in the café, then settle in for a delightful show of music and tantalizing tales old and new. And you might just become a story teller yourself. Book for tea time at 4pm and join us in the cafe for a cake decorating session before the show! Suitable for ages 4+ and their families. Tickets: £3, Family ticket (max 2 adults) £10 Time: 4.30pm

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The Secret Garden Thursday 19th January: Spoilt orphan, Mary Lennox, is plucked from the bright vibrancy of India and transplanted to a big old house brimming with secrets on the grey Yorkshire moors where she encounters locked doors, a curious robin and strange cries ringing down the corridor… Angel Exit unearth the heart of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic tale for families, older children and adults who fondly remember the book, retelling it in a rich visual style that blends ensemble storytelling with striking physicality, beautiful puppets and live singing. A hidden key unlocks the secret garden, but what will this unlock in Mary? Tickets: Adults £13, Concessions £11, Under 26s £8.50

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Mother Goose Until Sunday 15th January: Packed with all your favourite Playhouse panto ingredients, Mother Goose is an eggs-travaganza of a show, with heroes and villains, slapstick and humour, all your favourite songs, and of course a Dame with a very magical goose. Not to mention, a golden egg!

Suggs Friday 20th January: An access-all-areas backstage pass into the Madness frontmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mind. Join Suggs as he attempts to unravel the mysteries of his own life.

Fairport Convention Saturday 21st January: Kick-starting their latest UK tour at Oxford Playhouse the originators of British folk-rock music perform songs from their most recent studio album, Festival Bell, as well as new material and old favourites chosen by the audience. There will also be an opening set Kieran Goss.

Top Girls Tuesday 24th - Saturday 28th January: One of the seminal plays of the twentieth century, Top Girls flashes with razor-sharp wit and ingenious theatricality. 1980, England. As relevant today as at its inception, Caryl Churchill?s witty and daring landmark play is a moving study of success and reveals the chilling reality of those left behind.

The Hothouse Wednesday 1st - Saturday 4th February: University of Oxford Student Company Illyria Productions presents this play from the master playwright of the modern era. The raw drama of The Hothouse is hauntingly funny and alarmingly prescient.

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Creation Theatre 3rd Floor, Cherwell House, 1-5 London Place, Oxford, OX4 1BD Tel: 01865 761393 Web: www.creationtheatre.co.uk

The Creation Christmas show Until Tuesday 7th January: The Creation Christmas show is back with a gloriously inventive new version of Dickensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; classic story, featuring specially commissioned carols, thrilling ghouls and a generous sprinkling of festive cheer. Take your seat for the perfect evening of fun as Scrooge learns a lesson about the true meaning of Christmas. Tickets: 12.50 - 28.00 Venue: The North Wall Arts Centre.

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The busy Christmas period may be over, but January at the New Theatre is as busy as ever, with a fantastic variety of shows that will appeal to all. Katherine Jenkins launches her brand new UK tour in Oxford (Sat 7 Jan), following the release of her latest album Daydream. Tickets have sold out, but check with Box Office for any returns. Tickets £28.50 - £66. If you want to extend that Christmas feeling into the New Year, Scrooge the Musical is the perfect family night out (9-14 Jan). Starring the inimitable Tommy Steele in the title role, this is a heart-warming story with stunning sets and costumes, specially created illusions and a fantastic musical score which features the Oscar nominated hit Thank You Very Much. Tickets £14.50-£31.50. Concessions available for Groups, Seniors, Children and Families. The Russian State Ballet of Siberia return from 16-18 Jan with Giselle (Mon-Tue eves) and Sleeping Beauty (Wed mat & eve). Two classic stories brought to life by the magnificent costumes and virtuoso performances of the company. Tickets £14.50£35.50. Concessions available. A complete change of pace, as the Chinese State Circus arrive in town (Thu 19 – Fri 20 Jan).The undisputed masters of physical theatre will have the audience enthralled with a breathtaking fusion of precision acrobats, martial arts and dazzling circus skills. Tickets £14-£25. Concessions available. For music lovers, there is The Classic Rock Show (Sat 21 Jan) featuring music from the ten best selling rock albums of all time. From the producers of The Australian Pink Floyd Show, this astounding production brings together the finest rock musicians to present a truly breathtaking new tribute show. Tickets £21-£31. Violin virtuoso Nigel Kennedy appears on Sun 22 Jan, performing a programme including Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Please note, this concert has been rescheduled from Sept 2011. Tickets £35-£45. The month ends in riotous fashion with the hit musical Spamalot, lovingly ripped off from Monty Python and the Holy Grail! Making a return visit to Oxford (23 – 28 Jan), the cast includes musical theatre legend Bonnie Langford and EastEnders and Dancing On Ice favourite Todd Carty as Patsy. Chase away the winter blues and Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life with this feelgood show. Tickets £27.50 to £37.50 Concessions available. Are you a regular theatregoer? If so, why not buy an ATG Theatre Card, which can save you money on your tickets, give you priority on-sale information and avoids the booking and postage fees on most shows. There are also discounts on pre-show and interval drinks, and the card is accepted at 39 venues across the UK and in the West End. The card costs just £30 for a year, and allows you to buy up to 4 tickets at the discounted rates. Many shows offer half price tickets on selected performances for ATG Theatre Card members, so you can make back your £30 in savings on just one show! Ask at the Box Office for details. Web: www.atgtickets.com/oxford

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Music Classical Oxford Philomusica Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, Egrove Park, Oxford OX1 5NY. Tel: 01865 305 305 Web: www.oxfordphil.com. E-mail: info@oxfordphil.com.

Traditional Viennese New Year’s Concert Sunday 1st January: JOHANN STRAUSS II, Waldmeister Overture, Roses from the South Waltz, Champagner Polka, An der schönen blauen Donau Waltz. JOHANN STRAUSS I, Frederica Polka, Radetsky March (Arr. John Georgiadis), Furioso Gallop nach Liszt’s Motiven (Arr. John Georgiadis). JOSEF LANNER New Year’s Gallop. FRANZ LEHAR Gold und Silber Waltz Op. 79. JOHANN II & JOSEF STRAUSS Pizzicato Polka. Gail Pearson soprano, John Georgiadis conductor. Restored to its rightful place on New Year’s Day, the traditional Viennese New Year concert, under the urbane direction of Strauss afficionado John Georgiadis, brings a scintillating sequence of (mostly) familiar waltzes, marches and polkas. Tickets: £37 £26 £17.50 £10 Venue: Oxford Town Hall Time: 3.30pm

Piano Quintets Sunday 22nd January: RACHEL LOCKWOOD, Piano Quintet 'Dying Fall', inspired by 'Portrait of a Lady', T. S. Eliot (World Premiere). VAUGHAN WILLIAMS, Piano Quintet in C minor. SCHUBERT, Piano Quintet in A major, (The Trout) D. 667*. Soloists of Oxford Philomusica, Ceri Owen piano *Marios Papadopoulos piano A new commission by recent Oxford University graduate Rachel Lockwood, Schubert’s ever popular ‘Trout’ and Vaughan Williams’ rarely heard early chamber work – written in 1903 but only recently revived – make up a fascinating trio of piano quintets. Sponsored by Elizabeth and David Ure and Celia and Andrew Curran. Tickets: £20 Venue: TS Eliot Theatre, Merton College Time: 3pm

City Of Oxford Orchestra Tel: 01865 744457. Web: www.cityofoxfordorchestra.co.uk. E-mail: info@cityofoxfordorchestra.co.uk.

Viennese New Year Concert Friday 20th January: Stars of the BBC Young Musician of the Year and the Proms join forces with the exceptional conductor Stephen Bell (also a Proms stalwart) for the Beethoven Triple Concerto. The City of Oxford Orchestra will then whirl the audience to Vienna in a sparkling programme of Mozart and Strauss favourites. Tom Poster Piano Guy Johnston Cello Lily Francis Violin Tickets £8 -£30 Times: 8pm Venue: Sheldonian Theatre

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Daniel Deborah (piano) Chopin – Ballade No.1, Op.23, Chopin – 3 Mazurkas: Op.56 No.2, Op.17 No.4, Op.68 No.4 Chopin – Ballade No.4, Op.52, Rachmaninov – Etudes Tableaux Op.39 Nos 5, 1, 2, 9. 22nd Jan - Holywell Music Room

Turner Ensemble Frances Angell -piano, Jan Schmolk – violin, Sally Jane Pendelbury – cello Messian Quartet for the End of Tim 29th Jan – Holywell Music Room

Sacconi String Quartet Ben Hancox – violin, Hannah Dawson – violin, Robin Ashwell – viola, Cara Berridge – cello, Haydn String Quartet in C, opus 54 no.2, Mendelssohn String Quartet No. 2 in A minor, Op. 13. Further information& TICKETS Oxford Playhouse Box Office online at ticketsoxford.com

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A selection of concertos and choral music by the great composer Steven Grahl harpsichord Choir of New College, Oxford Edward Higginbottom conductor 01865 980 980 www.oxfordphil.com

Faculty of Music of Oxford University Faculty of Music of the University of Oxford, St Aldate’s, Oxford, OX1 1DB Tel: 01865 276133 Web: www.music.ox.ac.uk/events

Research Seminar Tuesday 17th January: Prof Will Kaufman (University of Central Lancashire) 'Woody Guthrie: "The Communist Joe Hill"?' Admission: free, Time: 5.15pm, Venue: Faculty of Music, St Aldate’s

Conducting Masterclass Tuesday 24th January: Nicholas Cleobury will lead student conductors in a day of lessons on conducting techniques, followed by a public masterclass with an orchestra comprised of leading OUMS members. Repertoire: Stravinsky, Scherzo Fantastique Admission: free, Time: 1.30 – 4.30pm, Venue: Faculty of Music, St Aldate’s

Research Seminar Tuesday 24th January: Professor Rhian Samuel (City University, London / New College, Oxford) Speaking about her own compositional work, title TBC Admission: free, Time: 5.15pm, Venue: Faculty of Music, St Aldate’s

Research Seminar Tuesday 31st January: Jonathan Hicks (Lincoln College, Oxford) 'Composing the Quotidian: Erik Satie and the Poetics of Circulation' Admission: free, Time: 5.15pm, Venue: Faculty of Music, St Aldate’s

Viennese New Year Concert

Friday 20th January 8pm SHELDONIAN THEATRE MOZART Marriage of Figaro

BEETHOVEN

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Triple Concerto

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Waltzes, Polkas and Marches

Tom Poster Piano Guy Johnston Cello Lily Francis Violin Stephen Bell Conductor

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Cinema January Film Releases Select highlights of films on in Oxford and Oxfordshire over this month. Please see inoxford.com for more details and trailers. Scan QR Codes on this page to view trailers now! Tweet us what you think of this months releases @inoxford

Coriolanus Coriolanus, a revered and feared Roman General is at odds with the city of Rome and his fellow citizens. Pushed by his controlling and ambitious mother Volumnia to seek the exalted and powerful position of Consul, he is loath to ingratiate himself with the masses whose votes he needs in order to secure the office. When the public refuses to support him, Coriolanusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s anger prompts a riot that culminates in his expulsion from Rome. The banished hero then allies himself with his sworn enemy Tullus Aufidius to take his revenge on the city.

The Grey An group of oil-rig roughnecks crash their plane into the remote Alaskan wilderness. Battling mortal injuries and merciless weather, the survivors have only a few days to escape the icy elements - and a vicious pack of rogue wolves on the hunt who see them as intruders.

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The Iron Lady A surprising and intimate portrait of Margaret Thatcher, the first and only female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. One of the 20th century's most famous and influential women, Thatcher came from nowhere to smash through barriers of gender and class to be heard in a male dominated world.

Underworld Awakening Kate Beckinsale, star of the first two films, returns in her lead role as the vampire warrioress Selene, who escapes imprisonment to find herself in a world where humans have discovered the existence of both Vampire and Lycan clans, and are conducting an all-out war to eradicate both immortal species.

War Horse Set against a sweeping canvas of rural England and Europe during WW1, the film begins with the remarkable friendship between a horse named Joey and a young man called Albert, who tames and trains him. When they are forcefully parted, the film follows the extraordinary journey of the horse as he moves through the war, changing and inspiring the lives of all those he meets.

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106 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 247414. Web: www.oushop.com. Watercolour, Acrylic, Photography and Prints of views around the City. Artists displayed include Valerie Petts, Ken Messer, David Langford, John Bastin and many more. On sale year round, commissions accepted.

Liscious Interiors 125 Walton Street, Oxford OX2 6AH. Tel: 01865 552232. Web: www.liscious.co.uk.

All vintage lovers must check out Liscious interiors on Walton Street. A great chance to find an eclectic choice of quirky interior pieces. Antique crystal chandeliers, gilded mirrors, deep buttoned sofas and not forgetting a lovely selection of clothes, hats and shoes from the 1920s to the 1950s.

Rachel Ducker Wire Sculpture Tel: 01865 311418. M: 07855 751756. Web: www.rachelducker.co.uk. Rachel specialises in sculptured wire figures concentrating on the expressive & emotional dynamics of human nature. Handcrafted from annealed steel wire, galvanised & black. Coloured enamelled copper wire hair. From 30cm to lifesize. Price determined by size and complexity of the piece. Please call to find out more about viewing Rachel’s work.

Nicolas Poussin, 'Roman View'

'Clouet to Claude – French Master Drawings'

Christ Church Picture Gallery October - May Mon,Wed - Sat, 10.30am 1pm & 2 - 4.30pm Sunday, 2 - 4.30pm

Until 5th February: While the Ashmolean is celebrating the inventor of landscape painting, Claude Lorrain, in a solo exhibition this autumn Christ Church will give a broader overview on French draughtsmanship by showcasing its collection of French drawings. This exhibition will allow the viewer to celebrate the singular elegance and spirit of this original artistic school. Admission: £3/£2 Christ Church, Oxford Entrance via Oriel Square

Closed on Tuesdays throughout October Tel: 01865 276 172 www.chch.ox.ac.uk/gallery

Stanley Dove Sculpture www.wisegal.com 40/41 South Parade, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7JL. 01865 515123.

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Sanders of Oxford Rare Prints & Maps

13th – 29th January: Art Nouveau Exhibition This January Sanders presents an exhibition of rare and beautiful Art Nouveau prints. Featuring stunning graphic printed works from the end of the 19th and start of the 20th Century by Hans Christiansen, Louis Rhead and Aubrey Beardsley. Online sale We are offering 15% off online purchases throughout January. See website for full details. 104 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 242590. E-mail: info@sandersofoxford.com. Web: www.sandersofoxford.com. Open: Mon to Sat 10am-6pm. R Admission: FREE.

OXFORD’S ANTIQUES & CRAFT CENTRE Choose from a wide range of Antiques, Jewellery, Collectables & Books plus original works by local Craftspeople and Artists. Antiques on High, 85 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BG. Tel:01865-251075. Open: Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sundays and Bank Holidays 11am - 5pm.

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Kieran Stiles Art Studios Folly Bridge, Oxford. Tel: 07967 075367. Web: www.artcoursesoxford.com. E-mail: kieran@artcoursesoxford.com. A range of beginner and advanced courses in painting, printmaking and life drawing with a professional artist and experienced, qualified teacher. Mid-week and weekend tuition in a friendly atmosphere. Group sessions, all day workshops and individual tutorials. Exhibition space available. All in the inspiring setting of Folly Bridge, Oxford.

Modern Art Oxford

30 Pembroke Street, Oxford, OX1 1BP Tel: 01865 722 733 Web: www.modernartoxford.org.uk

An Unfinished World Until Sunday 18th March: Curated by 2011 Turner Prize nominee, George Shaw, the exhibition concentrates on Graham Sutherland’s early Welsh landscapes from the 1930s, works created during his time as official WWII war artist, and after his return to Pembrokeshire in the 1970s.

O3 Gallery O3 Gallery, Oxford Castle, Oxford OX1 1AY Tel: 01865 246131 Web: www.o3gallery.co.uk

Flora McLachlan Saturday 14th January - Sunday 19th February: A showcase of work by artists who both practise and teach art in Oxfordshire.

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Shopping University of Oxford Shop

106 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 247414. Web: www.oushop.com. The University of Oxford Shop is wholly owned by the University and offers a fantastic range of clothing, gifts and stationery for visitors and local residents alike. All of the profits are given back to the University, making a valuable contribution to the work and teaching of this world-famous establishment.

Rowell of Oxford Ltd.

12 Turl Street, Oxford OX1 3DQ. Tel: 01865 242187. E-mail: info@rowellofoxford.co.uk. Web: www.rowellofoxford.co.uk Since 1797. The county’s leading pearl specialist. We also have an extensive collection of antique and modern silverware and beautiful diamond and mixed gem set jewellery.

The Hat Box Avenue 3, The Covered Market, Oxford OX1 3DY. Tel: 01865 200844. Open: Mon to Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 9.30am-5.30pm. Oxford’s only specialist hat shop, catering to men and women with a range of hats in colours to match outfits. Carries a wide range of hats and cocktail fascinators by the best of British designers. A fast tailor-made service is available.

Uhuru Wholefoods

48 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1HZ. Tel: 01865 248249. Open Mon to Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 9.30am-5.30pm. Organic and natural foods, locally produced foods, vegan and veggie takeaways, eco-friendly biodegradable products.

Emma Walker Flowers

35 South Parade, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7JN. Tel: 01865 558578. Web: www.emmawalkerflowers.co.uk. E-mail: info@emmawalkerflowers.co.uk Emma Walker works alongside a team of highly creative individuals. Emma's distinctive arrangements are refined and luxurious, whether just to say “thank you” or for a lavish soiree. Her design style blends romanticism with modern styles and fabulous colours. Emma Walker Flowers is located in trendy Summertown, North Oxford. The shop is an aromatic and beautiful haven from the busy city. Order online or browse the in-store arrangements and gifts. Contact us to talk about your wedding or corporate event. We guarantee to make it incredibly special and memorable.

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Fudge Kitchen

5 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AJ. Tel: 01865 794154 Web: www.fudgekitchen.co.uk Luxury fudge maker, Fudge Kitchen is making its mark in Oxford with their new shop on Broad Street. Fudge Kitchen already has seven other stores in the UK, but the Oxford branch is the first to feature their new branding, store design and packaging. All Fudge Kitchen fudge is made by hand every day on site, with twenty mouth watering flavours to choose from.....

Alice's Shop 83 St Aldates, Oxford, OX1 1RA Tel: 01865 723793 Web: www.aliceinwonderlandshop.co.uk Full of all manner of things! Right in the heart of Alice's Oxford Wonderland, Alice's Shop was the original Old Sheep Shop in Lewis Carroll's 'Through The Looking Glass'. The real Alice Liddell used to buy her barley sugar sweets from this tiny curiosity shop.

The Ashmolean Shop Beaumont street, Oxford. Tel: 01865 794226 Web: www.ashmolean.org Unique Gifts and Ashmolean Museum Publications - from silk scarves to Eastern ceramics, candles and replicas, jewellery and the humble fridge magnet. All have been chosen to reflect and enhance the Museum's wide and diverse displays. Now conveniently placed next to the CafĂŠ.

Bang & Olufsen 6 South Parade, Oxford, OX2 7JL Tel: 01865 511241 Web: www.bang-olufsen.com Take the time to experience and discover on your own why Bang & Olufsen has a world class reputation. Only then will you fully understand the depth, strength and true beauty of our world famous products.....

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Education Language Schools College of International Education

Bocardo House, 24B St Michael’s Street, Oxford OX1 2EB. Tel: 01865 202238. Web: www.cie-oxford.com. The College of International Education (CIE) is a small college, located in the centre of Oxford, opposite the famous Oxford Union. We offer English Language, Academic, Foundation Year and Pre-Boarding courses. Tuition is in small classes (max 8), given by dedicated and well-qualified teachers.

EF International Language Centre Oxford, Pullens Lane, Oxford, OX3 0DT Tel: +44 (0)1865 759660 Web: www.ef.co.uk The EF International Language Centre in Oxford offers students from around the world a newly refurbished, purpose-built learning environ ment. With facilities including a library, a cafeteria, a student lounge, a fit ness suite and a quiet study room, this is the perfect place to study English. In addition, we offer expert exam preparation, including TOEFL, IELTS and Cambridge ESOL as well as a range of other courses to suit all students’ needs.

Oxford International Study Centre

7 St Aldates Oxford OX1 1BS Tel: 01865 201 009 Web: www.oxintstudycentre.com The college is located in a historical building in the heart of the city of Oxford. OISC has excellent contacts with the University, enabling students and clients to be taught in the Colleges of the University in the vacations. Through this, we are also able to boast an excellent calibre of tutors and University lecturers. The founders, Robert Marsden (Eton and INSEAD) and Carolyn Llewelyn (Oxford University, Modern and Classical Languages) have worked together in international education in Oxford for over twenty years. OISC has an excellent team of highly qualified and motivated staff who strive to help students achieve excellence in their education.

Eckersley Oxford 14 Friars Entry, Oxford OX1 2BZ. Tel: 01865 721268. Web: www.eckersley.co.uk.

CertTESOL - Our course could be your passport to the world! Our 4-week intensive Trinity College London CertTESOL is recognised by the British Council as an initial English language teaching qualification. The next course starts on 7th November, fee £875. Email now for further information and application pack: tesol-uk@eckersley.co.uk

Oxford House School of English

67 High Street, Wheatley, Oxford OX33 1XT. Tel: 01865 874786. E-mail: study@oxfordhouseschool.co.uk. Web: www.oxfordhouseschool.co.uk. High-quality intensive language courses in both general and specialist English throughout the year. Established in 1983, their courses are ideal for those who wish to increase the effectiveness of their English for work, travel or university entrance.

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City Centre Map Accommodation 1 Burlington House 2 Ethos Hotel 3 YHA 4 River Hotel 5 Randolph Hotel 6 Malmaison Hotel

Attractions 1 Christ Church Picture Gallery 2 Oxford Castle 3 Christ Church College 4 The Ashmolean Museum 5 Carfax Tower 6 Uni Church of St. Mary the Virgin

Restaurants 1 Mission Burito 2 Mission Burito 3 Shanghai 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4 Quod 5 The Perch 6 Wagamama

7 The Red Lion 8 Al-Andalus 9 Pierre Victoire 10 Malmaison 11 The Living Room 12 Cherwell Boathouse

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County Map Around Oxfordshire 1 Didcot Railway Centre 4 Cotswold Wildlife Park 2 Buscot Park & The Faringdon Collection 5 Millets Farm Centre 3 Blenheim Palace 6 Kingston Bagpuize House

Kids Cornerstone Arts 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE Tel: 01235 515 144 Web: www.cornerstone-arts.org.

Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford OX1 1BX Tel: 01865 252195 Web: www.oxford.gov.uk

Sporting Mosaics Tuesday 14th - Wednesday 15th February: Everyone is welcome to come along and have a go at this communal project to create some sporting picture mosaics. The mosaics will be displayed in the Oxford’s Sporting Past exhibition in The Gallery from June 2012. Admission: free. Open to everyone, no experience required. FORTHCOMING EVENT

Home Front in Oxford Thursday 16th February: Have you ever wondered what it felt like to wear a gas mask or what toys children played with during World War 2? Have a go at some fun and interactive activities for all the family and find out what life was like in Oxford during the World War Two. Admission: free FORTHCOMING EVENT

Pegasus Theatre

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Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RE. Tel: 01865 812150 Booking: 01865 812150 Web: www.pegasustheatre.org.uk

Betty Bumble’s Time Tumble – Future Shock Sunday 8th January: Professor Percy Pacacious has had a time machine accident and his assistant Betty Bumble is travelling through time to rescue him. She lands in a futuristic theme park designed by the professor who is having so much fun he doesn’t want to return. Betty needs your help to get him home! Join in these exciting adventures with song and fun for under 12s. Tickets: £7 (adult), £3 (child) Activity also avilable, please see website for further info

Stagecoach Theatre Arts Oxford Tel: Maya Sprigg 01869 278600. Web: www.stagecoach.co.uk/oxford. Email: oxford@stagecoach.co.uk. Stagecoach is a part time Theatre Arts School providing singing, dance and drama classes for children aged 4-18 years with centres in Headington and North Oxford. Students gain experience and training in all aspects of theatre while having a lot of fun! Term time classes on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. For the right mix of learning and performance opportunities, call for any remaining places for the new term! And don't forget to read the reviews of our showcase performances!

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Health, Sport & Leisure Sport Oxford United Football Club The Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road, Oxford OX4 4XP. Tel: 01865 337533. Web: www.oufc.co.uk. Mon 2nd Jan

Oxford United v Crawley Town

3:00pm

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Sat 7th Jan

Oxford United v Aldershot Town

3:00pm

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Sat 14th Jan

Oxford United v Crewe

3:00pm

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Sat 21st Jan

Oxford United v Hereford

3:00pm

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Sat 28th Jan

Oxford United v Burton

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Sat 4th Jan

Oxford United v Barnet

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Get Behind The U’s! Save money by booking your tickets before the day of the game.

Oxford University Rugby Football Club Jackdaw Lane, Iffley Road, Oxford OX4 1SR. Tel: 01865 432000. Web: www.ourfc.org.uk. Wed 25th Jan

Oxford United v The RAF

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Oxford United v The Army

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Wed 15th Feb

Oxford United v The Royal Navy

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Wed 22nd Feb

Oxford United v Crawshays

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Entry to home fixtures £5 for adults and £1 for concessions (over 60’s, under 18’s & students) For further details please visit ourwebsite: www.ourfc.org

Golf

Join Studley Wood the premier golf club in Oxfordshire

A superb golf course reputed to have some of the best greens in the country Enjoy the challenge of our outstanding golf course 365 days a year, with indoor & outdoor covered practice facilities.

Studley Wood, a modern golf club with traditional values For more information contact ken@studleywoodgolfclub.co.uk The Straight Mile, Horton-cum-Studley, Oxon OX33 1BF.

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TIME TO RELAX Our new 4* hotel, now taking bookings. For more information or to make a reservation:

01844 278300 info@theoxfordshire.com theoxfordshire.com The Oxfordshire, Rycote Lane, Milton Common, Thame, Oxon. OX9 2PU

NORTH OXFORD GOLF CLUB

NOGC is a 100 year old, parkland, 18 hole golf course, 10 minutes from the City Centre on the main bus route. Winter Special green fee until 31st March is £23. Different membership categories available. We are a modern friendly members golf club with a totally refurbished interior, and the best clubhouse views in Oxfordshire. We offer visitors and societies a very warm welcome to enjoy our challenging members' golf course. Banbury Rd., Oxford, OX2 8EZ Tel: 01865 554924 Web: www.nogc.co.uk

THE RED LION Offering a good selection of wines and real ales All food is locally sourced and home made by our resident chef Visit the website to see our Christmas Menu - £49.95 per person and a free glass of wine -

T: 01865 247761 W: www.redlionoldmarston.co.uk

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34 St Ebbes Street Oxford OX1 1PU For more information visit www.electric-hair.com or call: 01865 790440

Health & Beauty Monica Franke Osteopathy & Pilates

Tel: 07970 119721. E-mail: mfranke.osteo@googlemail.com. Web: www.monicafranke.com. Based in Oxford & London, Monica Franke offers expertise in osteopathy and Pilates. She has wide experience in diagnosing and treating sports injuries, back and neck pain, knee, ankle, shoulder and other joint problems. Monica enjoys showing people how and why osteopathy & Pilates can help them with musculoskeletal aches and pains or poor sporting performance. Now also practicing from Grosvenor Gardens, Victoria, London.

Diamond House - Dental Practice 199 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7AR. Tel: 01865 559521. Web: www.diamondhouse.co.uk. It is our aim to provide the highest quality of Dental Care in a relaxed and friendly environment, with the most up to date methods and equipment available. The safety and comfort of our patients is always our primary concern.

TAO Beauty Salon 1st floor, Above The Globe Newsmarket, 99 St Aldates OX1 1BT. Tel: 01865 249347. Web: www.taobeautyoxford.co.uk Established in 1968, Tao offers a wide range of beauty treatments including Dermalogica, St Tropez Airport, Jessica Nail Care, Non Surgical face lifts and much more. Open: Monday to Saturday.

Spirit Health Club Holiday Inn Oxford, Peartree Roundabout, Woodstock Road, Oxford OX2 8JD. Tel: 01865 888444. Web: www.spirithealthclubs.co.uk.

If you’re looking for a health club with a personal touch then you’ve come to the right place. Our Lifestyle Consultants provide the kind of one-to-one guidance that has already helped thousands of members achieve their goals – and are ready now to help you reach yours. From dietary advice that’s calculated to boost your energy and inner health, to a unique personal exercise plan that’s designed to help you look your best, we’re ready to make sure you get even more out of life.

The Oxfordshire Rycote Lane, Milton Common, Thame, Oxon. OX9 2PU. Tel: 01844 278300 Web: theoxfordshire.com

The Oxfordshire’s new health and fitness spa provides members and hotel guests with the latest treatments, equipment, facilities and personalised training programmes available. All the facilities are available free to hotel guests and members, which consist of a 15m swimming pool, sauna, spa pool, steam room combined with a state-of-the-art Life Fitness suite and studio. . After a successful day’s business or pleasure what better way to relax and un-wind than with a visit to The Oxfordshire’s new spa, Tempus.

Dance Inspires Regal Court, 112 London Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9AW Tel: 07909 974256. Web: www.danceinspires.co.uk Pole dancing is the way forward today in the fitness world as it offers a fab way to get fit, tone up and gain confidence. You also get to learn one of the most fun and challenging forms of dance there is. And best of all, anyone can do it. In all of our classes it doesn't matter what your shape, size or age is. Pole dancing is for everyone!

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The advert claimed that I would 'enhance my boxing skills'. Really? 'What's there to enhance?' I thought. My speed would be developed, apparently, as would my reflexes and agility. All very nice. 'Increase your stamina', 'help weight loss & tone up', 'boost your confidence'. And, according to the ad, 'it would be 'FUN'?! Seriously? BUT THERE WAS NO MENTION OF THE SEMI-PROFESSIONAL BLOKE WITH THE FIRE EMBLAZONED BOXING GLOVES WHO NEARLY PUNCHED MY LIGHTS OUT, WAS THERE???? WHERE WAS THAT BIT IN THE ADVERT? I trundled off to Matthew Arnold school one Monday evening after work, wrapped up to shield me from the wind and rain, partly looking forward to venting some frustration but certainly more worried about what was to come. There were approximately 30 of us gathered in the school gym, ages ranging from 25 to 50. It was like a school reunion for the classes of 1985 to 1960, with boxing gloves on! Adam Tarnet, TLA Fitness’s Boxercise Personal Trainer, was on hand to put us through our paces. A gentle jog around the gym, some stretching exercises and then we were in to the first routine, solo shadow boxing. But then soon after, ‘Grab a partner’. Shouted Adam. ‘Ok mate?’ Said one of the other ‘boxers’. Which seemed to be the abbreviation for ‘would you like me to partner you, make you look more ridiculous than you already do in those shiny shorts which were fashionable during the 1982 World Cup, and, for good measure, throw the odd punch in your face with my gloves of fire?’ ‘Oh, er, um, go on then.’ What followed was a bit of a blur. Jab, punch, hook, DUCK! I added a few of my own moves, like wince, hide behind gloves and trip over my shoelaces. The gloves of fire ‘a present’ allegedly, were coming at me from all angles. Two gloves became four, which became eight. It was pacy and hard to keep up. BUT, the more we did, the more I enjoyed. Even sit-ups with some punching thrown in, sprints, no less, with punching at the end, but no skipping, yet! And the time? It flew! Isn’t that a good sign we’d enjoyed ourselves? I couldn’t quite believe it. Drenched in honest sweat. Humiliated maybe, but feeling on top of the world, certainly. This is a class to invigorate. A class to jumpstart your reflexes and certainly keep you on your toes. Give it a go. Just leave the shiny shorts at home, but do take some shorts, obviously, otherwise that WOULD be silly. Your first session is free. 10 sessions = £80.00 or alternatively join the TLA membership for a discounted rate see www.tlafitness.com for more details. Minimum age is 14 and 14 to 15 year olds must be accompanied by an adult. By Richard Rosser www.tlafitness.com Tel: 07554 400 401 Various venues around Oxford. Boxercise, Mondays, Matthew Arnold School, Cumnor Hill, 7pm to 8pm.

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YogaVenue is located at 2 Avenue Road Oxford Cowley and owned by Alessandro and Caroline, local Oxford residents. YogaVenue is a new dedicated Yoga studio which offers different styles of Yoga including Hot Yoga. Hot Yoga is a new form of Yoga which is becoming extremely popular, and as I was later told by Alessandro, Hot Yoga suits those who particularly have problems with their legs and back as it helps to build strength and flexibility, but especially the muscles around the knee. This was my lucky day as that is exactly what I need..... Arriving I didn’t really know what to expect. I had participated in Yoga a couple of times before, nevertheless Hot Yoga was a completely new concept to me. Walking through the doors I was greeted by my smiling teacher who was very happy to answer all of my questions. She explained that Hot Yoga is a series of Hatha Yoga postures and breathing exercises carried out in a room heated to 40 degrees C. The YogaVenue studio is great; it has two studios and the interior is elegantly styled portraying a calm and serene atmosphere. You can see that Alessandro and Caroline have spent a great amount of time in providing the highest quality facilities they possibly can for their clients. I was handed a towel and mat which are available for hire (the mats are cleaned after each class!) and was shown to the Hot studio where it was suggested I take a few minutes before class in order for my body to get used to the heat. Apparently it can be quite common in your first couple of sessions to feel slightly dizzy. This is due to the high temperatures, however, once your body adapts to the heat, you feel amazing. Once everyone one was in the studio the class began. The teacher talks you through the postures during the 90 minute session. Regular students are generally in the front row so the less experienced students can get visual cues alongside the dialogue. Our teacher was very calm and talked us all through each of the postures step by step, also offering help to those who needed it. I must admit this was a lot harder than I had first anticipated, yet extremely satisfying – I can now definitely see why people become addicted to this type of yoga. Especially with the high quality teachers and the first class facilities, who wouldn’t want to keep visiting YogaVenue? The classes take place throughout the day, the earliest at 9.30am and the latest at 7.30pm during the week. All Hot Yoga classes last 90 minutes. YogaVenue also teaches Vinyasa Yoga. The Vinyasa studio downstairs is also very peaceful and has a beautiful brick wall at one end of the room. Here YogaVenue offers Vinyasa classes (a flowing style of Hatha Yoga) everyday of the week. Vinyasa classes are 90 or 60 minutes. You know what this means don’t you - there's no excuse not to go after work!!! So go grab a couple of towels and prepare to sweat!!! By Paige Walford 2 Avenue Lane Oxford, OX4 1YF E: info@yogavenue.co.uk T: 01865 245 754

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It was 7.00pm and here I was arriving in Littlemore where I was going to be trying something very new to me – Zumba…. Although being very keen on keeping fit, this was something I had yet to experience. Walking into the hall, I immediately saw just how popular Zumba really was with around 20 people; all of different ages, heights and sizes. We had 10 minutes before we started and they were already eager to get going; now I was excited!!! Tamara, the fitness trainer and owner of Zumba and True Balance and Beauty, introduced herself to me. Whilst waiting for everyone to arrive, she explained to me why she is so passionate about her work. At a very young age, Tamara suffered a crush fracture to her lower vertebrae, which led to a metal plate being inserted into her hip destroying her dream of dancing. In 2004 however, this plate was removed and Tamara was able to start her journey to recovery, believing this could be her chance to dance again. She then went on to receive holistic treatments where she undertook various treatments to rebuild what she thought she had nearly lost. Due to these treatments Tamara has now opened True Balance and Beauty where she offers a wide range of chronic muscle and tissue treatments. For further information please visit www.truebalance.biz. I hadn’t even started the session and I was already overwhelmed, but not by the workout, but by this inspiring woman. When the session started it became immediately apparent I had no reason to panic about my lack of training. Everyone in there was of different abilities and many like me, who were yet to pick up the steps. I was particularly a fan of the music, it was upbeat and I was able to sing along throughout the session, which if you ask me, is always a great way to keep your mind off what you are really doing. What really impressed me was the relationship Tamara had with all my Zumba buddies; there was not a second where Tamara wasn’t either giving direction or encouragement. Before I knew it, the end of the session was upon us and I must admit I had been given a fantastic workout. Although everyone was dripping in sweat and out of breath, looking around the room, one thing was very clear to see .....that everyone still had a smile on their faces. Once the session had finished I was pleasantly surprised just how thoroughly I had enjoyed the session and I will definitely be going again!! Zumba has given me a lot more mobility in my joints especially my hips, improved my rhythm, confidence and feel good factor that I get at the end of each class having had the class sing, cheer, clap, laugh and smile. So all those looking to get out and about, visit Dominic Barberi Hall. By Paige Walford Web: www.zumba-oxford.co.uk Tel: 07739 309422 Email: info@zumba-oxford.co.uk

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Macdonald Randolph Hotel Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN. Tel: 01865 256400. Web: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/randolph.

Oxford's leading hotel - The AA Five star Macdonald Randolph - is situated in the heart of the city opposite the world famous Ashmolean Museum. Built in 1864 and recently refurbished, the hotel offers each guest the highest level of comfort and service in a traditional and welcoming environment. The location makes the Macdonald Randolph Hotel an ideal base for exploring the historic sights of Oxford or the thriving shopping centre just two minutes walk away.

Malmaison Oxford New Road, Oxford, OX1 1LD. Tel: 01865 268400. Web: www.malmaison.com.

Malmaison Oxford is the latest addition to the Malmaison portfolio. Located in the heart of the city centre, the hotel forms the centre of the Oxford Castle site. Previously Her Majesty's Prison, Malmaison offers a unique opportunity to experience at first hand a valuable piece of British history. The contemporary bar, brasserie and bedrooms are stylish with plenty of character and original features. This time we are taking no prisoners!!.

Conifers Guest House 116 The Slade, Headington Oxford OX3 7DX Tel: 01865 763055 Web: www.conifersguesthouse.co.uk A 4 star Guest Accomodation located in Headington area of Oxford, Conifers offers en-suite bedrooms with free Wi- Fi internet access, flat screen multichannel TV’s and free parking.

Burlington House 374 Banbury Road, Summertown, OX2 7PP Tel: 01865 513513 Web: www.burlington-house.co.uk The only 5 star AA rated B&B in Oxford, recently refurbished to a high standard we are a beautiful boutique nestled in the heart of Summertown.

y Excellent City location by River Thames, originally an 1870’s Master-builder’s home, College owned property, On ‘Thames walk’ at Osney bridge. Lawn to riverbank.Residents bar. y 20 bedrooms with own bathroom, direct dial telephone, hot beverage tray, T.V. clock radio, hairdryer, free WiFi on site. y Car park/CCTV on site - free for residents. Sat Nav via Mill st. OX2 0AJ. 1 mile to A34 ring road west at Seacourt on A420 y 24-hour access for registered residents. Close-down by midnight. Airport arrival late check-in request only if pre-arranged. Daytime left luggage/car parking service available after 11am check-out. y VisitBritain ** Metro Hotel grading, breakfast service only. “L a rg e e n ou gh t o be c om f ort abl e , sm all enough to be fr iend ly” Botley Road Oxford OX2 0AA. Tel: Office (01865) 243475 Guests: 249756 Fax: 724306 - www.riverhotel.co.uk E-mail: reception@riverhotel.co.uk

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Hostels YHA 2a Botley Rd, Oxford OX2 0AB. Tel: 01865 727275. Web: www.yha.org.uk. The best value budget accommodation in town. Centrally located with en-suite rooms, breakfast buffet, bar and Great British menu, YHA Oxford redefines what you can expect from a hostel. We offer 24 hr access, internet access, luggage store and private rooms all 5 minutes walk from the city centre.

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Restaurants OXY Oriental

Ozone Leisure Park, Grenoble Rd, Oxford OX4 4XP. Tel: 01865 749888. Take away menu available. W: www.oxyoriental.com Eat as much as you like for a fixed price with a difference. Fully licensed with a wide selection. Non smoking throughout, free parking and can accommodate up to 200 diners. Specialties include Tepanyaki, Brazilian Roast, Sushi and Oriental Buffet.

Asian

Wagamama

8 Market Street, Oxford, OX1 3EF Tel: 01865 249 183 Web: www.wagamama.com wagamama is a noodle restaurant inspired by the hustle and bustle of canteen style japanese noodle bars, but its menu is an unmistakeable blend of pan-asian flavours and the freshest seasonal ingredients from closer to home

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Shanghai 30’s

82 St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 1RA. Tel: 01865 242230. Web: www.shanghai30s.com. Situated in this 15th century building, Shanghai 30's cuisine is based on the both classic and contemporary dishes of Shanghai and the surrounding areas - Shaoxing and Yangchow, but also includes some of the most popular dishes from Sichuan, Peking and Canton. Our Menu will be changed seasonally to ensure ingredients are always fresh and suitable for the season and we do not use the MSG to enhance the flavour. Shanghai 30’s is the perfect place for a romantic meal or a private function.

Cockadoo

Asian

Nuneham Courtenay Oxfordshire, OX44 9NX. Telephone: 01865 341 030. Web: www.cockadoo.co.uk. Cockadoo Bar & Restaurant invites you to experience sophisticated fine dining in a luxurious yet relaxing environment. The staff will ensure the highest levels of standard throughout your experience at Cockadoo. Far Eastern cuisine at its finest, why not visit soon?

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Oxford Thai Restaurant

179 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1UT. Tel: 01865 203763. Web: www.oxfordthairestaurant.com. Now under new ownership, this gem of Cowley will continue to serve delicious, authentic Thai food. Open for lunch and dinner, with a home delivery service. This relaxing, cheerful restaurant is not to be missed.

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Majliss 110 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1JE. Tel: 01865 726728.

A new Indian restaurant on Cowley Road, Majliss is run by veteran restauranteurs from the Sylhet region of Bangladesh. The decor is stunning and contemporary, and the food delicious. Lively and great for groups, but perfect for romantic nights out as well. Take advantage of their takeaway service, too.

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The Old Tom

101 St Aldate's, Oxford, OX1 1BT. Tel: 01865 243 034 www.theoldtompub.co.uk Serving authentic Thai food in the heart of Oxford, The Old Tom provides you with the perfect venue to enjoy excellent food whilst sampling cask ales, draught beers and wines, all in a traditional pub atmosphere. Located opposite Christ Church, one of Oxford’s leading attractions, unwind after a busy day or sample our exotic delicacies at lunch, taking advantage of our express lunch offer.

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Rigoletto Bicester Road, Middleton Stoney OX25 4TD. Tel: 01869 343216. Web: www.rigolettorestaurant.co.uk.

Situated on the Bicester Road close to Middleton Stoney, the restaurant is set in idyllic surroundings with ample car parking. Serving a varied menu of Italian dishes and an excellent selection of wines, Rigoletto is recognised as one of the areas fine restaurants.

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Jamie’s Italian

Oxford 24-26 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AE Tel: 01865 83 83 83 Web: www.jamiesitalian.com Our aim is to create an environment with a "neighbourhood" feel, inspired by the "Italian table" where people relax, share, and enjoy each other's company. Jamie's Italian was designed to be accessible and affordable, a place where anyone is welcome and everyone will feel comfortable, no matter how much you spend or how long you stay.

Verde Pizzeria

Italian

212 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1UQ Tel: 01865 246222 Web: www.verdepizzeria.co.uk We are passionate about our family-run Italian restaurant and providing quality cuisine using recipes passed down from our ancestors. We strive to always provide exemplary service and to really listen to what our customers tell us.

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Al-Andalus 10 Little Clarendon Street, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 516688. Web: www.tapasoxford.co.uk.

Situated on vibrant, centrally located Little Clarendon Street, Al-Andalus is a stylish and bustling Spanish tapas bar. Independently - owned, it serves delicious, freshlyprepared and authentic Spanish tapas dishes. In addition to the high quality of its cuisine and friendly service, Al-Andalus offers a lively and informal atmosphere, further enhanced on Friday and Saturday evenings by live and exhilarating Sevillanas dance shows. The buzzy ambience of Al-Andalus makes it highly suitable Spanish for party bookings, and its heated outside terrace is the ideal place to spend warm and relaxing spring and summer days and evenings. Open: Mon to Thur 12am-3pm & 5pm till late, FriSun 12pm till late.

The Perch Binsey Lane, Binsey, Oxford, OX2 0NG. Tel: 01865 728891. Web: www.the-perch.co.uk

Follow the footsteps of Alice in Wonderland to The Perch ideally located in the heart of Oxford surrounded by lush countryside. The Perch is the perfect cosy hideawayfor any occasion. Let us take you on a journey of the best things winter has to offer, with delicate yet comforting food, warm fireplace and cosy sofa.

Pierre Victoire

French

9 Little Clarendon St, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 316616. Web: www.pierrevictoire.co.uk. Enjoy our authentically cooked, traditional dishes in an informal environment at reasonable prices, the way the French do… Choose from a variety of fixed price menus, which we change with the seasons, focusing on local, fresh produce! We offer a 3 course lunch or early Pre Theatre supper for £9.90 and an evening 3 course Prix Fixe for £19.90! We love parties whether its Christenings,Birthdays,Graduations French or even Retirements,offer an incredible £18.50 menu, and can cater for groups up to 60 ...! Rustic and friendly, with lots of candles, providing great food, value and service! Lunch: Mon to Sat 12pm-2:30pm. Dinner: Mon to Sat 6pm-11pm. We're now open all day on Sundays so why not pop in for a late lunch, or supper which we serve til 10pm !!

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Al Salam

6 Park End Street, Oxford, OX1 1HH. Tel: 01865 245710. Open: Daily 12noon-11pm. Authentic Lebanese food, including organic and Halal. Great for vegans and vegetarians, with many authentic meat and animal-product free dishes. Delicious food, great atmosphere, one of the favourites in Oxford. Plus, find a belly dancer there most Saturday evenings.

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Quod Brasserie & Bar

92-94 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BN. Tel: 01865 202505. Web: www.quod.co.uk. On Oxford’s famous High, Quod Brasserie with its terrace and bar forms the hub of The Old Bank Hotel. Formerly a banking hall, it was transformed by Jeremy Mogford to become Oxford’s largest and most successful restaurant. There is a huge outdoor terrace, and parking is not a problem. Open all day for breakfast, the famously good value two course set lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, this stylish, busy, bustling brasserie serves simply designed, unpretentious, robust food.

Malmaison

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3 Oxford Castle, Oxford OX1 1AY. Tel: 01865 268400. Web: www.malmaison.com It has to be the Mal. Here you can sample divinely tasty, beautifully presented cuisine prepared with incredible local ingredients and served up with genuine passion. Whether you’re looking for the best place to savour business lunches, a quick light healthy bite, or dinner. Our brasserie not only offers the most delicious of food, but seductively lit by candles, it is the perfect atmosphere to wine and dine for both pleasure and business.

Macdonald Randolph Hotel

Contemporary

Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN. Tel: 01865 256410. Web: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/randolph. The restaurant at the Macdonald Randolph Hotel has recently just won its second AA rosette for its cuisine and features contemporary menus in an unrivalled setting with fabulous views of the city. If a more relaxed atmosphere is desired for a quiet drink then the Morse Bar provides a peaceful environment in which you can relax and unwind in after a busy day - it was a firm favourite with the cast and crew of Inspector Lewis (the follow on programme from Inspector Morse) which filmed at the hotel in 2005.

Fallowfields Country House Hotel

Contemporary

Faringdon Road, Kingston Bagpuize, OX13 5BH Tel: 01865 820416 Web: www.fallowfields.com The restaurant at Fallowfields Country House Hotel is renowned for serving excellent food prepared using only the finest fresh produce. Seasonal fruit, vegetables and herbs are grown in the hotel’s kitchen garden and whenever possible meat and poultry is sourced locally including from our own farm.

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Restaurants Cherwell Boathouse

Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6ST Tel: 01865 552746 Web: www.cherwellboathouse.co.uk Beautifully located by the river Cherwell. Fine food and renowned wine list (2010 Fine Wine list of the Year) Open lunch and dinner 7 days a week Marquee and terrace available for private hire. Week day lunch menu available 2 courses from £13.50. Al fresco dining available.

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Browns 5-11 Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6HA Tel: 01865 511995 Web: www.browns-restaurants

Browns in Oxford was the second of this famous group of restaurants to open in 1976. Standing proudly, and rightfully so, being one of the finest restaurants Oxfordshire has to offer, Browns cannot go unnoticed. Stylish branded awnings line the front of the restaurant while a tall stretch of windows beneath entices and invites walkers by to get a glimpse and taste of what Browns has to offer.

The Trout

Contemporary

The Trout Godstow Road, Wolvercote, Oxford, OX2 8PN. Tel: 01865 510 930. Web: www.thetroutoxford.co.uk The Trout in Lower Wolvercote is genuinely part of the rich tapestry that is Oxford life. With a large terrace looking out onto the river Thames, it is easy to see why The Trout is the pub of dreams; from Lewis Carroll to CS Lewis you can understand why so many people love to sit outside on a summers day with a lovely glass of wine or a chilled beer and watch the fast moving waters.

Gee’s Restaurant & Bar

Traditional

61 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 6PE. Tel: 01865 553540. Web: www.gees-restaurant.co.uk. Gee's, the Oxford restaurant where locals and visitors meet for lunch, dinner, or drinks, brings together simplicity, generosity and hospitality. We serve traditional British food in comfortable, contemporary surroundings. Gee's is a modern bistro offering diners value for money, satisfying seasonal food and a great choice of wines by the glass and carafe. Formerly a florist and greengrocer, this North Oxford restaurant was restored and renovated by owner Jeremy Mogford fifteen years ago. Inspired by its natural light and features he enhanced the building to create a comfortable, contemporary restaurant and bar.

The Old Parsonage

Traditional

1 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 6NN. Tel: 01865 292305. Web: www.oldparsonage-hotel.co.uk. Our philosophy at The Parsonage is simple: to serve the very best of British food using the very best produce to create superb traditional dishes. Our classic British menu includes seasonal food that will appeal to everyone, from roast partridge with bread sauce to scampi and chips with sauce gribiche, smoked haddock with buttered jersey royals and poached eggs and treacle tart. It is classic British fare prepared with skill and care using the finest ingredients: pure Aberdeen Angus beef, Traditional Pol Dorset lamb and vegetables are all from the owner’s farm in Oxfordshire, and fish and shellfish are flown in from Jersey twice a week. The Old Parsonage: simple, classic British seasonal food at its best.

The Red Lion

The Red Lion 14 Gloucester Street, Oxford, OX1 2BN Tel: 01865 726 255 Web: www.redlionoxford.co.uk Our menu changes with the seasons and is modern British, comfortably interwoven with some Mediterranean influences. It ranges from traditional favourites such as fish and chips and steaks to freshly made pizzas and pastas with the chef’s daily specials showcasing the finest market fresh ingredients. There’s something for everyone and for all occasions too. You don’t have to go for the full works if you don’t want to, just have a snack and a lovely drink in the bar with your friends. Opening times: Monday to Saturday from 8am, Sunday from 9am. Last food order times: Sunday to Thursday until 10pm, Friday and Saturday until 10.30pm.

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Cafés and Nightlife Modern Art Oxford Café Bar 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP. Tel: 01865 722733 Web: www.modernartoxford.org.uk /about-us/cafe-and-bar/ Modern Art Oxford’s new Café Bar has been designed to perk you up whatever the time of day. Our coffee is supplied and selected by the Monmouth Coffee Company and our wine list compiled by the Oxford Wine Company. We stock a range of local brews including our very own beer Plot 16, grown on our allotment in Rose Hill. Our changing seasonal menu and relaxing atmosphere make an ideal place to meet. We offer free wifi access, daily newspapers and current art periodicals. Highchairs and baby-changing facilities are provided.

Cafe Loco

Café

The Old Palace, 85/87 St Aldates, Oxford OX1 1RA. Tel: 01865 200959. Web: www.goingloco.com. Just two minutes walk from Carfax Tower is Cafe Loco, with such delights as stunning coffee, sumptuous Eggs Benedict, Full English, homemade Specials, Scones, Teacakes and Full Afternoon Tea, it’s a wonder you haven’t been!!!!!!! Introducing NEW business lunch delivery service. For details info@goingloco.com.

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Malmaison 3 Oxford Castle, Oxford OX1 1AY. Tel: 01865 268400. Web: www.malmaison.com One time prison becomes daring destination – Malmaison Hotel in the Oxford Castle complex boasts a stylish bar serving astoundingly good wines, and fabulous, decadent cocktails.

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The Living Room 1 Oxford Castle, Oxford , OX1 1AY Tel: 01865 260210 Web: www.thelivingroom.co.uk Part of the Oxford Castle re-development, The Living Room is a cool, airy piano bar and restaurant. It incorporates The Study, a non-fee, invitation only private members bar.

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Angels Little Clarendon Street, Oxford. OX1 2HS Tel: 01865 544244 Web: www.angelsbar.co.uk

Step into Angels and journey through cocktail history. Choose between the first vintage mixes or new trends perfected in the Angels laboratry, all carefully crafted by our expert bartenders.

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The House

Blue Boar Street, Oxford OX1 4EE. Tel: 01865 724433. Web: www.housebar.co.uk. The House cocktail bar is Oxford’s secret place for those in the know. Nestled down Wheatsheaf Yard, just off High Street, it offers a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle in what can only be described as an interior which boasts style, sophistication and class. The Games Room is available. Our Games Room is available for Christmas Parties for up to 70 people. Email private@housebar.co.uk

Duke of Cambridge

Nightlife

5-6 Little Clarendon St, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 558173. Web: www.dukebar.com. The Duke is Oxford’s oldest and most established cocktail bar and has been serving classic and contemporary cocktails for over twenty five years. At 33ft, The Duke boasts the longest bar in Oxford, and the mahogany focal point is certainly impressive.

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Restaurant Review

Oxy Oriental located next to the Kassam Stadium is somewhere I have been told repeatedly to try, due to its spectacular reputation for phenomenal food; and finally, tonight was to be the night where I ventured into this highly popular restaurant and tasted it for myself. But would it be as good as I expected?? Yes, is the answer! Upon arrival, a friendly face greeted me at the entrance and escorted my guest and I to our table. We arrived very early due to our excitement. Although we were there at a time that we would have thought as being quiet, there was still a huge number of tables taken up, creating a buzzing atmosphere throughout the restaurant. As you approach the buffet area, you are greeted with a beautifully presented oriental spread ranging from Sushi, and other traditional dishes together with a wide selection of Teppan-Yaki dishes for which you get to choose the raw ingredients and the chef cooks it before you in a flash – literally! The Oxy Oriental Buffet/Banquet offers a wide range of scrumptious delicacies from which you can refill your plate to your heart’s content. The polite and courteous staff are well informed about the menu and are always on hand to talk you through the variety of dishes that they have available. Lau, the manager, was particularly encouraging when it came to recommending the different dishes, my favourite dish however, was the sweet and sour chicken but my guest just could not get enough of the duck pancakes.....a popular favourite for most, it appeared, on the night. Like many buffets, many of us assume the food is going to be cold and far from fresh. However, not at Oxy Oriental. The dishes are constantly being replenished to meet demand, so it’s always hot and, more importantly, fresh. This certainly tells in the mouth wateringly beautiful food. In case you still have room (many people don’t) to polish off some dessert, then you may have a difficult choice as they have a huge variety to get your teeth stuck into ranging from traditional puddings to the delectable soft ice creams to keep the kids happy. The Oxy Oriental also boasts a wide selection of drinks to complement all palettes and tastes. If you’re in a hurry, why not try Oxy’s fast and efficient take away service? To top it all, the Loyalty Cards with various discounts keep you coming back for more. Located just three miles from the City Centre, the free parking makes this the perfect venue in many ways. A quick buffet lunch costs £6.10 and £7.10 on a Sunday and an evening meal with friends is £12.95 or £13.95 on Friday and Saturday, and large party bookings are taken for up to 180. Altogether, Oxy Oriental definitely lived up to my expectations, so if you fancy fantastic service and sensational food why not make a visit? I can’t wait to plan my next trip! Oxy Oriental Ozone Leisure Park, Grenoble Road, Oxford OX4 4XP Tel: 01865 749888 Web: www.oxyoriental.com

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