Living in Oxford Magazine January 2017

ISSUE 180

JANUARY 2017

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Welcome to Living in Oxford Welcome to the January edition of Living in Oxford.

Happy New Year to all our readers!

We hope everyone had a lovely Christmas and are feeling refreshed and ready to take on 2017.

Why not kick off the new year with health and happiness in mind by taking part in the Bloodwise Blenheim Palace Triathlon, which takes place on Saturday 3rd June at, you guessed it, Blenheim Palace. I’ve taken part in the past three Blenheim Triathlons and each and every one has been an incredible experience. You rub shoulders with some serious athletes and it’s just great to be a part of such a fantastic event, superbly organised and in aid of a wonderful cause. What’s stopping you getting involved? You can always sign up as a team and just do one of the legs if the whole thing isn’t for you. I promise you it will be an unforgettable experience.

As usual, see our list of upcoming events on page 10 and get planning exciting trips for the new year.

Why not check out the new exhibition at Wiseman Gallery in Summertown, featuring the stunning works of Peter Kettle, about which you can read more on page 26. Also in this issue we feature great reviews of Oxford’s favourite Italian restaurant, La Cucina, and the owners’ new brain child just down the road, Cuttlefish.

Richard Rosser Editor, Living In Oxford Magazine

Contents Oxfordshire Events

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Oxfordshire Accommodation

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Oxfordshire Education

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Oxfordshire Shopping

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Oxfordshire Attractions

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Oxford City Centre Map

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Oxfordshire Theatre

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Oxfordshire Sports

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Oxfordshire Cinema

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Oxfordshire Restaurants

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Oxfordshire Music

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Oxfordshire Health & Beauty

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Oxfordshire Art & Antiques

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Oxfordshire Services

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Bloodwise Blenheim Palace Triathlon

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“Join our team of Bloodwise triathletes at Blenheim Palace and be part of a community of thousands taking on challenges all over the country, for one common goal: beating blood cancer.”

Peter Kettle ‘On Meadow and River’

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"In January 2017, Sarah Wiseman Gallery will launch an exciting solo exhibition of

by Peter Kettle, a dynamic young painter based in Bristol. His new body of work is inspired by Oxfordshire."

Cuttlefish

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"It was a very cold Monday evening for our first visit to Cuttlefish, but the welcome was very warm, and the atmosphere extremely welcoming. Olives and water were awaiting us on our table when we arrived, and the service was friendly and attentive."

La Cucina

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“Oh….I’m so full….I honestly couldn’t eat another mouthful.” The desultory remains of my partner’s chocolate cake lay in small pieces on the plate beside me. Suddenly, out of the corner of my eye, I caught a flash of steel which buried itself deep..."

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Saturday, 3 June, 2017 - 08:00 to Sunday, 4 June, 2017 - 19:00 Raising money Every pound you raise will help fund our world class blood cancer research and vital patient support - and we've got some great fundraising incentives to help you reach your sponsorship target! ●

Raise over £200 and you'll be eligible for a Bloodwise Tri belt.

Reach £400 and you'll be in line to receive a brand new Bloodwise triathlon suit.

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Please note that your entry fee only covers the cost of the event. We encourage all charity entrants raise at least £400.

For our Support Line for people affected by blood cancer Call 0808 2080 888 (Mon-Fri 10am-4pm) or email support@bloodwise.org.uk For fundraising support and enquiries Call 020 7504 2215 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) or email hello@bloodwise.org.uk 6

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Bloodwise Blenheim Palace Triathlon Research will beat blood cancer At any one time we have over £90 million invested in research. We’re currently funding over 1,000 researchers and clinicians across over 220 active research projects, as well as countless more awards to train the research leaders of the future.

Blood cancer is the third biggest killer and growing: 38,000 diagnosed every year: one every 14 minutes 13,000 die every year ● 230,000 living with it ● ●

It affects people at all ages and any lifestyle: Almost a third of childhood cancers are blood cancer Blood cancer is the most common cancer in children and young adults ● We fund 4/5 blood cancer researchers ● We are the largest blood cancer research charity ●

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Our Charity events Our supporters take part in events all over the country to help beat blood cancer. If you’re feeling sporty you could take on a run, cycle, or triathlon in our team colours. Perhaps you want to push yourself to the limit and experience a white-knuckle challenge? Or maybe you’d like to spend some time at one of our fascinating talks or rousing concerts?

Bloodwise Blenheim Palace Triathlon Join our team of Bloodwise triathletes at Blenheim Palace and be part of a community of thousands taking on challenges all over the country, for one common goal: beating blood cancer.

Taking place in the glorious grounds of Blenheim Palace, you won't find a more picturesque location for a triathlon. Swim in the magnificent Great Lake, cycle through the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside, and run around the stunning palace itself - knowing that with every passing kilometre you're raising vital funds to beat blood cancer.

The event is open to everyone – you don’t have to be super fit to get involved as Living in Oxford Magazine’s Editor, Richard Rosser can testify “I’ve taken part in the past three Blenheim Triathlons and each and every one has been an incredible experience. You rub shoulders with some serious athletes and it’s just great to be a part of such a fantastic event, superbly organised and in aid of a wonderful cause. What’s stopping you getting involved? You can always sign up as a team and just do one of the legs if the whole thing isn’t for you. I promise you it will be an unforgettable experience.”

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Oxfordshire Events Calendar 2017 A quick overview of events to look forward to. For a full list of what’s going on in Oxford and Oxfordshire, see the website! www.livinginoxford.com

Wine Tasting Experience Day Saturday 7th January: Our Oxford Wine Tasting Days are fantastic days out learning about wine in a relaxed and fun environment - suitable for everyone from the absolute beginner through to budding wine enthusiast.

It's a full Wine Tasting Experience Day - tasting, learning and talking about wine including a delicious 3 course food and wine matching lunch. www.oldbank-hotel.co.uk

Inside Oxford Town Hall Tour Saturday 14th January: Join the Museum of Oxford as we take you on a tour around Oxford's magnificent Town Hall. This grade II* listed building was and still is the place where all of the big decisions for Oxford are made.

There is so much more to this magnificent building than the architecture; the stories of the people who have used and enjoyed this Town Hall past and present are unravelled and explored by our guides. www.oxford.gov.uk

Game Dinner at the Five Arrows Hotel Friday 20th January: Enjoy an aperitif and canapés on arrival, followed by a three course hearty dinner of some of the best game our local countryside has to offer. Tickets are £40 per person, or from just £175 for two, including an overnight stay. The menu for the evening includes Red Wine cured Waddesdon Estate Pigeon Breast, Hambleden Estate Venison and Apple Tart Tatin for dessert. www.fivearrowshotel.co.uk

Lords and Ladies Workshops Saturday 11th - Sunday 19th February: Keep your little lords and ladies busy during half term with our fun new workshops exploring the world of the aristocracy. Children can make music using historic instruments, play historic games including blind man's bluff and checkers, and dress up as a Lord or Lady themselves with wigs, hats, cloaks, eyebrows, and makeup. www.blenheimpalace.com

Oxford International Art Fair Friday 24th - Sunday 26th February: Building on the success of previous year's editions, the art fair will run over three halls, showing a great variety of artworks by a selection of international exhibitors from 26 countries. Expect; Paintings, Photography Art, Illustrations, Jewellery, and more. Giving Art Collectors and Art Enthusiast a great opportunity to buy directly from the artist that has travelled all the way to Oxford. oxfordinternationalartfair.com

Christmas/Winter Exhibition at Turrill Garden Until 25th February: For this show we allow purchasers to take paid work with them so that they can have them in time to give them as special gifts.

With that in mind are aiming to keep our prices towards the more modest end of the market. www.turrillsculpturegarden.org.uk

Bodleian Library Winter Tours Until February 2017: We are delighted to announce a Winter tours offer for group bookings between November and February (terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability). To take advantage of this offer simply quote 'Winter Tours Offer 2016' when making your booking. A regular programme of guided tours of the Old Bodleian Library allows visitors to see inside its historic rooms. www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk

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Oxfordshire Events Experience Oxfordshire 15-16 Broad Street Oxford OX1 3AS. Tel: 01865 686430. Web: www.experienceoxfordshire.org Experience Oxfordshire is pleased to promote the many wonderful cultural events, shows, exhibitions and festivals that take place across the city and county - there’s always something going on in Oxfordshire. Check our website calender to see what events are on tonight, this weekend, or during your future visit.

Freddie Crossley at North Wall Arts Centre Until Saturday 7th January: Most of David Laing’s large woodcuts take their starting point in images, lost landscapes, romantic fragments of prints and paintings of the past. They are then redrawn, manipulated, re-invented and pulled into a real present; low tech in a high tech digital age.

David Laing studied painting and printmaking at Hornsey College of Art, The Royal College of Art and at the Ecole des Beaux Art, Paris. www.thenorthwall.com Cameras in the Sky Exhibition at The Oxfordshire Museum Saturday 14th January - Sunday 26th March: Aerial photography of Oxfordshire from a unique Aerofilms collection cared for by Historic England Archive. www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/oxfordshire-museum Talk: Hokusai: The Name that Sold Books at Ashmolean Museum Saturday 28th January: This talk will approach Hokusai as a publishing phenomenon and look at his substantial achievements in book illustration in the world of 19th-century publishing. www.ashmolean.org Sunny Afternoon at New Theatre Oxford Tuesday 31st January - Saturday 4th February: Sunny Afternoon is an irresistible musical with slick theatricality and ingenious storytelling at its heart. It tells the captivating tale of how one of Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks, rose to stardom. Feel the euphoric highs and experience the power of a live Kinks performance as we witness the band’s beginnings, their barnstorming debut on Top of the Pops, their infamous American tour and their triumphant comeback. www.atgtickets.com/new-theatre-oxford Winter Tours Offer at the Bodleian Library Until Tuesday 28th February: A visit to Oxford is incomplete without a guided tour behind the scenes at the Bodleian Library, situated in the heart of the city. The Bodleian is steeped in history and is the heart of the University, dating back to 1488. This year we are offering special winter discounts on our Standard and Extended Tour when you purchase your tickets online. To take advantage of this fantastic offer, simply purchase your ticket on our online store before your visit! www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk

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Oxfordshire Events The Oxfordshire Museum Park Street, Woodstock, OX20 1SN. Tel: 01993 811456. Web: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/oxfordshiremuseum The Oxfordshire Museum, situated in a beautiful 18th century house at the heart of Woodstock, provides a home for the County's collections.

The museum consists of 11 galleries displaying art, archaeology, local and natural history. Touring exhibitions, a stunning garden, the museum shop and café complement the permanent displays. See a full list of our events at oxfordshire.gov.uk/ oxfordshiremuseum. Opening Times: Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 2pm - 5pm.

Exhibition: Cameras in the Sky Saturday 14th January - Sunday 26th March: Aerial photography of Oxfordshire selected from the Aerofilms collection, cared for by Historic England Archive. Spanning 1919 – 2006 Aerofilms’ founders established the world’s first commercial air photographic business. Free Admission.

Pitt Rivers Museum South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PP Tel: 01865 270927 Web: www.prm.ox.ac.uk

January Pitt Stop: Chinese Lanterns Saturday 7th January: Get ready for the Chinese New Year celebrations and make your very own Chinese lantern to use in a special parade at the end of January. Time: 1pm - 4pm.

Stitch of a Symbol Until Thursday 12th February: A showcase of textiles and embroideries from the collections of Sheila Paine. This display will feature material assembled by Sheila Paine during her fieldwork throughout East and Central Asia. Items on display will include yurt amulets from Turkmenistan, Uzbek hats and fine embroidery from Pakistan, as well as other examples of textile craft from East and Central Asia.

January Under 5s: A Little Look at... Hats Friday 13th January: A fun and hands-on session for walkers to 5 years. Come along and see some of our amazing objects and make something to take home with you. Time: 10.30am - 12pm.

Bitten Oxford Web: bittenoxford.co.uk Twitter: @BittenOxford Facebook: /bittenoxford Bitten Street, Oxford’s street food market, kicked off in 2014. We’ve since made Oxford Castle Quarter our home, with a rotating selection of street food and drink. Hosting a regular collection of local traders while also playing host to a glittering selection of the UK’s best street food traders from further afield, each event is unique and each trader is hand picked for their awesome food and epic vans/trucks/stalls. Bitten Street is all wrapped up for winter now, but we’ll be back at Oxford Castle next Spring.

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Oxford Castle Unlocked 44-46 Oxford Castle, Oxford, OX1 1AY Tel: 01865 260666. Web: www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk Discover 1,000 years of Oxford’s history. Oxford Castle Unlocked is a visitor attraction with a past stretching far beyond your imagination. Led by a costumed character guide, the rich history of the castle will be revealed.

Climb the Saxon St George’s Tower, descend deep underground into the Crypt, explore the Prison D-Wing and scale the Mound of the 11th century motte-and-bailey castle.

See a full list of our events at www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk. Opening Times: 10am - 5pm.

Bill Spectre's Ghost Trails Until Saturday 29th April: You are hereby cordially invited to join Bill Spectre on a walking tour of Oxford’s ghosts. Illustrated with props and illusions, your costumed guide (who is a professional actor and equity member) will entertain and horrify you through the streets of this most historic city. You may regret not bringing a camera. The spirits of Oxford are revealed, when you examine the nightmares that lie beneath the dreaming spires of this most edifying city. Join Bill as he lifts the lid on this seat of learning. Tours depart from outside Oxford Castle Unlocked at 6.30pm. For a shorter walk, meet outside the Visitor Information Centre, 15-16 Broad Street at 7pm. Time: Fridays & Saturdays, 6.30pm. Price: Adults: £8, (13-15 Year Olds) £6, (5-12 Year Olds) £4

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Oxfordshire Education EF International Language Centre Pullens Lane, OX3 0DT, Headington, Oxford. Tel: +44 (0) 1865 759 660. www.ef.co.uk – Facebook: EF Oxford – Twitter: @efoxford EF International Language centres, is a Modern campus with disabled friendly facilities. Situated in the prestigious area, Pullens Lane in Oxford.

We offer English courses and University preparation to students from more than 50 countries. Our courses are flexible in length to suit you, from 2 weeks to 52 weeks a year. Our EF Efektatm learning system is widely known to be the most effective way to learn. You are guaranteed to learn faster with our experienced teachers, the latest language technology and interaction with the local culture plus we will help you prepare for and take official language proficiency exams for example, IELTS and Cambridge ESOL, being also an examination centre for the Cambridge exams. EF offers you a complete study experience, including free-time activities and excursions. We arrange accommodation, meals, visa guidance, medical insurance and anything else you can think of, so you are able to just focus on learning and enjoying your course and exciting experience.”

The Lake School of English Oxford 14 Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1JQ. Tel: +44 (0) 1865 724312.

Email: carmel@englishinoxford.com Web: www.englishinoxford.com In the centre of Oxford, the Lake School of English offers a professional, dynamic approach to teaching and a supportive environment for learning with intensive courses delivered by well-qualified and experienced teachers. Our students enjoy personal attention, inclusive social activities, comfortable accommodation and lovely self-study facilities. The Lake School is British Council accredited, a leading Centre of Excellence 2010 – 2015, and a member of Quality English.

Our Lady’s Abingdon Abingdon on Thames, Oxfordshire, OX14 3PS. Tel: 01235 524658. Web: www.olab.org.uk The facilities on offer are extensive. Building programmes over recent years have provided excellent teaching facilities for subjects across the curriculum including a spacious Sixth Form Centre and a purpose built Nursery. A major building programme was recently completed. This included a new auditorium, drama studio, science laboratory, exhibition and reception area, teaching space and library/resource centre.

Eckersley Oxford 14 Friars Entry, Oxford OX1 2BZ. Tel: 01865 721268. Web: www.eckersley.co.uk Over 50 years teaching English to foreign students in the centre of Oxford, with experienced and qualified teachers. Our long tradition combines with a 21st century approach and state-of-the-art facilities, including interactive whiteboards, a digital language laboratory and of course wireless access from just about anywhere in the School.

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Oxford Parkway NOW OPEN

Now you can say goodbye to delays and cramped, crowded trains.

Switch to Chiltern Railways from Oxford Parkway – our new Park & Ride station near the A40, A34 and A44 – for fast, punctual, more comfortable services to London Marylebone.

To find out more and buy tickets visit chilternrailways.co.uk

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Oxfordshire Attractions City Sightseeing Bus Tours Oxford Railway Station, Park End Street, OX1 1HS. Tel: 01865 790522. Web: www.citysightseeingoxford.com Our award winning one hour tour takes you on a fascinating journey around both the famous University colleges and the historic buildings of the city itself. Hop on and off at any of our nineteen bus stops around the town. All buses have live guides or recorded commentary in up to thirteen languages. Tours operate all day every day except Christmas/Boxing and New years day.

Tickets valid on Red and Green Buses.

St Michael at the North Gate Cornmarket Street, Oxford, OX1 3EY. Tel: 01865 240940. Web: www.smng.org.uk St Michael at the North Gate is the oldest Church Tower in Oxford and is definitely worth a visit! There’s also a treasury of silver and bronze dating back to the 1600s and you can also see a copy of the church accounts dating back hundreds of years. Open: 10.30am - 5pm (10.30am - 4pm in Winter). Admission: Adults and Concessions £2.50, Students £2.00, Children £1.30, Family ticket £7.00

Oxford Castle Quarter 43 Oxford Castle, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1AY. Tel: 01865 20165. Web: www.oxfordcastle.com Oxford’s oldest new quarter, once home to the infamous Oxford Prison and now home to an exciting hub of restaurants and the gorgeous Malmaison Boutique Hotel. The Castle also has an exciting visitor attraction ‘Oxford Castle Unlocked,’ where the secrets of the castle have been unlocked. For art lovers there is the O3 Gallery, with exhibitions all year round.

Oxford Visitor Information Centre 15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS Tel: 01865 686 430.

Email: info@experienceoxfordshire.org Web: experienceoxfordshire.org The Oxford Visitor Information Centre staff provide an extensive range of services to help make your stay enjoyable and memorable. We offer a wide range of guides, maps, souvenirs and local produce. We also can guide you to the best Oxfordshire has to offer. We are also the home of Oxford Official Walking Tours, the best way to explore Oxford on foot. See in store or get in contact with us by Tel: 01865 686430 Email: info@experienceoxfordshire.org

The James Sadler Oxford Balloon Experience Tel: 0845 116 8899. Email: info@oxfordballoonexperience.com Web: www.oxfordballoonexperience.com The James Sadler Oxford Balloon Experience, a World class attraction to commemorate James Sadler, a working-class hero who made history in 1784 by becoming the first Englishman to fly, as well as many other remarkable achievements. The Centre will offer 120 metre high balloon rides in a tethered balloon, alongside a complementary information and education centre, educating visitors about Sadler’s extraordinary achievements.

Education is key: interactive scientific concepts will be designed with children in mind.

University Church of St. Mary the Virgin High Street, Oxford OX1 4BJ. Tel: 01865 279111. Web: www.university-church.ox.ac.uk St Mary’s is situated at the historic heart of the City and University of Oxford.

Thought to be the oldest university building in the world, the Tower was built in 1280, and the University’s reference library was added in 1320. It is worth the climb of 127 steps to make it to the top to enjoy fine uninterrupted views across Oxford and the surrounding countryside. Open: 9am to 5pm (July and August 9am-6pm).

Tower Admission: Adult £4 (Concs £2.50)

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Carfax Tower Junction of St Aldates and High Street, Oxford OX1 4AZ. Tel: 01865 792653.

Open: 10am to 5.30pm. Admission: £2.20, Children £1.10.

In 1818 St Martin’s church was rebuilt complete with tower. However, the church, apart from its tower, was demolished in 1896. The tower is all that remains today. Two ‘quarter boys’ who hit the bells at every quarter hour adorn the east facade of the church clock. Climb up 99 steps to get a sweeping view of Oxford’s spires.

Open 10am - 5.30pm, Apr - Oct (4.30pm in October), Admission £2.20, Children £1.10.

Oxford Official Walking Tours 15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS Tel: 01865 686442. Web: experienceoxfordshire.org/official-tours What better way to discover our beautiful city than on foot? The Oxford Official Walking Tours are a fascinating and entertaining way to explore and learn about this unique city, its history, University, famous people and odd traditions. Oxford Official Walking Tours cover a wide range of topics from an introduction to the city and its University to Inspector Morse, Harry Potter, J.R.R. Tolkien and more. Email: officialtours@experienceoxfordshire.org

Didcot Railway Centre Didcot, Oxon, OX11 7NJ. Tel: 01235 817200.

Web: www.didcotrailwaycentre.org.uk Home of the Great Western Society and its unique collection of Great Western Railway steam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings and small relics and a recreation of Brunel’s broad gauge railway.

Half term steamdays: Sat/Sun/Wed/Sat/Sun 11/12/15/18/19 February.

Day Out With Thomas: 4/5 March. Book online at: www.dayoutwiththomas.co.uk/didcot

Cherwell Boathouse - Punting Bardwell Road, Oxford, OX2 6ST (1 mile from the town centre).

Tel: 01865 515978. Web: www.cherwellboathouse.co.uk Enjoy the quintessential Oxford experience punting on the River Cherwell.

With over 70 hand built punts, boats and canoes. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon in a beautiful tranquil environment on the river.

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Oxfordshire Theatre New Theatre Oxford George St, Oxford, OX1 2AG Tel: 0844 871 3020 Web: www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-theatre-oxford

Jack Whitehall: At Large Sunday 15th - Monday 16th January: Multi award-winning stand-up comic Jack Whitehall is back on tour and bringing his brand new live show to theatres across the country. Jack Whitehall: At Large is the biggest tour ever from one of the UK’s hottest comedy stars. Fresh from hosting the Royal Variety Performance and starring in Bad Education and A League Of Their Own, this is your chance to catch Jack at his dynamic best, live on stage! Visit www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-theatre-oxford for pricing.

Lord Of The Dance: Dangerous Games Tuesday 24th - Thursday 26th January: Fresh from hugely successful runs in the West End, Broadway, Europe and the Southern Hemisphere, Lord of the Dance: Dangerous Games continues to thrill audiences around the globe with its intoxicating mix of dance and music that fuses the traditional with the contemporary in a classic tale that showcases the exceptional talent of the cast. Visit www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-theatre-oxford for pricing.

Oxford Playhouse Oxford Playhouse, 11 - 12 Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2LW. Box Office: 01865 305305. Web: www.oxfordplayhouse.com

Heartbeats and Algorithms Tuesday 10th - Wednesday 11th January: Banks is working late, designing an algorithm that will predict the decisions of people in seemingly unpredictable predicaments. In the process of perfecting the equation, she ends up creating a program that gets to know her better than she knows herself. As a result, it predicts that she will soon find herself in a predicament of her own. A dark and heart-achingly funny thriller that examines the role technology plays in our lives. Prepare yourself to be swept up in the seductive and inescapable world of information use and abuse. Visit www.oxfordplayhouse.com for pricing.

Edward II Wednesday 25th - Saturday 28th January: University of Oxford students present a new version of Christopher Marlowe’s political thriller. England.

The King is dead and his son, Edward II, now sits on the throne, full of radical ideas and driven by a forbidden passion. Torn between his wife, the powerful nobles and his banished lover, Piers Gaveston, Edward is a King caught between love and leadership. Explore a world where battles are fought behind closed doors. Visit www.oxfordplayhouse.com for pricing.

Old Fire Station 40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQ Tel: 01865 263980 Web: www.oldfirestation.org.uk

The Psychic Project Friday 27th January: A mind-reading show based on the true story of the Cold War’s psychic spies. In 1972, the Cold War took an unusual turn. The CIA learnt that Russia was investing in mind-control research and achieving some remarkable results. Not wanting to be left behind, US scientists began a secret project to train civilians as psychic spies: stealing secrets, manipulating memories and finding out if thoughts can kill.

Tickets: £10, £8 (concs). Time: 7.30pm

Spillikin – A Love Story Friday 10th - Saturday 11th February: It’s the ’70s. Sally likes Debbie Harry, Raymond likes making robots; they’re an unlikely pair. Flash forward to 2030. After a long, childless and sometimes bumpy marriage, Sally has Alzheimers. Before Raymond died he created a robot, uploaded with his memories, to keep her company. It’s the ultimate love letter from beyond the grave. Tickets: £12, £10 (concs).

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Creation Theatre Tel: 01865 766266 Web: www.creationtheatre.co.uk

1984 Sunday 5th February - Sunday 5th March: Our latest site-specific production will be set amidst the astonishing space-age elegance of Oxford’s Mathematical Institute. Jonathan Holloway’s adaptation launches Orwell’s genre-defining dystopian tragedy out of post-WWll period gloom and into today’s data dominated world. Everything is seen and recorded and the true gravity of our situation lurks behind the benign smile of global connectivity. Location: Mathematical Institute, Oxford.

Cornerstone Arts Centre Station Rd, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11.

Tel: 01235 515144. Web: www.cornerstone-arts.org

Chairman's Charity Concert: Radio Days Big Band Saturday 21st January: A cracking evening of big band swing classics.

We are delighted to be hosting the Chairman of South Oxfordshire District Council, Cllr Paul Harrison’s annual concert in aid of his two charities: the British Heart Foundation and British Liver Trust. The concert will feature Radio Days, a sixteen piece Big Band playing swing music from the 1930s to the 1960s. Tickets: £15, Conc £13.50. Time: 7.30pm

The Bear Sunday 22nd January: One night when she's fast asleep, an enormous snowy white bear climbs into Tilly's bedroom. It has a big black tongue and a yawn as big as your head. But Tilly's not scared. With dazzling puppetry, dreamy storytelling and dozens of laughs, The Bear is an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Bring your bear, and join Tilly on a magical adventure. Adapted for the stage by Pins and Needles.

Tickets: £9, Conc £7. Time: 2pm

The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade, Oxford, OX2 7JN. Tel: 01865 319450. Web: www.thenorthwall.com

Snow White & Other Tales from the Brothers Grimm Until Saturday 7th January: Enter the magical world of the Brothers Grimm where straw can be spun into gold, the moon can be kidnapped, death can be bargained with and whatever you do, don’t trust your parents. From the director of last year’s raucous Treasure Island and 2014’s freewheeling Wind in the Willows comes another eccentric Christmas treat for all the family. For the first time we’ll be transforming The North Wall into a theatre in the round with the stalls arranged around circular tables so you can get up close with the action.

Tickets: £15. Times vary, see website for details.

Luke Courtier: Lunch Saturday 21st January: Luke Courtier presents a high-octane series of musical comedy vignettes asking that vital question: what is it that really happens at Lunch? From the fashionable perils of adequate dog size, to an ill-fortuned death in Knightsbridge and the doomed travails of a duck called Susan. Song, searing relevance and that rather lovely feeling one gets when you manage to grab a hold of the very last saucisson sec in the charcuterie aisle of the Fulham Waitrose.

Tickets: £10, £8 (concs). Time: 8pm

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Oxfordshire 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. Tweet us what you think of this months releases @inoxford

Assassin's Creed Officially, Callum no longer exists. He’s been “executed”, and now, kept in a secret facility, he has the chance to experience his assassin ancestor’s memories and learn the ‘Assassin’s Creed’. A revolutionary technology called the Animus allows him to relive the life of Aguilar, an elite member of the Assassins during the Spanish Inquisition. Gaining knowledge and skills from the past, he’ll use them to fight against the oppressive Templars.

La La Land ‘La La Land’ follows the entwined stories of Mia, an aspiring actress who serves coffee between auditions, and Sebastian, a jazz pianist confined to playing the hits in dingy bars. A breathless, life-affirming romance begins between the two of them, and they’re happy for the first time in a long time.

But as they finally find success, the dreams they’ve pursued for so long threaten to tear them apart.

Sing ‘Sing’ is the story of Buster Moon, a dapper, down-on-his-luck koala whose theatre has fallen on hard times. In a last-ditch attempt to save it, he organises a singing competition. It’s open to everyone, and everyone turns up: Rosita, a pig who used to sing but gave it up to have a family; Ash, a punk rock porcupine; and Johnny, a gorilla torn between his family’s criminal gang and his showbiz dreams.

Upcoming Film Releases Fifty Shades Darker After breaking up with Christian, Ana is trying to move on from their relationship. But events turn ‘Fifty Shades Darker’ when he reappears, wanting her back in his life. This time, Ana doesn’t want any rules, any punishments, or any secrets. But that might prove difficult as the demons in Christian’s past – and the other women he’s been with – come back to haunt him. They’ve just gotten back together, but will they be torn apart?

The LEGO Batman Movie It’s time to experience Batman’s awesome world in ‘The LEGO Batman Movie’. He has millions of dollars, all the gadgets money can buy, and a sweet (very dark) costume. Better yet, he gets to spend every night punching evil in the face on the streets of Gotham. But now, to his horror, he has a responsibility – to look after the orphan boy he accidentally adopted.

And how better to do that than by taking him on as a sidekick?

Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk ‘Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk’ follows a 19-year-old private who became a hero in a harrowing battle in Iraq, and was brought home for a victory tour.

Culminating with the halftime show at the Thanksgiving football game, the story reveals what really happened to Billy on that fateful day – and how different the reality is from the way America chooses to see it. Based on the bestselling novel and directed by Academy Award-winner Ang Lee.

Beauty And The Beast Retelling the timeless tale for a new generation, ‘Beauty And The Beast’ is the story of Belle, a spirited, intelligent and beautiful woman who is taken prisoner by a beast. Trapped and alone, she gradually begins to befriend the castle’s enchanted staff – Cogsworth the clock, Lumiere the candlestick and Mrs. Potts the teapot. And over time, she learns to look past her captor’s monstrous appearance, beginning to fall for the kind-hearted prince.

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

Viennese New Year Concert Saturday 14th January: The City of Oxford Orchestra will once again banish those post-Christmas blues with their exciting Viennese New Year concert. In the first half, virtuoso pianist Tom Poster performs one of Mozart's most beautiful piano concerti. In the second half Stephen Bell will whirl the orchestra and audience to Vienna with an eclectic mixture of Strauss favourites, and the amazing soprano Pamela Hay will add her own special musical magic and charm to the proceedings, when she and Tom perform some favourite Gershwin songs. Not to be missed! Venue: Sheldonian Theatre.

Time: 8pm. Tickets: £10-£33 call (01865) 744457 or (01865) 305305.

Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra 29a Teignmouth Road, London. Email: info@oxfordphil.com Tel: 01865 980 980/01865 305 305. Web: www.oxfordphil.com

Martha Argerich Saturday 21st January: Prokofiev Piano Concerto No. 3 in C major, Op. 26, Giulia Monducci Versus (world premiere), Stravinsky The Firebird Suite (1919). Martha Argerich piano, Marios Papadopoulos conductor. Martha Argerich rose to fame with her interpretations of the virtuoso piano literature of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Any appearance by Argerich is a major event in any orchestra's season, and under the baton of Music Director Marios Papadopoulos, she performs Prokofiev’s third piano concerto, a blazing affirmation of impishness and rhapsody. Celebrating the Orchestra’s dynamic residency at the University of Oxford, the Oxford Philharmonic performs a shining work of student Giulia Monducci, whose Versus was presented in our 2016 Composers’. Tickets: £15-£50 (students £5). Time: 7.30pm. Venue: Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford.

Chamber Series: Archduke Sunday 22nd January: Brahms Piano Trio No. 3 in C minor , Op. 101, Shostakovich Piano Trio No. 2 in E minor, Op. 67, Beethoven Piano Trio in B flat major, Op. 97, ‘Archduke’. Natalia Lomeiko violin, Mats Lidström cello Martin Roscoe piano. Pianist Martin Roscoe’s enduring popularity is built on a deeply thoughtful musicianship allied to an easy rapport with audiences and fellow musicians alike. He joins the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra’s Natalia Lomeiko and Mats Lidström for ravishing piano trios by Beethoven, Shostakovich and Brahms. Supported by Elizabeth and David Ure & Celia and Andrew Curran.

Tickets £25 (students £5). Time: 3pm. Venue: TS Eliot Theatre, Merton College.

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Oxfordshire Art & Antiques Sanders of Oxford 104 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 242590 E-mail: info@sandersofoxford.com Sanders of Oxford, situated in the 17th century Salutation Inn, has long been a landmark on the High Street. Our selection of prints and maps, dating from 16th – 20th Centuries, is extensive and encompasses a wide range of subjects, engravers and prices.

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 Founded in 1966, Modern Art Oxford is one of the UK’s most exciting and influential contemporary art spaces with an international reputation for ambitious and innovative projects. The gallery is open to all and all our exhibitions and events are completely free of charge, unless stated. We aim to make contemporary art accessible and engaging to the widest audience through presentation and participation.

Aidan Meller Gallery 13 Turl Street, Oxford, OX1 3DQ Tel: 01865 580437 14 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS Tel: 01865 250550 Aidan Meller Galleries is a specialist fine art dealer with three exhibitions spaces in Oxford showing contemporary, modernist and old master art.

Recent exhibitions have included original works by the likes of Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse, Joan Miró, Edward Burne-Jones and John Everett Millais. Opening hours: Mon – Fri 10am – 6pm, Sun 11am – 5pm

Peter Kettle ON MEADOW AND RIVER 14TH - 28TH JANUARY 2017 www.wisegal.com Tel: 01865 515 123 40-41 South Parade Summertown Oxford OX2 7JL

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Christ Church Picture Gallery Drawing in Red

26 October 2016 - 30 January 2017 Opening Times:

Mon, Wed-Sat: 10.30am-1pm & 2-4.30pm, Sun: 2-4.30pm (closed Tuesdays) Christ Church, Oxford Entrance via Oriel Square Admission: £4/£2 Tel: 01865 276172 www.chch.ox.ac.uk/gallery

Sanders of Oxford Antique Prints & Maps

Month of Maps: January 2017 sees us present three exhibitions and three catalogues in three weeks: 17th Century Oxford and Oxfordshire; Maps of the Ancient World & Maps, Maps, Maps a catalogue of recent cartographic acquisitions.

Online sale: We are offering 15% off online purchases throughout January. See our website for full details.

104 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 242590.

E-mail: info@sandersofoxford.com.

Web: www.sandersofoxford.com. Admission: FREE. Open: Mon to Sat 10am - 6pm, Sun 11am - 5pm

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Peter Kettle ‘On Meadow and River’ 14th – 28th January In January 2017, Sarah Wiseman Gallery will launch an exciting solo exhibition of by Peter Kettle, a dynamic young painter based in Bristol.

His new body of work is inspired by Oxfordshire.

Peter’s atmospheric landscapes explore the British countryside, in particular his native Wales. His typical style is highly expressive and textured, using a variety of materials from oil paint to clay and acrylic. The result is painting that is highly attuned to the landscape in all its senses from describing terrain to the weather elements.

Over the late summer and autumn of 2016, Peter began work on his Oxfordshire series with a walk along the Glyme Valley Way. Stretching from Chipping Norton to Woodstock, it takes in the pathways and rolling countryside in and around Oxford, passing ancient sites of abandoned villages and Roman remains. Endlessly curious, Peter’s walks have taken him all over the county, from Whittenham Clumps to Abingdon and Hinksey Lake, drawing and painting all the while. His animated style and fearless approach to the canvas brings to life Oxfordshire’s late summer light, fields of stubble and hedgerows. The exhibition title ‘On Meadow and River’, is taken from Gerard Manley Hopkins’ poem ‘Binsey Poplars’, a 19th century observation of a dramatically changing landscape. Peter’s paintings are a raw yet sensitive exploration of a county that has seen countless changes over the centuries, and yet is still in touch with its rural traditions and customs.

Peter Kettle has worked with Sarah Wiseman Gallery since 2013, when he first approached the gallery. Spotting something special in his work, Sarah Wiseman offered him an exhibition on the spot, to great success. Since then, Peter’s star has continued to rise. He has been identified as ‘One to Watch’ by Moneyweek magazine and in 2015 he was made a member of the Royal Cambrian Academy. He has been a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts since 2014.

Peter was born and brought up in Wales, where he began his painting career working from a disused milking shed near Cardiff. Braving freezing temperatures, he worked tirelessly to establish his painting practice. He now lives and works in Bristol, continuing to exhibit nationally. This will be his second solo show with Sarah Wiseman Gallery, following a hugely successful exhibition in January 2015.

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Oxfordshire Accommodation 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.

The Beetle and Wedge Ferry Lane Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxfordshire OX10 9JF. Tel: 01491 651381. Web: www.beetleandwedge.co.uk Set on the banks of the River Thames immortalised in ‘The Wind in the Willows’ and Jerome K Jerome’s chronicled escapades of his friends’ visits in ‘Three Men in a Boat’, the Boathouse Restaurant emphasis is on quality of food, wines and service. The older part of our beautiful old beamed Boathouse offers our famous open charcoal grill where delicacies are created before your very eyes. Join us and enjoy the tranquillity and peace of a beautiful riverside setting for relaxed dining.

Royal Oxford Hotel Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1HR. Tel: 01865 248432. Web: www.royaloxfordhotel.co.uk The Royal Oxford Hotel is a Non Smoking Property located 2 minutes walk to the bus and train stations and offers: * Air conditioned bedrooms * Free wireless network throughout the hotel * Spacious and well appointed accommodation * Complementary water and selection of fresh fruit in all bedrooms * Tourist Information Within easy reach of the train station and the centre of Oxford.

YHA 2a Botley Rd, Oxford OX2 0AB. Tel: 01865 727275.

Web: www.yha.org.uk This modern hostel iscentrally located, right next to Oxford Train Station.

YHA Oxford offers affordable accommodation in rooms of 2, 4 or 6 beds.

There is a café/bar serving great coffee, snacks, evening meals and a full English breakfast is available each morning. We also have self-catering kitchen facilities, a garden, laundry facilities and luggage storage for guests. Just a short walk away from the historic town centre, we’re an ideal place to base for yourself to explore the city and surrounding areas.

Malmaison Oxford Malmaison, 3 New Road, Oxford, OX1 1AY Tel: 0871 943 0350 Web: www.malmaison.com It’s never a hard day’s night at Oxford hotel, which is surely one of our most unique buildings around. Located in a converted prison in a medieval castle, this boutique hotel is in Oxford Castle Quarter, one of the oldest, busiest and trendiest spots in the city. So, if you’re tired of doing hard time in run-of-the-mill hotels, check into this extraordinary slammer where the only hardship is having to go home!

The Feathers Hotel Market Street, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1SX. Tel: 01993 812 291. Web: www.feathers.co.uk The Feathers Hotel is an inviting country retreat that combines historic charm with a fun personality. Named Oxfordshire’s Restaurant of the Year 2012, it currently holds the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of gin (167 varieties). “The Gin Experience” menu is £75 per person for seven courses.

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Jury’s Inn Godstow Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8AL Tel: 01865 489 988 Web: www.jurysinns.com Jurys Inn Oxford has 168 stylish rooms perfectly designed to offer guests all the comforts of home. Our spacious hotel rooms come fully equipped with free Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms, a flat screen TV with Freeview, trouser press, and more.

Bear & Ragged Staff 28 Appleton Road, Cumnor, Oxfordshire OX2 9QH Tel: 01865 862329 Web: www.bearandraggedstaff.com The room count in Cumnor has just increased by another 125% with the opening of the last five of nine rooms at the Bear and Ragged Staff in December 2012. The Bear is just 2 miles away from the A34, 4 miles West of Oxford and without all the city centre parking issues and outside rush hour, is just a 12 minute drive away. Park and Ride facilities are just a 5 minute drive.

River Hotel Botley Road, Oxford, OX2 0AA. Tel: (01865) 243475.

Web: www.riverhotel.co.uk Email: reception@riverhotel.co.uk Long established local business • Excellent City location overlooking the river, by ‘Thames Walk’ towpath • Oxford College owned property, originally an 1870’s Master-builder’s home • 18 bedrooms with own bathroom, all with expected in-room facilities • 24-hr access for registered residents, free on-site car-park and wi-fi • SatNav, via Mill Street, take immediate first lane on right OX2 0AJ • On A420, 1 mile to A34 ring road, west exit at Botley/Seacourt interchange • Easy walk to City, Colleges, Venues, Conferences, near Said Business School • VisitEngland ** metro grading, breakfast table service, residents bar ‘Large enough to be comfortable, small enough to be friendly’

Holiday Inn Oxford Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 8JD. Tel: 0871 942 9086. Web: www.hioxfordhotel.co.uk The Holiday Inn Oxford hotel is beside the A34 and with ample free parking, it’s easy to travel into Oxford - just hop on the Park and Ride bus adjacent to the hotel. It’s also close to the M40, M4, Blenheim Palace and Silverstone.

The 154 bedroom purpose-built hotel offers Wi-Fi internet access and excellent hotel family rooms for up to 2 adults and 2 children. And because Kids Eat & Stay Free, it’s a fantastic value for families. While you’re here, enjoy the large gym, pool and beauty therapists in the Spirit health club. The Holiday Inn Oxford also boasts Academy Conference and Training Suites, with a dedicated team to help you plan your event and run the day.

Righton Group Limited 8 South Parade, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7JL. Tel: 01865 311 696 Web: www.rightonstay.co.uk Righton Group Limited specialises in the provision of high quality serviced accommodation in Oxfordshire and locations in south east England. Our properties are carefully selected to be close to local amenities, transport links and key businesses and can be rented for as little as three nights through to a year or more. Our service includes weekly linen and towel changes, weekly freshenup cleans, internet access, telephone and tariffs inclusive of utilities.

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.

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Oxfordshire Shopping Wychwood Brewery Eagle Maltings, The Crofts, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 4DP Tel: 01993 890800 Web: www.wychwood.co.uk The Wychwood Brewery is tucked away behind the main street of the market town of Witney, in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds. Discover the brewing process of Wychwood & Brakspear Beers, from seeing the raw ingredients to the finished product during one of our 45 minute guided tours. After the tour you are invited to sample our flagship Legendary Hobgoblin and our range of Wychwood and Brakspear bottled beers.

University of Oxford Shop 106 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BW Tel: 01865 247414. Web: www.oushop.com Established in 1991, the University of Oxford Shop has been welcoming visitors and residents of Oxford for 25 years. Our ranges of official merchandise, clothing and gifts feature exclusive Oxford designs and where possible are made in the UK. We are wholly owned by the University and profits from every purchase help to support teaching and research.

Fairtrade at St Michaels The Basement, St Michael at the North Gate, Cornmarket Street, Oxford, OX1 3EY. Tel: 01865 722505. Web: www.fairtradeatstmichaels.co.uk Oxford’s Fairtrade at St Michaels is an Aladdin’s cave of goods. 76 different suppliers from around the world provide our diverse range of products – from quirky ornaments to functional homeware, stationery to skincare, artisan jewellery to children’s toys and clothing, plus an extensive range of delicious food. Fairtrade at St Michaels is a member of the British Association for Fair Trade Shops (BAFTS) and Cooperatives UK.

Bicester Village 50 Pingle Dr, Bicester OX26 6WD. Tel: 01869 366266. Web: www.bicestervillage.com Discover a relaxed shopping haven in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside, where spacious boutiques showcase the world’s leading fashion and lifestyle brands. Quality, attention to detail and five-star service are hallmarks of the Bicester Village shopping experience.

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Oxford United Football Club The Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road, Oxford OX4 4XP. Tel: 01865 337533. Web: www.oufc.co.uk Oxford United Football Club is a professional association football club based in the city of Oxford, Oxfordshire, England. Get Behind The U’s! Save money by booking your tickets before the day of the game. Get the latest news straight from Oxford United. Official team updates, match previews & reviews, transfer information and much more on our website.

Frilford Heath Golf Club Oxford Rd, Frilford Heath, Abingdon OX13 5NW. Tel: 01865 390864. Web: www.frilfordheath.co.uk Frilford Heath is located to the South of Oxford on 500 acres of glorious undulating Heathland and is one of the best venues in the south of England; rarely can a club offer three championship golf courses (Red, Green and Blue) that allow the opportunity to revel in their classical or modern challenge!

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Oxfordshire Restaurants Asian Jee Saheb 15 North Parade Avenue, Oxford, OX2 6LX. Tel: (01865) 513773. Web: www.jeesaheb.co.uk With our restaurant we have created an ambience that will make you feel relaxed and welcomed. Our key aim is to use fresh produce and source it from local suppliers where possible. We offer no fuss, just classic Asian cuisine. You can enjoy our food in a main dining room, with a party of friends in our function room with a capacity of 28, or in our garden.

The Snooty Mehmaan Littleworth, Faringdon Oxfordshire SN7 8PW Tel: 01367 242 260 Web: www.thesnootymehmaan.co.uk Located in Faringdon, Oxford and surrounded by the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside. The restaurant itself holds many of the original buildings strong architectural features including original oak beams and flooring give the Snooty Mehmaan its strong and natural environment that amplifies both the mood and the creative food on offer.

Thaikhun Oxford 36 George Street, Oxford OX1 2BJ Email: oxford@thaikhun.co.uk Tel: 01865 591960. Web: www.thaikhun.co.uk Thaikhun quite literally brings Thailand to you! Thaikhun Oxford transports you directly to the bustle and quirky excitement of Asia's most famous eating experience, with mouthwatering dishes that bring Thai flavours to your table. Join us to enjoy Thai street food, catch up with friends, unwind after work and enjoy the sights and sounds while indulging in an unrivalled selection of delicious Thai delights. Now with our brand new Thai cookery school, we’re offering the complete Thai experience to enjoy with your family and friends.

Malikas 218 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1UQ. Tel: 01865 723 029. Web: www.malikasrestaurant.co.uk In the middle of the buzzing area of Cowley Road, you will find Malikas, which guarantees a superior Indian cuisine experience! Modern decor, which seats 70, but still the atmosphere is cozy and relaxing.

COSMO Oxford Unit 9 Northgate Quarter, Magdalen Street, Oxford, OX1 3AD Tel: 01865 297575 Web: www.cosmo-restaurants.co.uk With more than 150 dishes from around the world and various live cooking stations, COSMO Oxford will deliver seasonal menus from a global kitchen.

Whether you are looking for Japanese, Chinese, Italian, Indian, Mexican or Continental food, you'll be spoilt for choice. Best of all, eat all you like for ONE SET PRICE (prices vary depending on days and time).

Aziz Chequers 17A, Beaumont Road, Headington Quarry, Oxford, OX3 8JN Email: reservations@aziz.uk.com Tel: 01865 763321 Web: www.aziz.uk.com Aziz is now located at The Chequers Inn, Headington Quarry Oxford! Same food, with better facilities, free onsite parking and a beer garden. With our restaurant we have created and ambiance that will make you feel relaxed and welcomed and with our award winning team from the front of house staff to our award winning chefs who will offer you a great dinning experience.

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Classic bangladeshi and indian cuisine ◆ Beautiful location with on-site car parking ◆ Lovely garden for dining and private functions ◆ Small and large parties catered for ◆ Superb sunday buffet with over 30 selections to choose from ◆ Take away and home delivery service available ◆ Free WIFI

Visit our website aziz.uk.com or call us on 01865 763321 Aziz Restaurant, Chequers 17A, Beaumont Road, Headington Quarry, Oxford, OX3 8JN

Traditional The Beetle and Wedge Ferry Lane Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxfordshire OX10 9JF. Tel: 01491 651381. Web: www.beetleandwedge.co.uk The Restaurant offers a warm and friendly atmosphere and a magical combination of fabulous food, an idyllic location and great service - our mission is to ensure your time with us is as enjoyable as possible. Families are important to us at The Beetle & Wedge Boathouse and children are always welcome, we can adapt our menus to suit most tastes and provide highchairs where necessary. If you have any special requirements please contact us.

The Trout Godstow Rd, Wolvercote, Oxford, OX2 8PN Tel: 01865 510930. Web: www.thetroutoxford.co.uk Nestled on the banks of the River Thames and steeped in history this 17th century pub is a unique setting to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Our traditional pub building has been stylishly refurbished to make it the perfect place to find a cosy corner and take time out whilst enjoying some of our Chefs' seasonal dishes and our great selection of wines, ales and lagers.

Spanish Al-Andalus Tapas Bar Little Clarendon Street, Oxford. OX1 2HS. Tel: 01865 516 688. Web: www.tapasoxford.co.uk Our menus are bursting with Spanish flavours and cooked in a traditional style, a great way to enjoy the true taste of Spain! So forget the traditional way of ordering meals with starters and main courses and treat yourself to a Spanish banquet.

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Oxfordshire Restaurants Italian La Cucina 39-40 St. Clements, Oxford, OX4 1AB. Tel: 01865 793811. Web: www.lacucinaoxford.co.uk The open kitchen allows customers to see chefs at work, tossing pizza and preparing daily specials from 11am - 10.30pm. The menu changes seasonally and caters for all - families and those looking for an authentic italian dining experience in relaxed surroundings. Open front in Summer months.

Marco’s New York Italian Oxford 73 High St, Oxford OX1 4BE. Tel: 01865 248695.

Web: www.mpwrestaurants.co.uk/restaurants/marcos-oxford This stunning Marco Pierre White restaurant is located at number 73 on High Street in the centre of Oxford. Serving an array of mouthwatering dishes from Italian sharing platters, fresh fish, home-made pizza and pasta to New York favourites such as succulent steaks, burgers and Marco’s tasty BBQ ribs and lazy fries. The restaurant and bar offers something for everyone. With a big bar area, this all-day venue is the perfect place to enjoy lunch or dinner or simply pop-in for a light bite or drinks.

Our menus are bursting with Spanish flavours and cooked in a traditional style, a great way to enjoy the true taste of Spain!

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Contemporary Acanthus 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.

Jury’s Inn Godstow Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8AL Tel: 01865 489 988 Web: www.jurysinns.com Our Oxford hotel offers a range of places to enjoy food and drink from coffee and cocktails to grazing boards and an À la carte menu. Our Medio Brasserie offers a mouth-watering menu, the Medio Bar can rustle up fruity cocktails and more, or you can enjoy a light bite at the Cappuccino Lounge.

The Feathers Market Street, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1SX. Tel: 01993 812291. Web: www.feathers.co.uk Eating and drinking is at the heart of The Feathers experience. The awardwinning Restaurant serves the best of modern English cuisine and locally sourced ingredients – light and fresh in summer, rich and robust in winter.

A more informal Bar is open all day for coffee, lunch, cream tea and supper.

1855 Oxford 4 Oxford Castle, New Road, Oxford, OX1 1AY Tel: 01865 247 217 Web: www.1855oxford.com We are open from dawn to dusk, serving eclectic and exceptional wines, carefully matched seasonal produce and fantastic wood roasted coffees.

At 1855, taste is everything. Our food and drink menus are carefully chosen to enhance each other and inspire you to try something new. Our staff are friendly, happy and service focused. Together they have in-depth knowledge on our wine and food offerings.

F i s h , B a r & G r i l l | F i s h & C h i p s Ta k e ou t B r i n g i n g t h e b e s t s e as on a l s u s ta i n a b l e f i s h to Oxford from the shore at the fairest of prices.

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Oxfordshire 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.

Bear & Ragged Staff 28 Appleton Rd, Cumnor, Oxford OX2 9QH. Tel: 01865 862329. Web: www.bearandraggedstaff.com Whether you are looking for a simple sandwich or businessman’s lunch, a romantic dinner for two or a full on three course meal with wine, port liqueurs and coffee, we have the solution. If you want to hold that special family gathering or a sit down banquet for 80, we can accommodate and tailor our offering to your requirements.

The Oxford Kitchen 215 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7HQ. Tel: 01865 511 149. Web: www.theoxfordkitchen.co.uk The Oxford Kitchen’s reputation for fine modern British cuisine is built around the inspired creations of Executive Chef John Footman, whose food has the critics talking. Dishes on our à la carte and set menus have been carefully designed for their sensory appeal and exquisite flavour combinations. Recognised as a leader among the best dining outlets in the city, The Oxford Kitchen provides a full café service in a contemporary, intimate setting, offering breakfasts, morning coffees, specialty teas, snacks and a specially developed children’s menu.

French Pierre Victoire 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 £11.50 and an evening 3 course Prix Fixe for £23.50! We love parties whether its Christenings, Birthdays, Graduations or even Retirements, offer an incredible £21.00 menu, and can cater for groups up to 60 ...! Rustic and friendly, with lots of candles, providing great food, value and service!

Patisserie Gatineau 209 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford. OX2 7HQ. Tel: 01865 311 779. Web: www.gatineau.uk.com Situated in the upmarket Summertown area of Oxford, Gatineau patisserie offers the finest artisan produce in the French/ European patisserie and boulangerie tradition: premium cakes, pastries, savouries and bread - all made with the highest quality ingredients, creative flair, taste combinations and attention to detail.

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Nightlife 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 laboratory, all carefully crafted by our expert bartenders.

Café Greens Cafe 50 St Giles, Oxford, OX1 3LU. Tel: 01865 316 878. Web:www.greenscafe.co.uk At Greens everything is freshly made and we use Organic, Free Range and Fairtrade produce. We cater for everyone’s taste including vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free foods. Greens Cafe has a friendly relaxed atmosphere with lots of seating available upstairs with free Wi-Fi also available.

Café Loco 85-87 St Aldate’s, City Centre, Oxford OX1 1RA Tel: 01865 200959 Web: www.goingloco.com A 5 minute walk from the centre of Oxford brings you to this beautiful cafe serving delicious food throughout the day with views of Christ Church and its meadow. Lewis Carrolls ‘Alice in Wonderland’ has inspired Cafe Locos Mad Hatters Tea Party. Come and have a cream tea and experience the best coffee in Oxford as you visit the city and enjoy its amazing History.

Café Aloha 11 The Square, West Way Shopping Centre, Botley, Oxford, OX2 9LH. Tel: 01865 792696. Web: www.cafealoha.co.uk Traditional and stylish décor provides a mixture of a sophisticated ambience combined with the fantastic food and friendly staff, makes for an eating experience.

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The Feathers Visit us for good food and to enjoy our Guinness Book of Records™ Gin Bar. 351 bottles and counting!

The Feathers Hotel, Woodstock OX20 1SX www.feathers.co.uk 01993 812291 Located by Blenheim Palace

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5 Things we Ordered: Baked dressed crab £8.95 Lightly fried crispy whitebait £6.95 Fritto Misto £12.95 Cuttlefish paella £13.95 White chocolate and passionfruit cheesecake £6.00

Six Good Points ✓ The selection of seafood ✓ White chocolate fondant ✓ Whiting ✓ Scallops ✓ Service ✓ Atmosphere

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Cuttlefish Reviewed by Ruth Hawkins 2nd December

It was a very cold Monday evening for our first visit to Cuttlefish, but the welcome was very warm, and the atmosphere extremely welcoming.

Olives and water were awaiting us on our table when we arrived, and the service was friendly and attentive. They also clearly knew their menu and gave steers towards their own favourites.

My husband and I had last visited this restaurant about 10 years ago, when it was Fishers, and I have really fond memories of a lovely family meal with my parents and grandparents, but for some reason we’d not been back since. Did Cuttlefish live up to these memories? Most definitely, yes!

The Menu is varied, and although mostly fish and seafood, there are burgers and steaks and vegetarian dishes to choose from too. I had the scallops from the specials board to start and they were delicious! The white wine creamy sauce they were served with was just right, as was the crispy pancetta. For my main course I had the fritto misto – a good serving of lightly battered whitebait, calamari, two giant king prawns and the highlight for me, some whiting that melted in my mouth. It was delicious! My husband enjoyed his dressed crab, and swordfish with lentils and chorizo, also from the specials board.

When we booked, I enquired about whether the restaurant was suitable for our 10 year old budding foodie daughter. They positively insisted that we brought her with, and were extremely welcoming towards her. The budding foodie was also tempted by my scallops, and indeed I did end up with one less on my plate...but she plumped for the whitebait to start, followed by paella. Both received massive thumbs up, as well as various pleasing sounds and comments as she ate!

For desert, I had a white chocolate fondant and vanilla ice cream, which had just the right amount of gooiness. My husband had red wine stewed pears and ice cream, which he also enjoyed. Both from the specials board.

The small person plumped for white chocolate cheesecake and this was another definite hit.

We will definitely be back.

36 St Clement's Street Oxford, OX4 1AB Tel: 01865 243003 Web: www.cuttlefishoxford.co.uk www.livinginoxford.com

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La Cucina Reviewed by Matt Wright 4th December

“Oh….I’m so full….I honestly couldn’t eat another mouthful.” The desultory remains of my partner’s chocolate cake lay in small pieces on the plate beside me. Suddenly, out of the corner of my eye, I caught a flash of steel which buried itself deep in my caramel-topped panna cotta – so much for feeling full eh?

However, let’s rewind an hour or so….coming in off the streets on a cold December afternoon, the first thing which hits you as you enter La Cucina is the smell of fresh pizza wafting from the bustling, open-galleried kitchen.

Our waitress confessed that her favourite was the ‘Sole Mio’, and when you see the staff walking out with a pizza box from the kitchen at the end of their shift (very good discounts if you work here apparently), you know that the food must be pretty special!

And so it was. Tim, the maitre d’ recommended the Starter Specials flatbread with pear & gorgonzola along with stuffed mushrooms, or ‘fungi ripieni con scamorza, rucola & pinoli’ to give it its proper name – why do things always sound so much better in Italian? My partner opted for the Aperol Spritz as an aperitif, whilst I plumped for an elegant white Orvieto.

For our Mains, we stuck to the Specials – why ruin a winning formula? red mullet with saffron fregula (small pasta balls which hail from Sardinia) and veal involtini (stuffed with herbs), bathed in a rich deep velvety sauce, the sort you only usually see glistening from the pages of upmarket food magazines. Paired with a robust Nero d’Avola (literally, ‘The Black Grape of Avola’, a small town in south east Sicily) in order to stand up to the strong earthy flavours, I felt like I could have been sitting in a small local tavern, having just come in from a hunt or after doing something else manly – in other words, authentic cooking….or terroir if you’re an avid reader of the aforementioned upmarket food magazines.

We’ve already covered desserts (still not amused by my partner's larceny there), so let’s skip onto coffee and the complimentary limoncellos – feeling adventurous by now, I skipped my usual wimpy cappuccino for a proper, hairs-on-chest espresso, dripping with caffeinated intent, before downing the digestif in one and just about resisting the temptation to bang down my glass on the table. That’s what La Cucina does to you – transports you and unleashes your inner Italian!

39 - 40 St Clements Oxford, OX4 1AB Tel: 01865 793811 Web: www.lacucinaoxford.co.uk www.livinginoxford.com

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Oxfordshire Health & Beauty 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.

Clinic 95 95 West Way, Botley, Oxford, OX2 9JY Tel: 01865 241662 Web: www.clinic95.com Our experienced dental professionals pride themselves on their gentle approach to dental care. Our aim is to improve your dental wellbeing in friendly, relaxed surroundings with a thorough and unhurried service that is second to none. We offer all the private treatments you would expect, including comprehensive health checks, white fillings and preventive hygiene therapy, as well as an extensive range of cosmetic treatments, such as tooth whitening, implants, porcelain crowns & veneers and orthodontics for a great smile makeover. Nervous patients are particularly welcome at Clinic95 and our reassuring sedation techniques help aid relaxation.

Tara Tripp Hearing Sandford Gate, Oxford OX4 6LB. Tel: 01865 910202 Web: www.tripphearing.co.uk We are an independent family run private healthcare practice covering Oxfordshire and the surrounding area. Our hearing healthcare practice has earned an excellent reputation in Oxford and the surrounding areas for providing a wide range of digital hearing aids and also for our unique microsuction ear wax removal clinic.

Leisure Club and Spa at The Randolph Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2LN Tel: 01865 256 400 Web: www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk At Macdonald Randolph Hotel and Spa, we provide you with the perfect oasis to unwind and relax. Our calm and tranquil spa provides the most luxurious of retreats from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Voted amongst the top 50 best spas in the world, our facilities provide you with the perfect environment for a workout and Oxford’s golf courses, parks and rivers offer hours of leisure-time activities.

Spa at Jurys Inn Oxford Godstow Road, Oxford, OX2 8AL Tel: 01865 489 988 Web: www.jurysinns.com Relax, unwind and let us pamper you in the tranquil surroundings of the beauty rooms at Jurys Inn Hotel, or get fit at The Health & Leisure Club at Jurys Inn (open to hotel guests and members). Facilities: 2 beauty rooms with a range of treatments, Fitness suite, Splash pool, Sauna, Steam room, Squash courts.

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Oxfordshire Services Travel Chiltern Railways Tel: 08456 005 165 Web: www.chilternrailways.co.uk We run scheduled passenger services along the M40 corridor between London Marylebone and Birmingham Snow Hill and London Marylebone to Aylesbury via Amersham along the London Underground Metropolitan line.

We also run our operations as far as Kidderminster and services between Stratford-upon-Avon and London. Why not take a look at some of the great value fares that they have on offer at www.chilternrailways.co.uk/tickets-and-fares. Our advance tickets start from as little as £6 and you can even get this ticket delivered to your mobile phone!

Accountants Wellers 8 King Edward Street Oxford OX1 4HL Tel: 01865 723 131 Web: www.wellersaccountants.co.uk Wellers is a firm of accountants who work with entrepreneurs, business owners and private individuals to deliver quality advice and solutions that help them fulfil their aspirations. Passionate about helping people and their organisations, Wellers can draw upon 70 years experience to support and advise clients on growing their businesses and protecting their wealth.

Construction, Maintenance & Renovations Savvy 253 London Road Headington Oxford OX3 9EH. Tel: 01865 920020 / 01865 920040 Web: www.group-savvy.co.uk The driving force behind some of the most prestigious construction and renovation projects in the oxfordshire area and beyond. Providing exceptional quality homes and properties on time and on budget. We work with landlords, property owners, developers and key stake holders across commercial, industry, education, healthcare, sport and leisure and private homes.

Food Delivery Deliveroo Email: support@deliveroo.co.uk Web: www.deliveroo.co.uk To bring you meals from high-quality restaurants with a transparent, speedy delivery service, courteous, friendly drivers and unparalleled customer service. We don’t want you eating low-quality pizza, kebabs, Chinese and curries just because you can’t make it out to your favourite restaurants we’re here to bring quality restaurants directly to you.

Hairdressers H.I.M 66 St.Clements, Oxford, OX4 1AH. Tel: 01865 249 740. Web: www.himoxford.co.uk H.I.M is all about quality hairdressing in a relaxed and friendly environment.

The H.I.M team is young and friendly with many years experince in the trade. We focus on our clients as individuals and deliver a high quality service at a reasonable price. New customers are always welcome in the H.I.M salon which provides a modern setting and a friendly atmosphere.

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Walk for your local hospice!

Join our riverside challenge walk over 9 or 22 miles to central Oxford on Saturday 20th May. Sign up to our enthusiasts list now and ensure you’re one of the first to know when the booking page goes live!

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Oxfordshire Services Care Homes The Lady Nuffield Home 165 Banbury Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire County OX2 7AW. Tel: 01865 888500. Web: www.ladynuffieldhome.co.uk The Lady Nuffield Home is a small residential home for elderly men and women and aims to provide a high standard of care, based on the individual needs of the resident whilst enabling them to remain as independent as possible.

Oxford Beaumont Care Community Bayworth Lane, Boars Hill, Oxford, OX1 5DF. Tel: 01865 730 990. Web: www.barchester.com Oxford Beaumont provides a happy and relaxed lifestyle in the heart of Boars Hill, with its scenic surroundings. Oxford city is close-by for shops, cafes and The New Theatre. Nonetheless our extensive gardens are quiet and peaceful, giving the home a feeling of space and tranquility. We offer a homely environment and the support of first class 24-hour nursing care, helping to manage disabilities such as Parkinson’s disease and sensory impairment. We provide personally tailored levels of care, helping people to enjoy life with support but as independently as possible.

Funeral Directors Greens Funeral Services 21 High Street Eynsham, Oxford Tel: 01865 880837 8 Bridge Street Witney, Oxford Tel: 01993 776486 Established in 1866, we are an independent family business with five generations of experience, offering a dignified 24 hour service with our personal attention to detail. Our private chapels of rest are available for visitings and prayer if required. Golden Charter pre-paid plans also available.

Property Finders Keepers 226 Banbury Road, Summertown, OX2 7BY Tel: 01865 311011 Web: www.finders.co.uk Finders Keepers is a letting and property management agency covering Oxfordshire and the surrounding area. We deliver a comprehensive service from search and acquisition through furnishing and refurbishment to letting and property management. Since our foundation in 1972, we’ve built a reputation for professionalism, rigorous processes and responsiveness.

Breckon & Breckon 274 Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 7DY. Tel: 01865 310300. Web: www.breckon.co.uk An independent firm of Estate Agents est. in 1947 operating from a network of six offices in Oxfordshire offering properties for sale or for rent. We are property professionals with many years of experience in the local market.

Removals Headington Carriers The Straight Mile, Woodstock, Oxford, OX20 1PW Tel: 01993 811276/01865 300111. Web: www.headingtoncarriers.co.uk Headington Carriers Limited has been providing a first class commercial, house and office removal service throughout Oxfordshire and the UK for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on providing a personalised removal service for all our customers.

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Oxfordshire Services Studio 8 8 Oxford Road, Kidlington, Oxford, OX5 1AA. Tel: 01865 842525. Web: www.s8.co.uk Studio8 was started by Clark and Brooke Wiseman in 2003 and has grown to become one of Oxfordshire’s best known creative studios. We provide a collection of services for both businesses and families. We work throughout the UK on many shoots and also throughout the world. Please get in touch to speak to us about your next project.

Law Hedges Law 16 Market Place, Wallingford, OX10 0AE Tel: 01865 594265 Web: www.hedgeslaw.co.uk Hedges has been delivering legal solutions to our clients for over 200 years. Our highly skilled team of lawyers have the knowledge and expertise to resolve even the most complex legal issues that you bring to us. At Hedges, however, we recognise you aren’t just looking for history, an impressive CV and an ability to recite the law.

Charities Bloodwise Email: hello@bloodwise.org.uk Tel: 020 7504 2200 Web: bloodwise.org.uk We are Bloodwise (formerly Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research), your UK blood cancer charity. Every year we stop more people dying of blood cancer and our researchers are even working to stop people developing blood cancer in the first place. We improve the lives of blood cancer patients with cancers such as leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma because we believe everyone should be able to live their life to the full.

Thinking of Oscar Twitter: twitter.com/thinkingofoscar Email: thinkingofoscar@gmail.com Web: www.thinkingofoscar.com Thinking of Oscar is an Oxfordshire based charity set up in memory of Oscar Cole who died unexpectedly aged just 16 months in June 2014. The mission of the charity is to improve the experiences of children and their families in hospital care. The current campaign is to fund a new procedures unit into the John Radcliffe Children's Hospital, Oxford. This will benefit hundreds and hundreds of children each year by ensuring that simple operations take place within the familiar environment of the children's hospital.

On Sunday 5th June Oscar's parents, alongside 85 other family and friends, will both be participating in the Blenheim Triathlon in order to raise the £100,000 required to build the unit.

Please come along on the day to lend your support to the team who will be starting out at 1:30pm or sponsor them direct at https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/DandHTOOFundraising2016.

To find out more about the work of Thinking of Oscar please go to www.thinkingofoscar.com

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We are passionate about bringing you great local deals for fantastic restaurants, luxurious hotels and wonderful events, not to mention a growing number of retail, beauty and sporting vouchers. The best part about vouch is that it’s easy to take advantage of our offers.

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