In Oxford Magazine June 2012 by In Oxford

June We have a packed issue for you this month so you’ve no excuses – unless it keeps raining! University of Oxford Shop, one of our longest serving advertisers, are our cover story this month. This excellent shop on the High Street has a great selection of gifts and presents for you and your family. Although it’s a must visit for the thousands of tourists that visit Oxford, it’s also for you and me so take time to drop in and choose something for yourself or as a gift from the excellent range of products. Our 2012 Restaurant Awards loom ever closer so why not take the time to vote for your favourite restaurant? Instructions on page 6. We also have reviews for Frog Orange, a great party shop in Headington and now Walton Street, Majliss, Saffron and City Sightseeing. There’s also a great preview for Legally Blonde coming to The New Theatre in July. There’s the usual listings, great adverts and much more for you to get stuck into, and don’t forget our fantastic VOUCH voucher scheme with loads of great offers for you to take advantage of – STOP PRESS vouchers for The Red Lion are back and we now have great vouchers for The Trout and Fallowfields, so see the website for more details. Richard Rosser Editor, In Oxford Magazine

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Oxford City Map

Attractions

Kids

Theatre

Health, Sport & Leisure

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Arts & Antiques

In Oxford Restaurant Review

Shopping

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Treat yourself, or a loved one this summer, with a unique gift from the University of Oxford Shop! Located on the high street, The University of Oxford Shop is well known for its official university merchandise – from college hoodies, to university cufflinks, lapel pins and ties. However, step inside and like me you might be surprised to find a whole range of hand-made gifts, beautiful collectables, and exclusive souvenirs, just waiting to be discovered. With the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee fast approaching, my attention was first drawn to the exquisite range of commemorative china pieces, by Royal Scot Crystal. The tea cup and saucer, tankard and cake plate have all been hand painted in England with a turquoise background, and decorated with golden friezes, crowns and the Royal Coat of Arms. In keeping with the shop’s interest in unique, hand-made items, my attention was also caught by the striking solid silver, crown necklace – a definite must have for all jewellery lovers, and only to be found in the University of Oxford Shop! The shop also has a growing and exclusive range of boat race stationery items - journals, magnetic bookmarks, binders and notebooks, all printed with an aerial view of a rowing crew out on the water. The intriguing design is by Charles Paine, taken from a 1923 boat race advertising poster. These would definitely appeal to tourists, locals and students alike! If you are after a gift for father’s day, then look no further than the shop’s selection of leather products. I would definitely choose the Rhodes weekender travel bag, made from high quality leather, but there are also i pad cases, folders, and wallets. As you explore further into the back of the shop, you find yourself surrounded by a wide variety of clothing items. Here you can find new and exclusive designs, including the eye- catching Radcliffe Camera T-shirt, so called, as it has been printed with the image of this iconic building. Look closely and you will notice that the building has been skilfully created using the names of Oxford streets, colleges and landmarks. This will be ideal for me to wear on my summer holiday and the Radcliffe Camera bag, bearing the same design, will be useful on trips to the shops, or beach! In this section of the shop, you can also find new Oxford cricket wear. The wool sweater and cricket cap are both made in England, with colours taken from the University of Oxford crest -- again, another ideal Oxford related gift for the summer months. My favourite items are from the exclusive Snakeshead Fritillary range, designed and made by local craftspeople. With cushions, earrings, teapots and notebooks on offer, there is so much to choose from. The shop prides itself on serving not only students and staff members, but local communities, and passing tourists. So whatever you need this summer, the University of Oxford shop is definitely the first place to look. Reviewed by Louise Gill 106 The High Street Oxford OX1 4BW Tel: 01865 247414 Web: www.oushop.com

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Calling all Oxford writers! Thursday 21st - Saturday 23rd June: We are offering you the chance, whatever your age or circumstance, to submit a play to be produced on our main Pullman Stage and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The successful play will be taken on by exciting, contemporary theatre company, and associates of Pegasus, DELIRIUM and developed into a fully staged premiere performance in June. To be considered submit your script to the theatre in person or by post to the theatre or by email to emily.winfield@pegasustheatre.org.uk Tickets: £12, £8 concession, £6 U18s

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New Theatre New Theatre Oxford George St, Oxford OX1 2AG. Tel: 08448 471585. Web: www.newtheatreoxford.org.uk.

42nd Street Tuesday 5th - Saturday 9th June: The timeless, inspiring tale of small town Peggy Sawyer's rise from chorine to Broadway star. And those songs! Lullaby of Broadway, We're in the Money, Shuffle Off to Buffalo, Keep Young and Beautiful, I Only Have Eyes For You and the spectacular title number, danced down a flight of steps that lights up as brightly as the faces of the cast. Audiences will find out what it's like to float up to Musical Comedy Heaven.

Flawless and English National Ballet Thursday 14th - Friday 15th June: The UK’s national ballet company English National Ballet and World Dance Champions Flawless come together in a spectacular combination of streetdance, acrobatics and ballet. The ten Flawless dancers and the ten ballerinas pit themselves against each other to show off their skills, admire each other’s talent, and celebrate all that is great about dance.

Midnight Tango Monday 2nd - Tuesday 3rd July: Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace have dazzled television audiences for six series of the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing with their stunning Tango routines. Now they have created their own live show, Midnight Tango, a breathtaking evening bringing to life all the drama, sensuality and elegance of this most exciting of dance forms. FORTHCOMING EVENT

The Drifters Saturday 7th July: There have been over 65 vocalists in the group’s incredible 59year history and tonight, the current line up pay homage to the former members of this line up, including icons such as Clyde McPhatter, Rudy Lewis, Ben E King, & Johnny Moore. Hits include You're More Than A Number, Come on Over to My Place, Up On The Roof, Under the Boardwalk, Kissin In The Back Row, On Broadway, Down On The Beach, Save The Last Dance For Me and many more as well as popular new tracks such as Do You Dream Of Me, The One and The Whole World.

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Release Thursday 7th June: 2011 Fringe First Award winner, Release is a compelling exploration of the lives of three prisoners in their first few months after release, as they attempt to reconnect with the people and remnants of life they left behind. Developed and researched over the course of two years, this artfully choreographed and perfectly executed piece of theatrical storytelling will leave you praying, not just for the characters, but possibly for the whole future of society.

A Feast of Midsummer! Sunday 17th June: So popular was our Valentine's stories and supper event that we've designed a new one to celebrate the summer solstice. Sit in comfort in our gallery, while storytellers light the fires of your imagination with an evening of Celtic influenced songs and tales. Famously a time for spirits to roam and witches to meet, for communities to embrace healing and incite revelry, Midsummer reminds us that the seasons and their stories can be imbued with strange powers. Tickets: £32, £30 (concs), £29 (members) Time: 7pm

The Parson’s Pirates Wednesday 20th June: In the parish hall of St Michael’s Under Ware, the Rev Arthur Bender stages a night of the Pirates of Penzance, to raise money for church funds, with a cast of church wardens and audience members. In the first half, we revel in his rehearsals and in the second we watch agog the fruits of his labour. Tickets: £18, £16 (concs), £15 (members) Time: 8pm

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Legally Blonde – Direct From the West End The international, award-winning hit Legally Blonde the musical is coming to Oxford following 3 triumphant years in the West End! Winner of 7 major awards including the coveted Best Musical of 2011 (Olivier Awards) this all singing, all dancing romantic comedy is about knowing who you are and showing what you’ve got! This is a fantastic, summer treat for all ages – a fun family show, a great girls night out and a chance to see one of the most popular musicals of the last few years in your city. Elle Woods can handle anything. So when her boyfriend, Warner, dumps her she decides to follow him to Harvard Law School and win him back. With some help from her newfound friends Paulette, Emmett and her chihuahua Bruiser, she learns that it’s so much better to be smart. Directed by Tony and Olivier Award winner Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray), Legally Blonde The Musical is the funniest and most fabulous musical around. The best show in town, case closed. Legally Blonde – ATG Theatre Card members can buy tickets at Half Price on Tue eve, Wed & Thu mats. ATG Theatre Card – Just £30 annual membership and you benefit from fantastic discounts on many shows, no booking fees on most shows, 10% off at the bars and much more. The card can pay for itself in just one booking. Benefits apply to all ATG venues regionally and in the West End. (terms and conditions apply) www.atgtickets.com/theatrecard To Book Tickets ATG Tickets: 0844 871 3020 (booking fee) Online: www.atgtickets.com/oxford (booking fee) In person: at the Box Office on George Street (no fees) Helen & Douglas House Charity Shops in Abingdon, Witney, Chipping Norton, Thame & Wallingford (£1.50 booking fee goes to the charity) New Theatre Oxford George Street Oxford OX1 2AG Web: www.atgtickets.com/oxford

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Music 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.

Oxford Philomusica Chamber Series Saturday 2nd June: DEBUSSY Sonata for flute, viola and harp, ROUSSEL Sérénade for flute, string trio and harp, Op. 30, RAVEL String Quartet in F major. Soloists of Oxford Philomusica Oxford Philomusica’s first dedicated series of chamber music concerts will take the form of early evening hour-long concerts at Oxford’s Maison Française, featuring the distinguished principal players of the Orchestra: the Soloists of Oxford Philomusica. This concert ends the season with a sequence of sonorities from the leading trio of French impressionists – Debussy’s intimate, introspective Sonata, Roussel’s engagingly exploratory Sérénade, and Ravel’s characteristically fastidious homage to his one-time mentor, Fauré. Tickets £18 to include a glass of wine, Time: 6:30pm Venue: Maison Française d'Oxford, 2-10 Norham Road, Oxford OX2 6SE

Benjamin Grosvenor Thursday 14th June: GRIEG Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16, ORFF Carmina Burana. Benjamin Grosvenor piano,Elena Xanthoudakis soprano, Robert Davies baritone,Tom Verney countertenor, London Symphony Chorus, Dragon School Choir, Oxford, Marios Papadopoulos conductor. Sought-after young pianist Benjamin Grosvenor joins Oxford's Professional Symphony Orchestra in one of the most overtly Romantic piano concertos ever written. The programme is completed by Carl Orff's colourful setting of medieval mores – life lived to the full under the inescapable shadow of fate – with the work's famous, vibrant choruses provided by the internationally acclaimed London Symphony Chorus. Sponsored by members of Oxford University to celebrate Dr Richard Lerner’s achievements in science and support of Oxford University. Tickets £37 £26 £17.50 £10 Time: 7.30pm Venue: Sheldonian Theatre

Middlebrook Pike United Methodist Church Choir Knoxville, Tennessee, USA From a congregation of about 1,000 the adult choirs, from which the touring group comes, number about 45, all of whom are volunteers. They regularly sing for two Sunday worship services and provide extended musical services for special seasons several times each year. The musical selections to be sung on this year’s tour of England will be taken from several selections from the classic repertoire by such composers as J S Bach, Schubert, and Steffani, arrangements based on American hymn traditions, and selections from the pen of current American and British anthem composers. The church has a long history of quality choral music. Director for the past four year is Dr. William Melton, a veteran of over half a century's experience as a music educator and church musician. The choir is accompanied by Sabra Buchheit, a graduate of Cincinnati Conservatory." Performing a lunchtime recital at

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3rd June - Adderbury Ensemble: David Lepage – violin, Catherine Leech – violin, Christopher Windass – viola, Katherine Sharman – cello, Jane Fenton – cello. Beethoven String Quartet op.18 no.6, Beethoven String Quartet op.135. 10th June - Richard Uttley (piano): Bach – Partita No.1 in B flat, BWV 825, Debussy – Deux Arabesques- Images, Book I- ‘Pour les cinq doigts’ from Douze Etudes, Toru Takemitsu – Rain Tree Sketch II, Chopin – Polonaise in A flat, op.53, “Heroic”. 17th June - Eroica String Quartet: Peter Hanson – violin, Julia Hanson – violin, Vicci Wardman – viola, David Watkin – cello, Haydn String Quartet op.50 no. 6 in D major, Beethoven String Quartet op.18 no.6 24th June - Bartosz Woroch - violin, Robert Thompson - piano: Mozart Violin Sonata in E minor, K.304, Szymanowski Myths, Op.30 (1915), Elgar Violin Sonata in E minor Op.82 (1918)

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Tipitina Friday 15th June: A stunning mix of New Orleans boogie, blues, barrel-house and gospel. Think Dr John and Tom Waits – a big female voice and a rolling piano lead this superb four-piece. Come and enjoy! Tickets: £14, £12.50 (concs), £11.50 (members) Time: 8pm

The Birmingham Conservatoire Choral Ensemble Thursday 21st June: We are delighted to bring back the Orchestra of St John's to Cornerstone. This time, Artistic Director John Lubbock conducts the choral students of Christine Cairns in a programme of classical songs, arias and duets in English, French, Italian and German, as well as pieces of a lighter and more playful nature.Tickets: £14, £12.50 (concs), £11.50 (members) Time: 7:30pm

Tenors Unlimited Friday 6th July: From previous solo careers in the world of opera, theatre and recording, this fabulous trio - "Tenors with Attitude' - The Stage" bring their own blend of wit, charm and vocal arrangements to the classical crossover genre. The guys have performed with Sting, Hayley Westenra, Simply Red and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Nessun Dorma, O Sole Mio, the Pearl Fisher's Duet, You Raise Me Up and original compositions will ensure this is a truly memorable night. Tickets: £19, £18 (concs), £17 (members) Time: 8pm

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Beethoven Triple Concerto, Symphony No. 5 Carmine Lauri violin, Peter Adams cello Marios Papadopoulos piano/conductor 01865 980 980 www.oxfordphil.com Sign up for the In Oxford e-Newsletter @ www.inoxford.com

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Cinema June 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

A Fantastic Fear of Everything A psycho comedy in Simon Pegg plays a children's author turned crime novelist whose research into the lives of Victorian serial killers turns him into a paranoid wreck, especially when a Hollywood executive decides he wants to make a film out of his findings.

Prometheus Ever wanted to know how the Space Jockey ended up on LV 426? Visionary filmmaker Ridley Scott returns to the genre he helped define, creating an original science fiction epic set in the 'Alien' universe. A team of explorers discover a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth, leading them on a journey to the darkest corners of the universe. There, they must fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.

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The Five-Year Engagement Beginning where most romantic comedies end, The Five-Year Engagement looks at what happens when an engaged couple keep getting tripped up on the long walk down the aisle.

Red Tails From Lucas Arts, directed by the newly infamous George Lucas comes â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Red Tailsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. A crew of African American pilots in the Tuskegee training program, having faced segregation while kept mostly on the ground during World War II, are called into duty under the guidance of Col. A.J. Bullard.

Snow White and the Huntsman In the epic action-adventure Snow White is the only person in the land fairer than the evil queen who is out to destroy her. But what the wicked ruler never imagined is that the young woman threatening her reign has been training in the art of war with a huntsman who was dispatched to kill her.

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University of Oxford Shop 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.

Christ Church Picture Gallery Heroic Nakedness 13th June - 15th October

Opening Times June: Monday,Wednesday - Saturday, 10.30am - 5.pm Sunday, 2 - 5pm. July to September: Mon – Sat 10.30 -17.00 and Sunday 14.00 -17.00. October - May: Monday,Wednesday - Saturday, 10.30am - 1pm & 2 - 4.30pm, Sunday, 2 - 4.30pm. Christ Church, Oxford Entrance via Oriel Square £3/£2 Tel: 01865 276 172 www.chch.ox.ac.uk/gallery Agostino Carracci (1557-1602) A Warrior Subduing a Monster

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.

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Sanders of Oxford Rare Prints & Maps

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 the late 1500s, is extensive and encompasses a wide range of subjects, engravers and prices. We currently have an extensive collection of Oxford prints available, including general views and material on all of the colleges. We also have an updated selection of antique Japanese woodblocks, Cecil Aldin prints and a comprehensive range of English county & World maps. 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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Modern Art Oxford

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

Piercing Brightness - Shezad Dawood Until Sunday 10th June: Incorporating film, painting and light sculpture, Dawood’s practice creates discursive networks across parallel time frames, locations and communities. His works often include restaged and reimagined moments appropriated from multiple cultures and histories.

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

Wonderland Saturday 7th July – Sunday 5th August: To coincide with the 150th anniversary of the first telling of Lewis Carroll's magical tale, the O3 Gallery presents an FORTHCOMING EVENT exhibition which explores our continuing fascination with Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass. Understanding art as capable of transporting us into a Wonderland realm of dreams and imagination, and placing the artist in Alice's shoes as our guide, this exhibition will feature the work of a selection of international contemporary women artists. Opening on Alice's Day, Wonderland will present a range of paintings, photographs, drawings and installations in an immersive group exhibition, accompanied by a number of events.

Catherine Rayner New Silkscreens www.wisegal.com 40/41 South Parade, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7JL. 01865 515123.

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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.

Macsamillion of Oxford 11-15 Avenue 1, The Covered Market, Oxford, OX1 3DU. Tel: 01865 249531. The ultimate in men’s classic footwear. Churchs, Crocket&Jones, Cheaney, Loakes, our own premier collection. “Macsamillion of Oxford.” New for Autumn 2006, The Mesphistoo collection. Also a large selection of the finest Italian footwear

Payne & Son 131 High Street Oxford OX1 4DH Tel: 01865 243787 Web: www.payneandson.co.uk Payne & Son was founded in 1790 and after eight generations is still run by members of the same family. John Payne opened a silversmiths and jewellers in Wallingford in 1790, with other shops opening in Abingdon 1825, Banbury 1842 and Tunbridge Wells 1870, all run by various members of the Payne family. George Septimus Payne inherited the Abingdon shop in 1874, but 14 years later, he decided to move to Oxford. Payne & Son (Goldsmiths), Oxford, started trading in January 1889 and have been at 131 High Street ever since.

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.

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For more information or to book an appointment please call 0845 365 6610 or visit www.miele.co.uk/showrooms Experience Centre Abingdon, Fairacres, Marcham Road, Abingdon OX14 1TW.

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.....

Outlets at: Clarendon Centre, Summertown and Waterstones Book 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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Frog Orange Party opened its doors in Jericho on the old Partymania site in February this year. Partners Rebecca and Lucy Lee-Allen bought Partymania from Jessica Dove and have stamped their Frog Orange ‘look’ in the heart of Jericho. Partymania had been Oxford’s Premier Party shop and was trading for 31 years. What made the Frog Orange girls decide to invest? “It was too good an opportunity to turn down. It was a fabulous shop but it needed new energy, something we’ve got lots of! Also our existing shop (Frog Orange in Headington) and balloon business (www.frogorangeballoons.co.uk) was bursting at the seams and we needed more space. The shop looks so fresh now and the feedback we’ve had has been amazing”. Aside from the drastic change of image what else has changed? Well they still have a huge array of partyware, tableware, make up and fancy dress to buy or hire, but they also now sell stunning cards and giftware. Perhaps the biggest difference though is the balloons. I’ve never seen such amazing helium balloons. They put lots of little balloons inside bigger ones to create what they call ‘gumballs‘, and they personalise their foil balloons with beautiful handwritten glitter. These balloon bouquets are delivered all over Oxfordshire in their very own balloon wagon! What fun! “We also provide professional balloon decor at events all over Oxfordshire and beyond, we’ve even provided 20 foot balloons columns for The Odeon in Leicester Square. Balloon-wise there is nothing we can’t do. Just ask, we’ll find a way!” Lucy is a Certified Balloon Artist (CBA) and has had much of her work shown in bridal and trade magazines. Fireworks are sold all year round (they hold a special licence for this) which is handy especially for weddings or for this year’s Jubilee and Olympic celebrations. It’s interesting to note too that they stock the Kimbolton range of fireworks. “They are a much better firework than what you can typically buy in the supermarkets and they have a real following, lots of people ask for them by brand and won’t accept any other. We do sell other brands though, it’s important to offer a choice. We also offer advice in terms of what might be suitable for your garden size or age range of guests and safety advice of course.” “One of the key differences between us and other party shops is not only our range of product, but our product knowledge. We specialise in certain areas, not just balloons and fireworks but also professional theatrical make up and historical fancy dress. You can get a Superman outfit anywhere but not many shops stock Tudor, Elizabethan and Victorian outfits and accessories. We do.” Oxford’s Premier Party shop’s name may have changed and the ownership transferred but there is no doubt it remains the best place in Oxfordshire for all things Party. Long live Frog Orange Party! 179 Kingston Road Jericho Oxford OX2 6EG Tel: 01865 311266 Web: www.frogorange.co.uk

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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.

St. Clare’s Oxford 139 Banbury Road Oxford, OX2 7AL Tel: 01865 552031 Web: www.stclares.ac.uk

St. Clare’s is an international, residential college which specialises in teaching the International Baccalaureate Diploma in Oxford. We also have a separate English language school and, at the Bardwell Centre, offer a University Foundation Course and Study Abroad options for US students.

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Bloxham School Bloxham School, Bloxham, Banbury OX15 4PE Tel 01295 720222 Web: www.bloxhamschool.com

The school offers a supportive, caring and friendly environment that allows those with talent in any area of the school’s life to contribute and to succeed. The school, which is predominately boarding, is fully co-educational. Weekly boarding for the school’s Lower School (11 and 12 year olds) enjoys fantastic and homely facilities. Day pupils are thoroughly integrated within the school and a bus service from many local towns and villages operates for all pupils of the School. Bloxham attaches great importance to the academic quality of its education. It offers a wide range of GCSE and A / AS Level courses. 98% of pupils go to University, including Oxford and Cambridge.

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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.

Cushion Concert for Little Ones Oboe Sunday 24th June: We've got lots of instruments left in the series, and here we introduce the beguiling, clear and penetrating oboe – once described as being like a duck...if the duck were a songbird! Come with your children to play fun musical games, hear what the oboe can do and listen to some beautiful music. Tickets: £8, £6 (concs) Time: 11am - 12pm under 5, 1.30pm 5-8 year olds Ages: under 18 months go free

Science Oxford Live 1-5 London Place, St Clements, Oxford OX4 1BD. Tel: 01865 810000. Web: www.scienceoxfordlive.com.

Paper Towers Friday 8th June: SWhat’s the strongest structure you can build out of paper? Come along and put your engineering skills to the test in the Paper Towers Challenge! Per Person: £5.00, Family: £16.00, SO Live Friend: FREE, Times: 11:00am, 2pm

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! Just announced! Stagecoach's Spring and Summer musicals, all in a professional theatre - age 4-19 - but hurry as places go fast! SPRING HOLIDAY - The Pied Piper of Hambleys (Juniors) and Robin Hood! (Seniors) SUMMER HOLIDAY - Little Red Hoodie (Juniors) and Hairspray (Seniors and Advanced)

Pitt Rivers Museum Access through the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PW. Tel: 01865 270927. Web: www.prm.ox.ac.uk.

Family Friendly Fun Every Sunday: Try our activity backpacks, trails, story corner, craft activities and much more. Also in the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. Drop-in sessions, suitable for all ages. Admission: Free Times: 14.00 - 16.00

Create Holiday Club at Oxford Montessori Schools Tel: 01865 358210 Web: www.oxfordmontessori.co.uk/create Email: create@oxfordmontessori.co.uk For children aged 3 to 16. Create Club is different from traditional activity holiday camps. Active, great fun and full of adventure and the emphasis is on creative activities - arts, crafts, drama, dance, singing, music, sports and bush-craft and getting kids into the countryside. It’s educative too with special ‘history alive’ days during most holidays. Also Create staff are trained and qualified teachers. It’s a good mix and gives things a professionalism appreciated by many parents. Joining us for Create is also a great way to learn more about our Montessori schools, the nursery, primary and even senior school environments on offer.

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Health, Sport & Leisure 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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Bicester Hotel, Golf and Spa Oxfordshire, OX26 1TE Tel: 01869 241204 Web: www.bicestercountryclub.co.uk Bicester Hotel, Golf and Spa sits in 134 acres of stunning countryside with tranquil gardens and an 18 hole golf course, it is the perfect Oxfordshire venue, ideal for leisure breaks, business and golf. Inside you will discover chic accommodation, a luxury health club and spa, a comprehensive range of conference & banqueting facilities, excellent restaurants, a sports bar showing all major sporting events and our own OFSTED registered crèche.

Superb 18-hole golf cource in the heart of Oxford. Designed by the renowned Harry Colt, and overlooking the dreaming spires, the course is an excellent challenge for golfers of all standards. The golf club welcomes golfers of all ages, genders and abilities and is currently offering Individual Membership with a first year discount for new members and NO joining fee. Special Corporate memberships deals are also available, with packages that can be tailored to suit your company and business needs.

www.southfieldgolf.com T: 01865 242158

Southfield Golf Club

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. Twilight golf midweek post 4pm £20, Twilight golf weekend post 4pm £23, PM golf midweek post 12pm £25 PM golf weekend post 12pm £29. 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

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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.

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.

YogaVenue 2 Avenue Lane, Oxford, OX4 1YF Tel: 01865 245 754 Web: www.yogavenue.co.uk We are Oxford’s only purpose built yoga studio offering classes in Hot Yoga and Vinyasa Yoga, situated at the beginning of Cowley Road. YogaVenue was created to provide a dedicated space for students to study and enjoy their Yoga practice. All our classes aim to enhance conscious living and greater fulfilment in life through the practice of Yoga. Qualified and experienced teachers and welcoming staff will support students during their classes and time at YogaVenue.

Zumba Littlemore, Oxford, OX4 4JX Tel: 07739 309422 Web: www.zumba-oxford.co.uk Zumba® is an aerobic workout that combines dance moves mainly from salsa, merengue, cumbia, reggaeton, calypso and more. It is a fun workout, and is more freestyle than your standard “aerobics class”. Fantastic workout to burn those calories …. Improve your coordination, Increase self-confidence, The moves can be used on the dance floor on a night out!.

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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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 o u g h to be comfortable, small enough to be friendly” 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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The Oxfordshire Rycote Lane, Milton Common, Thame, Oxon. OX9 2PU. Tel: 01844 278300 Web: theoxfordshire.com

The Oxfordshire's hotel & Spa offers 50 en-suite contemporary guest rooms, 6 flexible conference rooms, accommodating from 4 to 190 guests, the new Sakura restaurant, luxury Tempus health & fitness spa and an 18-hole championship golf course. Located just outside the vibrant historic, university town of Oxford, the hotel is perfectly located for a city break, golf weekend, business or private event and being just off junction 7 of the M40, it is easily accessible from all major airports and local rail links.

AA HHH A Beautiful Edwardian Coutry House Hotel perfect for Weddings, Conferences and Fine Dining. “We really care about our Guests” Boars Hill, Oxford OX1 5BG www.westwoodhotel.co.uk Tel:01865 735408

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.

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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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Cockadoo 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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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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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 our takeaway service, too.

110 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1JE Tel: 01865 726728 Web: www.majliss.co.uk

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 Oxfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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Restaurants 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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Jamieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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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.

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 £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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Restaurants The Chequers at Burcot Abingdon Road, Burcot, Oxon. OX14 3DP. Tel: 01865-407771 Web: www.thechequers-burcot.co.uk A roaring fire and friendly staff welcome you to The Chequers and along with the opulent décor it is a perfect blend of contemporary and classic styles with a cosy and inviting atmosphere beneath the old inns open beams. The 400 year old Chequers at Burcot standing just off the A415 about 5 miles south of Oxford has come a long way since multi-award-winning chef Steven Sanderson first took the reins in 2006. Steve’s cooking is intelligent, straight forward and elegant, with simplicity, flavour and skill at the top of his agenda.

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

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R Modern European lunches. Organic cooked breakfasts. Classic afternoon teas. Evenings by arrangement, all presented in a relaxed and contemporary style. Open Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 6pm, Sunday 10am to 6pm. 51 High Street, Oxford OX1 4AS. Tel: 01865 244429. www.the-rose.biz

The Bear & Ragged Staff

28 Appleton Road, Cumnor OX2 9QH. Tel: 01865 862329. Web: www.bearandraggedstaff.com The Inn boasts a beautiful restaurant and 16th century bar restored to its stunning original glory. The dining menu features traditional English country cooking with a smattering of international dishes. The quintessential British love of game seems to be under-represented in Oxford, so The Bear is putting that right. If you are a lover of pigeon, duck, venison, pheasant or rabbit, look no further, they will be represented on our menus. Year round.

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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.

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Malmaison 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

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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.

Contemporary

Fallowfields Hotel & Restaurant Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor, Oxfordshire, OX13 5BH Tel: 01865 820 416 Web: www.fallowfields.com The restaurant at Fallowfields 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 gardens and orchards and whenever possible meat and poultry is sourced from our own farm. The restaurant faces south to overlook the hotel’s croquet lawn and offers the perfect ambience. Route 66 stops right outside the door of Fallowfields and runs every half an hour from Oxford bus station and is a 20 mins ride. An ideal way to visit us for lunch or dinner with the last bus back to Oxford city centre Monday - Saturday at 22.56. Lunch Monday to Friday until the end of June - 25% off your bill when you quote In Oxford.

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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

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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

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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

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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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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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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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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

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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

Apart from decent food of course, a dining experience is made all the more enjoyable by meeting owners who have a real passion for their business. None more so than Ali Amzed. Almost single-handedly, without doubt backed up by attentive and well informed colleagues. Ali has made this part of Summertown his own, imprinting a stamp of excellence and great service. If you need a good meal and a general lift, look no further than Ali. Not only will you leave Saffron replete, you’ll also leave with a smile on your face. And whereas many restaurants will add annoying charges for this and that, Ali will add value, add dishes and add to your overall experience. Kids? Most welcome. We took three of them. Chicken Korma’s are normally the order of the day – I can’t talk, I was 32 by the time I kicked the habit! But this time, Ali brought the kids out of their ‘Korma shells’ and we were all indulged in a veritable feast. There was hardly room left on the table. Here’s a selection of what we had: Starters – a mixed dish, beautifully prepared, including the following delicious treats – lamb tikka, Suffiany Kebab (minced lamb, skewered and chargrilled in the tandoor over), meat samosas, Jinga Moni Puree (King prawns cooked with spices served with a slice of fresh pineapple on fried Indian bread), and Grilled Ribs. Mains – Chicken Rogan - North Indian dish with tomatoes, green peppers, onions and a touch of garlic. Chicken Korma – well we had to have at least one, for old time’s sake! - A mild dish cooked in cream, almond & coconut. Sigdi Chicken - Chicken marinated in spice, cooked in chef's own special recipe (medium) Sikandari Badi Lamb - This is a very exotic Indian dish, shank of lamb marinated with herbs and spices then roasted in the oven. King Prawn Jalfrayzi – or ‘Jinga’ – Stir fried highly spiced with fresh green chilies & coriander. (HOT!!!!). Chicken Passanda – in a delicate mild creamy sauce with almond powder & red wine You really can’t go wrong at Saffron. We were served dutifully throughout and the attention we received was remarkable given this was a busy Friday night, just before Christmas. Saffron is a lively, contemporarily designed restaurant, with a beautiful flow with a couple of individual eating areas aside from the main room. This enables you to almost enjoy your own private enclave, akin to having your own dinner party in public. The wonderful all round Saffron dining experience has been recognised with a number of awards, including the Top 30 Best in Britain (BIBA) and a Gold Award from Quality Food Online Ltd, all of which are fully deserved. The restaurant frequently hosts charity events, supporting charities such as Child Reach International and Helen and Douglas House. Over twelve years, Saffron has become a firm favourite for the inhabitants of Summertown and beyond. Why not join in the fun? Reviewed by Richard Rosser 204 - 206 Banbury Rd Summertown Oxford OX2 7BY Tel: 01865 512211 Web:www.saffronrestaurant

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Winner of the Asian category in this year’s Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards, Majiliss, found on Cowley Road, brings a new feel to Indian Cuisine without losing the traditional experience. Ran by four brothers, this modern Indian restaurant provides a calm welcoming environment for all to enjoy. On arrival, I was immediately greeted with a warm smile from Loylu and his fellow staff members. The scent of lilies’ filled the dining room where you cannot help but admire the modern feel that they have brought to the place. Once seated, we were presented with poppadoms which were served with a variety of dips, including mango chutney, cucumber and mint, and spicy tomato. I wasn’t going to complain, as it was the perfect way to start. Freshly cooked starters of vegetable samosas, Shami kebab, and Onion bhaji followed. After the pure quality of the starters, I was anticipating a wonderful main course. I had chosen the Chicken Korma, a coconut based curry, described to me as the “one of a kind curry.” My guest selected a chicken and spinach madras, a curry hot enough to challenge anyone’s taste buds. Alongside this, we had basmati rice, which was perfectly prepared. The portion sizes were also something to be admired - you most certainly won’t be leaving with room to breathe. We washed it all down with Kingfisher, a strong Indian beer. The menu features the finest, freshest ingredients and that definitely shows. With each course, the steaming dishes arrived promptly, with friendly and efficient service. The food comes in generous portions, and can be made as spicy, or non-spicy, as you likeand the extensive menu means there is plenty of choice for meat eaters, fish eaters, and vegetarians alike. Our food, which covered all of these groups, had just the right balance and variety of flavours, and was spicy without being overwhelmingly so. In my opinion, Majliss has brought a new dimension to Cowley Road. The staff open their doors to all members of the public with a smile on their faces. This is most definitely an Indian restaurant that you cannot miss!! Reviewed by Paige Walford 110 Cowley Road Oxford OX4 1JE Tel: 01865 726728 Web: www.majliss.co.uk

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The Lady Nuffield Home 165 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7AW. Tel: 01865 888500. Web: www.ladynuffieldhome.co.uk.

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