Welcome to Living in Oxford Welcome to February! We hope your year has been going swimmingly thus far and your heating bills aren’t too high. We seem to have a bit of a healthcare theme going on with this issue - Featured on the cover and taking the lead this issue are the wonderful team at Tara Tripp Hearing Centre, with Clinic95 further in talking about their breakthrough dental services, and a look at the wonderful care home that is Lady Nuffield. At the end of January our business magazine, B4, was presented with an award by The Rt Hon David Cameron to celebrate the magazine’s 10th anniversary. You can read more about this and Experience Oxfordshire’s (EO) excellent networking event at Eynsham Hall in this edition. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Hayley Beer, Chief Executive of EO, for her support. We have a great range of other features for you with a review of our team’s own Christmas dinner choice last year - Marco’s New York Italian - and also a review of our local Jamie’s Italian (I think someone in the office must be a fan of the cuisine!). We also hear from our friends over at Savvy Group on their key involvement in this year’s Business In Oxford event. You can read more about the event at www.businessinoxford.com. Another big event coming up is the second annual Living In Oxford Awards which will be held at the Weston Library on 25th February. To enter your establishment or vote for you favourite, visit the Living In Oxford Awards page at awards.livinginoxford.com. If you would like further information about the Awards, please call us on 01865 742211.
Contents Oxfordshire Events
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Oxfordshire Accommodation
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Oxfordshire Attractions
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Oxfordshire Shopping
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Oxfordshire Theatre
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Oxford City Centre Map
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Oxfordshire Cinema
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Oxfordshire Sports
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Oxfordshire Music
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Oxfordshire Restaurants
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Oxfordshire Art & Antiques
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Oxfordshire Health & Beauty
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Oxfordshire Education
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Oxfordshire Services
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Lead Article: Tara Tripp Hearing Centre
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The equipment they have at Tara Tripp Hearing Care is phenomenal. She put a camera down my ear and showed me a photo. What a mess and I immediately thought no wonder I am having problems. She then spent some time with her suction device to clean up both ears. What a difference that made.
Christmas with Marco Pierre White
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Living In Oxford Magazine had their office Christmas Dinner at the wonderful Marco Pierre White’s restaurant on High Street in Oxford this December. It was a great evening with a lovely warm atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff. Some of us had been to Marco’s previously but for me it was the first time. I was not disappointed!
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You’ve got to hand it to Jamie and his team, they know how to rustle up a good meal. We couldn’t fault any aspect of the dining experience, from the warm welcome to the expert service – Lucas did a sterling job – to Adriana who was our delightful hostess for the evening.
• David Cameron celebrates Oxfordshire’s visitor economy
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• Life-Changing Dentistry™
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• Savvy and Business in Oxford
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• The Lady Nuffield Home
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Tara Tripp Hearing Centre
Reviewed by Colin Rosser 10th February
I have known that I needed help with my hearing for a number of years and had been on the point of buying a hearing aid quite a few times. I had been approached numerous times by various organisations but it wasn’t until the specialist at a well-known national chain asked who I most annoyed with my inability to hear. Without hesitation I said my wife. When she came in with me shortly afterwards and I had a test she was amazed what little I actually heard. My main problem is that I can’t differentiate consonants. That sealed it and I purchased a pair of the latest Phonak models. When they arrived and before they were fitted I was told my ears needed syringing as I tend to accumulate a lot of wax. I then developed an infection and needed ear drops. After trying to get on with the hearing aid for several weeks the aids were continually getting blocked up which was most frustrating as I had started to rely on them. It was then that the specialist suggested I contact Tara Tripp Hearing Care, previously my doctor had also recommended her. Talk about a turning point! The equipment they have at Tara Tripp Hearing Care is phenomenal. She put a camera down my ear and showed me a photo. What a mess and I immediately thought no wonder I am having problems. She then spent some time with her suction device to clean up both ears. What a difference that made. Tara also discovered I had some sort of eczema where I lost surface skin in the ear which contributed to the problem and advised seeing my doctor who prescribed Betnovate Scalp Application. From then on there has been hardly any problems. Why on earth I didn’t see Tara earlier is a mystery as it seems only logical that anyone who is interested in a hearing aid should first of all visit Tara for inspection and treatment. Tara Tripp Hearing Care not only has the most modern equipment for ear treatment but also provides hearing aids. I can’t speak highly enough of her and her team and anyone that is remotely interested in a hearing aid their first stop should undoubtedly be Tara Tripp.
Sandford Gate, Eastpoint Business Park, Sandy Lane West, Oxford OX4 6LB Tel: 01865 910202 Web: www.tripphearing.co.uk www.livinginoxford.com
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Oxfordshire Events Blenheim Palace Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PP Tel: 01993 810530 Web: www.blenheimpalace.com
‘Capability’ Brown 2016 13th February - 2nd May: We will be host to a range of commemorative activities across 2016 to honour the life and work of ‘Capability’ Brown. The Palace will reopen in 2016 with a new temporary exhibition that will share his work at Blenheim Palace across the 11 years he was commissioned (1763 – 1774) through detailed accounts of how he designed and executed such a masterpiece through photography, drawings, equipment and costumes, with a number of never-before-seen elements. Admission: A Park & Gardens ticket or valid Annual Pass is required for this exhibition.
Easter Weekend 25th - 28th March: Join us for an abundance of themed fun in the Pleasure Gardens this Easter, with a Giant Easter Egg Hunt, vintage fun fair and lots of other family activities, including appearances for children’s characters, Punch and Judy shows, face painting and more! Existing fun family activities at The Pleasure Gardens include the giant Marlborough Hedge Maze, Butterfly House and Adventure Playground.
The Oxfordshire Museum Park Street, Woodstock, OX20 1SN. T: 01993 811456. Web: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/oxfordshiremuseum Tokens of Love Until Saturday 13th March: Free admission The Stuff Collective – Metamorphosis Saturday 13 February - 13 March: Following their popular exhibition in 2013 seven artists return with work exploring change and transformation. Free Admission. Saturday Lectures Organised by The Friends of The Oxfordshire Museum Saturday 6th February: Courtly Love by TV broadcaster and writer Janina Ramirez Saturday 20th February: The Loves of the Unicorn by Juliette Wood, a Director of The Folklore Society and a lecturer at Cardiff University. Saturday 5th March: A Garden Enclosed – sacred and secular love in medieval gardens by Michael Brown Lectures start at 2.30pm, in the Coach House. Tickets £7, available from reception T: 01993 814106 For more information W: FriendsofTom.co.uk February Half Term Activities: Tuesday 16th February: Tom tots 10.30 – 11.00 am ‘Songs, stories and craft for the under Fives’ £1.50 per family group Tuesday 16th February: ‘Who do you Love?’ Make an affectionate token to your favourite person, pet, sports team or pop group. Activity inspired by out ‘Tokens of Love’ exhibition. 2.00 – 4.00 pm £2.00 per participant
Oxford Castle Unlocked 44-46 Oxford Castle, Oxford, OX1 1AY. Tel: 01865 260666 Web: www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk
Valentines Lock-in Sunday 14th February: Get locked in with your loved one this Valentine’s Day as Oxford Castle Unlocked offers couples an evening to remember! Enjoy a delicious meal served in the intimate and unique surroundings of your very own Oxford Castle prison cell for just £80 per couple. Or how about savouring the experience in the atmospheric candlelit crypt for £110 with a bottle of bubbly included in the price? The Crypt is available for just one lucky couple per time slot with two time slots available during the evening - 6:30pm or 9pm. To find out more and to book, call 01904 261 262.
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Pitt Rivers Museum South parks Road Oxford, OX1 3PP Tel: 01865 270927 Web: www.prm.ox.ac.uk Pitt Stop: Pop-up Puppeteer Saturday 6th February: Bring a puppet to life and become a master puppeteer. 13.00 – 16.00 Under 5 event: A Little Look at… Boats Thursday 11th February: An active hands-on exploration telling the tales of objects in the Museum. Especially for under 5s | Please bear in mind that these sessions last 30 min 10.30 & 11.30 February Half-Term Activities: Eat or be Eaten Monday 15th February – Wednesday 17th February: Explore the amazing skills of attack and defence. Crafts, object handling and a family friendly talk a 15.00 13.00 – 16.00 Pitt Stop: Explorers and adventurers Saturday 5th March: Explore the world in the Pitt Rivers Museum. Look at the stories behind some of our famous collectors and collections. 13.00 – 16.00
Waterperry Gardens Nr. Wheatley, Oxfordshire, OX33 1JZ. Tel: 01844 339254 Web: www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Alphabet I Spy 13th – 21st February: Family fun over the February half term with Alphabet ‘I spy’ in the gardens. Spy the whole alphabet and win a prize! £2 per child - children must be accompanied by an adult for whom the garden fee applies.
Snowdrop Weekends 20th & 21st and 27th & 28th February: With more than 60 different snowdrop varieties carpeting the ornamental gardens over the season and a spectacular snowdrop valley area, there’s no better place to enjoy these little heralds of spring in such a magical setting. Don’t miss free guided tours at 11am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm each day of our special snowdrop weekends (Garden entrance fee applies).
Stagecoach Theatre Arts Oxford Tel: Maya Sprigg 01869 278600. Web: www.stagecoach.co.uk/oxford Email: oxford@stagecoach.co.uk We provide quality part-time training in the performing arts for children aged 4-18yrs. Our aim is to nurture and develop young potential through singing, acting and dance classes in Oxford, stretching young imaginations and building confidence. We provide the right combination of learning and performing, with opportunities for all ages. Open every weekend during term time and workshops during the school holidays, come join the fun!
Upcoming Events Westgate Pop-Up Museum Museum of Oxford Saturday 5th March 2016 - 23rd April 2016: The Pop-Up Museum is back. See amazing finds from the Westgate site, including the writing styli and book clasps belonging to the monks of Greyfriars to an ox skeleton found lying on the edge of the gravel islands Oxford was built upon. Talk - More Than Just Games By John R Gold Museum of Oxford Thirsday 17th March: How did organizers think about the outcomes of the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games, and what does this mean for the legacy of London 2012? John R Gold is Professor of Urban Historical Geography at Oxford Brookes University, and his book Olympic Cities is a leading work on the impacts of the Olympics. Warhol Late Ashmolean Museum Thursday 24th March: To celebrate The Andy Warhol exhibition, the Ashmolean will open its doors after-hours for late night happenings in the museum. Purchase your Andy Warhol exhibition ticket and enjoy a vibrant mix of live music, pop-up films, silent discos, DJs, and lots more, all taking inspiration from artwork by Andy Warhol. Enjoy drinks and snacks in the café until 8.30pm. Tickets are £10 and include exhibition entry. Booking is essential.
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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.
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.
Carfax Tower Junction of St Aldates and High Street, Oxford OX1 4AZ. Tel: 01865 792653. Open: 10.00 to 3pm. Admission: £2.50, Children £1.50. 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-3pm Nov - Feb, Admission £2.50, Children £1.50.
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
Visitor Information Centre 15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS Tel: 01865 686 430 Email: info@experienceoxfordshire.org Web: visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com The Tourist 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 Official Guided Walking Tours, the best way to explore Oxford on foot. See in store or get in contact with us by Tel: 01865 252037 Email: wtours@oxford.gov.uk
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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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 124 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 £3, Children (under 16) £2.50.
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: Saturday/Sunday/Wednesday/Saturday/Sunday 13/14/17/20/21 February.
Oxford Official Guided Walking Tours 15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS Tel: 01865 686 441 Email: officialtours@experienceoxfordshire.org Web: visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com What better way to discover our beautiful city than on foot? The Official Guided 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 Guided 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.
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David Cameron celebrates Oxfordshire’s visitor economy 15th January marked the first Experience Oxfordshire networking event of 2016. Held at Eynsham Hall, there were over 150 local business and organisations in attendance as well as the Rt Hon David Cameron, Prime Minister and MP for Witney. The informal event offered Experience Oxfordshire partners a chance to meet other business from across the visitor economy sector and network, as well as well as an opportunity to catch up with the Experience Oxfordshire team. The event was also the grand unveiling of Eynsham Hall’s £2.5million refurbishment to the local industry. After speaking to the invited audience Mr Cameron did a walk around taking the opportunity to speak with many of Experience Oxfordshire’s Partners and local businesses and also presenting B4’s Richard and Colin Rosser a celebratory certificate on behalf of Experience Oxfordshire congratulating them on their 10 years in business. The event is part of a series of annual events and programme’s that Experience Oxfordshire runs for their partners. On the event David Cameron MP said: “It has been a pleasure to attend today’s event here at the stunning, newly refurbished Eynsham Hall and to speak with local businesses. I am passionate about the tourism sector – as shown by the drive I have given to the government’s plans, including the excellent “Great” campaign – and I am extremely proud to see the sector doing so well here in Oxfordshire. I was delighted to hear of Experience Oxfordshire’s plans for the future and to see true public and private sector collaboration. I would urge any business with an interest in the visitor economy to get involved with Experience
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Oxfordshire and the great things they are doing. I will watch how this further develops with much interest and my support for the sector remains strong.” Hayley Beer-Gamage, Chief Executive of Experience Oxfordshire added: “This has been a fantastic start to the year to have both the Prime Minister in attendance, showing how collaboration is key to success. At Experience Oxfordshire we are delighted to see so many of our Partners and Ambassador’s here today to celebrate with Eynsham Hall and make exciting plans for the year ahead. We are an ambitious organisation who are looking to engage and grow the visitor economy across Oxfordshire and we are delighted to be receiving so much support. We have only touched on some of the exciting plans for the year ahead today and there is much more to come!” Shaun Bowles, the General Manager of Eynsham Hall who welcomed everyone to the event said: “This was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the work recently completed at Eynsham Hall, especially the new main hall bedrooms which are a real credit to the hotel. It’s also incredibly warming to receive such strong support from Experience Oxfordshire and fellow members.” Richard Rosser, Chief Executive of B4 said: “We are tremendously proud to receive this award from Experience Oxfordshire and the Prime Minister to mark the 10th anniversary of B4 magazine. On the behalf of the team I’m delighted to receive this honour and recognition of our work.”
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Oxfordshire Theatre The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade, Oxford OX2 7JN. Tel: 01865 319450 Web: www.thenorthwall.com
Land of our Fathers Tuesday 9th – Wednesday 10th Febraury: 3 May 1979, South Wales. Thatcher is counting her votes, Sid Vicious is spinning in his grave and six Welsh miners are trapped down a coal mine. Winner of Time Out’s Critic’s Choice, Chris Urch’s critically acclaimed debut play is packed full of blistering comedy and echoes a generation of lost voices. Tickets: £14 (£12 concessions) Times: 7.30pm
Ulla’s Odyssey Friday 12th February: Olivier Award winning OperaUpClose, present this new opera, inspired by Homer’s Odyssey. Featuring live music and puppetry, this show is suitable for children aged 7+, families and any adult with a sense of fun and wonder. Tickets: £14 (£10 concessions, £8 children) Times: 1.30pm & 7pm
Cornerstone Arts Centre Station Rd, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11. Tel: 01235 515144. Web: www.cornerstone-arts.org
Austentatious - An Improvised Jane Austen Novel Saturday 6th February: After total sell-outs in London and Edinburgh; comes one of the most talked about shows on the UK comedy scene. Austentatious: An Improvised Novel, is a comedy play spun in the inimitable style of Jane Austen – and based entirely on audience suggestions. Be it ‘Mansfield Shark’, ‘Darcy & Hutch’ or ‘I Know What You Did Last Season’, no two shows are ever the same, promises rapier wit combined with lightning-speed thinking and brilliant acting as this seasoned cast presents an eloquent, irreverent, 100% improvised take on the works of Britain’s best-loved novelist. Tickets: £15, £13.50 concessions Time: 7:30pm
The Missy Malone and Friends Burlesque Revue Saturday 13th February: JScottish burlesque princess Missy Malone and her sensational friends present a glorious theatre show, widely regarded as the best of its kind currently touring the UK. It brings together the very best authentic burlesque performers who together produce a sumptuous evening of tassels, tease, comedy, music and cabaret. Tickets: £18, £16.50 concessions For ages 16 and up.
Oxford Playhouse Oxford Playhouse 11 - 12 Beaumont Street Oxford OX1 2LW. Box Office: 01865 305305. Web: www.oxfordplayhouse.com
King Charles III Monday 22nd - Saturday 27th February: Winner of both the Olivier Award and Critics Circle Award for Best New Play 2015, Mike Bartlett’s outstanding drama King Charles III is one of the must-see plays of the year. The Queen is dead. After a lifetime of waiting, Prince Charles ascends the throne with Camilla by his side. As William, Kate and Harry look on, Charles prepares for the future of power that lies before him… but how to rule? Tickets: £29 / £26 / £22 / £15
Russell Kane Monday 29th February: Are you 16-years-old, yet feel 21? Are you 40, but tragically faking 25? Or maybe you’re full-on 80 years, with the heart of three oxen and the sex drive of a bonobo chimp. Don’t worry: this is normal. No one is ever the ‘right’ age - it’s is the beauty and the curse of being a real person. In this brand new show, Russell Kane unleashes another blisteringly- funny, award-winning stand-up performance about growing up, growing down, and why farts will always be funny. Tickets: £17 (£15)
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New Theatre Oxford George St, Oxford OX1 2AG Tel: 0844 871 3020 Web: www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-theatre-oxford
Chicago The Musical Friday 12th - Saturday 20th February: Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery…all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts”…so begins the international award winning Broadway and West End musical, CHICAGO, which comes to the New Theatre Oxford for 1 week only starring West End and EastEnders actor John Partridge Time: 7.30 pm Tickets £30.90 - £113.90
Old Fire Station 40 George Street Oxford OX1 2AQ Tel: 01865 263980 Web: www.oldfirestation.org.uk
Transports Saturday 6th February: A volatile fifteen year old is shunted into her final foster home. Her foster mother is an eccentric chatterbox who keeps her Kindertransport past hidden in a trunk. As youth plays cat and mouse with age, their stories collide with devastating consequences. Bittersweet, knife-sharp, heart-breaking new writing from Pipeline Theatre. Weaving film and a sumptuously evocative underscore, jumping in time between the ‘70s and the 2nd WW, and located around two, monolithic, life-size, vertical railway tracks, ‘Transports’, by turns funny and moving, is a journey not quickly forgotten. It was inspired by the experiences of designer Alan Munden’s mother, who came to England on the last Kindertransport. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £12, £10 (concs)
Turning Leaves Tuesday 9th February: Crime and the treatment of criminals ought to be black and white. One rule for everyone. But is justice free from the assumptions of gender and class ever really possible? Turning Leaves brings together three stark, powerful solo performances to discuss social perception and analysis of crime and risk. Trees Grow High A response to media controversies about female perpetrators of sex crimes. Oh Danny Boy A dark and destructive reflection on society’s responsibility to its outcasts. Turning Leaves A discussion of the establishment’s attitudes to crime and whether true impartiality is ever possible. Tickets: £10, £6 (concs) Time: 8pm
Upcoming Events Thriller Live New Theatre Oxford Mon 14th - Sat 19th March: Direct from London’s West End, Thriller Live is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer. Bill Bailey New Theatre Oxford Wed 11th - Thu 12th May: The gap between how we imagine our lives to be and how they really are is the subject of Bill’s new show Limboland. Austen’s Women Old Fire Station Friday 18th March: Thirteen of Jane Austen’s heroines come to life in this bold revisiting of some of literature’s most celebrated works. Max and Ivan: The End Old Fire Station Saturday 21st May: Welcome to Sudley-on-Sea. Take a look around. You don’t have long. Seriously. Am I Dead Yet? The North Wall Friday 6th May: Two friends, talking (and singing) about what happens when we die, how we think about dying, and most importantly, how some of us might be brought back. Meadow The North Wall Sunday 15th May: The grass remembers. It remembers you. It remembers me. And it remembers the animals that called the meadow home.
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Oxfordshire Cinema February 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
Zoolander 2 When the world’s most beautiful musical celebrities are systematically assassinated with formerly famous male model Derek Zoolander’s iconic “Blue Steel” look on their face, Interpol recruits Derek and his friend Hansel McDonald to infiltrate a new and different world of high fashion in order to put a stop to it. Meanwhile, Derek’s rival Jacobim Mugatu is set free and is seeking revenge.
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies A zombie outbreak has fallen upon the land in Jane Austen’s classic tale of the tangled relationships between lovers from different social classes in 19th century England. Feisty heroine Elizabeth Bennet is a master of martial arts and weaponry and the handsome Mr. Darcy is a fierce zombie killer, yet the epitome of upper class prejudice. As the zombie outbreak intensifies, they must swallow their pride and join forces on the blood-soaked battlefield.
Deadpool Based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, “Deadpool” tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.
Dad’s Army The film will be set during 1944, when World War II was about to reach its end. In Walmington-on-Sea, Captain Mainwaring’s Home Guard suffers from low morale. This is until a glamorous journalist arrives, to report on the platoon’s exploits. Meanwhile, MI5 have discovered a radio signal transmitted from Walmington-on-Sea towards Berlin, apparently the work of a spy, giving the Home Guard a chance to make a real difference in the war.
Goosebumps Upset about moving from a big city to a small town, teenager Zach Cooper (Dylan Minnette) finds a silver lining when he meets the beautiful girl, Hannah (Odeya Rush), living right next door. But every silver lining has a cloud, and Zach’s comes when he learns that Hannah has a mysterious dad who is revealed to be R. L. Stine (Jack Black), the author of the bestselling Goosebumps series.
Upcoming Film Releases Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Fearing the actions of Superman left unchecked, Batman takes on Superman, while the world wrestles with what kind of a hero the world really needs. With Batman and Superman fighting each other, a new threat Doomsday created by Lex Luthor. Its up to Superman and Batman to set aside their difference along with Wonder Woman to stop Lex Luthor and Doomsday from destroying Metropolis.
Kung Fu Panda 3 Po reunites with his biological father and travels with him to a secret sanctuary of pandas where, to his surprise, he does not fit in. There he meets Mei Mei, an overly eager panda, who had been promised to Po through an arranged marriage when they were children. To make matters worse, an evil ancient spirit called Kai begins terrorising China and stealing the powers of defeated kung fu masters. Now in the face of incredible odds, Po must learn to train the village of clumsy, fun-loving pandas to become a band of Kung Fu Pandas.
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Oxfordshire Music Faculty of Music, University of Oxford St Aldate’s, Oxford, OX1 1DB. Tel: 01865 276133. Web: www.music.ox.ac.uk/events
Concert by the Villiers Quartet Part of their Music Faculty Chamber Music Residency 2015-18 Wednesday 3rd February: Lunchtime Concert “Qualia” programme featuring Mozart String quartet K387 in G Major and music by Andrew Waggoner and Jay Cloidts. Tickets: £10 (Students £5) www.musicatoxford.com 01865 244 806 Or on the door. Time: 1pm, Venue: Holywell Music Room
Concert Haffner Wind Ensemble Nicholas Daniel, Oboe and leader Wednesday 10th February: A fantastic programme of wind music performed by the best of British musicians around. A rare opportunity in the perfect settings of the Holywell Music Room. Music by Farkas Milhaud Françaix Ligeti and more. Tickets: £15/£10 (students £5) www.ticketsoxford.com 01865 305305 In person at the Oxford Playhouse On the door Time: 8pm Venue: Holywell Music Room
Concert Ensemble ISIS Wednesday 24th February: The Music Faculty new music ensemble under conductor John Traill presents a concert of Music by Bent Sorensen in the presence of the composer. A unique opportunity for anyone keen to discover rarely performed music. Admission: free Time: 17.15 Venue: Faculty of Music, St Aldate’s
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra 29a Teignmouth Road London. Tel: 01865 980 980. Web: www.oxfordphil.com E-mail: info@oxfordphil.com
Grand Viennese Ball Saturday 13th February: Strauss Family Waltzes, Polkas, Marches, Quadrille. John Georgiadis conductor. Led by charismatic maestro John Georgiadis, the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra will recreate the grandeur and glamour of the great Viennese balls of the past in Oxford’s Victorian ballroom. Dance to waltzes, polkas, marches and a quadrille from the Strauss family or, if dancing isn’t your thing, simply sit back and soak up the atmosphere of this unique occasion. Dress: white tie or period costume Tickets can be reserved only on 01865 980 980 Food platters available: must be pre-booked. Please enquire when booking. Save 5% for groups 10+. No other concessions apply. End time: 11.15pm. Venue: Oxford Town Hall Time: 8pm Concert and dancing – £55 Concert only – £25 Optional dance lesson 12.15-2.15pm – £6
Valentine’s Concert Sunday 14th February: COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue West Side Story Suites Nos. 1 and 2 (excerpts to include ‘Tonight’, ‘Maria’, ‘I Feel Pretty’, ‘America’) Danae Eleni soprano Adrian Dwyer tenor Echoris choir Marios Papadopoulos piano/conductor. Powerfully illustrating the essences of patriotism and honour, Aaron Copland’s Fanfare for the Common Man embodies a true sonic insignia of human solidarity. Marios Papadopoulos performs George Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody in Blue, a musical kaleidoscope of America conceived amid the sweeping rhythms of a Boston-bound train, and the hubbub of the New York streets will be conjured in Bernstein’s timeless score to the Broadway classic West Side Story; swagger and jazz meet in the music to this story of love and rivalry, crowned by Bernstein’s dazzling urban soundscapes. Venue: Sheldonian Theatre Time: 7.30pm Tickets £42 £30 £20 £10
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Huanzhi Spring Festival Overture Bruch Violin Concerto No. 1 Dvořák Symphony No. 8 Vera Tsu violin | Long Yu conductor 01865 980 980
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Adderbury Ensemble Tuesday 23rd February: Martyn Jackson (violin), Christopher Windass (violin), Vanessa Mcnaught (viola), Jane Fenton (cello), Kath Sharman (cello) Ravel String Quartet, Schubert String Quintet in C. Tickets £15 full/5(students) at the door or from Oxford Playhouse 01865 305305
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Oxfordshire Music Music At Oxford Osney Lock Boathouse, Osney Lock, Bridge Street, Oxford, OX2 0AX. Box Office: 01865 244 806. Web: www.musicatoxford.com
The Villiers Quartet Friday 5th February: This is the second concert by the Villiers Quartet this season and is art of their Radcliffe Chamber Music Residency at the University of Oxford. William Sterndale Bennet may be a less familiar name than that of Mendelssohn, yet Bennet was in fact an astounding all-rounder, becoming Principal of the Royal Academy of Music. As a young pianist he was invited to Germany, where both Mendelssohn and Schumann – already admirers of his compositional talent – became his firm friends. Pre-concert talk at 6.30pm with Barry Sterndale Bennett in the Weston Library Lecture Theatre. Call 01865 244806 to reserve you space as numbers are limited. Tickets: £15 (Students £5) Box Office 01865 244806, Online www.musicatoxford.com Time: 7.30pm Venue: Holywell Music Room
Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment Friday 12th February: Sir Roger Norrington returns to the city of his birth with some of the jewels of the classical era, presenting a snapshot of the repertoire for which he is most celebrated. The audience can expect to find exuberance barely concealed in Beethoven’s scherzo, the quirks of Haydn’s opening movement that provoked the nickname ‘The Hen’, and a taste of Saint-Georges’ most successful comic opera – as well as the beauty of one of Mozart’s most cherished concertos. Tickets: £10 - £42 (Students & Under 18s from £5) Box Office 01865 244806, Online www.musicatoxford.com Time: 7.30pm Venue: Sheldonian Theatre
Clare Hammond (piano) Friday 19th February: Clare Hammond is a pianist of remarkable virtuosity and musicianship. Rachmaninov described Medtner, six years his senior, as ‘the greatest living composer’ in his diary for 1915, so it is fitting to couple two of their respective major works for piano, the well-known Variations on a Theme of Corelli with Medtner’s evocatively romantic, grandly structured Sonata no. 1. Tickets: £10 - £42 (Students & Under 18s from £5) Box Office: 01865 244806, Online: www.musicatoxford.com Time: 7.30pm Venue: SJE Arts, St John the Evangelist Church
Oxford Coffee Concerts
One of the top ten things to do in the UK (Observer) Nominated for the Royal Philharmonic Society Awards 2012. Every Sunday Morning at 11:15am. In the Wonderful Holywell Music Room (Oldest Concert Hall in Europe) Coffee Served before and after the concert at the Kings Arms and Vaults Cafe.
7th February: Carducci String Quartet with Collin Carr cello Haydn String Quartet op.20 no.4, Schubert String Quintet in C 14th February: Adderbury Ensemble Martyn Jackson, Jenny Sacha violins, Christopher Windass, Vanessa McNaught violas, Jane Fenton cello, Vaughan Williams String Quintet, Mozart String Quintet in G minort 21st February: Alasdair Beatson piano Mozart, Sonata in A minor K310 D. Scarlatti, Sonatas: (i) G major, K283 (iv) E major, K380 (ii) D major, K492 (v) C# minor, K247 (iii) B minor, K87 (vi) C major, K515 Scriabin Sonata no.5 op.53 28th February: Schubert Ensemble Saint Saens Piano Quartet, Chausson Piano Quartet £11 adults, £10 full time students, senior citizens and under 16s Free admission to children ages 5 -10 accompanied by an adult (under 5s not permitted entry) Tickets Available at the door or from Oxford Playhouse Tel: 01865 305305 Web: www.coffeeconcerts.com
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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
KALEIDOSCOPE: The Indivisible Present Saturday 6th February - Saturday 16th April: The Indivisible Present is the first exhibition in KALEIDOSCOPE, a year long programme of unfolding exhibitions at Modern Art Oxford in 2016. During the year, iconic works from the past return to the gallery alongside new commissions by acclaimed artists of the current generation. In this opening exhibition, what we see and the things we miss are explored by artists who examine time from an unconventional perspective. They include Douglas Gordon, Pierre Huyghe, John Latham, Yoko Ono, Elizabeth Price, Dog Kennel Hill Project and Viola Yeşiltaç. The works on display, encompassing film, photography, sculpture and installation, invite visitors to examine each moment they encounter and to consider how time affects perception.
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Sanders of Oxford Antique 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 16th – 20th Centuries, is extensive and encompasses a wide range of subjects, engravers and prices. On display in the gallery at the moment we have a fantastic collection of early maps of Oxford, Great Britain and the rest of the World alongside some of the rarest printed views of the University City. February Sale Although on a much smaller scale than previous years our famous February sale returns this month, offering up to 75% off a wide selection of antique prints. We also have astonishing bargains in our £1 to £10 bins and massive reductions on framed items. 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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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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Oxfordshire Accommodation Hotels 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 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.
Malmaison Oxford Oxford Castle, 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!
Hawkwell House Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4DZ. Tel: 01865 749988. Web: www.hawkwellhouse.co.uk If you are looking for a hotel near Oxford or a wedding venue in Oxfordshire, there are few better-placed than Hawkwell House Hotel, which offers comfortable rooms in Iffley Village. The Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has something for everyone, including beautiful English villages, a wealth of National Trust stately homes and gardens, and for children, the Cotswolds Wildlife Park and Gardens.
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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.
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’
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Oxfordshire Accommodation Heythrop Park Resort Enstone, Oxfordshire, OX7 5UE or OX7 5UF. Tel: 01608 673 333. Web: www.heythroppark.co.uk A unique venue set in 440 acres of stunning Oxfordshire Countryside, seamlessly combining elegance with style and boasting two individual hotels: the elegant DeVere Venues Heythrop Park Hotel and the stylish Crowne Plaza Hotel. The Resort also offers a championship 18 hole standard golf course, health club & spa together with state of the art conference facilities.
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.
Short Lets 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.
Short Let Space Tel: 01993811711 Web: www.shortletspace.co.uk Short Let Space provides fully furnished, short let accommodation for business and leisure visitors to Oxford and the Thames Valley. We offer apartments, houses and cottages, from studios to one, two and threebedroom properties. Our portfolio covers Oxford and the county of Oxfordshire, including Abingdon, Banbury, Bicester, Henley-on-Thames, Leamington Spa and many smaller towns and villages in between. Based near Oxford, our team of short let consultants know our properties and the region well. So whether you are coming to enjoy afternoon tea in the Cotswolds or to work on fusion research at Culham, we hope to have a suitable short let property for you.
Guest House 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 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.
Blackwell’s 51 Broad St, Oxford, OX1 3BQ. Web: www.blackwell.co.uk we have been serving the needs of book-lovers since 1879. Our booksellers are passionate about the books that we sell and there is nothing that we enjoy more than making a perfect recommendation to a customer. For those of you who do not know the shop we trade across four floors, including the cavernous Norrington Room basement, and you will find new and secondhand books on every subject under the sun.
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.
Stella & Dot Web: www.stelladot.co.uk A social selling company that creates flexible entrepreneurial opportunities for women. Our boutique-style jewellery and accessories line is available exclusively through in-home Trunk Shows by Independent Stylists and online. Get in touch with your local Independent Stylist, Jana Saunders, on 07763 743783 or visit www.stelladot.co.uk/janasaunders
Inky Fingers 38 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1HZ Tel: 01865 421776 Web: www.inkyfingers.net The one-stop-shop in Oxford for comics, graphic novels, art books and more from both indie and mainstream publishers. We also do teas and coffees!
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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Oxfordshire Sport Oxford University Rugby Football Club Jackdaw Lane, Iffley Road, Oxford OX4 1SR. Tel: 01865 432000. Web: www.ourfc.org.uk Wed 27th Jan: Blues v RAF - Time: 19:15 - (H) Wed 3rd Feb: Blues v Crawshays - Time: 19:15 - (H) Wed 10th Feb: Blues v Army - Time: 19:15 - (H) Wed 2nd March: Blues v Penguins - Time: 19:30 - (H) All home matches take place at the Iffley Road Stadium. For further details please visit our @sport.ox.ac.uk or call 01865 432000
Oxford United Football Club The Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road, Oxford OX4 4XP. Tel: 01865 337533. Web: www.oufc.co.uk Tue 2nd Feb: Millwall v Oxford United - Time: 19:45 - (H) Sat 6th Feb: Exeter v Oxford United - Time: 15:00 - (A) Tue 9th Feb: Mansfield v Oxford United - Time: 19:45 (H) Sat 13th Feb: Morecambe v Oxford United - Time 15:00 (A) Sat 20th Feb: Accrington Stanley v Oxford United - Time 15:00 (H) Get Behind The U’s! Save money by booking your tickets before the day of the game.
Oxford City Football Club Marsh Ln, Oxford OX3 0NQ. Tel: 01865 744493. Web: www.oxfordcityfc.co.uk Wed 10th Feb: Thame United v OCFC - Time: 19:45 - (H) Sat 13th Feb: Highmoor-Ibis v OCFC - Time: 15:00 - (A) Sat 27th Feb: Abingdon United v OCFC - Time: 15:00 - (H) Wed 9th March: Lydney Town v OCFC - Time: 19:45 - (H) Sat 12th March: Ascot United v OCFC - Time: 15:00 - (H)
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!
Heythrop Park Resort Enstone, Oxfordshire, OX7 5UE or OX7 5UF. Tel: 01608 673 333. Web: www.heythroppark.co.uk Open 365 days of the year the Bainbridge Course at Heythrop Park was redesigned in 2009 by Tom MacKenzie the golf course architect responsible for many Open Championship venues. The 7088 yard par 72 course weaves throughout the 440 acre Heythrop estate and provides the perfect challenge for all golfers.
Rye Hill Rye Hill Golf Club Milcombe Banbury Oxfordshire, OX15 4RU. Tel: 01295 721818. Web: www.ryehill.co.uk No matter where you are with your game, or how much time you have to spare, play golf at Oxford’s Rye Hill and find a membership to suit your skill level and budget. You can play our full 18 hole Championship course, or opt for a shorter 5 hole game if you’ve only got an hour to spare. Come and learn the finer points of golf on our par 3 Academy course or warm up on our practice ground. You can even get the kids involved on our specially designed Junior Academy course.
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Oxfordshire Restaurants Asian 4500 Miles From Delhi 40-41 Parkend Street, Oxford, OX1 1JD. Tel: 01865 244 922. Web: www.4500miles.co.uk Not just another ‘up market’ Indian restaurant, quite literally 4500 Miles from Delhi, the restaurant offers diners an ingenious fusion of Asian herbs, spices, fresh meat and vegetables. We have created a place that is relaxing and comfortable.
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.
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.
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.
Contemporary Iffley Blue Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4DZ. Tel: 01865 749988. Web: www.hawkwellhouse.co.uk Situated just a couple of miles from the centre of Oxford, Iffley Blue is the new restaurant at Hawkwell House Hotel in the beautiful village of Iffley. There is an open style kitchen featuring a clay oven, as well as new furniture throughout. The emphasis is on delivering regularly changing seasonal menus with local provenance – as well as exceptional value.
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.
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SPECIAL VALENTINE’S WEEKEND MENU BOOK NOW: 01865 511 149 The General Eliott 37 Manor Rd, Oxford OX1 5AS Email: info@thege.co.uk Tel: 01865 608567 Web: www.thege.co.uk The GE now has a fantastic Christmas Menu £22.50/£27.50 & Bar Snack Menu. Look out for all our events on Facebook & book your Xmas Dinner/ Party Now. ‘There will always be found room for one more at The General Eliott..The Telegraph ‘Pubby Paradise’ Oxford Times.
Macdonald Randolph Hotel 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.
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.
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.
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Oxfordshire Restaurants 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.
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.
Traditional 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.
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.
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 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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Oxfordshire Restaurants 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.
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 laboratry, all carefully crafted by our expert bartenders.
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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.
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!
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.
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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Marco’s
Christmas with Marco Pierre White
Reviewed by Lorna Dodson 12th December 2015
Living In Oxford Magazine had their office Christmas Dinner at the wonderful Marco Pierre White’s New York Italian restaurant on High Street in Oxford this December. It was a great evening with a lovely warm atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff. Some of us had been to Marco’s previously but for me it was the first time. I was not disappointed! Marco’s normally serves a vast variety of Italian and New York inspired dishes, and is a restaurant that can offer something for everyone and every taste. From fresh fish, to home made pizza and pasta, Marco’s has a mouth watering set of dishes on their extensive menu. We however were of course trying their Christmas Dinner on this particular visit. The dinner was sumptuous - For starters I opted for chicken liver pâté, red onion chutney & a toasted ciabatta. The chutney was superb, the pâté juicy and flavoursome and the ciabatta toasted to perfection. The main event consisted of succulent turkey wrapped in smokey ham with a stuffing centre, honey glazed vegetables (including parsnips, my favourite!), sweet cranberry sauce and the best bit: Pigs in blankets, all rested in pan juices. For desert I went with old reliable: Chocolate. A melting chocolate truffle cake to be precise. It was heavenly. I’m a bit of a chocoholic anyway so maybe I’m biased but this was probably the best chocolate ‘cake’ I’ve had in recent years. I say ‘cake’ because it was so dense and truffle-like I’m not sure the word really suits. We plied ourselves with wine late into the evening, feeling relaxed and cosy in this stunning venue. With its central location and great service, Marco’s is a perfect venue for every occasion and celebration, and I’ll definitely be going back to try their usual menu.
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Reviewed by Richard Rosser 16th January
The temperatures had dropped considerably as we made our way to central Oxford and a family meal at Jamie’s Italian on George Street, bang smack in the centre of Oxford. I remember when Jamie’s opened, back in 2008, you couldn’t get a table for love nor money. We had booked, so we were the lucky ones as about twenty hopefuls crowded the entrance to this tardis of an eatery – it must seat well over 100 over two floors – clearly demonstrating that Jamie hadn’t lost his touch. I hadn’t realised that Oxford was the first of what is now a 40 strong worldwide empire. You’ve got to hand it to Jamie and his team, they know how to rustle up a good meal. We couldn’t fault any aspect of the dining experience, from the warm welcome to the expert service – Lucas did a sterling job – to Adriana who was our delightful hostess for the evening. Ed and I went for the Italian pâté bruschetta which was divine – silky smooth chicken-liver pâté with pancetta, vin santo & Parmesan. Jack plumped for the Artisan Breads (comprising freshly baked focaccia, ciabatta, seeded crackerbread, sourdough and grissini with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic and tapenade), which I must admit I had a nibble on when he wasn’t looking and the tapenade was absolutely delicious. Tina had the crispy squid with garlic and lemon mayo, chilli, parsley and fried garlic. Jamie wouldn’t do any old garlic bread would he, he does Ultimate Garlic Bread, warm artisan buttermilk buns with garlic butter, Bella Lodi and rosemary – Beth certainly enjoyed it! Abi was saving herself for her main which she said was amazing – wild mushroom and winter greens risotto, comprising creamy carnaroli rice with winter greens, roasted mushrooms, mozzarella and extra virgin olive oil. Ed, Jack and Beth all had the Italian Steak Frite, flash-grilled prime beef steak, served with Italian-spiced skinny fires and rainbow slaw. Another triple hit with the youngsters! Clean plates all around. Tina and I both chose from the Specials Board – delivered expertly by the charming Lucas. I’m not a big mushroom fan, but Lucas sold the ‘Fantastic home made wriggly pappardelle pasta with ‘happy’ free range Norfolk chicken in a creamy wild mushroom and mascarpone sauce finished with crumbly ricotta’. It sounded tasty and it lived up to the billing… absolutely scrumptious! Tina chose the ‘Beautiful risotto of Scottish langoustine tail, sweet tomatoes, chilli and samphire, topped with extra virgin oil’. Another success! Amalfi Lemon Meringue Cheesecake for dessert was absolutely phenomenal! Velvety mascarpone and lemon cheesecake topped with Italian meringue, served with lemon curd and blackcurrants. Full marks Mr Oliver, and you’ve got me liking mushrooms and cheesecake! Whatever next? Bread and butter pudding and marzipan? Now that would be an achievement!
24-26 George St, Oxford OX1 2AE Tel: 01865 838383 Web: www.jamieoliver.com/italian 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.
Oxford Brookes Centre for Sport Headington Campus, Gipsy Ln, Oxford, OX3 0BP Tel: 01865 484373 Web: www.brookes.ac.uk/brookes-sport Whether new to a gym or looking to keep or develop your health and fitness, the Oxford Brookes Sports Centre and Health Suite is the ideal starting point to get in shape and stay fit. For anyone looking to gain the winning edge through superior exercise our free weights room has everything you need.
Feel Fit Gym 21 Templars Square, Oxford OX4 3XQ. Tel.: 01865 711333 Web: feelfitgym.com Whether you’re looking to shape and tone or for a high-intensity core workout, we offer everything you need to live a happy and healthy lifestyle as well as some rather impressive extras to help you enjoy your Feel Fit Gym experience.
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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 The Oxford Hotel Godstow Road, Oxford, OX2 8AL Tel: 01865 489 988 Web: www.pumahotels.co.uk/hotels/the-oxford-hotel/spa Relax, unwind and let us pamper you in the tranquil surroundings of the beauty rooms at The Oxford Hotel, or get fit at The Health & Leisure Club at The Oxford Hotel (open to hotel guests and members). Facilities: 2 beauty rooms with a range of treatments, Fitness suite, Splash pool, Sauna, Steam room, Squash courts.
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, Microdermabrasion, Non Surgical face lifts, and much more. Open: Monday to Saturday.
Kennington Osteopathic Practice The Village Centre, Kennington Road, Oxford OX1 5PG Tel: 07787 404419 Web: kenningtonosteo.co.uk Sophie and the team at Kennington Osteopathic Practice in Oxford are dedicated to helping patients with all types of pain. We offer daytime and evening osteopathy, sports injury and sports massage appointments. We also provide morning and evening Pilates classes. Our aim is to ensure that you can recover as quickly as possible.
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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Life-Changing Dentistry™ Not so long ago if you had loose, unsightly teeth, fillings that were failing, or uncomfortable dentures, sensible, reliable and affordable answers to your problem were hard to find. You may have found eating, even talking, difficult. But all you could do was grin and bear it… even though there was precious little to grin about. Today, of course, implants provide a solution. But the fear of being temporarily without teeth and the anticipated cost are real concerns for many people. Life-Changing Dentistry addresses and overcomes these concerns and provides a solution that is IMMEDIATELY functional, comfortable, predictable and affordable. For this procedure we use either the Fast & Fixed™ or the All-on-4™ immediate implant restoration systems. In just a few hours of painless surgery, we will place implants and then attach a fixed bridge to those implants. This gives you perfect biomechanical support for the restoration. With same-day restorations, the temporary bridge is fabricated in our inhouse dental laboratory immediately after implants have been placed. Our dental technician, John Davies (who makes the bridge), will be involved at every stage in order to become familiar with the patient’s mouth, teeth and gums and uses this knowledge to produce a restoration that perfectly matches the rest of your natural teeth in terms of both colour and tooth shape. This attention to detail applies not only to the permanent restoration but also to the temporary prosthesis too. The real joy of our process is that you come to the practice in the morning, have the implants placed and walk out at the end of the day with a full set of revitalised teeth, a massive smile on your face and a spring in your step. Dr Maria Hardman, alongside dedicated, experienced and fully trained clinical teams, delivers personalised, high quality treatments from modern, state-of-the-art dental practices using proven and effective techniques. Patients are always put at the centre of our planning to ensure that each treatment is fully suitable, understood and based on individual hopes and aspirations. Life-Changing Dentistry is available through Clinic 95 at 95 West Way, Botley, Oxford, OX2 9JY – visit www.teeth-implants.info or call on 01865 258110 to arrange your free consultation. Maria Hardman GDC Reg.No.: 60600 John Davies GDC Reg. No.: 156100
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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.
Audio & Visual City Audio Visual Unit 19, Kingsmeadow, Ferry Hinksey Rd, Oxford OX2 0DP. Tel: 01865 722800. Web: www.cityav.co.uk Oxford’s leading specialists in audio visual hire, sales, installation and live event support. From Projector hire and AV Support to installation of a bespoke audio visual presentation system, we pride ourselves in offering a quality driven professional service with a personal touch.
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Excel Dry Cleaners 274 Banbury Road, Oxford. Tel: 01865 511773. Oxford’s specialist Dry Cleaners, experts in cleaning all delicate items including silks to wedding dresses. Full repair and alteration service.
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Property Finders Keepers 27 St Clements, Oxford, OX4 1AB Tel: 01865 204844 Web: www.finders.co.uk Finders Keepers Letting Agents have been renting Flats and Houses in Oxford since 1972. With a hands-on and personal service, finding a rental property in Oxfordshire couldn’t be easier. If you are looking to rent in Oxford get in touch today!
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.
Strutt and Parker 269 Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 7LL Tel: 01865 366660 Web: www.struttandparker.com Strutt & Parker’s estate agents and property consultants work in partnership with clients to deliver their goals – whether their interests are in residential, commercial, rural or development property.
Design, Print, Photography & IT 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.
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Oxfordshire Services 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 Helen & Douglas House 14A Magdalen Road, Oxford, OX4 1RW Tel: 01865 794749 Web: www.helenanddouglas.org.uk We provide medical, emotional and practical support, helping families deal with the implications of living with a child who will die prematurely, so they can make the most of their time together. We care for children and young adults, aged from birth to 35, from Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Gloucestershire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Wiltshire, and parts of London.
Leukaemia Research Twitter: twitter.com/beatbloodcancer Web: www.leukaemialymphomaresearch.org.uk We are 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.
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.
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Savvy and Business in Oxford
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Business in Oxford (BIO) is all about showcasing local businesses, providing networking opportunities and inspiring the next generation of bright young things. What better fit could there be for the lead sponsor of this years event, therefore, than Savvy Group? Steve Dunne, Managing Director and founder of Savvy Group, is a successful young entrepreneur, who has set up Savvy Construction Ltd, which he runs with Jon Peart and Savvy Maintenance and Renovations Ltd, which, he runs with his brother David Dunne. The business was started from scratch 5 years ago and there was a clear vision as to where Steve wanted to take the company and what he wanted to achieve. Over the last 5 years the business has grown into a substantial concern and employs a large team of happy and rewarded staff. The group is forecast to turnover in excess of 14 million in 2015-2016. Needless to say there is also a clear vision for Savvy Group over the next 5 years and beyond and in this article, as well as at the BIO event in one of the dedicated POD (presentation) sessions Savvy will be sharing some of their key business insights and knowledge with the delegates. Savvy’s POD will focus on some key principles for growing a successful business and will cover some of the topics below: 1. Vision, Focus, Discipline, Determination 2. Not being afraid of failure and Never Giving Up, some ideas will fail and some clients you will lose. But one of the keys to success is to brush yourself off and keep trying until you succeed 3. Respect, look after and know your customers, this is key to gaining repeat business as well as winning new customers 4. Respect, value and reward your staff and surround yourself with a great team 5. Strive to be Number 1 in your field – create new ways of doing things and use unconventional thinking to stay ahead of the game 6. Embrace technology to save you time and money 7. Create a strong and defined brand that is relevant and appealing to your consumers 8. Enjoy what you do with a passion 9. Blood, Sweat and Tears – will yield results 10. De-stress – It’s really important for your own mental wellbeing and all those who work and do business with you, for you to be fresh, happy and performing at your best at all times. All businesses are different and although the above suggestions aren’t all it takes to run a successful business, they cover some of the key essentials and provide a solid platform from which to achieve business success. It’s a real credit to Oxford that we are home to such great entrepreneurial success stories. Hopefully, some of the advice that Steve and Savvy Group have shared with us here will generate interest and potentially inspire a new generation of young entrepreneurs in the area. This is, of course, brilliant for Oxfordshire and the local economy and we hope to see lots more aspirational stories and advice at the BIO event in April. Savvy Maintenance and Renovations 01865 920020 Savvy Construction 01865 920040 E-mail: info@group-savvy.co.uk
Dunne House, 253 London Road, Headington, Oxford OX3 9EH Tel: 01865 920040 Web: www.group-savvy.co.uk www.livinginoxford.com
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