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What a glorious Summer! With the sun beating down outside, we’ve got some great outdoor events for you to read all about in this month’s Living in Oxford Magazine. We continue the Shakespeare theme of July with reviews of As You Like It, Twelfth Night and Macbeth. Oxford Shakespeare Company adorn our cover for it must be the 6th or 7th year in a row for August and it’s good to have them back once again. I am reliably informed by the two most powerful women in my life (wife and mum) that it is a great production so make sure you book your tickets soon. There is also the fabulous Foodies Festival to read about, get on board City Sightseeing, enjoy a cool summer’s drink at Angels. Whilst we have some decent weather, why not get your running shoes on and start getting in shape for The Oxford Half on 12th October. It will soon be here! And finally, we’re launching the first Living in Oxford Awards on 1st October. Read more on page 27 and make sure you support your favourites when voting opens. Enjoy August
Richard Rosser Editor, Living In Oxford Magazine
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Reviews in this issue of Living In Oxford...
Lead Article: As You Like It
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Fall in love with Shakespeare’s most musical and joyful romantic comedy in an outdoor promenade production in the beautiful surroundings of Wadham College, Oxford.
Foodies Festival
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This year visitors can enjoy a huge selection of award winning hot and cold food from around the world including hog roasts, Vietnamese buns, exotic meats, tapas, churros, burritos, Moroccan tagines, South American prime beef, Jamaican and Thai street food, all of which be enjoyed in the new Feasting Tent.
Angels Cocktail Bar
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The Angels Lab showcases the mixing skills of the bar team who love creating new drinks for customers and adding them to their repertoire and, for the most popular, to the menu.
• City Sightseeing
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• Creation Theatre
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• English Repertory Theatre
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• The Oxford Half
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Lead Article:
As You Like It William Shakespeare
After last year’s magnificent summer run, The Oxford Shakespeare Company, acclaimed specialists in open-air and site specific theatre and a must-see favourite during the Oxford summer, are delighted to bring you Shakespeare's As You Like It. We welcome rising director Michael Oakley and look forward to more sensational costumes from Adrian Lillie and original compositions by Nicholas Lloyd Webber. Fall in love with Shakespeare’s most musical and joyful romantic comedy in an outdoor promenade production in the beautiful surroundings of Wadham College, Oxford. The stunning architecture and glorious gardens, create the perfect contrast between the strictures and repressions of the court against the lushness of the Forest of Arden, whose inhabitants are at one with nature and everyone seems to be in love… Encountering a host of colourful characters, and accumulating chaos and confusion along the way, Rosalind must first discover her real self before true love can flourish… All the world’s a stage... The OSC, now in its 12th year, has a national reputation through its work in Oxford and with the Historic Royal Palaces of the Tower of London, Hampton Court, Kensington and the Banqueting House, for exceptional open-air and site- specific productions.
This summer the OSC will also performing at Act in Action, www.artinaction.org.uk and at the Wildnerness Festival, Cornbury Park www.wildernessfestival.com Come shine, or rain, please give your support to our treasured but endangered open air events.
General Information Bookings: 01865 305 305 / ticketsoxford.com Wadham College: 30 June to 15th August Evenings: Mon-Sat 7.30pm £17.50* / £22.50 Matinees: Weds & Sats + 4 July & 12 and 14 August 2.30pm £12.50* / £17.50 Under 5’s Free all performances Family ticket 10% off when you buy 4 tickets (must include at least one Under 18) Groups of 10+ Please contact Emma on 07581 751 198
*Concessions: Full Time Students, Under 18s, Over 65s & Registered Disabled. ID will be required. Disabled customers may bring 1 carer free. Bookers requiring a free companion ticket please call us on 07581 751 198. (No evening performance Monday 11th August. No Matinee 13 August. Matinee 9 August 3.30 pm start)
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Oxfordshire Events Blenheim Palace
Woodstock Oxfordshire OX20 1PP. T: 0800 849 6500. Web: www.blenheimpalace.com
Jousting Tournament
Friday 1st - Sunday 3rd August: Watch the brave ‘Knights of Arkley’ battle for glory in a spectacular jousting tournament. The weekend will be packed with action and entertainment, including puppet shows, falconry displays, archery, knights on horseback charging in the traditional tilt and battling on foot with the mighty mace and quarter staff.
Blenheim Palace Sportive and Family Cycle Day
Sunday 17th August: Enjoy this exclusive opportunity to cycle around the picturesque Parkland of Blenheim Palace. Bring your family and cycle around the spectacular Lake and over the Grand Bridge, take in the scenery and fresh air, stop for a picnic and make it a day to remember. This year will also include a fantastic competitive element for more serious cyclists, with the Blenheim Palace Sportive making a return.
The Blenheim Palace Festival of Transport
Sunday 24th - Monday 25th August: Blenheim Palace offers a superb venue for the 9th annual Blenheim Palace Festival of Transport. Enjoy two days of something, with an array of Classic Cars, motorcycles, Minis, VWs, Customs, Hot Rods and Americans, Kit and Sports cars! A truly unmissable event for motoring enthusiasts. For more information on any of the events listed and to see our full calendar please visit our website www.blenheimpalace.com
Science Oxford
Oxford Centre for Innovation, New Road, Oxford, OX1 1BY. T: 01865 810000. Web: www.scienceoxford.com
Creative Computing
From 29th July, every Tuesday after that until the end of August: Science Oxford is running a five-week course for young people aged 9-11 all about making, crafting and hacking your own computer-controlled creations. A great introduction to the world of computing for budding Bill Gates’. Spaces are FREE – go to ScienceOxford.com/live for more details. Venue: North Oxford Community Centre, Oxford
The Fire Show
Thursday 14th August : The hottest ticket in Faringdon! Come to our ‘Fire Show’ where you’ll see coloured flames, burning money and fire tornadoes – as well as learning what fire is and why it’s so hot! Suitable for aged 8 and above. Shows at 11.00 and 13.30. Tickets are £4 each or £15 for a group of up to 5. Venue: Pump House, Faringdon
Saturday Science club: Bright Sparks!
Saturday 30th August: Let’s get zzzzzzzzzingy with a super-charged science club about electricity. The light’s not working in the lighthouse: can you find a material which will help the lighthouse keeper repair the wire and fix his light so the ships don’t crash into the rocks? Tickets are £7 per one adult and one child. Additional tickets are £7 each. Ages 6+. To book your places at any of these activities, visit www.scienceoxford.com/live or call us 01865 810000. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
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The Oxfordshire Museum
Park Street, Woodstock, OX20 1SN. T: 01993 811456. Web: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/oxfordshiremuseum
World of Wallace
Until Sunday 31st August: World of Wallace examines how the places where Alfred Russel Wallace lived and worked informed his discoveries and led to him developing the Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection, independently from Charles Darwin. Free Admission
Children’s Summer Holiday Activities
Family learning drop-ins: Tuesdays and Thursdays. Fun and creative activities based on the Museum’s exhibitions and collections. 2 - 4pm during school holidays, suitable for all ages. Booking not required. £2 per child. TOM Tots: Under 5s’ sessions with music, stories and rhymes. 10.30 - 11am Tuesdays during school holidays.. £1.50 per family Children’s activity backpacks: Quizzes and games to enhance your visit. Aug 5 Drop-in: Beetle About, £2. Aug 7 Drop-in: Joust in Time, £2. Aug 12 Drop-in: Butterfly Bling, £2. Aug 13 *Workshop – Hats Off, Free. Aug 14 Drop-in: Jurassic Sea, £2 Aug 19 Drop-in: Extraordinary Explorer, £2 Aug 21 Drop-in: Marvellous Masks, £2 Aug 28 Drop-in: Roman spoon people, £2 Aug 27 * Workshop - Lucky Charms, Free
Oxford Castle Unlocked
44-46 Oxford Castle, Oxford, OX1 1AY. Tel: 01865 260666 Web: www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk
Great Escapes!
Until Sunday 31st August: Uncover the funny, the frank and the downright stupid escape attempt stories at Oxford Castle Unlocked this summer.
Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards 2014 www.oxfordshirerestaurantawards.com
November 2014: After the success of the Awards in 2011 to 2013, we are looking forward to a new home for the 2014 Awards. At the time of going to press, this venue is to be confirmed. The Awards have certainly captured the imagination of the local restaurant community and this year’s Awards promise to be bigger, brighter and even more prestigious than before. So why not enter, grab a ticket and join in the fun
Robot Olympics
Oxford Brookes University Web: www.robotacademy.co.uk
Tuesday 26th or Wednesday 27th August: An awesome 1 day course of robot challenges. Students will build, program and complete challenges from Robot Football to Robot Wrestling. They will use three state of the art robotic systems. This course is a must for budding young Scientists and Engineers. To book or find out more: www.robotacademy.co.uk or ring 0784 159 3651. Price: £46.50 per student Location: Oxford Brookes University Recommended Age: 9 to 14 years
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Waterperry Gardens
Nr Wheatley, Oxford, OX33 1JZ. Open: 10am – 5pm. Tel: 01844 339254. Web: www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Orienteering Treasure Trails
Friday 1st August – Sunday 7th September: Explore the ornamental gardens using directions and Pirate themed clues to find the secret punches to complete your voyage. Then pick up a treat from the Teashop, Miss H’s. (Compass supplied) £3 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult paying garden entrance fee. Trails are suitable for 3 – 6 year olds and 7+ years. Time: 10am – 5.30pm
The Pantaloons ‘History of Britain’
Thursday 21st August: Mud, blood and stiff upper-lips! It's the History of Britain as you've never seen it before. Join the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company for a breathless race through the centuries in this delightfully inventive open-air show. This historically hysterical show is packed with songs, sketches and silliness and is suitable for all ages. No seating is provided so please bring your own picnic chairs or rugs. Tickets: £10 adult £7.50 Children Gates open 5pm performance starts 6pm
Oxford Inspires
15-16 Broad Street Oxford OX1 3AS. Tel: 01865 252885. Web: www.oxfordinspires.org Experience Oxfordshire is pleased to promote the many wonderful cultural events, shows, exhibitions and festivals that take place across the city and county. A special highlight themes this year is ‘Remembering the Great War in Oxfordshire’ and August sees some great Shakespeare productions in historic outdoor locations. Information on arts and events: www.visitoxfordandoxfordshire.org/whats-on
Oxford Philomusica International Piano Festival
27th July – 4th August: 15th year, the Oxford Philomusica International Piano Festival and Summer Academy will once again bring together the most gifted young virtuosi from across the world with leading teachers and acclaimed performers. They will contribute to a unique week of inspiring master classes and enchanting evening concerts and recitals. www.oxfordphil.com/piano
Twelfth Night, English Repertory Theatre
21st July – 5th September: Who invited Feste? Who is that girl from the shipwreck and why does everyone love her? The annual Illyrian Garden Party goes so horribly wrong with just a little help from the drunken antics of the local gentry, a large bottle of Scotch and a generous sprinkling of piety, to bring you the most hilarious results in this rollicking tale of mistaken identity and unrequited love. www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk
Macbeth, Creation Theatre Company
1st August – 13th September: As the guns of the First World War fall silent, General Macbeth and his wife mourn the death of their son. Can there ever be innocence again? Ghostly apparitions and disfigured soldiers will stalk the ground of Oxford University’s Lady Margaret Hall this summer, as The Scottish Play is re-crafted in Creation’s fast-paced and accessible style. www.creationtheatre.co.uk
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Foodies Festival
Oxford, South Parks – Saturday 23rd, Sunday 24th and Monday 25th August Foodies Festival, the UK’s largest celebration of food & drink returns to Oxford South Parks, 23rd, 24th and 25th August, for a Bank Holiday celebration of the UK’s finest produce, street food and culinary masters. This year visitors can watch MasterChef winners cooking in the Aga Rangemaster Chefs Theatre, hosted by 2013 MasterChef winner Natalie Coleman. Also appearing are BBC’s Great British Menu judge Glynn Purnell, MasterChef finalists Andrew Kojima, Saira Hamilton and Larkin Cen, food writer Xanthe Clay, Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi of The Caldesi Cookery School and TV chef Manju Malhi; all of whom will cook their signature dishes in the Chefs’ Theatre. For the adventurous, a Chilli Eating Challenge takes place at 5pm daily, where those brave, or foolish, enough are invited to try and break the current record of 13 varieties of chillis eaten in one sitting and be crowned the champion. Exciting new features for 2014 include a spectacular Chocolate, Bake and Cake Theatre, which will host top pastry chefs, chocolatiers, bakers and sugarcraft experts. This is complemented by the new Chocolate, Baking and Preserves Village, for those with a sweet tooth or for those who like it hot there is also a Chilli Market. A brand new outdoor BBQ Arena will appeal to lovers of al fresco dining. The purpose built BBQ stage will feature hourly BBQ cooking demonstrations and invite the audience to take part in BBQ challenges; meat-eating competitions and they can even learn how to make a BBQ Cake! This year visitors can enjoy a huge selection of award winning hot and cold food from around the world including hog roasts, Vietnamese buns, exotic meats, tapas, churros, burritos, Moroccan tagines, South American prime beef, Jamaican and Thai street food, all of which be enjoyed in the new Feasting Tent. Returning features this year include the popular Drinks Theatre where visitors can take a masterclass in wine, champagne, sherry, ales and cocktails with top experts. There is also plenty for the little ones to do with the Childrens’ Cookery Theatre hosting “Around the World” themed cookery classes. These workshops will help children find their taste buds and teach them basic cooking skills. Relaxation comes in the form of champagne tents and pop-up bars such as the Ibiza Chill Out Bar, where festival goers can travel to the White Isle and lounge on giant beanbags, hanging chairs and hammocks and enjoy exotic cocktails and live DJs. An entertainment stage features live music acts throughout the day until 7pm. Readers can get 2 tickets from £10 by quoting INOX241 at www.foodiesfestival.com
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Oxfordshire Kids 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!
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 bushcraft 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.
Pegasus Theatre
Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RE. Tel: 01865 812150. Booking: 01865 812150. Web: www.pegasustheatre.org.uk
South Pacific
Wednesday 27th - Saturday 30th August : Set on a gorgeous tropical island during the Second World War, South Pacific tells the tale of two parallel love stories threatened by the dangers of prejudice and war, and features such classic numbers as Some Enchanted Evening and I’m in Love with a Wonderful Guy. Tickets: £10, £8 concessions
Cornerstone Arts Centre
25 Station Road, Didcot, Oxon, OX11 7NE. Booking: 01235 515144. Web: www.cornerstone-arts.org
Once Upon a Snowflake
Sunday 28th September: Liza likes throwing snowballs and bouncing on her soft bed, even though she is told not to. One day she discovers a Winter Sprite with a strange white suitcase in her woolly pocket! Liza is plunged into a wonderful world of stories and adventure. Paper Balloon developed this show at Cornerstone with some of our very own young audience members in a special workshop. So come and see what they created! Time: 2pm Tickets: £8, £6 (concs) Ages 3+
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We have an exciting line-up of events for you in August. Please check our events page on the website: www.blackwell.co.uk Tickets are available from our Customer Service Department, Blackwell's Bookshop, 48-51 Broad Street, Oxford. Telephone: 01865 333623 We hope to see you at one of our events soon!
Monique Roffey/ House of Ashes Wednesday 13th August at 7pm. Tickets: ÂŁ3 'House of Ashes' is a powerful, evocative and important novel from the author of 'The White Woman on the Green Bicycle'. Monique will be in conversation and signing copies of her book.
John Healy/ The Grass Arena Friday 15th August at 2pm. FREE John Healy is the author of the incredible memoir, 'The Grass Arena'. He will be reading from the book and discussing his amazing story.
'All Quiet on the Western Front' Thursday 21st August at 7:30pm. Tickets: ÂŁ6 Join us and the Thame Youth Theatre for a musically accompanied reading of Remarque's classic war story.
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: £2.20, Children £1.10.
In 1818 St Martin’s church was rebuilt complete with tower. However, the church, apart from its tower, was demolished in 1896. The tower is all that remains today. Two ‘quarter boys’ who hit the bells at every quarter hour adorn the east facade of the church clock. Climb up 99 steps to get a sweeping view of Oxford’s spires. Open 10am-3pm, Admission £2.30, Children £1.20.
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
Tourist Information Centre
15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS.Tel: 01865 252037. Email: owtours@visitoxfordshire.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
Modern Art Oxford
30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP. Tel: 01865 722733. Web: www.modernartoxford.org.uk Founded in 1965, Modern Art Oxford is the South East's leading Gallery for the presentation of modern and contemporary visual art. Our programme includes exhibitions by artists from all over the world. Funded primarily by Arts Council England, all of our exhibitions are free for visitors. You can also relax in our café, purchase unique gifts in the shop, and participate in our vibrant events programme which includes talks, discussions, contemporary music and film nights.
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. Saturday 23 – Monday 25 August: Fire Fly’s Farewell. Steamdays on all weekends, & Wednesdays, and Monday 25 August.
Buscot Park & The Faringdon Collection Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 8BU. Tel: 01367 240932. (Information Line). Web: www.buscotpark.com
Family home of Lord Faringdon, who looks after the property on behalf of the National Trust, together with the family collection of pictures, furniture, ceramics and objets d'art, known as the Faringdon Collection. Includes Burne-Jones's famous series, The legend of the Briar Rose.The enchanting gardens contain the spectacular Water Garden designed by Harold Peto in 1904 for the first Lord Faringdon. See website for more details www.buscotpark.com
Oxford Official Guided Walking Tours
15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS.Tel: 01865 252037. Email: owtours@visitoxfordshire.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.
Crocodiles of the World
Burford Road, Brize Norton, Oxfordshire OX18 3NX. Tel: 01993 846353. Web: www.crocodilesoftheworld.co.uk We're the UK's only crocodile zoo with over 80 crocodiles and 12 different species. We're open weekly on Sundays between 9.00am and 4.30pm. We also have guided tours running every Saturday afternoon and other selected days, and are open for group visits and private tours.
Wychwood Brewery
Eagle Maltings, The Crofts, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 4DP. Tel: 01993 890 800. Web: www.wychwood.co.uk Hand-crafted fine beers and organic ales from the famous Oxfordshire brewer. Wychwood Brewery is an English brewery founded by Paddy Glenny in 1983, and located in the town of Witney, Oxfordshire in the United Kingdom. It is owned by Refresh UK, a subsidiary of Marstons plc.
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Further Information
The useful guide also gives you discounts on shops and restaurants and free entry into some sites. Tickets available from: Tour Drivers, Street Sales Staff, Oxford Railway Station, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Carfax Tower, Four Pillars Hotels, Oxford Tourist, Information Office, Randolph Hotel, Cotswold Lodge Hotel, Najar’s Place, YHA, St Michaels at the Northgate.
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✓ THE best way to discover Oxford easily & quickly
✓ A wide variety of languages available
✓ Historic & interesting comments with anecdotes about Oxford ✓ You are free to hop on and off when you want ✓ Tickets are valid 24h or 48h - very useful
✓ New views of main sites & colleges in Oxford
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City Sightseeing
Reviewed by Claire Suteau 12th March 2014
Yesterday, I had the chance to rediscover Oxford thanks to City Sightseeing. I had been in Oxford for a month on a secondment and always wanted to go on top of one of the lovely red buses! So on my last full day in Oxford, I went to Oxford train station to book my ticket and start my long awaited adventure. I already knew a lot about Oxford but the tour gave me views I would never see on foot and so much information about your beautiful city. There are so many fascinating sites in Oxford but knowing more about them was fantastic and what better way to do it in the glorious spring sunshine! After nearly four weeks of constant rain, I was very lucky! I sat on the top deck and chose to hear about Oxford in my own language, French, which was ‘parfait’! I followed the 9 mile tour on the map and did it twice it was so enjoyable. On the first route I stayed on board for the whole journey, listening to the historic facts and amusing comments and anecdotes about the different statues, colleges and wonderful buildings. The fifty minute tour passed very quickly. The tour guide made the whole experience fun, informative and very relaxing. For my second tour, I chose three stops to get off at, recommended to me by Jo in the City Sightseeing shop at the station. There are twenty stops in total. The first was on St Aldates to discover the majestic Christ Church and also to go to Alice’s shop where Alice, from Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, used to buy sweets. Next was stop fourteen in the heart of the city to visit The Bodleian Library and New College to see where Harry Potter was filmed. My last stop was The Ashmolean Museum, a great place for lovers of art! The Oxford City Sightseeing tour is the best way to discover and know more about Oxford and it’s great value because you can have a 24 hour or 48 hour ticket to keep jumping on and off! I wish I had hopped on earlier in my stay!
Web: www.city-sightseeing.com www.inoxford.com
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August at Blenheim Palace Enjoy a glorious and memorable Summer at Blenheim Palace. With a wide variety of events, exhibitions and entertainment available, there is something for everyone. Whether you’re enjoying a picnic in the stunning grounds, immersing yourself in the Palace’s rich history, or spending quality time with your family in the Pleasure Gardens, you’re sure to have an unforgettable time, every time. We have a broad range of exciting activities on offer over the Summer holidays, taking place in the Pleasure Gardens, our designated family area. Until 31st August, children will be able to enjoy Punch and Judy Puppet Shows, a Petting Zoo, a Circus Skills Workshop and a visit from ‘Animal Encounters’ to name a few. Make new discoveries in the vast park, whether it’s finding the various historic monuments, catching a glimpse of the boat house tucked away on the fringe of the lake, or watching the wildlife flourish. Take a stroll down to the Formal Gardens, which now boast a dazzling array of colourful and fragrant flowers, with the roses and fuchsias now in full bloom. Save 20% and upgrade to a FREE Annual Pass* For a limited time period if you pre-book advanced tickets online you will receive an amazing 20% discount! Plus when you buy one day, you get 12 months free, so you can keep coming back to explore all that there is on offer throughout 2014!* *Terms and conditions apply For more information on any of the events listed and to see a full calendar, please visit www.blenheimpalace.com
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The Good, The Bad &
The Ugly for August Each month we will provide the good folk of Oxfordshire with some invaluable advice about the world of fruit and veg. To reinforce our stunning pearls of wisdom we have sectioned this regular feature into THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY, plus some great nutritional advice from the lovely Helen! What more could you ask for? ‘Sun?’ We're greengrocers, not miracle workers but we appear to be having some impact! Have a nice month.
THE GOOD - All sorts
Cabbage – Local produce supplied form WG Gibbons & Sons. Aubergines – at their best and cheapest, until the end of September – Silky textured, glossy and elegant, try brushed with oil and grilled. Apricots, Nectarines and Peaches are at the top of their game. Beetroot - try adding purée cooked beetroot to the batter before baking. Chantenay carrots, Blueberries – Superfood, sweet. Fennel – underrated summer vegetable. Lettuce – Summer lettuces are full of flavour during the long summer months. Crunchy little gem, crispy iceberg and sweet romaine hearts. Peas – need nothing more than boiling water. Samphire – is at its best this time of year. Raspberries – Still a great treasure of the British summer. Cabbage, Cauli and Broccoli still good from Gibbons.
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THE BAD - bits and bobs
Main Crop potatoes are at the end of their regular season. Jersey Royal Potatoes have a very short season and the supply is running low – this results in an increase in the price. Cherries – Short Season. Make the most of this succulent produce now. English produce coming to the end of its very short season. Rectory Farm (local) strawberries are approaching the end of their prestige stage. English strawberries are of course still available and the supply remains strong. Mushrooms are currently displaying signs of feathering on the caps. We are currently experiencing episodes of this and are keeping a check on things.
THE UGLY - It’s Summer
We are still in the throes of the summer period at the moment – and very nice it is too. Parsnip and Swede are still proving to be tough cookies in the vegetable trade.
Nutritional Advice with Helen Money
Raspberries Raspberries are very low in calories, just 50 kcal for a 200g punnet plus British raspberries are so sweet they don't need any added sugar. Raspberries are a good source of vitamin C which will help ward off summer colds and support collagen in the skin. Apricots Apricots are a good source of Vitamin A which supports the immune system and keeps eyes and skin healthy. Apricots are lovely eaten raw or stewed. They can be added to yogurt and muesli for a healthy breakfast. Tom Kime is an excellent chef whose recipes excite the taste buds by including hot, sour, salty and sweet flavours all in one dish. I often make a version of his Spice Roasted Fruits recipe using nectarines and apricots and just one tablespoon of honey. http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/3300/spice-roasted-fruits-with-honey-and-orange-sauce.
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Oxfordshire Theatre Oxford Playhouse
Oxford Playhouse 11 - 12 Beaumont Street Oxford OX1 2LW. Box Office: 01865 305305. Web: www.oxfordplayhouse.com
Charlie and Lola's Extremely New Play
Thursday 21st - Saturday 23rd August: Join a magical journey through the seasons, as Charlie and Lola discover that everything is different and not the same. Playful, funny and full of surprises, this extremely new play about friendship and adventures is a treat for everyone.
The North Wall Arts Centre
South Parade, Oxford, OX2 7JN. Booking: 01865 319450. Web: www.thenorthwall.org
The Tiger Lillies
Friday 12th September: onjuring up the macabre magic of pre-war Berlin cabaret, echoing the voices of Bertolt Brecht and Jacques Brel, the band performs a savage fusion of anarchic opera and gypsy music. The Tiger Lillies continue to shock, amuse and entertain with their postmodern vaudeville way performances. Time: 8pm
Cornerstone Arts Centre
Osney Lock Boathouse, Osney Lock, Bridge Street, Oxford, OX2 0AX. Box Office: 01865 244 806. Web: www.musicatoxford.com
Rory McGrath and Philip Pope
Friday 12th Sepember: Bridge Over Troubled Lager. After their hit dadrock album Dark Side of the Moob, Rory and Philip return to touring with an evening of sophisticated comedy and song. Expect wit, elegance and clever musical pastiche (but don't worry, there's also silliness and filth). This is the show where music and comedy meet, have a few drinks, fight, then stagger home singing hits from the 60s. Something to offend everybody. Time: 8pm Tickets: £13, £11.50(concs)
Creation Theatre Company
Lady Margaret Hall, Norham Gardens, Oxford, OX2 6QA Web: www.creationtheatre.co.uk
Macbeth
Friday 1st August – Saturday 13th September: Ghostly apparitions and disfigured soldiers will stalk the grounds of Oxford University’s Lady Margaret Hall this summer, as The Scottish Play is re-crafted in Creation’s fast-paced and accessible style. Tickets £27, £22, £16.50. Most performances 7:30pm Tuesday-Saturday.
The Old Fire Station
40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQ. Tel: 01865 263980. Web: www.oldfirestation.org.uk
The Fever
Thursday 31st July & Friday 1st August: A traveller, lying on the bathroom floor of a cheap hotel somewhere far away from home. Outside, civil war rages. Inside, a candle burns low, a fever takes hold, and for the first time, the traveller must confront the big questions she’s spent her life trying to ignore. What is the impact her life has had on the world? Tickets: £12/£9 from Tickets Oxford – www.ticketsoxford.com / 01865 305305 or on the door Time: 7.30pm
Bicycles on Broadstreet with Mark Denton
Friday 5th and Saturday 6th September: Dancers, directors and writers! Have a project you’re working on a want some feedback? Audiences of Oxford! Want to see new work from Oxfordshire and the regions dancers and give your opinion? Then come to this month’s dance Scratch Night. Contact info@oldfirestation.org.uk if you have any idea you’d like to try out. Tickets: £5 from Tickets Oxford – www.ticketsoxford.com / 01865 305305 or on the door Time: 7.30pm
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Macbeth
By William Shakespeare The Gardens, Lady Margaret Hall 1st August – 13th September
A political thriller and a horror story. Fast paced, unrelenting, absorbing. Following last year’s acclaimed summer production of Henry V, Creation Theatre Company returns with a new production of Shakespeare’s most violent play. As the guns of the First World War fall silent General Macbeth and his wife mourn the death of their son. Is this the dawning of a new age? Can there ever be innocence again? Ghostly apparitions and disfigured soldiers will stalk the ground of Oxford University’s Lady Margaret Hall this summer, as The Scottish Play is recrafted in Creation’s fast-paced and accessible style. It wouldn’t be a Creation show without some delicious food; dine in style with one of Lady Margaret Hall’s sumptuous picnic hampers, available for four or six people. Hampers must be ordered in advance through Creation on 01865 766 266. The show runs from 1 August to 13 September, and will take place in the gardens of Lady Margaret Hall, a ten minute walk from the Tourist Information Centre.* Tickets are available online at www.creationtheatre.co.uk, by calling the Box Office on 01865 766266 or through Oxford’s Tourist Information Centre on Broad Street. Premium: £27 (the best seats, a drink and a programme) Standard: £22 Fair weather: £16.50 All premium and standard tickets are weatherproof. Special discounts for groups of 10+ are available. Suitable for ages 11+. Box Office: 01865 766266
www.creationtheatre.co.uk “Creation Theatre Company’s performances always hit the mark” The Guardian “a bright and entertaining production, with the accessibility for which Creation has been justly famed over 17 years” Henry V 2013, The Oxford Times – 5 Stars
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Twelfth Night
Celebrating 450 years since the birth of the Bard and to launch a long awaited annual repertory season of popular plays by English playwrights, Oxford Castle Quarter will host Twelfth Night in an unprecedented co-production with the English Repertory Theatre, to be presented open air on the Castle Mound directed by Gavin Davis from July until September this year. With the new space, holding up to 500 audience members, set within the Castle complex with the huge Oxford Castle mound forming the backdrop of Illyria, Twelfth Night leaves it’s traditional Christmas slot and jumps with a huge splash into the Summer Fete hosted by the local dignitaries. Set on the Cornish coast at Orsino’s stately home, this vivid, outrageous comedy grabs identical twins from the sea to turn them loose on society with designs on marrying well, disguises sea captains as fools, finds love, drunkenness, debauchery and the return of the conga to the ballroom. Whilst never losing sight of the glorious verse be warned, if you sit in the front row you will get wet. If audiences do not know the play, or are concerned with not understanding old Elizabethan verse, be not afraid; the play promises to serve up a historical comedy for a contemporary audience, with a refreshing modern delivery. With the huge support of Oxford Unlocked, the Visit Oxford, Oxford Castle and Malmaison; audiences are invited to join a cast of extraordinary characters at Oxford Castle in this fast paced comedy that promises to be the beginning of a new popular cultural hub in Oxford, and that brings to life the glorious historical buildings to promote our unmatched, proud dramatic heritage for local people and tourists from all over the world as well as help the local businesses of Oxford. An ensemble of just 10 actors from this pioneering repertory company take the audience through this dazzling adventure comedy which is family friendly and accessible to all ages. They do not have any grant funding – they are successful actors, making classical theatre utterly enjoyable and exciting for every possible member of the audience. Finally, British Theatre that you want to see.
Web: www.englishrep.com www.inoxford.com
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Oxfordshire Cinema August 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
Sin City: A Dame to Kill For Co-directors Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller reunite to bring Miller's visually stunning "Sin City" graphic novels back to the screen in "Sin City: A Day to Kill For." Weaving together two of Miller's classic stories with new tales, the town's most hard boiled citizens cross paths with some of its more notorious inhabitants.
Lucy From "La Femme Nikita" and "The Professional" to "The Fifth Element," writer/director Luc Besson has created some of the toughest, most memorable female action heroes in cinematic history. Now, Besson directs Scarlett Johansson in "Lucy," an action-thriller that tracks a woman accidentally caught in a dark deal who turns the tables on her captors and transforms into a merciless warrior evolved beyond human logic.
The Expendables 3 Barney, Christmas and the rest of the team comes face-to-face with Conrad Stonebanks, who years ago co-founded The Expendables with Barney. Stonebanks subsequently became a ruthless arms trader and someone who Barney was forced to kill… or so he thought. Stonebanks, who eluded death once before, now is making it his mission to end The Expendables -- but Barney has other plans.
Guardians of the Galaxy Peter Quill finds himself the object of an unrelenting bounty hunt after stealing a mysterious orb coveted by Ronan, a powerful villain with ambitions that threaten the entire universe. To evade the ever-persistent Ronan, Quill is forced into an uneasy truce with a quartet of disparate misfits—Rocket, a gun-toting raccoon, Groot, a tree-like humanoid, the deadly and enigmatic Gamora and the revenge-driven Drax the Destroyer.
The Rover 10 years after a global economic collapse, a hardened loner pursues the men who stole his only possession, his car. Along the way, he captures one of the thieves' brother, and the duo form an uneasy bond during the dangerous journey.
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Oxfordshire Music Oxford Philomusica
Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, Egrove Park, Oxford OX1 5NY. Tel: 01865 980 980. Web: www.oxfordphil.com E-mail: info@oxfordphil.com
Piano Festival and Summer Academy
27th July - 4th August : ‘Oxford’s masterclasses turn piano lessons into performance art’ New York Times. Daily masterclasses, piano recitals and orchestral concerts. Various venues around central Oxford. 2013 visiting artists: Janina Fialkowska, Philip Fowke, Horacio Gutiérrez, Niel Immelman, Vadym Kholodenko, Stephen Kovacevich, John Lill, Marios Papadopoulos, Menahem Pressler, Ferenc Rados, Staffan Scheja, Dame Fanny Waterman
Piano Festival and Summer Academy 2014
Friday 1st August: Participants Recital The participants of our annual Summer Academy take to the stage with fresh advice from the world’s most esteemed pianists echoing in their ears. This showcase of outstanding pianistic skill never fails to amaze so be sure not to miss it. Venue: Jacqueline du Pré Music Building, Time: 8pm, Tickets: £12.
Piano Festival and Summer Academy 2014
Sunday 3rd August : Menahem Pressler and Oxford Philomusica MOZART Piano Concerto No. 23 in A major, K. 488, Requiem in D minor, K. 626, Menahem Pressler piano, Julia Kogan soprano, Katie Bray mezzo soprano, James Edwards tenor, Quentin Hayes bass, Echoris choir, Marios Papadopoulos conductor, Supported by a sponsor who wishes to remain anonymous. Venue: Sheldonian Theatre, Time: 8pm Tickets: £40 £28 £18 £10.
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.
August 3: Tippett String Quartet Mozart String Quartet in B Flat “Hunt”, Dvorak String Quartet “American” August 10: John Myerscough (cello) Bach Suite no.1 and 6 August 17: Carducci String Quartet String Quartet op.59 no.2, Shostakovich String Quartet no.4 August 24: Viv Mclean piano Beethoven “Moonlight” Piano Sonata, Beethoven Waldstien Piano Sonata August 31: Benjamin Baker (violin), Petr Limonov (piano) Paganini Caprices, Chausson Poeme, Prokofiev Sonata no.2
£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
City Of Oxford Orchestra
Tel: 01865 744457. Web: www.cityofoxfordorchestra.co.uk E-mail: info@cityofoxfordorchestra.co.uk
Summer Classics
Saturday 30th August: An evening of sheer musical bliss from some of the the best composers ever. COO's superb Flute Quartet present a musical journey from Bach to Schubert in the sublime acoustics of Exeter College Chapel. 'As an audience, we were utterly spellbound.' Cantabile. Don't miss this musical treat. Venue: Exeter College Chapel, Time: 8pm Tickets: £18 City of Oxford Orchestra 01865 744457 Oxford Playhouse: 01865 305305
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Summer Classics
Saturday 30th August 8.00pm EXETER COLLEGE CHAPEL MOZART Flute Quartet in D
SCHUBERT
Sonata in B flat
Oxford’s professional Orchestra
HAYDN
Flute Quartet in G
BACH
Cello Suite No. 1
Graham Mayger Flute John Mills Violin Tim Grant Viola Peter Adams Cello
Tickets £18 01865 744457 / 305305
The Oxford Early Music Festival
Tickets from The Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street Tel: 01865-305305
Charivari Agréable's ‘Early Music by Candlelight’ Summer Festival:
Fri 1 Aug: Hanoverian Tercentenary Tue 5 Aug: Marry my Daughter! Wed 6 Aug: Ravish'd by Magic Fri 8 Aug: Avanti l'Opera Sun 10 Aug: Heavenly Concord Tue 12 Aug: Le Concert des Nations Wed 13 Aug: Marry my Daughter! Fri 15 Aug: Ravish'd by Magic Sun 17 Aug: Hanoverian Tercentenary
Orchestra of St John’s Email: orchestra@osj.org.uk Web: www.osj.org.uk
OSJ Proms at the Ashmolean
Sunday 3rd August: A programme of folk songs and jazz. Derek Paravicini Jazz Quartet, Derek Paravicini: Piano, Hannah Davey: Singer, Ben Holder: Violin, Ollie Howell: Drums. OSJ Ashmolean Voices. Doors open at 6.30pm Venue: Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, OX1 2PH Ticket prices: £25 Chair / £10 bring your own cushion Booking phone: 0845 680 1926 In Person: Blackwell’s Music, 53 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3BQ Oxford Playhouse – www.TicketsOxford.com – 01865 305305
Music in the Abbey September 2014
Tuesday 9th: Jan Schmolck violin with Francis Angell. Elgar, Saint-Saens, Mendelssohn. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £15
Wednesday 10th: Maki Sekiya and Ilya Chetverikov piano. Schubert, Skryabin, Debussy, Ravel Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £15
Wednesday 10th: Derek Paravicini Jazz Quartet. Piano Derek Paravicini Singer Hannah Davey. Violin Ben Holder Drums Ollie Howell. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £15 For more please see: WWW.OSJ.ORG.UK
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Oxfordshire Art & Antiques 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.
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.
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. Midweek 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
Barbara Kruger
Until 31th August: Modern Art Oxford presents a monumental solo exhibition of new and recent work by internationally acclaimed artist, Barbara Kruger. The exhibition will comprise a site-specific architectural wrap of Modern Art Oxford's iconic Upper gallery, alongside an installation of classic 1980s paste-up works and a major film presentation in the John Piper Gallery.
Modern Artists Gallery
High St.Whitchurch on Thames, Oxon, RG8 7EX. Tel: 0118 984 5893. Web: www.modernartistsgallery.com Exhibition throughout August 2014. Ashley Hanson City of Glass Series 2 New Paintings To include: Alice Cescatti, Colin Brown, Paula Zimmermann Phone first before setting out during August. Own Art Representative 0% APR Image: Ashley Hanson City of Glass Triptych
Gallery at the Old Fire Station
40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQ. Tel: 01865 263980. Web: www.oldfirestation.org.uk Opening times: Tue – Sat, 10am-5pm
Making Tracks
Friday 18th July – Saturday 16th August: Making Tracks is a collaborative exhibition created by Junction 40 (a collective of people who have experienced homelessness) which explores the concept of emotional and physical journeys. The result will be works that express the ideas of destination, transformation, meetings and reconstruction. Opening Times: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm
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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 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.
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
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.
www.antiquesonhigh.co.uk
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www.wisegal.com Tel: 01865 515123. 40/41 South Parade, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7JL. www.inoxford.com
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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 Centre of Excellence 2010 - 2012, and a member of Quality English.
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.
Our Lady’s Abingdon
Radley Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3PS. Tel: 01235 524658. Web: www.olab.org.uk Our Lady's Abingdon has a committed approach to partnership between school, pupil and parents. We offer opportunities to enjoy success in a range of different areas.
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 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 Manor Hotel
The Manor at Weston-on-the-Green, Oxfordshire, OX25 3QL. Tel: 1869 350621. www.themanorweston.com The Manor at Weston-on-the-Green nestles in the heart of the Cotswolds. Proud of its 900-year-old history, the Manor is today a country house hotel, opening its doors to guests who seek a truly relaxed escape, with fine food, fine wine and beautiful, fascinating surroundings.We invite you to treat our hotel as your home: we do not stand on ceremony here. Explore our house and gardens, take a dip in the pool or a walk in the grounds. Our doors are open and we invite you in. Welcome to the Manor at Weston-on-the-Green.
River Hotel
Botley Road, Oxford, OX2 0AA. Tel: (01865) 243475. Guests: 249756. Fax: 724306. Web: www.riverhotel.co.uk Email: reception@riverhotel.co.uk • 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 usual hotel bedroom facilities • 24-hour access, free on-site car-park and wi-fi for residents • Sat Nav, via Mill street, first lane on right - OX2 0AJ • On A420, 1 mile to A34 ring road, west exit at Seacourt interchange • Easy walk to City, Colleges. Conference centres and venues • VisitBritain ** metro grading, breakfast table service, residents bar ‘Large enough to be comfortable, small enough to be friendly’
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.
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.
Burlington House Hotel
374 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 7PP. Tel: 01865 513 513. Web: www.burlington-hotel-oxford.co.uk Nestling in leafy Oxford, a short bus ride away from the bustling City Centre, Burlington House offers high quality and peaceful luxury bed & breakfast accommodation to Oxford’s many visitors. Burlington Guest House has been consistently awarded the highest accommodation rating and is now Five Stars Highly Commended under the new AA scheme. Burlington House has been recommended by both the Which? Guide to Good Hotels and its sister publication, the Which? Guide to Good Bed & Breakfasts.
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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.
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.
Malmaison
3 New Rd, Oxford OX1 1AY. Tel: 0844 693 0659. Web: www.malmaison.com/locations/oxford Tired of doing hard time in run-of-the-mill hotels? Well, this time you're going to the slammer in style, at the former gaol now known as Malmaison Oxford. You're not going to be behind bars though: you're going to be sipping the coolest cocktails in the free world at MALBAR. And don't worry about doing porridge. Mal Brasserie serves an eclectic mix of classic dishes with a twist, from freshly caught fish to the famous Mal Burger.
Vanburgh House Hotel
20-24 St Michael’s Street, Oxford, OX1 2EB. Tel: 01865 244 622. Web: www.vanbrughhousehotel.co.uk Vanbrugh House Hotel gives a unique guest experience. With 22 individual bedrooms and suites of contemporary design, it offers comfort and style. Featuring English hand crafted furniture, eclectic fixtures and fittings, whilst being set in an historic building. There are echoes of the hotels own 18th century heritage in the combination of highly-polished service and homeliness. To stay in Vanbrugh House is to live in the heart of Oxford past and present.
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Oxfordshire Accommodation 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.
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.
Fallowfields Country House Hotel Faringdon Rd, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 5BH. Tel: 01865 820416. Web: www.fallowfields.com
Fallowfields is one of the leading boutique hotels in Oxfordshire. Our fine dining restaurant is outstanding. Guests come here for wonderful food, bedrooms and calm, tranquil surroundings. “Boutique hotels in Oxfordshire don’t get much better than this”
The Oxford Hotel
Godstow Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8AL Tel: 01865 489 988 Web: www.pumahotels.co.uk/hotels/the-oxford-hotel With great transport links into Oxford, The Oxford Hotel is the ideal place to stay when exploring Oxford and the surrounding area. Features: Free WiFi, 168 bedrooms, Easily accessible from M40, Health Club with swimming pool, Close to Blenheim Palace, Conference facilities, AA Rosette restaurant, Free car park, Beauty rooms, 2 miles from city centre.
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.
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.
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Oxfordshire Shopping Shop at the Old Fire Station
Gloucester Green, Oxford, OX1 2AQ. Web: www.oldfirestation.org.uk Tel: 01865 263980 Opening Times: Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm The Shop is changing! We’ll be the Shop you know and love until 15th August. We’re then closing for a shake up and brand-spanking new look and opening again on the 9th September. We’ll still be showcasing the best creative talent that Oxfordshire and the UK has to offer, but with a fresh perspective, an exciting array of new designers and growing programme of workshops and events. Sounds good, right?
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.
Bicester Village
50 Pingle Dr, Bicester OX26 6WD. Tel: 01869 366266. Web: www.bicestervillage.com Discover a relaxed shopping haven in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside, where spacious boutiques showcase the world's leading fashion and lifestyle brands. Quality, attention to detail and five-star service are hallmarks of the Bicester Village shopping experience.
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Oxford Philomusica Piano Festival Thursday 31 July Sheldonian Theatre, 8pm
Stephen Kovacevich Chamber Concert Schubert Piano Sonata No. 20 Mozart Piano Quartet, K.493 Yuri Zhislin violin, Jon Thorne viola, Peter Adams cello
Saturday 2 August Christ Church Cathedral, 8pm
John Lill Piano Recital Mozart Piano Sonata, K. 576 Schumann Fantasie, Op. 17 Brahms Rhapsodies, Op. 79 Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 21, ‘Waldstein’
Sunday 3 August Sheldonian Theatre, 8pm
Mozart Requiem Mozart Piano Concerto No. 23 Echoris choir
Menahem Pressler piano
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Oxfordshire Restaurants Asian
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. Shanghai 30’s is the perfect place for a romantic meal or a private function in Oxford city centre.
Rice Box
178 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1UE. Tel: 01865 202138. Web: www.riceboxrestaurant.co.uk Located perfectly in amongst the hustle and bustle of Cowley Road, Rice Box is the place to go to if you want quick service, delicious food and a welcoming smile. Rice Box has a wide selection of dishes, including Chinese, Malaysian, Japanese and Thai.
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.
Gurkha Village
174 Oxford Road OX5 1EA Kidlington. Tel: 01865 378180 / 01865 608572. Web: www.gurkhavillagekidlington.co.uk Gurkha Village is the modern Nepalese Restaurant and Bar with picturesque enclosed beer garden. Our Restaurant is fully fledged dining and drinking institution with first class reputation for gastronomy and hospitality. Our talented chefs mainly use locally sourced fresh quality ingredients to create a memorable authentic Nepalese and Indian food.
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.
Tree Hotel in Iffley
63 Church Way, Iffley Village, OX4 4EY. Tel: 01865 775974. Web: www.treehotel.co.uk. The Award-winning Tree Hotel at Iffley is a charming pub restaurant with specialist European and Indian head chefs, championing wonderful food from around the world using the freshest ingredients, with excellent service and a warm and welcoming atmosphere
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.
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The Rose Tree
81 London Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9AA. Tel: 01865 741 888. Web: www.therosetreerestaurant.com At the Rose Tree Restaurant, we are committed to bring you the best of PanAsian cuisine. We offer a variety of Asian menu from traditional to fusion style including Japanese,Thai and Chinese.With a passion for creativity and fresh, unique tastes. We are committed to create a fun place where you can celebrate with great food and top-notch service at a reasonable price.
Yeti Nepalese Restaurant
237 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1XG. Tel: 01865 295959. Web: www.yetinepalese.co.uk Yeti is your local dine out culinary venue in Oxford, where you will have fantastic atmosphere and great food. We endeavour to offer wide and varied choices of the best Nepalese cuisines as well as classic Indian dishes. Traditional cuisines created in a contemporary manner with emphasis on healthy eating. Winner of the Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards 2013 Asian Category.
Aziz
228-230 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1UH. Tel: 01865 794945. Web: www.aziz.uk.com With our restaurant we have created and ambiance that will make you feel relaxed and welcomed and with our award winning team from the front of house staff to our award winning chefs who will offer you a great dinning experience.
Qumins
86 St Clement's St, Oxford OX4 1AR. Tel: 01865 247093. Web: www.qumins.co.uk Located in the heart of St.Clement's, East Oxford's chic and stylish restaurant quarter, Qumins offers an exciting new experience in fine Indian cuisine. Bringing together traditional techniques with modern sophistication, our head chef and his team invite you to try our varied and innovative menu.
Aziz Express
Ozone Leisure and Entertainment Park, Grenoble Road, OX4 4XP Oxford, Oxfordshire Tel: 01865 395870 Web: www.azizexpress.co.uk Our Express Restaurant offers both Buffet & A la carte menu. Located @ Ozone Leisure and Entertainment Park, with lots to do even before you decided to dine with us such as bowling, cinema, and bingo and lots more! We are adjacent to the home of Oxford United, the Kassam stadium.'
Contemporary The Broad Face
30-32 Bridge St, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 3HR. Tel: 01235 537775. Web: www.thebroadface.co.uk Recently refurbished to a high standard in the heart of Abingdon, The Broad Face serves freshly prepared, seasonal food using local produce, cooked to order. First class cuisine and an excellent selection of wines. Make sure you visit what is widely regarded as one of Oxfordshire’s finest restaurants.
Oxford Blue
32 Marston Street, Oxford, OX4 1JU. Tel: 01865 460215. Web: www.theoxfordblue.com We have just finished renovating this delightful building into a stylish pub offering an exciting food paired to beers and wines dining concept. Mark Bradbury has created an eclectic menu of authentic dishes using the very best of local and seasonal ingredients. Chris Murray has matched some really interesting beers and wines to go with the food to make it easier for you to choose.
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Oxfordshire Restaurants 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. Our Head Chef, Matt Weedon last year was number 45 in the Sunday Times top 100'Restaurants Awards and, previously gained a Michelin star at Glrnnap Castle and Lords of the Manor. 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.
Browns Bar & Brasserie
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.
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 wood burning 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.
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.
Jericho Tavern
56 Walton Street, Jericho, Oxford, OX2 6AE. Tel: 01865 311 775. Web: www.thejerichooxford.co.uk Just outside the old city gates in Oxford's historic suburb, you'll find The Jericho Tavern, a bastion of beautiful beers damn fine pub food and upcoming musical talent - so our learned patrons tell us. Join us for Great British pub-food, The Jericho way. Modern classics and seasonal dishes made with carefully sourced ingredients, cooked to order and served simply.
The Oxford Hotel
Godstow Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8AL. Tel: 01865 489 988. Web: www.pumahotels.co.uk Our modern and colourful Medio restaurant has been designed to cater for couples, families and large groups. The friendly evening ambiance sets a relaxing mood to enjoy the fresh, seasonal and varied cuisine. Unwind and relax in the comfortable Medio bar for a pre or post-dinner drink. Free parking and only 2 miles from the City centre.
Turl Street Kitchen
16 Turl St, Oxford OX1 3DH. Tel: 01865 264171. Web: www.turlstreetkitchen.co.uk Open early ’til late, Turl Street Kitchen offers relaxed eating and drinking with a focus on great local produce and independent drinks makers. Drop in and see us for breakfast or coffee, stay for lunch, dinner or drinks.
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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 Anchor
2 Hayfield Rd, Oxford OX2 6TT Tel: 01865 510282 Web: www.theanchoroxford.com The Anchor is a pub and dining room in the heart of Oxford's Jericho serving simple, honest food. We have daily changing seasonal specials, Wadworth beers and a great wine selection.
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.
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The Big Bang
42 Oxford Castle Quarter, Oxford, OX1 1AY. Tel: 01865 249 413. Web: www.thebigbangrestaurants.co.uk The Big Bang is the true gastronomic experience of Great Britain; classic favourites done with a bit of style. We source almost everything from within 20 miles of the city and in doing so, we allow you to taste the authentic flavours of Oxford, not a chain restaurant version of it. We also throw in the best of our art, of local live music, all served up in the prettiest corner of town, the Oxford Castle Quarter.
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. 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.
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Café Coco
23 Cowley Rd, Oxford, OX4 1HP. Tel: 01865 200232. Web: www.cafe-coco.co.uk Winner Observer Food Awards “Best for kids” in the Southeast. Café Coco has been winning awards and gaining notices for the past twenty two years. it is renowned for sharp yet friendly service, interesting music and a great atmosphere. Considered the finest cappuccino in Oxford. Superb pizzas, fresh fish daily, smoothies, mint presse, brownies and banoffee pie.
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Oxfordshire Restaurants 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.
Cafe Loco
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.
Crisis Skylight Cafe 40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQ. Tel: 01865 263 972.
The Oxford Skylight Café is open to the public daily from 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday. It serves freshly ground coffees, teas and cakes as well as a range of home cooked food prepared from fresh, local produce. There are daily specials (including a vegetarian option) a range of sandwiches, hot pannini's, baked potatoes, fresh salads and the famous fireman's breakfast served all day!
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.
Chariots and Cherry Pie
Route 420, Buckland, Faringdon, Oxon. SN7 8PY (Beside BP garage on A420) Tel: 0333 121 0066 www.chariotsandcherrypie.co.uk Taking inspiration from the fun and fearlessness of 1950s, when America’s love affair with cool cars and fabulous food was in full swing, Chariots and Cherry Pie is the ONLY place where you can shine, dine and unwind in one location.
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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!
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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, freshly- prepared and authentic Spanish tapas dishes. Open: Mon to Thur 12am-3pm & 5pm till late, Fri-Sun 12pm till late.
Kazbar
25-27 Cowley Rd, Oxford OX4 1HP. Tel: 01865 202920. Web: www.kazbar.co.uk “One of the best tapas bars in Britain” The Observer. “ The range of high quality tapas should be enough to suit most tastes” The Guardian. “Chilled, cheerful, unique.”The Independant. The Kazbar is a tantalizing café-bar with a Moroccan interior, serving Spanish and North African cuisine.
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The White Hart
Main Road, Fyfield, Abingdon, Oxon, OX13 5LW. Tel: 01865 390 585. Web: www.whitehart-fyfield.com Where you can enjoy award-winning food, fine wines and local real ales, under the soaring eaves of of a 15th Century Chantry House. The White Hart has held two rosettes for culinary excellence for 4 years running but is still somewhere you can stop and have a pint of real ale after a hard days work.
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.
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.
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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Our Drinks
Pear & Cardoman Sidecar (Brandy, Cointreau, Lemon with cardamom seeds) £6.50 (£5 before 9pm. Jack in the Box (Pear brandy and apple schnapps with lemon juice, pineapple juice and bitters) £6.50 (£5 before 9pm. Yokohama Romance (Brandy, cherry brandy, lime and passion fruit) £7 or £5.50 before 9pm). Corpse Reviver No. 2 (Gin, Cointreau, vermouth, lemon and absinthe) £7 or £5.50 before 9pm). Tiramisu (Espresso, Kahlua, Mozart white & dark chocolate liqueurs) £6.50 (£5 before 9pm.)
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✓ It’s all about the cocktails! Every one of them was delicious
✓ Menu is short enough to read but diverse enough to surprise you ✓ Just ask and the bartender will create a new drink for you!
✓ Service was really friendly, very knowledgeable and attentive ✓ Happy ‘hour’ is 4.30 to 9pm every day of the week ✓ Free peanuts!
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Bar Review:
Angels Cocktail Bar
Reviewed by John Hobart Saturday 24th May.
Oxford offers a choice of venues where you can sip a cocktail - from hotels to restaurants and clubs to bars. The challenge is to be something special, and Angels succeeds with a menu of vintage classics and modern creations served with the glamour of the silver screen. Located on trendy Little Clarendon Street, a short walk from the city centre, Angels immediately feels a bit different. As you step in you are greeted by a member of staff on the door and Bette Davies, Katharine Hepburn and Greta Garbo on the walls, while the polished red bar and gilt-framed mirrors give a sense of timeless glamour. When a space is comfortable with itself, it is easy to relax within it. This was evident from the range of people there at 6pm on a Saturday with younger and older couples on dates or having pre-dinner drinks and groups of friends of all ages meeting and laughing. The bar had a great feel to it, friendly and relaxed with everyone there to enjoy the moment. The cocktail menu is not overly-long, but is guaranteed to have something different and the staff are great at giving advice! There are the classics that you’ll recognize (Cosmopolitan, Mojito, Daiquiris and Sours), but alongside them are Vintage cocktails and Angels Lab. The Vintage section offers cocktails rediscovered from old books or films, like the Yokohama Romance from the Romance nightclub in Japan where brandy, cherry brandy, lime and passion fruit are combined in a martini glass to create a rich fruity concoction, or the more delicate than expected Corpse Reviver of gin, Cointreau, vermouth, lemon and absinthe. The Angels Lab showcases the mixing skills of the bar team who love creating new drinks for customers and adding them to their repertoire and, for the most popular, to the menu. New favourites include the Pear and Cardamom sidecar – muddled cardamom seeds shaken with Xante pear brandy, Cointreau and lemon giving a subtly spiced cocktail with an exotic undertone – and the now famous Tiramisu, which tastes like the dessert in a glass with layers of espresso, Kahlua and Mozart white & dark chocolate liqueurs. In addition to serving drinks Angels offers afternoon classes in how to make them, and a venue you can hire for private parties. For Angels it is all about the customer enjoying themselves, and that means they are flexible, creative, friendly, and well worth visiting! Little Clarendon St, Oxford, OX1 2HS Tel: 01865 554224 Web: www.angelsbar.co.uk www.inoxford.com
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Oxfordshire Health & Beauty Monica Franke Osteopathy & Pilates Tel: 07970 119721. E-mail: mfranke.osteo@googlemail.com Web: www.monicafranke.com www.frankeosteopathy.tumblr.com
With clinics in Bletchingdon, Abingdon and central Oxford, Monica Franke offers expertise in general osteopathy, sports osteopathy and Pilates, emphasising high standards of communication, diagnosis and treatment. She is recently joined by two associates, Ben Ousey and Angela Power who also offer particular areas of expertise, including sports injuries, cranial osteopathy and mom’s and babies. Franke Osteopathy practitioners enjoy helping people to understand the origin of their aches and strains, and helping them to more pain-free function.
Bare UK
Boars Hill, Oxford, with private parking. Tel: 07773 764817. Web: www.bareuk.co.uk Have you got unwanted hair, leaving you feeling distressed? Well you don’t need to panic any longer, here at Bare UK we specialise in the revolutionary hair reduction method ‘Intense Pulse Light’, a form of laser treatment, designed to remove unwanted hair, so you can now say goodbye to waxing, and hello to smooth skin. After a few treatments with our high grade IPL system you will begin to notice a difference. So visit us at Bare UK today and get rid of those unwanted hairs. Visit www.bareuk.co.uk for further information, or to find out about other treatments.
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, Microdermabrasion, Non Surgical face lifts, and much more. Open: Monday to Saturday.
Spirit Health Club
Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 8JD. Tel: 01865 888444. Web: www.spirithealthclubs.co.uk Feel comfortable and at ease here with a great, social atmosphere and friendly staff as committed to your long term goals as you are. Whether it’s fitness, relaxation or wellbeing, we’ll help you find your true Spirit. See more on our website www.spirithealthclubs.co.uk
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.
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Leisure Club and Spa at The Randolph Hotel Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2LNTel: 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.
Wing Chun Dynamics
Cutteslowe Community Centre, 31 Wren Road, Oxford, OX2 7SX Tel: 07974 217 232 Web: www.wingchundynamics.org Martial arts classes with Wing Chun Dynamics - the culmination of over thirty years of martial arts training and experience by it’s founder and master, Sifu David Taylor. Wing Chun is a logical, scientific, yet simple Chinese martial art system, which was developed for practical and effective self-defence.
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
Oxford Brookes University, 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.
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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Oxfordshire Sports Oxford University Rugby Football Club Jackdaw Lane, Iffley Road, Oxford OX4 1SR. Tel: 01865 432000. Web: www.ourfc.org.uk
All matches take place at the Iffley Road Stadium. For further details please visit our website, www.ourfc.org or email ourfc@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
Get Behind The U’s! Save money by booking your tickets before the day of the game.
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.
North Oxford Lawn Tennis Club
546 Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 8EQ Tel: 01865 513560. Web: www.noltc.co.uk
North Oxford tennis club is run by a committee of members for the benefit of its members. We offer our members a range of facilities and events including a varied programme of social tennis and tournaments, an active programme of junior coaching and events, and competitive league team tennis.
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Fitness Article:
Oxford runners to experience Bannister Mile 60 years after feat
Runners in this year’s Vitality Oxford Half Marathon (Vitality OXFORDHALF) will be able to experience their very own piece of local history, as organisers announce the introduction of the ‘Bannister Mile’ to the October race. 2014 marks 60 years since Sir Roger Bannister became the first ever man to run a mile in less than four minutes at Oxford University’s Iffley Road Track; the very same place that the runners in this year’s Vitality OXFORDHALF will experience it just before the half way point at this year’s race. Andrew Taylor, Race Director of the Vitality OXFORDHALF said: “We are really excited by the introduction of the Bannister Mile at the Vitality Oxford Half Marathon this autumn. As an important and proud part of Oxfordshire’s history, what better way to celebrate Sir Roger’s amazing feat”. In previous years the course has run past the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road. But this year the course will incorporate a short detour off the Iffley Road, so runners will have the unique opportunity to run in Bannister’s footsteps with one lap around the very track where history was made 60 years ago. The Bannister Mile will begin around the six mile mark on the Iffley Road and will end on the finish line of the track before registrations the Iffley Road. Competitors’ results will include both chip timing for the half marathon and the Bannister Mile. Andrew added: “We are very grateful to Sir Roger in lending his support and name to this initiative, and for his ongoing support for the Oxford Half Marathon since its beginning. We’re also extremely grateful for the support of Oxford University Sports for the use of their facility, and allowing thousands of road runners to invade their track.” Sir Roger Bannister commented: “It is such an honour to have a section of the route named after me. I’m delighted that the Bannister Mile will take place in my hometown of Oxford, at the same place where I set my four minute mile”. To mark the 60th anniversary since Sir Roger set the record, he has recently had a book published. He added: “I have just published my autobiography called Twin Tracks, which is about my running in Oxford and my medical career.” The Vitality Oxford Half Marathon route takes runners on a tour of Oxford’s beautiful countryside. It is a flat single-lap route perfect for runners of all abilities. It takes place on Sunday 12th October and entries are still open at www.oxfordhalf.co.uk. www.oxfordhalf.co.uk www.inoxford.com
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Oxfordshire Services Photography
Willow and Pea Portraits
6 Park Street, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1SP. Tel: 01993 358725. Web: www.willowandpea.co.uk Willow and Pea Portraits creates lifestyle and wedding imagery based from our charming family orientated studio nestled in the heart of Woodstock, Oxfordshire. With our patience, experience and expertise we ensure that each and every client has a personal story capturing the impromptu moments and natural expressions throughout your shoot.
Care Home
The Lady Nuffield Home
165 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7AW. Tel: 01865 888500. Web: www.ladynuffieldhome.co.uk A small residential care home for the older person, conveniently situated in Summertown. Close to shops, local medical centres and on the main bus route.
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.
Male Hairdressing 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.
Framing
Isis Creative Framing
2 Northampton Rd, Oxford OX1 4TG. Tel: 01865 203420. Web: www.isiscreative.co.uk We are a large, busy, workshop-style business, where you can see all the work being done on the premises. While being a large business brings great customer benefits we retain our small company roots with exceptional customer service based on old-time values, quality and value for money. Our roots go back to the 1970’s as a small family-run Picture Framing business to the successful company we are today.
Construction Savvy
253 London Road Headington Oxford OX3 9EH. Tel: 01865 920020. Web: www.group-savvy.co.uk Savvy works in a wide range of properties including domestic, leisure, educational and commercial, as well as Oxfordshire’s leading businesses that entrust Savvy with beautiful historic buildings. We take great pride in our work and, by working hand in hand with our clients, Savvy has earned a reputation as one of Oxford’s most reliable, trusted and helpful building companies.
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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.
Property
Witney Business & Innovation Centre
Windrush Industrial Park, Burford Road, Witney, OX29 7DX. Tel: 01993 848200. Web: www.witney-bic.co.uk
Witney Business and Innovation Centre provides flexible, serviced office space, virtual offices and meeting rooms in a professional serviced environment, allowing you to focus on running your business. The centre is a brand new facility in a refurbished building on the outskirts of Witney. Offices vary from 100 sq ft to 3,000 sq ft, which can accommodate between 1 and 30 people. Multiple offices can also be taken if more space is required.
Oxford Centre for Innovation
New Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 1BY. Tel 01865 261400 Web: www.ocfi.co.uk
Oxford Centre for Innovation, in Oxford, provides flexible office space, virtual offices and meeting rooms in a professional serviced environment, allowing you to focus on running your business. Companies love the supportive community within the centre, which is enhanced by a range of specialist business support through our Oxfordshire regional director and other local partners. It really is the ideal place to base your business.
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Oxfordshire Services Strutt & Parker
269 Banbury Road Oxford OX2 7LL. Tel: 01865 366660. Web: www.struttandparker.com A stylish modern office, located in a prominent location on the Banbury Road to the north of the city. As a multi-disciplined office, we have an outstanding team of property professionals able to deal with matters as diverse as the sale of an Oxford town house to the re-organisation of a rural estate or the planning and development of a new settlement.
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.
Travel
Great Experience Travel
Unit 6-7, Waterloo Walk, High St, Witney, Oxfordshire OX28 6EU Tel: 0845 415 0750 Web: www.greatexperiencetravel.co.uk We are a specialist independent travel company and we love nothing more than helping you plan your ideal travel experience. Between the staff team we have been lucky enough to visit countries all over the globe, and we like nothing more than being able to share our knowledge and passion for travel with you.
London Oxford Airport
Langford Ln, Oxford OX5 1RA Tel: 01865 290600 Web: www.oxfordairport.co.uk London Oxford Airport (OXF/EGTK - Kidlington) is the Thames Valley area’s primary regional and business aviation airport - the only commercial airport between London Heathrow (LHR) and Birmingham (BHX). Located in the heart of one of Europe’s fastest growing and most prosperous regions.
Charities
CLIC Sargent
108-110 London Rd, Oxford, OX3 9AW Tel:01865 767056 Web: www.clicsargent.org.uk CLIC Sargent is the UK’s leading cancer charity for children and young people, and their families. We provide clinical, practical, financial and emotional support to help them cope with cancer and get the most out of life. We are there from diagnosis onwards and aim to help the whole family deal with the impact of cancer and its treatment, life after treatment and, in some cases, bereavement.
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.
Root & Branch
Tel: 01793 780380 Email: rootandbranch@btconnect.com Web: www.rootandbranch.info Root & Branch is to help people who experience mental health difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder. Located on an organic farm in the beautiful Vale of White Horse, Root & Branch provides the opportunity for people to become involved in a wide range of interesting activities such as organic gardening and horticulture, blacksmithing, woodworking, crafts, artwork, and cookery.
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