Living in Oxford Magazine August Edition

ISSUE 175

AUGUST 2016

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

August’s edition is full to the brim of things to do outside, inside and some great restaurants, starting with 2015’s best of the lot, The White Hart at Fyfield. I’d always been told this was a sure bet to win the Awards and last year’s crowning as Oxfordshire’s Restaurant of the Year sealed what many of you had long been thinking. Well done to Kay, Mark and the team and good luck for this year’s Awards….why not cast your vote for the public vote at www. oxfordshirerestaurantawards.co.uk Going with the food theme, why not visit the Foodies Festival in South Parks, always a great event, or visit another favourite of ours, Acanthus at the Macdonald Randolph Hotel.

As far as outdoor pursuits are concerned, we feature Kirtlington Golf Club, there’s a feature on Creation Theatre and their production of Hamlet and we have an interesting feature on what could be one of Oxford’s greatest attraction….The James Sadler Oxford Balloon Experience.

Nele has also been aboard our favourite red bus with City Sightseeing and we also feature one of our longest standing Living in Oxford customers, Sanders of Oxford, one of the finest galleries in the county.

Fingers crossed for an even hotter August!

Richard Rosser Editor, Living In Oxford Magazine

Contents Oxfordshire Events

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Oxfordshire Accommodation

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Oxfordshire Education

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Oxfordshire Shopping

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Oxfordshire Attractions

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Oxford City Centre Map

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Oxfordshire Theatre

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Oxfordshire Sports

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Oxfordshire Cinema

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Oxfordshire Restaurants

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Oxfordshire Music

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Oxfordshire Health & Beauty

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Oxfordshire Art & Antiques

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Oxfordshire Services

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The White Hart at Fyfield

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"The White Hart – named one of the 50 greatest pubs in England by The Telegraph, awarded 2 AA Rosettes for Culinary Experience, and winner of the coveted "Restaurant of the Year" award at the 2015 Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards - is a favourite with locals and foodies from far and wide. "

"The jewel in the crown of the Oxford arts"

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“Creation Theatre is Oxfordshire’s largest producing theatre company and over the last 20 years, they have performed to over half a million audience members. Every summer they pop up in one of Oxford’s beautiful green spaces, delighting visitors with their quirky and creative open-air Shakespeare productions."

Kirtlington Golf Club

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“It was threatening rain when I arrived at Kirtlington on an overcast May evening to play golf against the general manager of the club, Gary Quainton. As Gary plays off 9 and I struggle to play off 19, a good old thrashing looked even more threatening.”

• Foodies Festival Returns to Oxford

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• City Sightseeing, Hop on and find out!

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• Sanders of Oxford

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BMH Productions: Macbeth & A Midsummer Night's Dream Monday 1st - Saturday 13th August: BMH presents hour long versions of two of Shakespeare's classics. Two plays, two hours, on night. Act one, Macbeth Act two, A Midsummer Night's Dream. Two exciting productions that explore the danger and the excitment of Shakespeare. www.oxfordcastleunlocked.com

Wilderness Festival Monday 8th - Thursday 11th August: Wilderness Festival is in its essence a celebration of the outdoors, based under the canopies and parkland of Cornbury Deer Park. Live Music & Dancing, Feasts & Gastronomy, Theatre de Rue & Cirque Traditionnel, Late Night Revelry, Tented Theatre & Promenade Performances, Debating Halls and Family Magic & Games. www.wildernessfestival.com

White Horse Folk Festival Friday 12th - Sunday 14th August: WHFF is a small, intimate, relaxed festival where there is an emphasis on creating an inclusive atmosphere and encouraging everyone to play a part in the weekend’s events. There is plenty of opportunity to sing, play or tell a story with singarounds and music sessions every day, sometimes set around a particular theme. www.whitehorsefolkfestival.co.uk

Oxford Proms Sunday 20th - Saturday 27th August: Concerts in the historic Sheldonian Theatre, a favourite venue for the world’s greatest musicians, and the church of St Michael at the Northgate, Oxford’s oldest building. A treat for lovers of great music! Tickets can be purchased from www.oxfordplayhouse.com/ ticketsoxford/. www.oxfordproms.co.uk

Rotary Dragon Boat Festival Sunday 4th September: The Rotary Dragon Boat Festival is a wellestablished annual event organised by The Rotary Club of Abingdon Vesper. It is a charity fund raising event based on Dragon Boat Racing and is held on the River Thames at Rye Farm Meadow in Abingdon-on-Thames. www.abingdondragonboats.org.uk

Foodies Festival Friday 2nd - Sunday 4th September: Feast in the Street Food Avenue; learn to bake in the Cake and Bake Theatre; enjoy afternoon tea in the Vintage Tea Tent; taste wine, champagne and craft beer in the Drinks Theatre; buy from local producers in the Artisan Market; kids enjoy the Childrens Cookery Theatre; live music on the Unsigned Music Awards Stage and much more. www.foodiesfestival.com

Ghost Fest October - November: The award-winning Ghost Fest returns for the eighth year with its most thrilling line-up yet, including ghost hunts, spooky tours, trick or treating and After Dark Dinners. Oxford Castle Unlocked is a 1000year castle, which was also used as a place of incarceration for over 800 years. www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk

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Lavender Panna Cotta with Strawberries INGREDIENTS (serves 6) 2 punnets of strawberries, 2 lemons ( juice of), 320g caster sugar, 4 gelatine leaves, 10 mint leaves, 650ml double cream, 10g lavender RECIPE Strawberry elements: Hull and quarter one punnet of strawberries.

Macerate in the lemon juice and 220g of sugar and rest for 30 minutes.

Hull and finely chop the other punnet of strawberries and place in the bottom of 6 glass pudding bowls. Soak 2 gelatine leaves in cold water to soften. Take the juice from the macerated strawberries (roughly 250ml) and warm through, adding the softened gelatine. Then pour carefully over the strawberries in the glasses. Leave the jelly to set. Finely chop the mint and mix it with the remaining macerated strawberries and reserve.

Lavender Panna Cotta: Soften 2 leaves of gelatine in cold water. Add the double cream, lavender and 120g of sugar to a pan, gently bring to a simmer, then add the softened gelatine. Leave for 30 minutes to cool and infuse. Pass through a sieve removing the lavender and pour into the glass bowl over the jelly. Leave to set. Garnish the panna cotta with the mint infused macerated strawberries and serve. We also serve ours with a scoop of homemade strawberry sorbet.

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Lead Article:

The White Hart at Fyfield Named one of the 50 greatest pubs in England by The Telegraph, awarded 2 AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence for 8 years running, and winner of the prestigious "Restaurant of the Year" at the Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards 2015, The White Hart is a favourite with locals and foodies from far and wide.

Since arriving in 2005, Mark and Kay Chandler have lovingly restored this historic 15th century Chantry to its former glory. Housing one of the most stunning interiors of any dining establishment, customers can choose to eat under the soaring eaves of the great hall, up high in the minstrel's gallery or on the beautiful patio terrace.

A firm believer in using local seasonal produce on his Modern British menu, Mark forages in local woodlands, catches his own crayfish and has developed a large kitchen garden which supplies the restaurants fruit and vegetables. Local farms and suppliers are supported and food miles kept to a minimum. The bustling restaurant and happy faces show that the food is outstanding and the accolades are richly deserved.

“We truly love what we do and every single member of our team shares our passion and dedication to bringing great food and first class service to every customer that walks through the door.” Kay Chandler

Look out for their popular food evenings such as Italian, seafood and tapas, and their Wednesday dinner club which offers amazing value for a mid-week treat.

Main Road, Fyfield, Oxfordshire, OX13 5LW Tel: 01865 390585 Web: www.whitehart-fyfield.com www.livinginoxford.com

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Oxfordshire Events The Oxfordshire Museum Park Street, Woodstock, OX20 1SN. Tel: 01993 811456. Web: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/oxfordshiremuseum Science Oxford Workshop Wednesday 17th August: Poo Soup & Magnets – visit our website for more information.

Oxfordshire in 50 Objects Until Sunday 11th September: Celebrating Oxfordshire Museums Service’s half century, every object tells a unique story. Chosen by community groups and members of the Service past and present, this exhibition showcases Oxfordshire’s rich heritage through the memories, experiences and interests of people from across the county. Explore the objects and their stories through film and hands on activities for the whole family! Free admission.

Juxtaposition Exhibition Until Monday 31st October: Objects from our prestigious modern crafts collection meet their historic counterparts. This exhibition invites you to enjoy the superb craftsmanship and artistry of contemporary crafts and contemplate origins and synergies of similar historic items from the Oxfordshire museum collections. Enjoyable, quirky and informative. Free admission.

School Holiday Family Fun Lots to do whatever the weather: Groovy Sue (Thursdays): Dress for mess with a bunting making activity every Thursday in summer school holidays. Time: 11am - 2pm. Admission: Free Family drop-ins (Tuesdays & Thursdays): Fun and creative activities. Suitable for all ages.

Time: 2pm - 4pm. Admission: No booking required, £2 per child.

TOM Tots (Tuesdays): During school holidays Under 5s’ session with music, stories and rhymes.

Time: 10.30am - 11am. Admission: No booking required, £1.50 per family. * Family activities programme supported by the Friends of The Oxfordshire Museum Please visit: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/museums

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

Cult Screens: Cinema at the Museum Wednesday 24th - Friday 26th August: Once again Cult Screens will take over the Museums' lawn for summer evenings of cinema, popcorn and hot dogs! Catch Baz Luhrmann’s 'Romeo + Juliet', 'Back To The Future' and 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'. Ticket prices vary, book online. cultscreens.co.uk/venue-info-oxford-pitt-rivers-museum/

Sensing Culture: A Tour of the Mask Displays for Blind & Partially Sighted Visitors Thursday 25th August: A hands-on tour of the Museum designed to highlight different aspects of the Museum’s collections, specially created for visitors with impaired sight. Part of our Heritage Lottery funded ‘Sensing Culture’ partner project with the RNIB. Time: 11am - 12pm

Pitt Fest: Archaeology!

Saturday 3rd September: If you like your archaeology experimental, join us at the fourth annual Pitt Fest. Interact with everything from ancient arrow heads and marvelous middens, to bronze age bodies and stone age poo! Live music, Pimms tent and refreshments throughout the day. Activities for all ages. Time: 11am - 6pm

Bitten Street Web: bittenoxford.co.uk Twitter: @BittenOxford Facebook: /bittenoxford

Street Food Market Saturday 6th August: We’re back at Oxford Castle with our usual outdoor market from 11am - 3pm. Giving you all the things you love - brilliant and exciting traders, on rotation each week to keep it interesting, plus wonderful local craft beers at our new outdoor Bitten Bar. See the full list of events on our Facebook page.

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

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

Opening Times: 10am - 5pm

Ultimate Oxford Castle Tour Until the 13th August: Before your Shakespeare Theatre production begins, why not discover Oxford Castle Unlocked? The Tour will start at 6 pm and will last 45 minutes. At the end you can relax in our cafe’ with a glass of wine, and also skip the queue!

Price: £9 adults / £8 (conc.) / £4 (5 to 15 years old)

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!

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Bunting, Buns and Foodie Fun as Foodies Festival Returns to Oxford Oxford South Park: Friday 2nd – Sunday 4th September Foodies Festival returns to Oxford 2nd to 4th September this summer for a feast of foodie fun, transforming South Parks into a food-lovers paradise with its celebration of the finest food, drink and culinary talent Oxfordshire has to offer.

Watch 2016 MasterChef champion Jane Devonshire, celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager, Michelin-starred chefs Janos Veres from The Hindshead and Nathan Eades from Simpsons and top local chefs cooking live in the Chefs Theatre.

Now you have the recipes, pick up everything you need to recreate these at home in the Artisan Market, where you can shop and sample from more award-winning producers than ever before, but be sure to leave room for a feast of international flavours and delicacies on the Street Food Avenue and champagne, wine and craft beer masterclasses in the Drinks Theatre.

Those with a sweet tooth will love the Cake & Bake Theatre - taste your way through baking and chocolate masterclasses with Burlesque Baker Charlotte White and master chocolatier Fiona Sciolti, or if Al Fresco dining is more your thing, then the BBQ Arena with grilling pros is the place to be – you’ll be amazed by their recipes and top tips!

After a day of foodie fun, picnic on the grass with friends and family and relax with live music from the Unsigned Music Awards and a refreshing cocktail from the Giant Pimm’s Teapot or Mojito Galleon, or enter the famous Chilli-Eating Competition.

A new 1920’s styled VIP tent offers a space to relax in style, with live music from a grand piano, a private mirror bar and a welcome glass of bubbly for VIPs. For tickets and festival info visit www.foodiesfestival.com

South Park, Oxfordshire, OX4 1NT Tel: 0131 226 7766 Web: www.foodiesfestival.com www.livinginoxford.com

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

Peter Pan in Scarlet at the Oxford Playhouse Friday 12th August - Sunday 4th September: The world premiere stage adaptation of Geraldine McCaughrean’s Peter Pan in Scarlet, the official sequel to J.M Barrie's Peter Pan, is coming to the Oxford Playhouse this summer. Head back to Neverland for an extravaganza of circus, shipwrecks and adventure. www.oxfordplayhouse.com Oxford Music Theatre presents CLD - The Real Lewis Carroll Until Saturday 6th August: Explore the real life story of Lewis Carroll, the beloved author of Alice in Wonderland, in this quintessentially Oxford show, CLD – The Real Lewis Carroll. There will be catchy tunes, mad humour and a professional cast directed by the brilliant international creative director David Kettle, so it’s not one to miss! www.cldthemusical.co.uk Opera Anywhere - Pirates on Punts!

Saturday 13th August: Experience Gilbert & Sullivan’s masterpiece like you've never seen it before, performed partly on and alongside the river cherwell at Wolfson College! Pack a picnic for the hour long interval, and then enjoy the second act in Wolfson's brand new auditorium. www.operaanywhere.com Concerto Classics at the Oxford Proms Saturday 20th August: Enjoy an evening at the Sheldonian Theatre at the Concerto Classics concert as part of this year's Oxford Proms. The genre spanning evening will feature works by John Williams, Beethoven, Mozart and a world premier by their resident composer, Tim Perkins. www.oxfordproms.co.uk The Big Batsford Bug Hunt Monday 1st - Wednesday 31st August: Enjoy the summer weather by getting active with kids in the Big Batsford Bug Hunt. Find the creepy crawlies hidden around Batsford Arboretum and mark their locations on the map provided to win a prize. No need to book, just turn up and enjoy! www.batsarb.co.uk

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Ashmolean Museum Beaumont St, Oxford, OX1 2PH Tel: 01865 278000 Web: www.ashmolean.org Among many riches we have the world’s greatest collection of Raphael drawings, the most important collection of Egyptian pre-Dynastic sculpture and ceramics outside Cairo, the only great Minoan collection in Britain, outstanding Anglo-Saxon treasures, and the foremost collection of modern Chinese painting in the Western world.

Pop-Up Picturehouse Cinema Friday 5th – Sunday 7th August: We have partnered with the Phoenix Picturehouse to bring you three film screenings to a huge screen in our rooftop restaurant. Screenings will start at 9pm, or as soon as it becomes dark. You are invited to arrive early, relax and enjoy a drink in the beautiful surroundings. Why not book a table for dinner in the Rooftop Dining Room before the screening begins? Time: From 8pm Friday 5th August, 8.45pm: Brief Encounter (PG) Saturday 6th August, 8.45pm: The Grand Budapest Hotel (15) Sunday 7th August, 8.45pm: Jaws (12A) To find out more & book your tickets visit our website at www.ashmolean.org/events/.

Live Friday: Under The Sea Friday 9th September: Celebrate Creation Theatre’s 20th birthday and mark the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death with live performances of famous storms in the bard’s plays. Discover the treasures of the Ashmolean and our special exhibition through live performances, music, hands-on creative workshops, behind-the-scenes talks, and get your quota of grog at The Galley Café and the Crow’s Nest Dining Room. Tickets avalable from our website.

Storms, War & Shipwrecks Until 25th September: Dive into the past and discover the extraordinary story of the island at the crossroads of the Mediterranean through spectacular finds rescued from the sea by underwater archaeologists.

For 2500 years, Sicily was the place where the great powers of the ancient and medieval eras met and fought. Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs and Normans battled for control, with many of their ships sinking off the island’s rocky shores. Sicily’s azure waters have since become a focus for underwater exploration and dozens of shipwrecks have been recovered.

Immerse yourself in the world of the underwater archaeologist and explore the multicultural history of Sicily revealed through stunning and unusual artefacts brought up from the depths of the sea.

Price: £10 Adults / £9 (Conc) / £5 (12 - 17 years) / Free for under 12's and members.

Time: 10 am - 5pm.

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Oxfordshire Events Shakespeare Oxford Tel: 01865 686438 Web: www.shakespeareoxford2016.co.uk To mark the 400th centenary of Shakespeare’s death, Oxford is celebrating with a year-long festival packed full of creative innovation. Site specific plays, living exhibitions, travelling Sonnet Booths and more can be seen in Oxford’s libraries, parks, concert halls, theatres, galleries, museums schools and night clubs. Shakespeare’s birthday week – also the week he died – offers something for everyone, a dish fit for the Gods!

Shakespeare’s World View: Stars, Globes and Magic Monday 1st August - Saturday 10th December: Follow Shakespeare through the Museum of the History of Science to discover the impact of the natural world on his works. Suitable for adventurous adults and curious children, come and discover the influence of Elizabethan thinkers on Shakespeare’s works and let our collection transport you back in time. Location: Museum of the History of Science, Oxford.

If Music Be the Food of Love Thursday 4th August: Cellist MATT HAIMOVITZ & vocal trio VOICE. Shakespeare-themed programme traversing the centuries, from Hildegard of Bingen to Leonard Cohen. Location: SJE Arts, Oxford. Price: £15 on the door / £12.50 in advance / £10 Students (NUS), MU & ISM members.

Booking: www.sje-oxford.org/events/tickets Love’s Labour’s Lost Until Thursday 18th August: The Oxford Shakespeare Company presents Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s Lost directed by Nicholas Green. Location: Wadham College Gardens. Price: £18 - £23.

Booking: www.oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk Midsummer Magical Creatures Workshops Saturday 20th August: Learn about the nature-inspired fairies in A Midsummer Night’s Dream with 1623 Theatre Company and create your own magical creatures. Enter the world of A Midsummer’s Night’s Dream and take part in role-play and add your magical creature to our Magical Forest montage. Location: The Story Museum, Oxford. Price: Free with Museum Entry.

Booking: www.storymuseum.org.uk Hamlet Wednesday 24th August: Acclaimed Festival Players Theatre Company comes to Cogges Manor Farm, Witney, with a dynamic all-male outdoor production of Shakespeare’s famous tragedy – Hamlet. Presented in full costume, an all-male company brings the excitement of this great thriller.

Location: Cogges Manor Farm, Witney. Price: £14 Adults / £9.50 16 and Under.

Booking: www.cogges.org.uk/event/hamlet-cogges The Painted Room & Shakespeare Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th September: Step back in time with Oxford Preservation Trust and our experts to discover the secrets of the Painted Room, part of the Crown Tavern where Shakespeare stayed on his way to Stratford upon Avon. Join us and our experts in the Painted Room to experience an extraordinary hidden gem in the heart of the city. Location: The Painted Room, Oxford. Price: £5 for Members / £11 for Non-Members. Booking: www.oxfordpreservation.org.uk

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Oxfordshire Events Blenheim Palace Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PP Tel: 01993 810530 Web: www.blenheimpalace.com Make your summer glorious and memorable with a visit to Blenheim Palace this August. Our calendar has plenty for everyone to enjoy including lots of car events and family entertainment.

Enjoy delicious sesonal food in the new Orangery Restaurant or explore the Palace, Formal Gardens and Parkland with one of our dedicated trails. Head to the Pleasure Gardens and enjoy family fun in the Butterfly House, Giant Hedge Maze and Adventure Playground.

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BBC Countryfile Live* Thursday 4th - Sunday 7th August: New for 2016, BBC Countryfile, Britain’s most watched factual MY television show will be brought to life in a major new live countryside event. Explore every aspect of the British countryside through exciting live arena shows, talks, hands-on activities, animal displays, CY farming in action, Q&A with the Countryfile presenters, shopping from more than 600 exhibitors including food, craft and luxury producers and even a great British pub garden. It all adds up to a CMY fun, inspiring and informative day out in the countryside.

K Family Cycling Day Sunday 14th August: Enjoy this once-a-year exclusive opportunity to cycle around the picturesque Parkland at Blenheim Palace. Bring your bicycles (and helmets!) and take in the scenery and fresh air, stop for a picnic and make it a day to remember.

Summer Jousting Tournament Friday 19th - Sunday 21st August: Join us this Summer for an epic Jousting Tournament on the South Lawn with the 'Knights of Arkley' and their mighty steeds. 'Have-a-go' archery will also be taking place all weekend and on Saturday and Sunday a Jester and Juggler will be entertaining visitors in the Great Court.

Salon Privé Cars & Coffee – ‘Speed & Style’ Sunday 21st August: Salon Privé, the UK’s leading luxury supercar and classic car show, has announced a summer series of high-octane car gatherings set within the magnificent architecture of the East Courtyard. Open to all owners, enthusiasts and connoisseurs, the public can enjoy this breakfast meet, leading up this year's main Salon Privé event on 1st - 3rd September.

Blenheim Palace Festival of Transport Sunday 28th - Monday 29th August: A truly unmissable event for all petrol heads, the Blenheim Palace Festival of Transport guarantees a great day out. See Classic Cars, motorcycles, Minis and VW's, Customs, Hot Rods and Americans, Kit and Sports Cars and much more.

Just announced: ‘Christmas at Blenheim’* Friday 25th November – Monday 2nd January: Visit Blenheim Palace this festive season and enjoy a fantastically festive trail of lights throughout our Formal Gardens for the very first time. Discover a scented fire garden, singing Christmas trees, a lawn of fibre-optic colour, sparkling tree canopies, see Santa along your journey and much more. Warm up with mulled wine or hot chocolate, ride a vintage carousel* and enjoy lots of tasty treats and other traditional fare. * separate charges apply.

For more information and to see a full events calendar, visit www.blenheimpalace.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 leading Centre of Excellence 2010 – 2015, and a member of Quality English.

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

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

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

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

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

Tickets valid on Red and Green Buses.

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

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.

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.

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.

Summer steamdays: every Wednesday/Saturday/Sunday in August, plus Monday 29 August

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

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

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

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

Oxford Official Guided Walking Tours 15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS Tel: 01865 686 441 Email: officialtours@experienceoxfordshire.org Web: visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com What better way to discover our beautiful city than on foot? The Official Guided Walking Tours are a fascinating and entertaining way to explore and learn about this unique city, its history, University, famous people and odd traditions. Oxford Official Guided Walking Tours cover a wide range of topics from an introduction to the city and its University to Inspector Morse, Harry Potter, J.R.R. Tolkien and more.

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

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

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

Email: info@experienceoxfordshire.org Web: experienceoxfordshire.org The Tourist information Centre staff provide an extensive range of services to help make your stay enjoyable and memorable. We offer a wide range of guides, maps, souvenirs and local produce. We also can guide you to the best Oxfordshire has to offer. We are also the home of Official Guided Walking Tours, the best way to explore Oxford on foot.

See in store or get in contact with us by Tel: 01865 252037 Email: wtours@oxford.gov.uk

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

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

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

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City Sightseeing: Hop on and find out!

Reviewed by Nele Ollech Thursday 14th July

Being new in town the City Sightseeing Tour by bus was the perfect experience for me to discover the city and to find some wonderful sights of Oxford!

Even if the tickets are valid for 24 hours or 48 hours it is nice to start the sightseeing tour in the morning to make sure you have lots of time to explore the city. After being introduced to a very friendly bus driver a tour map will be provided when hopping on the bus. The map illustrates the routes of the red and the green double-decker bus – that’s everything you need to plan your individual day in Oxford!

Choose the red route for “City & University” and the green route for “Meadows & Bridges”. And after that: Sit down, lay back, plug in the free offered earphones, listen and enjoy!

In 10 languages City Sightseeing will let you know about important buildings and places you will pass on your way. On some departures you will also have a live guide who will give you additional information and – in my case – have a nice chat with you. For the younger ones an exciting kids' commentary is given. From Oxford Castle Unlocked to Christ Church, Radcliffe Camera or Ashmolean Museum - you won’t miss any attraction in Oxford. As well as current and historical facts City Sightseeing will also tell you some interesting anecdotes – even where the singer of the band Radiohead lives or where Alice Liddell bought her sweets…

The red route takes 1 hour but you can hop off at any stop you like. My first stop, the Carfax Tower, was a perfect choice as it is considered to be the centre of Oxford. At the top of around 100 very narrow steps the view is amazing! You can see all the way down to the architectural High Street and overlook the roofs of beautiful Oxford.

Hopped on again as there were so many more stops to see – depending on the weather you can have a walk in the Botanic Gardens and Christ Church Meadow to see the place where the first English Aeronaut successfully took off in a hot air balloon, visit the dinosaurs in the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, see the big dining hall at Christ Church where amongst others Harry Potter was eating … or do something totally different you like!

A few hours later you will recognise that you won’t be “new in town” anymore… A big “Thank you” to City Sightseeing for the great, enriching experience! - And thanks to the English weather for a perfect sunny day on top of the bus!

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The Birth of a World Class Visitor Attraction for Oxford The city of Oxford is renowned the world over for its stunning architecture and fascinating history, the university buildings a constant source of interest to residents and visitors alike.

What is less known is that Oxford was the site of a historic flight by a local pastry chef James Sadler. At dawn on October 4th 1784, a hot air balloon rose majestically from Christchurch Meadows, and landed in Wood Eaton a distance of approximately seven miles. Thus becoming the first Englishman to fly. A remarkable achievement considering Sadler designed, built and flew the balloon himself, having had no formal education. This outstanding feat was only the beginning of what he went on to achieve.

Sadler transformed a passion for flight into a drive to push the boundaries of science and engineering, making significant advances in both.

Eventually becoming Chemist to the Admiralty, redesigning naval guns, with such success, that Lord Nelson declared “I would take on board The Victory as many guns as Mr Sadler could send alongside”.

The James Sadler Oxford Balloon Experience is a proposal that two Oxfordshire businessmen, Dave Davies and Dave Dunphy are preparing to bring to Oxford City. They are passionate in their desire to educate the world, about the achievements of this working class hero who has sadly been forgotten. His story will fascinate and inspire children of all ages.

Their plan is to set up an Interactive Science and information centre where education is the key. Children will attend an exciting hands on information centre, where they will participate in experiments challenging their minds in a format that’s fun and educational, allowing children to express themselves, in a creative environment under the guidance of young scientist, recruited from Oxford’s pool of students.

The day will culminate in a tethered balloon flight, enabling them to experience views of the World famous “Dreaming Spires” of Oxford. This amazing educational attraction will be totally free of charge for an invited class of school children every day.

Aside from the invited school children, the attraction will be available for anyone to visit and fly in a tethered balloon, locals, visitors and tourists will be able to soar into the Oxford skyline, and imagine how Sadler felt on that October morning in 1784.

The James Sadler Experience will not just be a fantastical flight above Oxford but it will ultimate pre-flight briefing including interactives, simulators, augmented/virtual reality and filmic treatments that bring James Sadler to life – in truly “world class” attraction that Oxford has longed for.

This would be a perfect family attraction with interests for everyone to enjoy and participate whilst learning about James Sadler and Oxford itself.

For more information and to leave your thoughts visit: oxfordballoonexperience.com

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

Cargo Wednesday 14th September: In the dark of a container ship, a group sits huddled. Waves lap against the walls. The metal creaks softly. Then, all of a sudden, somebody whispers… For the cargo on this vessel, home is a long-distant memory – and a new land still many miles away. A tense and provocative thriller that reveals how much people are willing to risk in search of a better life. Tickets: £14 (£12 concessions) Time: 8pm

Bourgeois & Maurice: How To Save The World Without Really Trying Saturday 24th September: Direct from another dimension, the genrebending, award-winning siblings of musical satire, Bourgeois & Maurice, return with a brand new show. Provocative, thought-provoking and cuttingly hilarious this is a handy guide to engaging with the complex issues of today’s geopolitical climate, without too much effort on anyone’s part.

Tickets: £16 (£13 concessions) Time: 8pm

Cornerstone Arts Centre Station Rd, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11.

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

STEAM Saturday 6th August: The Urban Playground Team animate a skeletal scaffold steam locomotive through scenes inspired by the slapstick comedy of Buster Keaton, the rooftop chases of James Bond, the train-jacking of the Wild West, the Heartbreak of the first World War and the dark future of inner city commuting.

Tickets: Pay What You Think It’s Worth. Time: 11am - 2pm.

High School Musical Friday 12th - Sunday 14th August: Cornerstone’s summer school takes to the stage. There’s trouble at East High School when new student Gabriella has found her way to being a brainiac and a great singer. In Disney’s smash hit show anything goes but eventually everyone realises that being yourself and having your own identity is best. Up to 50 local young people perform in this fast paced, fun show! Tickets: £10.00. Time: 7.30pm (2pm on Sunday)

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

Hamlet Until Saturday 13th August: Rock up with a picnic and, surrounded by the beauty of University Parks, immerse yourself in this grimey, startling, whirlwind of a production. Visit www.creationtheatre.co.uk for more information and to book.

Put on a Shakespeare in a Week Holiday Workshops Until Monday 22nd August: 2016 is a big year for us. Not only is Creation turning 20, but its been 400 years since Shakespeare’s death. We’ve got six weeks of holiday workshops for children aged 6 to 16, celebrating all that’s best about the Bard. From putting on your own version of Hamlet, to performing in the Ashmolean, we’ve got a jampacked summer ahead. View our full timetable and book your place at www.creationtheatre.co.uk. Summer holiday workshops run weekly from 18 July – 22 August and are £170 a week. “Fun, creative and a great show at the end which is rewarding for parents as well as kids!”

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

The Glenn Miller Story Tuesday 30th August - Saturday 3rd September: It’s been seventy years since Glenn Miller vanished over the English Channel as he flew to Paris to entertain the troops during the Second World War. Did he crash? Was he shot down? Will the mystery ever be solved? Brought to the stage in a brand new musical spectacular, is the life, fame and vanishing of America’s most famous big band leader.

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The Sound of Music Tuesday 6th - Saturday 10th September: One of the greatest musicals of all time returns to the stage in a magnificent new production to enchant the young and the young at heart. This wonderfully lavish new staging tells the true story of the world-famous von Trapp singing family, from their romantic beginnings and search for happiness, to their thrilling escape to freedom at the start of WWll. Visit www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-theatre-oxford for pricing.

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

Peter Pan in Scarlet Friday 12th August - Sunday 4th September: This world premiere stage adaptation of the official sequel to J.M Barrie’s Peter Pan is the perfect adventure for the whole family. It’s 1929, and Wendy and the Lost Boys have all grown up when strange dreams begin to seep out of Neverland. Pirates and mermaids, war paint and crocodiles – the dreams tell them that something must be wrong, and their friend Peter Pan needs their help.

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Relatively Speaking Monday 12th - Saturday 17th September: Greg only met Ginny a month ago but has already made up his mind that she’s the girl for him. On discovering her parents’ address, he decides to go to Buckinghamshire to ask her father for his daughter’s hand. There he finds Philip and Sheila enjoying a peaceful Sunday morning in the garden, but the only thing is... they’re not Ginny’s parents! Visit www.oxfordplayhouse.com for pricing.

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

High As Sugar Friday 5th August: Truman Capote told her she was the face of the 70s.

Trans icon and Warhol Superstar, Holly Woodlawn, died on December 6, 2015 at the age of 69. She starred in such movies as Trash, Women in Revolt and Broken Goddess and was recognized at the 88th Academy Awards, Oscars in Memoriam. Inspired by the real life of late Warhol Superstar, Holly Woodlawn, High As Sugar is a new one-person musical about a trans woman in 1970, New York City. Tickets: £12, £10 (concs) Time: 8pm

The Unhallowed Master Saturday 3rd September: The circus: a glimmering, all-singing, all-dancing spectacle. Clowns, fire eaters and contortionists enchant their audiences, but this is a circus with a secret. Underneath the spangles, behind the music, something is wrong. The Ringmaster is moulding the attraction into something demonic, tainting each performer with a crack of his whip. Even the Prima Ballerina, his faithful right hand, can’t stay his anger.

Tickets: £12, £10 (concs) Time: 7.30pm

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"The jewel in the crown of the Oxford arts" Creation Theatre is Oxfordshire’s largest producing theatre company and over the last 20 years, they have performed to over half a million audience members. Every summer they pop up in one of Oxford’s beautiful green spaces, delighting visitors with their quirky and creative open-air Shakespeare productions.

Last summer they treated audiences to a 5-star As You Like It, setting this comic masterpiece amongst the stunning formal gardens, riverside woodlands and beautiful lawns of Lady Margaret Hall. In 2014 their Henry V at Oxford Castle was described as an ‘unmissable treat’ by reviewers as the battle of Agincourt was brought to life in this spectacular high-energy three-hander.

With 2016 marking Shakespeare's 400th anniversary and 20 years of Creation Theatre, they are back with a season that promises to be the very best of Shakespeare in Oxford this summer. Taking place in the beautiful University Parks in the centre of town, they'll be bringing their trademark eccentricity to this tranquil oasis for their grimy, anarchic take on Shakespeare's Hamlet. Teaming up with vintage Creation director Gari Jones, the cast of six storytellers will rock up in a ramshackle old van and assemble Hamlet's Elsinore Castle before our eyes each night. Lucy Askew, Creation's Chief Executive, comments “Gari’s eccentric, raucous style is right up our street and we know he’ll present the freshest and most exciting version of Hamlet possible”.

With performances until 13 August, this is the hottest ticket in town so be quick if you want to catch this unmissable take on Shakespeare's greatest tragedy. Pack a picnic, relax in the beautiful parks and enjoy Shakespeare at its finest from Oxford's very own Creation Theatre.

To book, call the Creation Box Office on 01865 766266 or book online at www.creationtheatre.co.uk. Tickets £19 - £24. Performances Monday – Saturday at 7pm, with selected matinees at 2pm.

“Creation Theatre Company’s performances always hit the mark” - The Guardian "Creation have the gift of making Shakespeare effortless to understand" - Daily Information “Creation Theatre Company is the jewel in the crown of the Oxford arts” - BBC “If you’re a visitor in Oxford and you only have time for one cultural experience, make it this” - The Oxford Times “All in all, this was a wonderful romp in the woods; just as Shakespeare himself would have liked it. ★★★★★.” - Stage Talk Tel: 01865 766266 Web: www.creationtheatre.co.uk www.livinginoxford.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

David Brent: Life On The Road He may not be the general manager at the Slough branch of WernhamHogg anymore, but Brent (Ricky Gervais) is back in Life on the Road, which follows the musical ambitions of this extraordinary, ordinary man. It’s been 16 years since he walked out of that office for the final time, but Brent still bears that trademark suit. Now a sales rep and self-proclaimed rock god, he’s on tour with his band, Forgotten Conclusion.

Don't Breathe Alex, Money and Rocky are three friends who know how to rob people.

Thanks to Alex’s father’s home security business, the trio are able to successfully steal from people’s homes, never taking cash to avoid the risk of serious criminal conviction. The three thieves find out about a blind man living alone in Detroit. Suspecting the man has a life-changing amount of money in his home from a historic settlement.

Lights Out Based on the award-winning short film of the same name, Lights Out follows Rebecca (Teresa Palmer), as she finds herself haunted by a figure from her childhood. As a child, Rebecca’s childhood friend was subject to a brutal experiment gone very wrong. Following this horrific event, Rebecca was never truly sure of what was real and what was imaginary, due to the shadowy figures that appeared when the lights turned out.

Nerve Vee (Emma Roberts) is just your average teenager: she goes to school, hangs out with her friends and enjoys draining her free time away in front of her computer. When the latest internet trend takes over everyone’s newsfeeds, Vee is a little sceptical. In an interactive, online game of truth or dare, the players film themselves doing crazy stunts and the watchers fuel the frenzy, setting challenges for those who dare to take part.

Sausage Party Life is good for Frank the hotdog (Seth Rogen) and his savoury snack friends on the shelves at Shopwell supermarket. Blissfully unaware of their fate, they live in the hope of being snapped up by one of the many shopping-trolley Gods who’ll taken them home to the ‘Great Beyond.’ As the store opens in preparation for the 4th July celebrations, Frank finds himself in a God’s trolley.

Suicide Squad They’re the worst heroes in the world. In fact, they’re not even heroes at all. With the world at risk from an entity that’s believed to be impossible to overcome, U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller decides to reach down the rabbit hole and pull together a team of incarcerated super villains to face this foe. But, this is no ordinary task force; it’s a group of dangerous criminals with nothing to lose and an every man for himself mentality.

Mike And Dave Need Wedding Dates Mike (Adam DeVine) and Dave (Zac Efron) are the Stangle brothers - famous for causing chaos at family events, weddings or otherwise. Their parents have finally had enough. Their sister’s upcoming wedding in Hawaii will not be ruined. To combat their sons’ recklessness, Mum and Dad insist that they find respectable dates to accompany them. So Mike and Dave do what any date-wanting man would – go online.

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Oxfordshire Music Charivari Agréable “Early Music by Candlelight” Summer Festival 2016 Exeter College Chapel, Turl Street, OX1 3DP. Tel: 01865 305305. Web: www.charivari.co.uk August 2016: More details on www.charivari.co.uk Tuesday 2nd: Wednesday 3rd: Sunday 7th: Tuesday 9th: Wednesday 10th: Friday 12th: Sunday 14th: Tuesday 16th: Wednesday 17th:

Salve Regina A Musical Offering My Ladye Loves Fancies & Caprices Dulcet Fifes Le Roi Danse In Guilty Night My Ladye Loves A Musical Offering

"One of the classiest baroque bands" - The Observer "Oxford’s most interesting and accomplished ensemble" - The Oxford Times "Imaginative programming, scholarly research and charismatic musicianship" - BBC Music Magazine Tickets: £18/£17/£14 (OAP £16/£15/£12) Students £10 from Tickets Office, The Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Tel: 01865 305305. For group discount @15% for a party of 10 or more, Tel: 01865 751928. Time: 8.00pm. Venue: Exeter College Chapel, Turl Street, OX1 3DP

Junko Kobayashi plays Chopin at the Holywell Music Room Holywell Music Room, Holywell Street, Oxford.

Tel: 01865 305305. Email: ticketsoxford@oxfordplayhouse.com Saturday 27th August: An all-Chopin concert including a Waltz, a Nocturne, a Mazurka, the Barcarole and the great Piano Sonata No. 3. 11.30 am for an hour, in Holywell Music Room, Holywell Street, Oxford. Born in Japan Junko Kobayashi has given concerts in four continents. Tickets: £15 from Tickets Oxford and at the door. Tel: 01865 305305. Email: ticketsoxford@oxfordplayhouse.com. Venue: Holywell Music Room, Holywell Street, Oxford. Time: 11.30am

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Oxford Piano Festival 30 July - 7 August 2016 Monday 1 August

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Merton College Chapel, 8pm

Nikolai Lugansky Piano Recital SCHUBERT Four Impromptus TCHAIKOVSKY The Seasons RACHMANINOV Moments musicaux

Tuesday 2 August

Sheldonian Theatre, 8pm

Marc-André Hamelin Piano Recital BEETHOVEN ‘Appassionata’ Sonata FEINBERG Piano Sonatas Nos. 1 & 2 SCHUMANN Fantasie in C

Wednesday 3 August

Sheldonian Theatre, 8pm

Menahem Pressler MOZART Piano Concerto No. 23 HAYDN ‘London’ Symphony Menahem Pressler piano Marios Papadopoulos conductor

Thursday 4 August Merton College Chapel, 8pm

Alexandre Tharaud Piano Recital BACH Goldberg Variations

Saturday 6 August

Sheldonian Theatre, 8pm

Julia Hsu & Peter Serkin Piano Duo Recital

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BIZET 3 Pieces from Jeux d’enfants MOZART Duo Sonata BRAHMS Hungarian Dances SCHUBERT Rondo in A

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Oxfordshire Music Faculty of Music, University of Oxford St Aldate’s, Oxford, OX1 1DB. Tel: 01865 276133. Web: www.music.ox.ac.uk/events The Oxford University Music Faculty is one of the largest and liveliest music departments in the UK. As an internationally renowned centre of teaching and research in all aspects of music, it is an exciting and stimulating environment in which to work and study. Whether you are interested in studying in Oxford, or you want to find out more about who we are and what we do, or you want to discover what seminars and concerts we have on offer, or you are simply an alumnus wanting to keep in touch, we hope you find all the information you need on our website. www.music.ox.ac.uk

Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra 29a Teignmouth Road London. Tel: 01865 980 980.

Web: www.oxfordphil.com E-mail: info@oxfordphil.com

Oxford Piano Festival Monday 1st - Saturday 6th August: Monday 1st: Nikolai Lugansky Recital at Merton College Chapel Tuesday 2nd: Marc-André Hamelin Recital at Sheldonian Theatre Wednesday 3rd: Menahem Pressler and the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra at Sheldonian Theatre Thursday 4th: Alexandre Tharaud Recital - Bach Goldberg Variations at Merton College Chapel Friday 5th: Participants' Recital at Jacqueline du Pré Music Building Saturday 6th: Julia Hsu and Peter Serkin Duo Recital at Sheldonian Theatre Time: 8pm. Prices and more information at www.oxfordphil.com.

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

Kieran Stiles Art Studios Folly Bridge, Oxford. Tel: 07967 075367. Web: www.artcoursesoxford.com E-mail: kieran@artcoursesoxford.com A range of beginner and advanced courses in painting, printmaking and life drawing with a professional artist and experienced, qualified teacher.

Mid-week and weekend tuition in a friendly atmosphere. Group sessions, all day workshops and individual tutorials. Exhibition space available. All in the inspiring setting of Folly Bridge, Oxford.

Modern Art Oxford 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford, OX1 1BP. Tel: 01865 722 733. Web: www.modernartoxford.org.uk Founded in 1966, Modern Art Oxford is one of the UK’s most exciting and influential contemporary art spaces with an international reputation for ambitious and innovative projects. The gallery is open to all and all our exhibitions and events are completely free of charge, unless stated. We aim to make contemporary art accessible and engaging to the widest audience through presentation and participation.

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

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

Christ Church Picture Gallery The Beautiful Everyday:

Old Master Drawings Transforming the Mundane into Art 15 July - 17 October 2016

Opening Times: Mon - Sat: 10.30am - 5pm, Sun: 2 - 5pm (Open Daily)

Christ Church, Oxford Entrance via Oriel Square Admission: £4/£2 Tel: 01865 276172 www.chch.ox.ac.uk/gallery

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Summer Exhibition 9th July - 27th August 2016 www.wisegal.com Tel: 01865 515 123 40-41 South Parade Summertown Oxford OX2 7JL

Sanders of Oxford Antique Prints & Maps

Sanders of Oxford, situated in the 17th century Salutation Inn, has long been a landmark on the High Street. Our selection of prints and maps, dating from 16th – 20th Centuries, is extensive and encompasses a wide range of subjects, engravers and prices.

On display in the gallery at the moment we have a fantastic collection of early maps of Oxford, Great Britain and the rest of the World alongside some of the finest printed views of our 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

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Further Information Rare prints and maps, engravings, 20th Century etchings and views of Oxford the famous University city. This shop may appear small but it holds a vast collection of treasures!

Six Things I loved ✓ The vast range of prints available ✓ The interesting history of Sanders and the building ✓ The passionate members of staff ✓ The magic lantern glasses showing 3D images of Oxford ✓ The traveller friendly atmosphere ✓ Hearing about the oldest print from 1570!

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Sanders of Oxford Reviewed by Elouise Powell Monday 30th May

Oxford’s High Street houses many treasures, but none more than Sanders, a quaint and unusual print shop steeped in history much like the rest of the beautiful city of Oxford.

Upon entering the medieval building dating back to the 16th Century, I am blown away with the surprising size of not only the space, but also of the collection of rare prints and stunning maps. I am greeted by passionate and knowledgeable staff, and feel comfortable exploring at my own pace knowing that they are ready to help source prints of particular interest if need be. There are very few general print shops left in the UK, however those of us living in, or visiting Oxford have the privilege to see first-hand one of the largest print sellers in Britain, and the only one of its kind outside of London still trading.

Everything about Sanders ignites a passion for history, from the outstanding building with its creaky wooden floorboards to the vast stock of more than 30,000 antique items some dating back to the 16th Century.

This gem of a shop carries something for everyone, from caricatures, portraits, and maritime prints to maps, mezzotints and sporting images all in stunning condition, perfect for gifts, art work, educational references and collections.

Many presume that fine art print is admired only by the older generation; however Sanders are bringing their creative flair into modern times by adding contemporary pieces which are bold and fun, including prints sourced from Oxford printmakers such as Joseph Winkelman and Ben Pritchard with spectacular aquatints, etchings, and linocuts, all unique in their own way. If vibrant colours are of interest, Sanders has a wide selection of contemporary graphic prints including alphabet illustrations, satires and glass fronted box sculptures displaying three-dimensional imagery, by John Dilnot.

As I wander further around the quirky range of items, the increasingly popular selection of 18th, 19th and early 20th Century Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints catch my eye. Not only are they amazingly graphical pieces, but Sanders is one of the only galleries selling these masterpieces outside of the capital. The artwork is delicate and opulent in shades of vibrant reds, calming blues and luscious greens. The prints illustrate beautiful blooming flowers, traditional Asian landscapes and elegant geishas, all definitely worth viewing to admire their fine details. It’s not an easy task to describe such a unique shop; you truly do have to visit to see its appeal. So, head to Sanders this summer and you will find the treasures you have always been searching for.

Salutation House, 104 High St, Oxford OX1 4BW Tel: 01865 242590 Web: www.sandersofoxford.com www.livinginoxford.com

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Oxfordshire Accommodation Macdonald Randolph Hotel Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN. Tel: 01865 256400. Web: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/randolph Oxford’s leading hotel - The AA Five star Macdonald Randolph - is situated in the heart of the city opposite the world famous Ashmolean Museum. Built in 1864 and recently refurbished, the hotel offers each guest the highest level of comfort and service in a traditional and welcoming environment.

The location makes the Macdonald Randolph Hotel an ideal base for exploring the historic sights of Oxford or the thriving shopping centre just two minutes walk away.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stella & Dot Web: www.stelladot.co.uk A social selling company that creates flexible entrepreneurial opportunities for women. Our boutique-style jewellery and accessories line is available exclusively through in-home Trunk Shows by Independent Stylists and online. Get in touch with your local Independent Stylist, Jana Saunders, on 07763 743783 or visit www.stelladot.co.uk/janasaunders

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.

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

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Oxfordshire Sport Oxford University Rugby Football Club Jackdaw Lane, Iffley Road, Oxford OX4 1SR. Tel: 01865 432000. Web: www.ourfc.org.uk Oxford University Rugby Football Club (OURFC) has a long and illustrious history of sporting distinction and remains one of the world's leading and most renowned amateur rugby clubs.

All home matches take place at the Iffley Road Stadium.

For further details please visit our website or call 01865 432000

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

Oxford City Football Club Marsh Ln, Oxford OX3 0NQ. Tel: 01865 744493. Web: www.oxfordcityfc.co.uk Oxford City FC has been in existence for at least 132 years. Oxford City FC is home to Oxford City Nomads, Oxford City Futsal, Oxford City Ladies & Girls, and Oxford City Casuals. Home games are held at Marsh Lane in Marston, near Oxford. Matchday admission and season tickets can be purchased at our website.

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

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Kirtlington Golf Club

Reviewed by Colin Rosser Sunday 3rd July

It was threatening rain when I arrived at Kirtlington on an overcast May evening to play golf against the Golf and Pro Shop Manager of the club, Gary Quainton. As Gary plays off 5 and I struggle to play off 19, a good old thrashing looked even more threatening.

Kirtlington Golf Club is celebrating it’s 21st birthday this October and they have plenty to celebrate.

In addition to the 6107 yard Par 70, 18 hole course that we played, they have also recently opened a 1535 yard Par 30, 9 hole course. The latter is of course aimed more at the beginner but also caters for those that want a quick nine holes at any time of day.

The club have a thriving membership and are a favourite of many golfing societies for their away days. On the evening we played, the clubhouse and dining room was full of members of a local police federation golf day, who seemed to be having a great time.

The main course has two par fives, both of which are nearly 500 yards, but even more testing are the 5 par 4’s of around 400 yards.

One of the par 3’s is over 200 yards!

There is not a lot of water , which I managed to find of course, but there are a good number of bunkers and the rough, as we go through the summer, gets more of a problem. Like most courses, staying on the fairway is the key and I certainly gained from having Gary’s local knowledge to call on.

Unbelievably I managed to halve our match on the 18th green and even more unbelievable was the fact that the 18 holes had taken us under 3and 1/2 hours! Mind you I think Gary went easy on me but as he said, I played to my handicap so you must have played to yours!

Afterwards we retired to the bar and had a refreshing pint. There is a fantastic atmosphere at the club, they do great food and drink and the staff are amazing.

There is a well stocked professionals shop, where coaching is available from a PGA professional, driving range and short game practice area.

If you are looking for a progressive golf club with a challenging course you could not find better.

They have many very interesting packages available, both personal and corporate, which can be seen on their website.

Kirtlington Golf Club, Near Bletchingdon, Oxfordshire, OX5 3JY Tel: 01865 351133 Web: www.kirtlingtongolfclub.com www.livinginoxford.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Oxfordshire Restaurants Contemporary Acanthus Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN. Tel: 01865 256410. Web: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/randolph The restaurant at the Macdonald Randolph Hotel has recently just won its second AA rosette for its cuisine and features contemporary menus in an unrivalled setting with fabulous views of the city. If a more relaxed atmosphere is desired for a quiet drink then the Morse Bar provides a peaceful environment in which you can relax and unwind in after a busy day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French Pierre Victoire 9 Little Clarendon St, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 316616. Web: www.pierrevictoire.co.uk Enjoy our authentically cooked, traditional dishes in an informal environment at reasonable prices, the way the French do… Choose from a variety of fixed price menus, which we change with the seasons, focusing on local, fresh produce! We offer a 3 course lunch or early Pre Theatre supper for £11.50 and an evening 3 course Prix Fixe for £23.50! We love parties whether its Christenings, Birthdays, Graduations or even Retirements, offer an incredible £21.00 menu, and can cater for groups up to 60 ...! Rustic and friendly, with lots of candles, providing great food, value and service!

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

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La Cucina are now offering a fantastic takeaway service!

Vouch Offers Acanthus at Macdonald Randolph Hotel

£30 dining experience for just £15 Enjoy Macdonald Randolph Hotel’s brand new restaurant, Acanthus. Hurry – these will go fast!

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Nightlife Angels Little Clarendon Street, Oxford. OX1 2HS. Tel: 01865 544244. Web: www.angelsbar.co.uk Step into Angels and journey through cocktail history. Choose between the first vintage mixes or new trends perfected in the Angels laboratory, all carefully crafted by our expert bartenders.

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

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

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

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Tuesday 1st November, 2016 The Town Hall, Oxford

TICKETS ON SALE 1ST AUGUST 2016 For advanced orders call 01865 742211 Your ticket includes: · Pre dinner Laurent-Perrier champagne and canapé reception · Wine courtesy of The Oxford Wine Company · 3 course meal sponsored by Aldens, prepared by three Oxfordshire restaurants with the assistance of students from City of Oxford College · Coffee courtesy of Beanbags Coffee · Presentation of Awards with special guests DRESS CODE: Black Tie

TICKETS: Nominees: £95+VAT Tables of 10: £1,500+VAT Other Guests: £150+VAT

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Lunch at Acanthus Written by Richard Rosser

Be honest. How often do you sit down for a proper lunch? By proper I mean at least two courses, sat in the same place for at least an hour, not a quick sandwich on the go or a biscuit with your tea which will somehow see you through to your evening meal. Business lunches, it seems, are a thing of the past but I think I’ve pretty well singlehandedly revived them over the past two months at Acanthus…to great effect for all concerned.

When I was asked by Macdonald Randolph Hotel’s General Manager, Michael Grange, to introduce B4’s customers to the refurbished Acanthus Restaurant over the summer, neither Michael nor I could have foreseen the number of Asparagus and Green Bean risotto’s I would help shift, the amount of Halibut I would personally consume or the surprising level of abstinence when it comes to enjoying a glass or two of wine with a meal.

Light, airy and with an unsurpassed level of service and food, there’s little to want for. The restaurant has been given a new lease of life with a more relaxed atmosphere, soothing music and an interaction with the outside world which was previously missing.

But that’s the nub of the problem for any hotel restaurant isn’t it? How to cater for the residents without putting up barriers to the public? Well, Acanthus has made two smart moves to counter this. Firstly, Acanthus can be accessed via Magdalen Street so you don’t have to make your way through hotel reception declaring ‘I’m only here for the restaurant, sorry!!!’ and secondly, the new Cartoon Champagne Bar has been strategically placed at the back of Acanthus to further attract customers in from Magdalen Street.

And it’s working. We’ve seen a mixture of families celebrating graduations to Chinese tourists to….other business lunches. Come to think of it, the business lunch trade is really picking up and that’s because this is a great place for a business lunch. The menu is excellent and structured so that the fabulous new kitchen can get the dishes out quick smart.

So what’s the conclusion after twenty five meals and let’s say one hundred courses between my guests and I? Well, to state the obvious, I’ve had to err on the side of caution when it comes to watching what I eat and the menu provides some safe calorie options…plenty of fish! Out of the one hundred dishes I’ve seen served to the table we’ve had two sent back (including one of mine – well I have had 25% of them!) and well in excess of 80% clean plates. Now that’s a rough guide as to how well the food has gone down but I think you’ll agree, those numbers add up. Combine this with the great value for money and you have to say this is a great choice for lunch and also dinner.

Acanthus, Macdonald Randolph Hotel, Beaumont St, Oxford, OX1 2LN Tel: 01865 256410 Web: www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk www.livinginoxford.com

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