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Welcome to Living in Oxford I hope you’re ready to get out and about because this month’s edition is packed full of great things to do, see and eat!!! Our cover is adorned by our good friends at Creation Theatre who have two great productions for you this summer – As You Like It at Lady Margaret Hall and Alice at St Hugh’s. Creation productions are always great fun and definitely for all the family! For food lovers out there don’t miss the Foodies Festival in South Parks from 29th to 31st August and if you’re looking for restaurants then read our reviews for The Rose, The Feathers and Cherwell Boathouse. If you’ve got friends coming to stay or you’d like a change of scenery, visit The Oxford Hotel or, for a taste of college life, Lady Margaret Hall. If you haven’t yet climbed aboard a City Sightseeing bus before, make sure you read our review and take a different look at our beautiful city. There’s also our Living in Oxford Awards favourite event, Blenheim Palace Horse Trials, celebrating their 25th anniversary this year (event 17th to 20th September) and if you’re looking to push your own boundaries, read our Rock Solid review of the Oxford Brookes climbing wall. Have a great month. Richard Rosser Editor, Living In Oxford Magazine

Contents Oxfordshire Events

Oxfordshire Accommodation

Oxfordshire Kids

Oxfordshire Shopping

Oxfordshire Attractions

Oxford City Centre Map

Oxfordshire Theatre

County Map

Oxfordshire Cinema

Oxfordshire Sports

Oxfordshire Music

Oxfordshire Restaurants

Oxfordshire Art & Antiques

Oxfordshire Health & Beauty

Oxfordshire Education

Oxfordshire Services

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Lead Article: Creation Theatre

Picture the scene: a balmy summer evening, a beautiful college garden setting and an exceptional performance of a classic story. Oxford’s own Creation Theatre has been creating magical evenings all across the city for 19 years. This summer two new adaptations will pop up on the lawns of two Oxford Colleges.

Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials

It’s 25 years since Blenheim Palace ran the first international three star horse trials in its spectacular grounds and the event has grown from strength to strength in that time and today offers a really amazing day out at this iconic venue for all of the family.

The Rose

I visited The Rose on a sunny Wednesday afternoon. The tea room come café is ideally located along Oxford’s bustling High Street and within easy walking distance from the Town Centre.

• Foodies Festival

• City Sightseeing

• The Oxford Hotel

• Lady Margaret Hall

• The Cherwell Boathouse

• The Feathers

• Brookes Sport Climbing Wall

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Lead Article: Creation Theatre Company Picture the scene: a balmy summer evening, a beautiful college garden setting and an exceptional performance of a classic story. Oxford’s own Creation Theatre has been creating magical evenings all across the city for 19 years. This summer two new adaptations will pop up on the lawns of two Oxford Colleges: Lady Margaret Hall and St Hugh’s College.

As You Like It

Lady Margaret Hall 28 July – 12 September Leave your seats behind and travel with us through formal gardens and riverside woodland, as we take to the forests of 1940s occupied France. Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece is the ultimate open air theatre experience this summer. There’ll be a witty heroine dressed as a boy, battling brothers, a wrestling match and, on top of that, we’ll throw in a lion attack for good measure. Tickets £22 adults, £20 concessions. Most performances Tuesday-Saturday, see website for schedule. 7:30pm August, 7pm September, selected matinees 2:30pm. “Creation Theatre Company continue to push the boundaries when it comes to staging Shakespeare” Daily Telegraph “If you’re a visitor in Oxford and you only have time for one cultural experience, make it this” The Oxford Times

Alice

St Hugh’s College 18 August – 13 September Take a trip to Wonderland and follow the White Rabiit through the beautiful gardens of St Hugh’s College, pausing by the flowerbeds to meet the Chershire Cat, Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee, and of course the Red Queen playing croquet on the lawn. With daytime matinees and grown-up evening shows, we’ll be adding magic, music, puppetry and acrobatics to one of Oxford’s most famous stories. A celebration of 150 years of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland. Tickets £20 adults, £16 children, £18 other concessions. Most performances Tuesday-Sunday, see website for schedule. 7:30pm August, 7pm September, selected matinees 2:30pm and 5pm. “Creation Theatre Company’s Performances always hit the mark” The Guardian “Creation Theatre Company is the jewel in the crown of the Oxford arts” BBC p.s. Both performances are weatherproof - in the case of bad weather they’ll transfer to an indoor back up venue, so the show always goes on!

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Tuesday 6th October, 2015 The Town Hall, Oxford

TICKETS ON SALE NOW Your ticket includes: • Pre dinner Laurent Perrier champagne and canapé reception • Pre dinner aperitif courtesy of the Cotswolds Distillery • Wine courtesy of The Oxford Wine Company • 3 course meal sponsored by Aldens • Students from City of Oxford College will be preparing and serving your food • Post dinner liqueur courtesy of Cognac Frapin • Coffee courtesy of Beanbags Coffee • Presentation of Awards with special guests Dress Code: Black Tie

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Oxfordshire Events Blenheim Palace Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PP Tel: 01993 810530 Web: www.blenheimpalace.com

Marie Curie Walk to Remember Saturday 8th August: Marie Curie is encouraging people in Oxfordshire to get together with friends and family and walk 10k around Blenheim Palace to raise money for people living with a terminal illness. After the walk, which starts at 6.30pm, everyone can enjoy an evening of celebrations as the sun goes down, including live music and picnics. Registration is £10 per person (children under 16 go free; on the night adult registration is £20) and there is a minimum fundraising ask of £100, which pays for five hours of care from Marie Curie.

Family Cycling Day Sunday 16th August: Enjoy this once-a-year exclusive opportunity to cycle around the picturesque Parkland here 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. First aid staff will be on site. There is no age restriction for children to participate in the Family Cycling Day, but children must wear the appropriate safety equipment and be escorted by adults.

Blenheim Palace Festival of Transport Sunday 30th - Monday 31st August: Blenheim Palace offers a superb venue for our Festival of Transport. Sunday 30th August will feature the Classic Car Show and Monday 31st August will include not only the Classic Cars, but also motorcycles, Minis and VW’s, Customs, Hot Rods and Americans, Kit and Sports Cars. This two day event has the added bonus of vehicle judging and an experienced motor commentator to talk us through the day’s events. Time: 10.00 - 17.30

The Oxfordshire Museum Park Street, Woodstock, OX20 1SN. T: 01993 811456. Web: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/oxfordshiremuseum

Children’s activities at Oxfordshire Museum Go Wild With RSPB Thursday 6th August: Come along and meet the RSPB team, make a bird feeder and do a wildlife quiz (10am-4pm) Trash Talking Tuesday 11th August: In partnership with the Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum, join our junk modelling jamboree, linking to our Treasure from Trash exhibition. You Deserve a Medal Tuesday 18th August: Are you an ace recycler? Use everyday waste materials to make yourself a medal to wear. Be inspired by our ‘Treasures from Trash’ exhibition. Joint event with the Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum. Incredible Insects Tuesday 20th August: Alice met the Rocking-Horse-Fly in the story ‘Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There.’ Make your own amazing insect to take home and see a dress worn by the real Alice.

Waterperry Gardens Nr. Wheatley, Oxfordshire, OX33 1JZ. Tel: 01844 339254 Web: www.waterperrygardens.co.uk

Fairy ‘Tail’ Trails 24th July – 6th September: Family fun for the children in the Summer Holidays. Who’s afraid of the big bad wolf...? Explore the ornamental gardens using directions and fairy ‘tail’ themed clues to find the characters and secret punches for your adventure. A prize for every child at the end of their journey! £3 per child (compass supplied). Children must be accompanied by an adult for whom the normal garden entrance fee applies.

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Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PP Tel: 01993 813335 Web: www.blenheimhorse.co.uk Thursday 17th - Sunday 20th September: The Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials are now firmly established in the eventing calendar. It has been running since 1990, attracting the world’s best riders and the thousands of spectators who come each year to watch the event. The Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials is known as a ‘3-day event’, even though the actual event is run over four days! This is because the event is made up of three phases: Dressage, Cross Country and Show Jumping, with the Dressage phase taking place over the first two days. Please visit www.blenheimhorse.co.uk for more information.

Oxford Castle Unlocked 44-46 Oxford Castle, Oxford, OX1 1AY. Tel: 01865 260666 Web: www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk

Oxford Shakespeare Festival Until 15th August: Oxford Castle Unlocked will play host to a brand new festival for the City in summer 2015 as the Oxford Shakespeare Festival is launched with 8 weeks of scintillating theatre performances in the attraction’s historic Castleyard. From Monday 22 June until Saturday 15 August, four productions will grace the outdoor stage, with the stunning castle as its backdrop. The line-up is as follows: As You Like It, Romeo & juliet, Titus Andronicus, The Comedy of Errors. See www.oxfordshakespearefestival.com for more info.

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SUMMER EVENINGS AT THE CASTLE Where better to while away the leisurely summer evenings than in the historic surroundings of Oxford Castle Quarter. With a fantastic range of bars and restaurants and a host of exciting events throughout the season – from food festivals to Shakespeare - come and discover summer at the Castle.

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Oxfordshire Events Experience Oxfordshire 15-16 Broad Street Oxford OX1 3AS. Tel: 01865 252885. Web: www.oxfordinspires.org Experience Oxfordshire is pleased to promote the many wonderful cultural events, shows, exhibitions and festivals that take place across the city and county. Information on arts and events: www.visitoxfordandoxfordshire.org/whats-on

Much Ado About Nothing 21st July – 2nd August: One golden afternoon on 4 July 150 years ago, Charles Dodgson took the 10-year-old Alice Liddell and her sisters on a boating picnic up the River Thames in Oxford. To amuse the children he told them a story about a little girl, sitting bored by a riverbank, who finds herself tumbling down a rabbit hole into a topsy-turvy world. Alice’s Day is a yearly celebration of Alice In Wonderland co-ordinated by The Story Museum and packed with fun events in The Bodleian, Ashmolean, Museum of Natural History & Pitt Rivers, Botanic Gardens and many more venues, transforming Oxford into Wonderland for one magical day. www.storymuseum.org.uk

As You Like It 28th July – 12th September: After last year’s stunning Macbeth Creation Theatre Company returns to Lady Margaret Hall to present the most charming of comedies. Open air in the college’s extensive gardens there’ll be a wrestling match, just the right amount of cross-dressing and the most maudlin clown you’ve ever met. www.creationtheatre.co.uk

The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre August: The great little award-winning Museum features three interactive galleries as well as free drop-in crafts every day, and free storytelling at weekends and during the Buckinghamshire school holidays. www.roalddahl.com/museum

Wilderness Festival 6th – 9th August: Wilderness Festival at Cornbury Park: Four day-festival of great music, arts and theatre, good quality food and drinks, outdoor activities and workshops, all set in a world-class 800-year old deer park. www.wildernessfestival.com

The Big Feastival 28th – 30th August: The Big Feastival at Alex James’s Farm Kingham: Jamie Oliver and Alex James present a unique weekend celebration of music, food and fun for all the family, set on Alex’s idyllic Cotswolds farm. Enjoy music, browse local producer stands, join a cookery class, keep little and big kids happy in the fun-filled Little Dudes Den, join an arts & crafts workshop, enjoy the Big Top games or take a spin round the vintage funfair. www.jamieoliver.com

Towersey Festival 28th – 31st August: Towersey Festival at Thame Showground: Four days and nights of the best Acoustic, Folk, Blues, World and Americana, with first class stages, massive family appeal, wonderful camping, arts, crafts, theatre, hands-on workshops, film and a sprinkling of Festival Magic in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside. www.towerseyfestival.com

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We have a very special event taking place in August. Please check our events page on the website: www.blackwell.co.uk Tickets are available from our Customer Service Department, Blackwell’s Bookshop, 48-51 Broad Street, Oxford. Telephone: 01865 333623 We hope to see you at one of our events soon!

Blackwell’s Summer Folk Evening Kelly Oliver and Daria Kulesh

Wednesday 5th August at 7pm - 9pm. Tickets: £5

We are delighted to be hosting two up and coming folk singers for an evening of music in our coffee shop. Refreshments will also be available to purchase and we will be offering a 10% discount on all full price items to guests during the interval.This is sure to be an extremely special evening. Both Kelly’s and Daria’s albums are available to purchase in store now.

Blackwell’s Walking Tours Tickets: £8 (concessions £7)

The Literary Tour. Tuesdays at 2pm and Thursdays at 11am. Discover the University and City where authors such as Dorothy L. Sayers and T.S.Eliot lived and learned. The Inklings Tour. Wednesdays at 11.45am. A must for fans of J.R.R.Tolkien and C.S.Lewis. Visit their favourite haunts from their Oxford days. The Architectural Oxford Tour. Fridays at 2pm. Here is your opportunity to take in the splendid architecture of our beautiful city. To book these tours, please call 01865 333602 or email: oxford@blackwell.co.uk

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Foodies Festival’s Bank Holiday Feast Oxford South Parks 29,30,31st August Prepare for you senses to be over-taken this summer as Foodies Festival returns to Oxford South Parks 29,30,31st to celebrate their 10th anniversary with a taste-bud-tickling feast of everything food and drink. You’ll be spoilt for choice for where to start on arrival at the festival, with new food and drink theatres to choose from, delicious smells wafting from the Street Food Avenue and a Giant Pimm’s Teapot and Mojito Ship serving refreshing cocktails. We recommend starting your day in the Aga Rangemaster Chefs’ Theatre with a cookery demonstration from the finest culinary talents and celebrity chefs, including MasterChef winners Ping Coombes and Tim Anderson, Janos Veres from Heston Blumenthal’s Hinds Head and food writers Anne Shooter and Xanthe Clay; you’ll leave feeling inspired to experiment with new flavours and ingredients in your kitchen at home. If that has whet your appetite, head to the Street Food Avenue for a flavour adventure around the world - this isn’t just burgers and hotdogs - Thai, Mexican, African, Japanese, Argentinian, Korean, French, German and Spanish are just some of the cuisines you can feast on. MasterChef winner Ping Coombes’ is also launching her ‘Chairman Ping’ pop-up, serving Malaysian favourites including her signature Bao Bun. Head to the Producers’ Market where you can sample and shop from over 150 artisan producers selling everything from award winning cheese to pink gin. There’s even more new foods and flavours to discover in the new Tasting Theatre, where you can take a ‘Confectionary Made Easy’ class with chocolate expert Fiona Sciolti or try a sausage making and tasting masterclass with the kings of sausage Great British Sausage. You can also take a wine and cheese pairing classes, or if champagne and craft beer is more your thing, head to the Drinks Theatre and sip on the finest champagnes and craft beers with experts Charles Metcalfe, Neil Phillips and Melissa Cole. There’s a Cake & Bake Theatre and Village for those with a sweet tooth, a Childrens Cookery School and a Chilli Market if you like it hot! And if you like it really hot, then enter the daily Chilli-Eating Competition and try and break the 16 million scoville record. After a day of feasting and fun, relax and soak in the atmosphere with live music from the Entertainment Stage – the perfect day out this summer with family and friends.

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Party at the Palace?! It’s 25 years since Blenheim Palace ran the first international three star horse trials in its spectacular grounds and the event has grown from strength to strength in that time and today offers a really amazing day out at this iconic venue for all of the family. Taking place on 17 - 20 September, to celebrate their 25th anniversary the organisers have lots going on in addition to the CCI3* and the 8&9 year old horse CIC3* - both of which attract some of the world’s best and most well known names in eventing such as William Fox Pitt, Pippa Funnell, Andrew Nicholson, and Zara Philipps to name a few! The event has hundreds of shopping opportunities, food, drink and craft halls, bars and catering outlets, a cookery theatre, children’s attractions, lots of displays, demonstrations and meet the stars opportunities, plus fun horse jumping classes including bareback without saddles!, highest jumper and a field masters gate jump class, where they have to remove their shirts if they knock the fence down! Plus there are championship and challenge classes for amateur riders aspiring to reach the top and even a fun ride for those who just like to ride through beautiful countryside. The horse trials is one of the most highly regarded in the Eventing calendar since it provides an extremely challenging competition at one of the highest level in the sport in an iconic venue renown for its inspiring cross country course with spectacular water crossings across the River Glyme, undulating ground conditions and of course amazing main arena backdrop of Blenheim Palace for the show jumping finale of this three phase sport where only the best all rounder is crowned ‘champion’. Whether you are an equine fan or not, the competition is action packed and very exciting and there is lots to see throughout the four days. There are lots of different ticket types to meet a wide variety of needs from simple admission through to luxury full day hospitality. Tickets booked in advance through the web start from just £10 for an adult with children under 12 getting in free and there are picnic passes from £60 for a ‘car full’ at the weekend. For more information and to book tickets go online at www.blenheimhorse.co.uk

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxon, OX20 1PS Tel: 01993 813335 Web: www.blenheimhorse.co.uk www.livinginoxford.com

Oxfordshire Kids Cornerstone Arts Centre 25 Station Road, Didcot, Oxon, OX11 7NE. Booking: 01235 515144. Web: www.cornerstone-arts.org

Rosie’s Magic Horse Sunday 27th September: Little Rosie collects ice-lolly sticks and puts them in an old box. As Rosie dreams of helping her parents pay off the bills her stick collection dreams of becoming something greater. And so, at the stroke of midnight, magic and dreams collide and a horse gallops out of the box! There begins an adventure like none other: ice-lolly mountains by the sea, caskets of gold, and scurvy pirates. Prices: £8, £6.50 (concs), £24 (family ticket) Age guide: 3+ and families

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!

Pitt Rivers Museum South parks Road Oxford, OX1 3PP Tel: 01865 270927 Web: www.prm.ox.ac.uk Afternoon Explorers: Printing Monday 17th August: Get arty and practice your printing techniques using the museum for inspiration. 13.00 – 16.00 Pitt Stop: Pitt Fest- Handmade! Saturday 5th September: Join us on the University Museum lawn for our third annual Pitt Fest. Take part in a range of creative hands-on crafts from around the world. 11.00 – 17.00 Under 5 event: Dot to Dot Thursday 10th September: Explore Aboriginal art and create your own dotty masterpiece. Especially for under 5s. 10.30 – 12.30, 14.00 – 16.00

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

Room On The Broom Tuesday 25th - Saturday 29th August: The witch and her cat are flying happily along on their broomstick when a stormy wind blows the witch’s hat, bow and wand away into the night. A helpful dog, bird and frog find the witch’s lost things and all hop on the broom for a ride. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and – CRACK! - it snaps in two! When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor witch? And will there ever be room on the broom for everyone?

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

Chicken Licken Saturday 26th September: Lively and witty adaptation of classic barnyard tales that will have anyone over the age of three chuckling with delight. A baby chick is born and thinks the sky is falling down. On the way to tell the King, she meets Henny Penny, Ducky Lucky & Turkey Lurkey, but there’s a shocking surprise...! Tickets: £8.00 Concession: £6.00 Times: 11am & 2pm

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

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

Carfax Tower Junction of St Aldates and High Street, Oxford OX1 4AZ. Tel: 01865 792653. Open: 10.00 to 3pm. Admission: £2.50, Children £1.50. In 1818 St Martin’s church was rebuilt complete with tower. However, the church, apart from its tower, was demolished in 1896. The tower is all that remains today. Two ‘quarter boys’ who hit the bells at every quarter hour adorn the east facade of the church clock. Climb up 99 steps to get a sweeping view of Oxford’s spires. Open 10am-3pm Nov - Feb, Admission £2.50, Children £1.50.

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

Tourist Information Centre 15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS.Tel: 01865 252037. Email: owtours@visitoxfordshire.org Web: visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com The Tourist information Centre staff provide an extensive range of services to help make your stay enjoyable and memorable. We offer a wide range of guides, maps, souvenirs and local produce. We also can guide you to the best Oxfordshire has to offer. We are also the home of Official Guided Walking Tours, the best way to explore Oxford on foot. See in store or get in contact with us by Tel: 01865 252037 Email: wtours@oxford.gov.uk

Cherwell Boathouse - Punting Bardwell Road, Oxford, OX2 6ST (1 mile from the town centre). Tel: 01865 515978. Web: www.cherwellboathouse.co.uk Enjoy the quintessential Oxford experience punting on the River Cherwell. With over 70 hand built punts, boats and canoes. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon in a beautiful tranquil environment on the river.

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University Church of St. Mary the Virgin High Street, Oxford OX1 4BJ. Tel: 01865 279111. Web: www.university-church.ox.ac.uk St Mary’s is situated at the historic heart of the City and University of Oxford. Thought to be the oldest university building in the world, the Tower was built in 1280, and the University’s reference library was added in 1320. It is worth the climb of 124 steps to make it to the top to enjoy fine uninterrupted views across Oxford and the surrounding countryside. Open: 9am to 5pm (July and August 9am-6pm). Tower Admission: Adult £3, Children (under 16) £2.50.

Didcot Railway Centre Didcot, Oxon, OX11 7NJ. Tel: 01235 817200. Web: www.didcotrailwaycentre.org.uk Home of the Great Western Society and its unique collection of Great Western Railway steam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings and small relics and a recreation of Brunel’s broad gauge railway. Summer Steamdays: All weekends & Wednesdays in August, & Monday 31 August.

Buscot Park & The Faringdon Collection Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 8BU. Tel: 01367 240932. (Information Line). Web: www.buscotpark.com Family home of Lord Faringdon, who looks after the property on behalf of the National Trust, together with the family collection of pictures, furniture, ceramics and objets d’art, known as the Faringdon Collection. Includes Burne-Jones’s famous series, The legend of the Briar Rose.The enchanting gardens contain the spectacular Water Garden designed by Harold Peto in 1904 for the first Lord Faringdon. See website for more details www.buscotpark.com

Oxford Official Guided Walking Tours 15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS.Tel: 01865 252037. Email: owtours@visitoxfordshire.org Web: visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com What better way to discover our beautiful city than on foot? The Official Guided Walking Tours are a fascinating and entertaining way to explore and learn about this unique city, its history, University, famous people and odd traditions. Oxford Official Guided Walking Tours cover a wide range of topics from an introduction to the city and its University to Inspector Morse, Harry Potter, J.R.R. Tolkien and more.

Crocodiles of the World Burford Road, Brize Norton, Oxfordshire OX18 3NX. Tel: 01993 846353. Web: www.crocodilesoftheworld.co.uk We’re the UK’s only crocodile zoo with over 80 crocodiles and 12 different species. We’re open weekly on Sundays between 9.00am and 4.30pm. We also have guided tours running every Saturday afternoon and other selected days, and are open for group visits and private tours.

Wychwood Brewery Eagle Maltings, The Crofts, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 4DP. Tel: 01993 890 800. Web: www.wychwood.co.uk Hand-crafted fine beers and organic ales from the famous Oxfordshire brewer. Wychwood Brewery is an English brewery founded by Paddy Glenny in 1983, and located in the town of Witney, Oxfordshire in the United Kingdom. It is owned by Refresh UK, a subsidiary of Marstons plc.

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City Sightseeing Reviewed by Isabelle Saers Wednesday 8th July

A very popular way amongst tourists to experience Oxford, the beautiful University City, is to take a ride in the City Sightseeing bus. It is definitely one of the most efficient ways to see as much as possible, with its hour-long route and 20 stops at the landmarks and historical sites. Even though I have lived in Oxford for nine months now, going on the guided bus tour with City Sightseeing was surprisingly informative. Regardless if you are a tourist, visiting Oxford for a couple of days, or if you, like me, have spent months or even years in this lovely city, the bus tour will teach you more interesting things about it. The double-decker bus allows you to sit either downstairs or upstairs, and if you choose to sit on the upper deck, you can either do it under or without a roof. With the English weather in mind, this is very advantageous since it might be sunny one minute and the next one it is pouring down. Seated on the upper deck of the characteristic red bus, my friend and I enjoyed the sun while the recorded commentary, which was available in ten languages, told us anecdotes about the places we passed. On some departures, there is also a live guide who compliments the audio guide, but we only had access to the audio. That guide was rather brief, but it was enough since we got the most important details and facts. Some of the most popular stops of the tour were Christ Church, Sheldonian Theatre, Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College, Trinity College and Castle Unlocked. A big advantage by going with the City Sightseeing buses is that you can jump off at any stop, explore the sight and later jump on the next bus to continue the tour. The ticket is either valid for 24 or 48 hours, which is convenient if you visit Oxford for a weekend and want to have time to experience it. You are also provided with a leaflet with a map of the route, timetables for some of the bus stops and offers regarding some of the sights along the route. When the circuit was complete and my friend and I had seen all the stops, from Oxford Railway Station to Randolph Hotel, we were both amazed with how much we actually had missed during our time here and how many new things we had learnt about our beloved city.

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Oxfordshire Theatre Cornerstone Arts Centre Station Rd, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11. Tel: 01235 515144. Web: www.cornerstone-arts.org

7th Annual Beer & Music Festival Friday 31st July to Sunday 2nd August: Former Perrier Jazz Vocalist of the Year Julia Biel is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and multiinstrumentalist. Blazing a trail on the British music scene, Julia blends vocals reminiscent of the greats of jazz’s golden age with a poetic yet conversational lyrical style and a uniquely sharp perspective on contemporary life and love. Music from 6pm

Pocket Merchant Saturday 26th September: Propeller present a pocket-sized version of Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice. One of Shakespeare’s darkest plays will be brought to life using the company’s unique, revelatory style. Under the direction of Edward Hall (Waterloo Sunset,Chariots of Fire), Propeller’s all-male cast bring Shakespeare’s text alive with its invigorating, engaging and often funny approach to the play. After a gripping hour you are invited into the performance space to question the actors about the play, acting, Shakespeare, or in fact anything that comes to mind. Prices: £15, £13.50 (concs), £10 under 16s and schools (staff and students) Age guide: 11

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

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Wednesday 23rd September: An African woman arrives in a strange country fleeing for her life, seeking safety and asylum. Despite having committed no crime she is indefinitely confined, interrogated, humiliated and abused. She witnesses the cruelty of the authorities and their casual disregard for an individual’s human rights. This strange country is England. Tickets: £13.00 Concession: £11.00 Times: 8pm

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

Swinging at the Cotton Club Tuesday 8th September: Take a step back in time as The Jiving Lindy Hoppers and Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra recreate the sights and sounds of this swinging dance floor, with breathtaking dance displays to numbers from Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Fats Waller. Performed live by a stellar company of 16 dancers, musicians and singers.

East is East Monday 21st - Saturday 26th September: Following its sensational West End run, one of the best British comedies takes the nation by storm. Pakistani chipshop owner George Khan – ‘Genghis’ to his kids – is determined to give his children a strict Muslim upbringing in 1970s Salford. Household tension reaches breaking point as their long-suffering English mother, Ella, gets caught in the cross fire, her loyalties divided between her marriage and the free will of her children.

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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

Fantastic Four Four young outsiders teleport to an alternate and dangerous universe which alters their physical form in shocking ways. The four must learn to harness their new abilities and work together to save Earth from a former friend turned enemy.

The Man from U.N.C.L.E. In the early 1960s, CIA agent Napoleon Solo and KGB operative Illya Kuryakin participate in a joint mission against a mysterious criminal organization, which is working to proliferate nuclear weapons.

Absolutely Anything A group of eccentric aliens confer a human being with the power to do absolutely anything, as an experiment.

Hitman: Agent 47 An assassin teams up with a woman to help her find her father and uncover the mysteries of her ancestry.

Straight Outta Compton In 1987, five young men, using brutally honest rhymes and hardcore beats, put their frustration and anger about life in the most dangerous place in America into the most powerful weapon they had: their music. Taking us back to where it all began, Straight Outta Compton tells the true story of how these cultural rebels—armed only with their lyrics, swagger, bravado and raw talent.

Pixels In Pixels, when intergalactic aliens discover video feeds of classic arcade games and misinterpret them as a declaration of war, they attack the Earth, using the video games as the models for their assaults -- and nowU.S. President Cooper must call on his old-school arcade friends to save the world from being destroyed by PAC-MAN, Donkey Kong, Galaga, Centipede, and Space Invaders.

Max When Kyle Wincott is killed in the war, his war dog, Max, suffers from stress. Max is to be put down because he has trouble listening to anyone else, until he meets Justin, Kyle’s brother. Justin adopts and saves Max. Then both of their lives will never be the same again.

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Fallowfields Restaurant is located only 20 minutes from Oxford. This elegant country house is a small, independently owned, providing fine British dining. Head Chef Matt Weedon and his team use wonderful fresh produce, much of it grown or reared on its own farm. The restaurant faces south, overlooking a croquet lawn, and offers the perfect ambience at any time of day to enjoy a relaxing, peaceful and unrushed lunch or dinner. In the summer months, food and drinks can be taken on the terrace, with its uninterrupted view of the Ridgeway. The well-stocked bar, offers plenty of variety with a wide range of single malt whiskeys, five different gins and locally brewed bottled beer and ten different wines by the glass. Open Mon-Sun noon- 2.30pm, 7pm-10pm Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor, OX13 5BH stay@fallowfields.com www.fallowfields.com Tel: 01865 820416 www.livinginoxford.com

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Oxfordshire Music The Oxford Early Music Festival Exeter College Chapel, Turl Street, Oxford. Tickets: at the door or from The Oxford Playhouse Tel: 01865-305305 For group concessions, Tel: 07891-918826 All concerts start at 8:00pm

The award-winning period-instrument ensemble Charivari Agréable’s ‘Early Music by Candlelight’ Summer Festival 2015 Sun 2nd Aug: Ravish’d by Magic Tue 4th Aug: The Prince & the Pauper Wed 5th Aug: A Tre Violini Fri 7th Aug: Thy Word is a Lantern Tue 11th Aug: Ciacona Wed 12th Aug: Ravish’d by Magic Fri 14th Aug: Sacred Vivaldi Tue 18th Aug: The Prince & the Pauper Wed 19th Aug: Zephyr’s Dance Fri 21st Aug: Thy Word is a Lantern

Oxford Coffee Concerts

One of the top ten things to do in the UK (Observer) Nominated for the Royal Philharmonic Society Awards 2012. Every Sunday Morning at 11:15am. In the Wonderful Holywell Music Room ( Oldest Concert Hall in Europe) Coffee Served before and after the concert at the Kings Arms and Vaults Cafe.

9 August: Adderbury Ensemble With Viv Mclean (piano), David Lepage (violin), Chris Windass (viola), Katherine Sharman (cello) Andrew Davis (double bass), Schubert “Trout” Piano Quintet in A 16 August: Petr Limonov (piano) Mozart Sonata K330 in C major, Chopin 24 Preludes 23 August: Martyn Jackson (violin), Petr Limonov (piano), Mozart Sonata in G K379 Prokofiev 5 Melodies, Strauss violin sonata 30 August: Adderbury Ensemble With Viv Mclean (piano), David Lepage (violin), Chris Windass (violin), Katherine Sharman (cello), Mozart Piano Quartet in E flat, Faure Piano Quartet in C minor. 6 September: Adderbury Ensemble Viv Mclean (piano), David Lepage (violin), Catherine Leech (violin), Chris Windass (viola), Katherine Sharman (cello), Alwyn Preludes, Alwyn Viola Sonata, Bridge Piano Quintet, Supported be the Alwyn Foundation. £11 adults, £10 full time students, senior citizens and under 16s Free admission to children ages 5 -10 accompanied by an adult (under 5s not permitted entry) Tickets Available at the door or from Oxford Playhouse Tel: 01865 305305 Web: www.coffeeconcerts.com

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

The Listening Room Tuesday 1st September: Every month The Listening Room presents two to three emerging bands/artists from the local music scene and further afield, creating a platform to build connections between audiences, performers, and the wider community. The Listening Room is an opportunity for local musicians to play in a professional and intimate space and a chance for audiences to hear an eclectic range from the local scene and beyond. Tickets: £7 Time: 8pm (Doors 7.30pm)

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Oxfordshire Art & Antiques 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

Platform: Susannah Canning Wednesday 5th - Tuesday 18th August: Exploring the unique and potent nature of sound to encapsulate experience, history and memory, Canning’s work investigates encounters with place through the experience of walking. Drawing on the long history of walking as a way of inciting experience, she utilises sound to record her own experiences of the walks she makes. Transforming hours of recordings into audio walks, Canning invites her audience to re-engage with the fundamental acts of walking and listening through the catalyst of her own solitary walks.

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

Peter Care Sunday 23rd August: Peter Care still defines his practice as being closer to sculpture than to traditional painting as he uses the material (paint) in a very physical way. Applying thick, wet layers of pigment onto canvas forms the start of his working process; after covering the canvas first – he then begins the painting. Describing his work as “like painting in reverse”, Care proceeds to scrape, smear and remove the pigment from the canvas in various ways and in different directions to ultimately reveal the original construction beneath – albeit now in a transformed state.

Christ Church Picture Gallery Undisputed Masterpieces: General John Guise’s Swans Leonardo, Michelangelo, Titian 3 June - 5 October 2015 Opening Times Mon-Sat: 10.30am-5pm Sun: 2-5pm Christ Church, Oxford Entrance via Oriel Square Admission: £4/£2 Tel: 01865 276172 www.chch.ox.ac.uk/gallery

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Sanders of Oxford Antique Prints & Maps

Sanders of Oxford, situated in the 17th century Salutation Inn, has long been a landmark on the High Street. Our selection of prints and maps, dating from 16th â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 stunning collection of early maps of Oxford, Great Britain and the rest of the World alongside some of the rarest printed views of the University City.

104 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 242590. E-mail: info@sandersofoxford.com. Web: www.sandersofoxford.com. Admission: FREE. Open: Mon to Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 11am - 5pm

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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.

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.

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.

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Oxfordshire Accommodation Hotels Macdonald Randolph Hotel Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN. Tel: 01865 256400. Web: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/randolph Oxford’s leading hotel - The AA Five star Macdonald Randolph - is situated in the heart of the city opposite the world famous Ashmolean Museum. Built in 1864 and recently refurbished, the hotel offers each guest the highest level of comfort and service in a traditional and welcoming environment. The location makes the Macdonald Randolph Hotel an ideal base for exploring the historic sights of Oxford or the thriving shopping centre just two minutes walk away.

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

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

YHA 2a Botley Rd, Oxford OX2 0AB. Tel: 01865 727275. Web: www.yha.org.uk The best value budget accommodation in town. Centrally located with en-suite rooms, breakfast buffet, bar and Great British menu, YHA Oxford redefines what you can expect from a hostel. We offer 24 hr access, internet access, luggage store and private rooms all 5 minutes walk from the city centre.

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

Hawkwell House Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4DZ. Tel: 01865 749988. Web: www.hawkwellhouse.co.uk If you are looking for a hotel near Oxford or a wedding venue in Oxfordshire, there are few better-placed than Hawkwell House Hotel, which offers comfortable rooms in Iffley Village. The Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has something for everyone, including beautiful English villages, a wealth of National Trust stately homes and gardens, and for children, the Cotswolds Wildlife Park and Gardens.

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Vanburgh House Hotel 20-24 St Michael’s Street, Oxford, OX1 2EB. Tel: 01865 244 622. Web: www.vanbrughhousehotel.co.uk Vanbrugh House Hotel gives a unique guest experience. With 22 individual bedrooms and suites of contemporary design, it offers comfort and style. Featuring English hand crafted furniture, eclectic fixtures and fittings, whilst being set in an historic building. There are echoes of the hotels own 18th century heritage in the combination of highly-polished service and homeliness. To stay in Vanbrugh House is to live in the heart of Oxford past and present.

Fallowfields Country House Hotel Faringdon Rd, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 5BH. Tel: 01865 820416. Web: www.fallowfields.com Fallowfields is one of the leading boutique hotels in Oxfordshire. Our fine dining restaurant is outstanding. Guests come here for wonderful food, bedrooms and calm, tranquil surroundings. “Boutique hotels in Oxfordshire don’t get much better than this”

The 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.

The Oxford Hotel Godstow Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8AL Tel: 01865 489 988 Web: www.pumahotels.co.uk/hotels/the-oxford-hotel With great transport links into Oxford, The Oxford Hotel is the ideal place to stay when exploring Oxford and the surrounding area. Features: Free WiFi, 168 bedrooms, Easily accessible from M40, Health Club with swimming pool, Close to Blenheim Palace, Conference facilities, AA Rosette restaurant, Free car park, Beauty rooms, 2 miles from city centre.

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

River Hotel Botley Road, Oxford, OX2 0AA. Tel: (01865) 243475. Web: www.riverhotel.co.uk Email: reception@riverhotel.co.uk Long established local business • Excellent City location overlooking the river, by ‘Thames Walk’ towpath • Oxford College owned property, originally an 1870’s Master-builder’s home • 18 bedrooms with own bathroom, all with expected in-room facilities • 24-hr access for registered residents, free on-site car-park and wi-fi • SatNav, via Mill Street, take immediate first lane on right OX2 0AJ • On A420, 1 mile to A34 ring road, west exit at Botley/Seacourt interchange • Easy walk to City, Colleges, Venues, Conferences, near Said Business School • VisitEngland ** metro grading, breakfast table service, residents bar ‘Large enough to be comfortable, small enough to be friendly’

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Oxfordshire Accommodation Heythrop Park Resort Enstone, Oxfordshire, OX7 5UE or OX7 5UF. Tel: 01608 673 333. Web: www.heythroppark.co.uk A unique venue set in 440 acres of stunning Oxfordshire Countryside, seamlessly combining elegance with style and boasting two individual hotels: the elegant DeVere Venues Heythrop Park Hotel and the stylish Crowne Plaza Hotel. The Resort also offers a championship 18 hole standard golf course, health club & spa together with state of the art conference facilities.

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

Short Let Space Tel: 01993811711 Web: www.shortletspace.co.uk Short Let Space provides fully furnished, short let accommodation for business and leisure visitors to Oxford and the Thames Valley. We offer apartments, houses and cottages, from studios to one, two and threebedroom properties. Our portfolio covers Oxford and the county of Oxfordshire, including Abingdon, Banbury, Bicester, Henley-on-Thames, Leamington Spa and many smaller towns and villages in between. Based near Oxford, our team of short let consultants know our properties and the region well. So whether you are coming to enjoy afternoon tea in the Cotswolds or to work on fusion research at Culham, we hope to have a suitable short let property for you.

Guest House Conifers Guest House 116 The Slade, Headington Oxford OX3 7DX. Tel: 01865 763055. Web: www.conifersguesthouse.co.uk A 4 star Guest Accomodation located in Headington area of Oxford, Conifers offers en-suite bedrooms with free Wi- Fi internet access, flat screen multichannel TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and free parking.

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The Oxford Hotel Reviewed by Gillie Coghlan Tuesday 30th June

I arrived at The Oxford Hotel after work around 4.45pm and found it very easy to park in the large and spacious car park, which is barrierprotected, with exit tickets available from Reception. The hotel is located on the A40 on Oxford’s northern ring road, so isextremely well-placed for trips into Oxford (bus routes close by so leave the car in the car park!). It is also just a short hop to the A34 leading to Bicester Village (10 miles); and the A44 to Woodstock (5 miles). The beautiful village of Burford is 16 miles west along the A40. The lobby area is open and bright with chairs dotted around. There were four staff manning Reception and I was warmly welcomed and asked how my day was going. I was issued with my key, offered a dinner reservation and help with my luggage; the staff were warm, pleasant and welcoming, and made me feel a valued visitor. I enquired as to Spa and Pool times and was given all the relevant information about timings and opening hours. The Reception area is modern, clean and airy. I had a ‘room with a view’ on the first floor (220) with lovely views over the fields, a huge bed, writing desk, two armchairs, a sofa, wardrobe and modern bathroom, with good-sized toiletries. The decor is modern and functional, and the rooms perfect for business clients. I had a relaxing hot bath after dinner. There is a spa, pool and gym for relaxing after all that work and shopping, which is very welcome. I enjoyed a swim after breakfast, and it was very quiet. Breakfast is self-service and was delicious with plenty of choice, both hot and cold. The restaurant is one floor above the large bar, and the staff there were friendly and helpful. I dined at a corner table overlooking the roundabout. The dinner menu was short but varied and I started with the grilled sardines, followed by the herb-crusted cod on seasonal vegetables (delicious), and finished with the dark chocolate cheesecake. The food was tasty, hot and well-presented. I was delighted to find several types of fizz on offer by the glass... Excellent! In short, if you’re looking for a hugely convenient place to stay for both Oxford and Bicester Village, The Oxford Hotel is the place for you; clean, comfortable and welcoming.

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Comfort and Convenience Lady Margaret Hall is located in tranquil North Oxford, a leafy Victorian suburb of wide streets, splendid gothic houses and mature trees. The College buildings date from the Victorian period to as recent as 2010, and include work by major architects, Sir Reginald Bloomfield and Sir Giles Gilbert-Scott. They stand in extensive and exceptionally beautiful gardens on the banks of the River Cherwell. The University Parks, Natural History Museum and Pitt Rivers Museum are all close by. Oxford city centre is a pleasant 15 minute walk down the boulevard of St Giles, past the Eagle & Child pub, famous haunt of JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis, and towards the Ashmolean Museum. Also within easy walking distance is Jericho, an attractive area of shops, and a wide variety of restaurants and bars which back onto the Oxford canal and Isis Lock A stay at Lady Margaret Hall offers the chance to unwind in peaceful surroundings. We have 180 comfortable en-suite rooms on site, 70 of which can be twinned. All rooms have free Wi-Fi access, hospitality trays and complimentary towels and toiletries. A full English breakfast is served in our splendid Dining Hall, and guests have access to our tennis courts, croquet set and punts. Lady Margaret Hall can also provide catering for you, with the traditional backdrop of an Oxford College, but with the fresh, light and international cuisine of today. Our skilled and highly experienced Chefs have created a range of menus which fuse the best of contemporary, international cuisine with timeless classics from the Oxford dining tradition. Whether you would like silver service dining for 250 guests, champagne and canapés in one of our beautiful sunlit rooms overlooking the gardens, a barbecue in the wonderful grounds or a simple ’brasserie’ menu for 20 delegates we can provide the catering you need. It’s our pleasure to tailor menus specifically to your taste and budget. Please contact a member of the Conference Team on 01865 274320 or conferences@lmh.ox.ac.uk to discuss your requirements, or visit the Lady Margaret Hall conference website www.conference.lmh.ox.ac.uk.

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Oxfordshire Shopping Shop at the Old Fire Station Gloucester Green, Oxford, OX1 2AQ. Web: www.oldfirestation.org.uk Tel: 01865 263980 Opening Times: Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm Shop at the Old Fire Station is stocked with a treasure trove of over 100 different UK based artists and designers. All of the items are handmade or designed within the UK, with over half of the makers based within Oxfordshire. A wide array of gifts including cards, ceramics, original prints, jewellery, stationery and more.

University of Oxford Shop 106 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 247414. Web: www.oushop.com The University of Oxford Shop is wholly owned by the University and offers a fantastic range of clothing, gifts and stationery for visitors and local residents alike. All of the profits are given back to the University, making a valuable contribution to the work and teaching of this world-famous establishment.

Blackwell’s 51 Broad St, Oxford, OX1 3BQ. Web: www.blackwell.co.uk we have been serving the needs of book-lovers since 1879. Our booksellers are passionate about the books that we sell and there is nothing that we enjoy more than making a perfect recommendation to a customer. For those of you who do not know the shop we trade across four floors, including the cavernous Norrington Room basement, and you will find new and secondhand books on every subject under the sun.

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

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Oxfordshire Sport Oxford University Rugby Football Club Jackdaw Lane, Iffley Road, Oxford OX4 1SR. Tel: 01865 432000. Web: www.ourfc.org.uk All home matches take place at the Iffley Road Stadium. For further details please visit our @sport.ox.ac.uk or call 01865 432000

Oxford United Football Club The Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road, Oxford OX4 4XP. Tel: 01865 337533. Web: www.oufc.co.uk Sat 8th Aug: Crawley Town v Oxford United - Time: 15:00 - (H) Sat 15th Aug: Luton v Oxford United - Time: 15:00 - (A) Sat 18th Aug: Notts County v Oxford United - Time: 19:45 - (H) Sat 22th Aug: Mansfield v Oxford United - Time: 15:00 - (A) Sat 29th Aug: Yeovil v Oxford United - Time: 15:00 - (H) Get Behind The Uâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s! Save money by booking your tickets before the day of the game.

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

Heythrop Park Resort Enstone, Oxfordshire, OX7 5UE or OX7 5UF. Tel: 01608 673 333. Web: www.heythroppark.co.uk Open 365 days of the year the Bainbridge Course at Heythrop Park was redesigned in 2009 by Tom MacKenzie the golf course architect responsible for many Open Championship venues. The 7088 yard par 72 course weaves throughout the 440 acre Heythrop estate and provides the perfect challenge for all golfers.

North Oxford Lawn Tennis Club 546 Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 8EQ Tel: 01865 513560. Web: www.noltc.co.uk North Oxford tennis club is run by a committee of members for the benefit of its members. We offer our members a range of facilities and events including a varied programme of social tennis and tournaments, an active programme of junior coaching and events, and competitive league team tennis.

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Oxfordshire Restaurants Asian Shanghai 30’s 82 St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 1RA. Tel: 01865 242230. Web: www.shanghai30s.com Situated in this 15th century building, Shanghai 30’s cuisine is based on the both classic and contemporary dishes of Shanghai and the surrounding areas. Shanghai 30’s is the perfect place for a romantic meal or a private function in Oxford city centre.

4500 Miles From Delhi 40-41 Parkend Street, Oxford, OX1 1JD. Tel: 01865 244 922. Web: www.4500miles.co.uk Not just another ‘up market’ Indian restaurant, quite literally 4500 Miles from Delhi, the restaurant offers diners an ingenious fusion of Asian herbs, spices, fresh meat and vegetables. We have created a place that is relaxing and comfortable.

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

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

The Snooty Mehmaan ittleworth, 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.

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Contemporary Fallowfields Hotel & Restaurant Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor, Oxfordshire, OX13 5BH. Tel: 01865 820 416. Web: www.fallowfields.com The restaurant at Fallowfields is renowned for serving excellent food prepared using only the finest fresh produce. Our Head Chef, Matt Weedon last year was number 45 in the Sunday Times top 100’Restaurants Awards and, previously gained a Michelin star at Glrnnap Castle and Lords of the Manor. Seasonal fruit, vegetables and herbs are grown in the hotel’s kitchen gardens and orchards and whenever possible meat and poultry is sourced from our own farm. The restaurant faces south to overlook the hotel’s croquet lawn and offers the perfect ambience.

Browns Bar & Brasserie 5-11 Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6HA. Tel: 01865 511995. Web: www.browns-restaurants Browns in Oxford was the second of this famous group of restaurants to open in 1976. Standing proudly, and rightfully so, being one of the finest restaurants Oxfordshire has to offer, Browns cannot go unnoticed. Stylish branded awnings line the front of the restaurant while a tall stretch of windows beneath entices and invites walkers by to get a glimpse and taste of what Browns has to offer.

Iffley Blue Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4DZ. Tel: 01865 749988. Web: www.hawkwellhouse.co.uk Situated just a couple of miles from the centre of Oxford, Iffley Blue is the new restaurant at Hawkwell House Hotel in the beautiful village of Iffley. There is an open style kitchen featuring a wood burning oven, as well as new furniture throughout. The emphasis is on delivering regularly changing seasonal menus with local provenance – as well as exceptional value.

The Feathers Market Street, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1SX. Tel: 01993 812291. Web: www.feathers.co.uk Eating and drinking is at the heart of The Feathers experience. The awardwinning Restaurant serves the best of modern English cuisine and locally sourced ingredients – light and fresh in summer, rich and robust in winter. A more informal Bar is open all day for coffee, lunch, cream tea and supper.

The General Eliott 37 Manor Rd, Oxford OX1 5AS Tel: 01865 608567 Web: www.thegeneraleliott.co.uk “Warm Welcome & Wonderful Food & Drink in Pubby Paradise!”Ox Times “Pub Grub Id sell my Kidney for!-katherine Macalister-A Miraculous Revamp! Doggies Haven

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

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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.

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.

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 Hotel Godstow Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8AL. Tel: 01865 489 988. Web: www.pumahotels.co.uk Our modern and colourful Medio restaurant has been designed to cater for couples, families and large groups. The friendly evening ambiance sets a relaxing mood to enjoy the fresh, seasonal and varied cuisine. Unwind and relax in the comfortable Medio bar for a pre or post-dinner drink. Free parking and only 2 miles from the City centre.

Traditional The Red Lion The Red Lion 14 Gloucester Street, Oxford, OX1 2BN. Tel: 01865 726 255. Web: www.redlionoxford.co.uk Our menu changes with the seasons and is modern British, comfortably interwoven with some Mediterranean influences. It ranges from traditional favourites such as fish and chips and steaks to freshly made pizzas and pastas with the chef’s daily specials showcasing the finest market fresh ingredients. There’s something for everyone and for all occasions too.

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

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The Oxford Retreat 1-2 Hythe Bridge Street Oxford OX1 2EW. Tel: 01865 250309. Web: www.theoxfordretreat.com We have recently refurbished our venue to bring you a new, exciting Retreat. Our stylish rejuvenation of the venue, recreates a warm and relaxed vibe whilst open until 3am at weekends, offering visitors a late night hangout, and a place to be and be seen. Take a trip around the world with our sharing inspired menu. Taste the delights of Egypt with our Dukkah or get your Spanish kick from our guindillas.

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

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

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French Café Rouge Marriott’s Close, Woodford Way, Witney OX28 6GW Tel: 01993 775014 Web: www.caferouge.co.uk A Taste of France in Witney, Cafe Rouge is located in the heart of this buzzing Market Town, conveniently situated in Marriott’s Close, an exciting, mixed-use development boasting residential apartments, Shopping Centre, Cineworld and Free Multi-storey Parking. A premiere French cafe brand with a broad all-day offer of classic dishes and wines from steak frites and boef bourguignon to a selection of croques and baguettes.

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

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

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

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

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Six Good Points Ingredients are all seasonal wherever possible Loose leaf teas with tasting notes for the discerning tea lover Ideal location on High Street Recent refurbishments give it a classy modern feel Great prices for delicious dishes! The owners obviously have a real passion for what they do

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The Rose Reviewed by Lorna Dodson Wednesday 29th June

I visited The Rose on a sunny Wednesday afternoon. The tea room come café is ideally located along Oxford’s bustling High Street and within easy walking distance from the Town Centre, Cowley Road, and even the train station. The Rose features an outstanding variety of loose leaf teas and pastries including, of course, scones (made from scratch). As anyone can tell you, it is very difficult to find the perfect scone - often they are too hard, too crumbly, and sometimes just flavourless. There has to be a real art to making scones and it seems The Rose has got it down. Lightly flakey but sturdy without being tough, with a soft buttery aftertaste, and complimented by their delicious locally sourced jams and clotted cream. The loose leaf teas are all listed with tasting notes for each and their recommended brew times, and will refill your teapot for a second infusion from the delicious fresh leaves. The folks at The Rose really know their teas. The tea room has recently been refurbished and as such now provides a modern yet casual feel, with light music and the gentle chatter of other customers. It is a great place to take a step away from the busy street outside and gather yourself over a hot cup of tea and some nibbles. This could also potentially be a great venue for hosting small get-togethers. Some other delights you can expect to find on their menu are: Various tea specials with 3 pairs of finger sandwiches, a plain or fruit scone with jam and cream, a selection of freshly made cakes, and your choice of either Prosecco, tea, or coffee - definitely not a deal to be missed! They also have a lovely selection of desserts such as rhubarb & ginger crumble, banana crème brûlée, chocolate and almond cake, and more. Plus, The Rose features great seasonal specials from week to week. There is a real lack of dedicated tea houses so it is great to see The Rose have got it right. Open: Mon-Sat 9am-7pm Sun 10am-6pm

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The Cherwell Boathouse

Reviewed by Dan Channer Tuesday 14th July

The Cherwell Boathouse wears its title as one of the most famous and well-located restaurants in Oxford with a confident insouciance that many of its clientele strive for decades to attain. It is a destination restaurant which knows how to make hay while the sun is shining. We left the teenage babysitter more in expectation than hope, and, as normal, struggled to park down the narrow alley which connects the Boathouse to Chadlington Road. The hidden location adds to the sense of adventure and on an early July evening we found two packed restaurants (the original building and the temporary-wooden structure, adorned with fairy lights), a crowd of the great and the good already on the Pimms, a calm river and our table for two waiting for us. As the Prosecco and Speckled Hen slipped down (separately - we’re not animals) we shed the day from our shoulders, speculated on which academic papers or hedge funds our neighbouring tables can lay claim to and struggled to order as the choice was so good. I chose well with the goat’s cheese and asparagus topped with pickled walnut and candied beetroot. Minimal portions, maximum pleasure. My wife enjoyed the fish terrine with watercress and celery salad. We both wanted the gazpacho but failed to order it - one to return for. The mains are underpinned by traditional British choices (lamb, halibut, corn-fed chicken, risotto, beef) with flair added in. The steak indicated that the chef finds a ‘medium rare’ request an insult but he/she was vindicated as my wife left a clean plate. I went for the fish and found quite an array of flavours - lemon crayfish potatoes, samphire (a lovely bit of seaweed commonly found in Norfolk) and the aniseed of a fennel venouté. It was fantastic - a little bit of samphire and suddenly you’re on holiday. As the light dimmed, the hubbub rose. We shared pavlova with strawberries, cream and more strawberries as babysitter o’clock approached. Wandering down the lane with the first stars out and the quiet splendour of the Conservation Area around us, all felt good with the world. Open: Sun-Thu 12:00-20:30, Fri-Sat 12:00-21:30

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The Feathers

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Reviewed by Colin Rosser Tuesday 7th July

One of our favourite places has always been The Feathers Hotel in Woodstock. We have been to eat many times to celebrate Birthdays and Anniversaries but we have never stayed the night there. On arriving on a gloriously sunny day we were welcomed by the General Manager, Dominic Bishop who was in Reception at the time. We were checked in by a very efficient and friendly reception and shown to our Feature Suite, sublime, it even had a dining room table and chairs in it. There is nothing better than going down to the bar for a pre dinner drink knowing that that’s it and you are not leaving until after breakfast! What’s more The Feathers boasts the foremost dedicated gin bar in the country. Testament to this is that they do serve Mahon Gin which is my favourite gin, and not to my knowledge to be found in any other bar in Oxfordshire. And boy! they certainly make a great g and t! which brought back happy memories of Menorca. Sue had her customary glass of champagne while we decided what to eat. Whilst deliberating we were introduced to the Food and Beverage Manager, Francesco. We were drawn to the tasting menu with the accompanying wine flight to afford us the best opportunity to sample as many different dishes and wines. There was also the option of going with the Gin pairings with the tasting menu but as I was working I wanted to ensure I remembered all of the evening! The meal was served by Madalina our waitress and the wines by Luc the Sommelier, all aspect of service was friendly, efficient and done to a very high standard indeed. The tasting menu was exquisite, the Head Chef, Ian Matfin, has obviously spent some time planning it but the execution of every dish was faultless. My favourite was the Sirloin which melted in the mouth and Sue’s was the Classic crème brulee. Our special evening was really amazing, the atmosphere was wonderfully relaxed, cosy and convivial and to know that we just had to go upstairs was the icing on the cake. We laid in and got down for breakfast well before last orders at 10.00am and surprisingly devoured the salmon and scrambled eggs. We had had a very special stay and can’t speak highly enough of the whole experience.

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Oxfordshire Health & Beauty Kennington Osteopathic Practice The Village Centre, Kennington Road, Oxford OX1 5PG Tel: 07787 404419 Web: kenningtonosteo.co.uk Sophie and the team at Kennington Osteopathic Practice in Oxford are dedicated to helping patients with all types of pain. We offer daytime and evening osteopathy, sports injury and sports massage appointments. We also provide morning and evening Pilates classes. Our aim is to ensure that you can recover as quickly as possible.

Bare UK Boars Hill, Oxford, with private parking. Tel: 07773 764817. Web: www.bareuk.co.uk Have you got unwanted hair, leaving you feeling distressed? Well you don’t need to panic any longer, here at Bare UK we specialise in the revolutionary hair reduction method ‘Intense Pulse Light’, a form of laser treatment, designed to remove unwanted hair, so you can now say goodbye to waxing, and hello to smooth skin. After a few treatments with our high grade IPL system you will begin to notice a difference. So visit us at Bare UK today and get rid of those unwanted hairs. Visit www.bareuk.co.uk for further information, or to find out about other treatments.

Diamond House - Dental Practice 199 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7AR. Tel: 01865 559521. Web: www.diamondhouse.co.uk It is our aim to provide the highest quality of Dental Care in a relaxed and friendly environment, with the most up to date methods and equipment available. The safety and comfort of our patients is always our primary concern.

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

Oxford Brookes Centre for Sport Headington Campus, Gipsy Ln, Oxford, OX3 0BP Tel: 01865 484373 Web: www.brookes.ac.uk/brookes-sport Whether new to a gym or looking to keep or develop your health and fitness, the Oxford Brookes Sports Centre and Health Suite is the ideal starting point to get in shape and stay fit. For anyone looking to gain the winning edge through superior exercise our free weights room has everything you need.

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

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Leisure Club and Spa at The Randolph Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2LN Tel: 01865 256 400 Web: www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk At Macdonald Randolph Hotel and Spa, we provide you with the perfect oasis to unwind and relax. Our calm and tranquil spa provides the most luxurious of retreats from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Voted amongst the top 50 best spas in the world, our facilities provide you with the perfect environment for a workout and Oxfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s golf courses, parks and rivers offer hours of leisure-time activities.

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Reviewed by Richard Rosser Friday 17th July

A lamb to the slaughter, a lemming throwing itself off a cliff. I was these and more. Lorna in the office had mentioned nobody had stepped forward to do the Climbing Wall review. No wonder. It wasn’t a cosy dinner for two, a night’s stay in a posh hotel or tickets to see Shakespeare in the park. But I walked blindly into it. Not really giving this particular review much ‘mental preparation’. After a long day at work I walked, literally, around the corner from our offices in Headington to the Brookes Centre for Sport. I’m not one for heights but had seemingly blocked this out. I wasn’t nervous, no sweaty palms. I honestly didn’t know what I was letting myself in for. I arrived at reception and explained why I was there. “Oh! You’re Richard!” As if I had some sort of target on my head. “Yes, I’m Richard.” I replied, with the vague stirring of a butterfly in my stomach. “Alistair will be with you shortly.” And sure enough, there he was, bang on time. We made our way to the Climbing area of the Brookes Centre for Sport. Yikes! Alistair showed me the ‘free wall’ – no ropes – which faced on to the 6 metre wall (with ropes) and then walked me through into the larger wall, a vast 11 metre structure which belied the height of the building. How on earth did they fit that in there?!?!?! We started on the free wall. I’d say it was about 4 metres high with a cushioned landing in case I came off, which, I’m pleased to say, I didn’t. Nor did I come off on the 6 metre wall which afforded me the safety of the rope attached to Alistair below, or ‘belaying’ as it is known! Each wall has various foot and handholds in different colours. On my first ascent I was able to choose any on the way up but this was followed by having to stick to certain colours which are graded according to their difficulty. It was tough work. I was soon fairly drenched in sweat but was converted. Even when we went through to the 11 metre wall, I wasn’t anxious in the slightest. I didn’t make it to the top – I got just over half way – as my strength was sapping. I’d conquered my fears and slightly annoyed with myself I didn’t do better on the 11 metre wall. I will return and at £7 for a session, it’s no wonder the climbing centre sees up to 100 guests pass through daily. According to Alistair it’s one of the only climbing centres for some distance and following my 40 minute intro, it’s not difficult to see why. One tip – make sure you’ve got climbing shoes on as you’ll need them for grip. Thanks to Alistair and the team.

Headington Campus, Gipsy Lane, Oxford OX3 0BP Tel: 01865 484 370 Web: www.brookes.ac.uk www.livinginoxford.com

Oxfordshire Services Retirement Homes The Lady Nuffield Home 165 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7AW. Tel: 01865 888500. Web: www.ladynuffieldhome.co.uk A small residential care home for the older person, conveniently situated in Summertown. Close to shops, local medical centres and on the main bus route.

Audio & Visual City Audio Visual Unit 19, Kingsmeadow, Ferry Hinksey Rd, Oxford OX2 0DP. Tel: 01865 722800. Web: www.cityav.co.uk Oxford’s leading specialists in audio visual hire, sales, installation and live event support. From Projector hire and AV Support to installation of a bespoke audio visual presentation system, we pride ourselves in offering a quality driven professional service with a personal touch.

Male Hairdressing H.I.M 66 St.Clements, Oxford, OX4 1AH. Tel: 01865 249 740. Web: www.himoxford.co.uk H.I.M is all about quality hairdressing in a relaxed and friendly environment. The H.I.M team is young and friendly with many years experince in the trade. We focus on our clients as individuals and deliver a high quality service at a reasonable price. New customers are always welcome in the H.I.M salon which provides a modern setting and a friendly atmosphere.

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

Construction Savvy 253 London Road Headington Oxford OX3 9EH. Tel: 01865 920020. Web: www.group-savvy.co.uk Savvy works in a wide range of properties including domestic, leisure, educational and commercial, as well as Oxfordshire’s leading businesses that entrust Savvy with beautiful historic buildings. We take great pride in our work and, by working hand in hand with our clients, Savvy has earned a reputation as one of Oxford’s most reliable, trusted and helpful building companies.

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Excel Dry Cleaners 274 Banbury Road, Oxford. Tel: 01865 511773. Oxford’s specialist Dry Cleaners, experts in cleaning all delicate items including silks to wedding dresses. Full repair and alteration service.

Property Witney Business & Innovation Centre Windrush Industrial Park, Burford Road, Witney, OX29 7DX. Tel: 01993 848200. Web: www.witney-bic.co.uk Witney Business and Innovation Centre provides flexible, serviced office space, virtual offices and meeting rooms in a professional serviced environment, allowing you to focus on running your business. The centre is a brand new facility in a refurbished building on the outskirts of Witney. Offices vary from 100 sq ft to 3,000 sq ft, which can accommodate between 1 and 30 people. Multiple offices can also be taken if more space is required.

Finders Keepers 27 St Clements, Oxford, OX4 1AB Tel: 01865 204844 Web: www.finders.co.uk Finders Keepers Letting Agents have been renting Flats and Houses in Oxford since 1972. With a hands-on and personal service, finding a rental property in Oxfordshire couldn’t be easier. If you are looking to rent in Oxford get in touch today!

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

Strutt and Parker 269 Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 7LL Tel: 01865 366660 Web: www.struttandparker.com Strutt & Parker’s estate agents and property consultants work in partnership with clients to deliver their goals – whether their interests are in residential, commercial, rural or development property.

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

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Oxfordshire Services Oxford Centre for Innovation New Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 1BY. Tel 01865 261400 Web: www.ocfi.co.uk Oxford Centre for Innovation, in Oxford, provides flexible office space, virtual offices and meeting rooms in a professional serviced environment, allowing you to focus on running your business. Companies love the supportive community within the centre, which is enhanced by a range of specialist business support through our Oxfordshire regional director and other local partners. It really is the ideal place to base your business.

Law Hedges Law 16 Market Place, Wallingford, OX10 0AE Tel: 01865 594265 Web: www.hedgeslaw.co.uk Hedges has been delivering legal solutions to our clients for over 200 years. Our highly skilled team of lawyers have the knowledge and expertise to resolve even the most complex legal issues that you bring to us. At Hedges, however, we recognise you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just looking for history, an impressive CV and an ability to recite the law.

Travel Great Experience Travel Unit 6-7, Waterloo Walk, High St, Witney, Oxfordshire OX28 6EU Tel: 0845 415 0750 Web: www.greatexperiencetravel.co.uk We are a specialist independent travel company and we love nothing more than helping you plan your ideal travel experience. Between the staff team we have been lucky enough to visit countries all over the globe, and we like nothing more than being able to share our knowledge and passion for travel with you.

Charities Helen & Douglas House 14A Magdalen Road, Oxford, OX4 1RW Tel: 01865 794749 Web: www.helenanddouglas.org.uk We provide medical, emotional and practical support, helping families deal with the implications of living with a child who will die prematurely, so they can make the most of their time together. We care for children and young adults, aged from birth to 35, from Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Gloucestershire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Wiltshire, and parts of London.

Leukaemia Research Twitter: twitter.com/beatbloodcancer Web: www.leukaemialymphomaresearch.org.uk We are Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research, your UK blood cancer charity. Every year we stop more people dying of blood cancer and our researchers are even working to stop people developing blood cancer in the first place. We improve the lives of blood cancer patients with cancers such as leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma because we believe everyone should be able to live their life to the full.

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