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AugustWelcome to August in Oxford
The end of July brought a heat wave to the UK, and at the time of writing this I’m sincerelyhoping it will continue on through August! After such a long and cold Winter, we all deservesome sunshine.
With the warm weather we have seen some stunning outdoor performances from the likes ofTomahawk and the Oxford Shakespeare Company, and this continues in August with the OxfordUniversity Dramatic Society’s rendition of A Comedy of Errors at the Bodleian Library quarterwhich looks to be a brilliant and quirky performance.
If you have relatives or friends coming to see you during the Summer (I’m assuming ‘Summer’will equal only the month of August) we’ve once again got some great suggestions inside thisissue for accommodation, activities, and dining such as the luxurious 5-star Macdonald RandolphHotel, the beautiful Waterperry Gardens, and fine dining at Cockadoo with an impressive Adeletribute singer.
Don’t let the Summer in Oxford go to waste!
Richard RosserEditor, In Oxford Magazine
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We’d fortunately booked our stay at Oxford’s only five star hotel on the eve ofGood Friday, more by luck than judgement, so knew we could fully relax as Tinaenjoyed a facial in the basement spa and I caught up on a few e-mails with a glassof champagne, courtesy of the hotel’s management.
The room was magnificent. As far as suites go, this was first class yet still incrediblyhomely. Overlooking Oxford, I soon had the windows open to enjoy the fresh breezeof an unusually balmy March evening, considering the weather’s penchant for belowzero temperatures so far this year. The lounge area was beautifully furnished, withsumptuous pieces underlining the hotel’s five star status. The bedroom was generousin size with a gargantuan bed. The bathroom was impressively finished and more thanlarge enough for two to meander in and out.
Tina returned from her facial full of compliments for the knowledgeable staff who hadinstantly relaxed her so she could enjoy the Decléor treatment to the full. She furtherrelaxed with a glass of champagne prior to freshening up for dinner. ‘No hair brush’exclaimed Tina. ‘I don’t need one.’ I replied, being rather folically challenged, soonrealising that Tina needed the brush, not I. Fortunately, Boots were open late on aThursday and I returned with the required brush, and we were on our way to dinner.
The Restaurant at The Randolph, a double AA Rosette winner, is striking. High ceilings,coats of arms adoring the walls, crisp white tablecloths and attentive staff. Therestaurant was just about full as we entered just after 8pm. We were soon served withan aperitif, fresh bread and a menu brimming with mouth-watering options.
Tina chose the hand dived scallop, whilst I had the John Ross ‘award winning’ smokedsalmon, accompanied by a half bottle of Macon Villages, as Tina stayed withchampagne. For our mains, Tina plumped for the loin of venison and I went for theslow roasted pork belly. The food was superb, certainly the best meal we had enjoyedin Oxford for some time.
Dessert was beyond us so we retired to the room and enjoyed our night’s sleep. Wewere both deep in slumber when a knock at the door woke us for breakfast in the room.More smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, fresh orange juice, pastries and tea – whata marvellous start to the day. It was most certainly a Good Friday.
The Randolph is an institution. Perfectly placed, bang smack in the heart of Oxford, it’sdifficult to want for anything. With thanks to Michael Grange and his excellent staff fora first class experience.
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A £30 tasty treat at The Trout for just £15Eat at one of Inspector Morse’s favourite retreatsWith a large terrace looking out onto the River Thames, it is easy tosee why The Trout is the pub of dreams. From Lewis Carroll to CSLewis you can understand why so many people love to sit outside ona summers day with a lovely glass of wine or a chilled beer andwatch the fast moving waters
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Explore Space!Thursday 15th August: Join Science Oxford at the River & Rowing Museum for atrip across our solar system. Book onto a science show looking at planets, moons,stars and the difference between them. Learn why we have day and night and findout how old you are in Martian years! Design your own constellation and try spacethemed activities. This day is out of this world! Space show suitable for ages 8+. Venue: River & RowingMuseum, Henley-on-Thames. Cost: Free with Admission Time: 10.30am – 3.30pm
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Waterperry GardensNr. Wheatley, Oxfordshire, England OX33 1JZTel: 01844 339254 Web: www.waterperrygardens.co.uk Open Times: 10am - 5pm
Children’s Summer Orienteering TrailsSaturday 27th July – Sunday 1st September: 10am – 5.30pm.Find your way around the ornamental gardens using compass directions and funclues, then pick up a summer treat from the Teashop, Miss H’s. (Compass supplied)£3 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult for whom the normal entrance fee applies.
ABF The Soldiers’ CharitySunday 25th August: 2pm to 5pm. Enjoy an afternoon of ‘Military Colour’ and support ABF The Soldiers’Charity at Waterperry gardens – with the Scots Guards Association Pipes and Drums, The Abingdon MilitaryWives Choir and the Caledonian Achushla Dance Academy. £6.50 children under 16 free.
Late Nights at WaterperryEnjoy late nights at Waterperry as we open 10am – 6pm Wednesdays through to Saturdays until the 21stSeptember.
Sherlock Holmes Family TheatreThursday 15th August: 6.30pm.Sherlock Holmes - The Pantaloons, Adults £13.50 Children £8.50.
Cotswold Wildlife Park & GardensBradwell Grove, Burford, OX18 4JWTel: 01993 823006 Web: www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk
Saturday 3rd / 10th August: Closer to Wildlife! A guided tour of the Park afterhours (7 – 9pm), by our knowledgeable animal Keepers, ask questions to ourKeepers and watch some of the animals being fed. Children must be accompaniedby an adult and supervised at all times. Adults £25 children £20. Season ticketholders: adults £20, children £15. There are a limited number of tickets, and theygo on sale on our website from 17th June.
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The Comedy of Errors at the University Church, Bodleian SquareUniversity Church of St Mary the Virgin, High St, Oxford OX1 4BJwww.comedyoferrors2013.com
Tuesday 6th - Saturday 10th August: ‘Your town is troubled with unruly boys…’Stiff upper-lipped Antipholus blunders through the city looking for his long-losttwin in the hedonistic ex-pat community of Malaga. Meanwhile his father has untilsunset to cobble together a ransom if he wants to avoid execution. Set in a sun-soaked world of sex and self-indulgence, this modern-dress production shines afresh light on the darker side of Shakespeare’s funniest comedy. Brought to you bythe Oxford University Dramatics Society. Time: 7.30pm. Tickets: £7/£10
Millets Farm Centre
Millets Maize MazeUntil Sunday 15th September: An a-maiz-ing day out for the all the family.Complete our 3 different maize mazes, our woodland challenge, the fort maze andenjoy our courtyard of activities. Times: 10am-6pm. Please visit website foradmission prices.
Kingston Road, Frilford, Nr Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 5HB. Tel: 01865 392200. Web: www.milletsfarmcentre.com Open: 7 days a week. Free entry and car parking.
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Magical Books from the Middle Ages to Middle EarthUntil October: Exhibition showcasing authors’ paintings and manuscripts togetherwith the books containing myths, legends and magical practices which inspiredthem. Venue: Bodleian Library Web: www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/whatson
Wilderness FestivalThursday 8th - Sunday 11th August: A celebration of the outdoors; highlightsinclude Live Music and Dancing, Feasts & Gastronomy, Theatre de Rue & CirqueTraditionnnel, Late Night Revelry and more…. Venue: Cornbury Park Web:www.wildernessfestival.com
Fairport Cropredy ConventionThursday 8th - Saturday 10th August: Three day folky festival of music and goodcheer – bring a tent!Venue: CropredyWeb: www.fairportconvention.com/cropredy.php
Henry V17th August - 14th September: Creation Theatre’s first ever Shakespeare Historyplay: a turning point in English history – lots of rousing speeches.Venue: Oxford CastleWeb: www.creationtheatre.co.uk/about-us
Philomusica International Piano Festival at OxfordUntil 6 August: A unique week of inspiring masterclasses, enchanting evening concerts and recitals.Venues: various in Oxford http://oxfordphil.com/piano
Oxford PromsDates in August: Folk and world music, pop classics and the songs of trobadors (not troubadours!)Venues: The Sheldonian & Holywell Music Room http://www.oxfordproms.co.uk
Merry Wives of Windsor Until Saturday 17th August: Games of jealousy, deceit and revenge inShakespeare's farcical battle of the sexes where the wives prove once and for allwho's boss. Venue: Wadham College Garden Web: www.oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk
Cowley Classic Car ShowSunday 18th August: The event will showcase classic cars with a petting zoo,children’s entertainment, free vintage bus rides and food and drink.Venue: Court Place FarmWeb: www.cowleyclassiccarshow.org.uk
15-16 Broad Street Oxford OX1 3ASTel: 01865 252885 Web: www.oxfordinspires.orgOxford Inspires is working with Visit Oxfordshire to promote the manywonderful events, shows, exhibitions and festivals taking place across thecounty. Info: www.visitoxfordandoxfordshire.org/whats-on
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Blenheim PalaceWoodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PX. Tel: 0800 849 6500 Web: www.blenheimpalace.com Open: Open Daily 10.30am-5.30pm (last admission 4.45pm). Park open daily 9am-4.45pm.
The Oxfordshire MuseumPark Street, Woodstock OX20 1SN.Tel: 01993 811456 Web: www.tomocc.org.uk E: [email protected]
Bare Bones…Explore what lies beneath the skin. 3rd August - 15th September:A collection of stunning displays providing a fascinating insight into the adaptationand evolution of species.
Lost Airfields 4th August – 1st September: Oxfordshire has more WWII airfields than almost any othercounty. Mark McArthur-Christies photographs evoke powerful emotions that still surround these sites today.
We offer fun stress-free sessions for all the family to enjoy. Each week has a different theme. No bookingrequired, just join in the fun.TOT Tots: Crafts, action songs and rhyme for the under 5’s every Tuesday 10.30-11am, £1 per family.Family Learning Drop-ins: Craft sessions linked to exhibitions and collections within the museum. EveryTuesday & Thursday 2-4pm, £1.50 per child.
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Jousting TournamentFriday 2nd to Sunday 4th August: the battle will strike in deadly earnest and theKnights, as in medieval times, will give no quarter! Families can watch and cheeras points are awarded to the knights who compete in the skills on horseback, ridingthe quintain, spearing small, smaller and even the smallest rings, picking upSaracens heads from the ground, all at a gallop.
British Gas SwimBritain Open Water EventSunday 1st September: On 1st September join David Walliams and Olympicswimming silver medalist Keri-anne Payne at the open water leg of the British GasSwimBritain programme 2013. Get fit, have fun and enjoy the rare chance to swimin The Great Lake at Blenheim Palace a World Heritage Site surrounded by beautifulparkland and scenery. British Gas SwimBritain is a new programme which aims toencourage half a million more people to swim regularly by 2015, consisting of aswimming relay challenge for teams of four with each team member swimming adistance of 1000m. The event is open to swimmers of all abilities and will take place at ten pools around thecountry, and one open water venue, Blenheim Palace.
Family Cycling DaySunday 18th August: Enjoy the once a year opportunity to cycle around thepicturesque Parkland of a World Heritage site. Bring your bicycle (and helmet) andcycle around the spectacular Queens Pool Lake, take in the scenery and fresh air,stop for a picnic and make it a day to remember. Visitors please note that this isnot the event formerly known as 'Bike Blenheim Palace' and is solely a one offopportunity for families to cycle around the grounds at Blenheim Palace. First aidstaff will be on site, however there will be no specialist bicycle events or exhibitorspresent. Visitors can cycle around the designated cycle routes at their own leisure.
The Ashmolean MuseumBeaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PH Tel: 01865 278000 Web: www.ashmolean.org
Until 18th August: The Ashmolean is home to one of the world’s most importantcollections of drawings. Amongst its treasures are the largest group of works onpaper by Raphael; drawings by Leonardo, Titian and Michelangelo; Rubens andRembrandt; Turner, Degas and Cezanne; to Gwendolen John and David Hockney. To coincide with theMuseum's 330th birthday, its summer exhibition selects some of the finest examples of works on paper bythe greatest names in western art. Admission: £5/ £4 concession, Under 18s free
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City Sightseeing Bus Tours
Our award winning one hour tour takes you on a fascinating journey aroundboth the famous University colleges and the historic buildings of the cityitself. Hop on and off at any of our nineteen bus stops around the town. All buseshave live guides or recorded commentary in up to thirteen languages. Tours operateall day every day except Christmas/Boxing and New years day.
Oxford Railway Station, Park End Street, OX1 1HS. Tel: 01865 790522. Web: www.citysightseeingoxford.com.
Oxford Castle
Oxford's oldest new quarter, once home to the infamous Oxford Prison and nowhome to an exciting hub of 8 restaurants, including Malmaison, Café 1071, Prezzo,La Tasca, Pizza Express, Krispy Kreme, The Real China, The Living Room and TheSwan and Castle, and the gorgeous Malmaison Boutique Hotel. The Castle also hasan exciting visitor attraction 'Oxford Castle Unlocked,' where the secrets of thecastle have been unlocked, revealing episodes of Violence, Executions, Great Escapes, Betrayal and evenRomance. For art lovers there is the O3 Gallery, with a dynamic programme of exhibitions all year round.
43 Oxford Castle, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1AY.Tel: 01865 20165. Web: www.oxfordcastle.com.
Carfax Tower
In 1818 St Martin’s church was rebuilt complete with tower. However, thechurch, apart from its tower, was demolished in 1896. The tower is all that remainstoday. Two ‘quarter boys’ who hit the bells at every quarter hour adorn the eastfacade of the church clock. Climb up 99 steps to get a sweeping view of Oxford’sspires.
Junction of St Aldates and High Street, Oxford OX1 4AZ. Tel: 01865 792653. Open: 10.00 to 3pm. Admission: £2.20, Children £1.10.
St Michael at the North Gate
St Michael at the North Gate is the oldest Church Tower in Oxford and isdefinitely worth a visit! There’s also a treasury of silver and bronze dating backto the 1600s and you can also see a copy of the church accounts dating backhundreds of years. The tower is the easiest climb in Oxford, with good solid stairsincluding a handrail. From the top of the tower there is a marvellous view of thecity of Oxford and its famous "dreaming spires". 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
Cornmarket Street, Oxford, OX1 3EY Tel: 01865 240940. Web: www.smng.org.uk.
Cherwell Boathouse - Punting
Enjoy the quintessential Oxford experience punting on the River Cherwell.With over 70 hand built punts, boats and canoes. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon in abeautiful tranquil environment on the river.
Bardwell Road, Oxford, OX2 6ST (1 mile from the town centre).Tel: 01865 515978. Web: www.cherwellboathouse.co.uk.
Tourist Information Centre
The Tourist information Centre staff provide an extensive range of services to helpmake 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 tooffer. We are also the home of Official Guided Walking Tours, the best way toexplore Oxford on foot. We have a wonderful selection of tours from University andCity Tours to Pottering in Harry Potters Footsteps. See in store or get in contact with us by Tel: 01865 252037Email: [email protected]
15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS.Tel: 01865 252200. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com
Modern Art Oxford30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP. Tel: 01865 722733 Web: www.modernartoxford.org.uk
Founded in 1965, Modern Art Oxford is the South East's leading Gallery for thepresentation of modern and contemporary visual art. Our programme includesexhibitions by artists from all over the world, from landmark solo presentations topioneering group exhibitions as well as educational and family activities. Fundedprimarily by Arts Council England, all of our exhibitions are free for visitors. You canalso relax in our café, purchase unique gifts in the shop, and participate in our vibrant events programmewhich includes talks, discussions, contemporary music and film nights.
We have lots going on for you throughout August, including ourWalking Tour of Oxford. This and so much more coming up overthe next few months. Find out more on our events page at ourwebsite: www.blackwell.co.uk. Tickets are available from ourCustomer Service Department, Blackwell's Bookshop, 48-51
Broad Street, Oxford. Telephone: 01865 333623.
We hope to see you at an event very soon!
Group 2012 Writers' GroupInterested in joining a group for writers? We welcome new members!
Group 2012 is a writing group which meets monthly in Oxford. Meetings are varied and include talks by authors, discussion, publishing and book trade workshops and writing
critique. There is a membership charge of £20 per year to cover our costs. Membership allowsyou to come to all meetings for free. If you are not a member, you can still attend the
meetings for an entry charge of £3.
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Blackwell's Walking ToursThe Literary Tour: Tuesdays at 2pm and Thursdays at 11am. Join the Literary Tour anddiscover the University and city where authors such as Graham Greene, Dorothy L. Sayers,
William Golding and T.S. Eliot lived and learned.
The Inklings Tour:Wednesdays at 11.45am. A must for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis,Charles Williams, Nevill Coghill and other members of the Inklings group. Visit their
favourite haunts from their days at Oxford.
The Music Tour: Fridays at 2pm. An Historic Tour for all music lovers, around the beautifulmusical sights of Oxford.
Tickets are £8 (concessions £7). Tours run from Tuesday 16th April to Friday 25th October.To book, call 01865 333602 or email: [email protected]
Blackwell's Walking Tour depart from the foyer area in the main entrance, past the WhiteHorse pub. To purchase tickets please go to the General Desk till point on the Ground Floor.
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University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
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 in1280, and the University’s reference library was added in 1320. It is worth theclimb of 124 steps to make it to the top to enjoy fine uninterrupted views in alldirections across Oxford and the surrounding countryside. Open: 9am to 5pm(July and August 9am-6pm). Tower Admission: Adult £3, Children (under 16) £2.50.
High Street, Oxford OX1 4BJ. Tel: 01865 279111. Web: www.university-church.ox.ac.uk.
Didcot Railway Centre
Home of the Great Western Society and its unique collection of GreatWestern Railway steam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings and small relicsand a recreation of Brunel's broad gauge railway. Summer Steamdays: Allweekends to 1 September, Wednesdays 24 July to 28 August & Monday 28August.
Didcot, Oxon, OX11 7NJ. Tel: 01235 817200.Web: www.didcotrailwaycentre.org.uk.
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Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens
Closer to Wildlife! Enjoy a relaxing day out in beautiful surrounding at theCotswold Wildlife Park, with over 260 animal species in 160 acres of spaciousParkland. Stroll up our New Giraffe Walkway and get eye-to-eye with theseamazing creatures. Picnic whilst watching Rhinos and Zebras grazing outside theManor House. Leap about with Lemurs in their walk-through enclosure. Ride on therailway around the Park or climb into the tree house in the adventure playground. There’s something for thewhole family and the Park is wheelchair and pushchair friendly! A great value for money day out. Open dailyfrom 10am.
Burford, Oxford OX18 4JP. Tel: 01993 823006.Web: www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk.
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Millets Farm Centre
With lots to see and do, including Farm Shop selling farm produced food, GardenCentre, Restaurants, Farm Zoo, Children’s Play Area, Woodland Walk and lots ofseasonal events. A great day out for ALL the family. Open: 7 days a week. Freeentry and free car parking.
Kingston Road, Frilford, Nr Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 5HB.Tel: 01865 392200. Web: www.milletsfarmcentre.com.
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Buscot Park & The Faringdon Collection
Family home of Lord Faringdon, who looks after the property on behalf of theNational Trust, together with the family collection of pictures, furniture, ceramicsand objets d'art, known as the Faringdon Collection. Includes Burne-Jones's famousseries, The legend of the Briar Rose.The enchanting gardens contain the spectacularWater Garden designed by Harold Peto in 1904 for the first Lord Faringdon. Seewebsite for more details www.buscotpark.com
Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 8BU Tel: 01367 240932 (Information Line) Web: www.buscotpark.com.
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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 guidedtours running every Saturday afternoon and other selected days, and are open forgroup visits and private tours during normal opening hours.
31 Crawley Mill, Dry Lane Crawley, Witney, OX29 9TJTel: 01993 706990 Web: www.crocodilesoftheworld.co.uk
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Oxford PlayhouseOxford Playhouse 11 - 12 Beaumont Street Oxford OX1 2LW Box Office: 01865 305305. Web: www.oxfordplayhouse.com
RingTuesday 6th - Wednesday 7th August: Ring is a sound journey, in which you willbe seated on the Playhouse’s stage in complete darkness. Wearing headphonesthat amplify every intimate detail, you are transported to another room verysimilar to the one you entered. But in this room you have been recognised. At timesseductive, at times unnerving, Ring places audience members at the heart of athrilling attack on their own identity. Please be aware that a total blackout is usedfor the majority of the performance.
Mies JulieTuesday 13th - Saturday 17th August: In the smouldering kitchen of a remoteSouth African house, eighteen years after the end of apartheid, a single night ofbrutality and tenderness unfolds between a black farm labourer and his whitemaster’s daughter. The visceral struggles of contemporary South Africa are laid bareas the couple’s deadly attraction spirals out of control and they battle over power,sexuality, memory, mothers and land.
The Three MusketeersMonday 2nd September:Young Nicole D’Artagnan dresses up as a man and headsto Paris in the hope of joining the famous King’s Musketeers. But murky happeningsplague the progress of our heroine and her new found trio of friends as they battlecorruption, femme fatales and the cultural confusions brought on by a quest toEngland. Blackadder meets Gilbert & Sullivan in this hilarious and ingenious show.All for fun and fun for all!
Pegasus Theatre Sponsored ByMagdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RE. Tel: 01865 812150 Booking: 01865 812150 Web: www.pegasustheatre.org.uk
Guys And DollsWednesday 28th - Saturday 31st August: RicNic Oxford present Guys and Dolls,a favourite of American musicals for its score of fabulous songs set against theglamour of 1950s New York. Sky Masterson is a notorious gambler; as the sceneshifts from the “Hotbox” nightclub to wild dancing in Havana, will Sky keep up hislucky streak when he’s betting on love? Tickets: £10, £8 concessions See websitefor times.
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Much Ado About NothingSunday 28th – Wednesday 31st August: Following its successful run of SweeneyTodd in 2005, RAFTA (the Royal Air Force Theatrical Association) returns to the OldFire Station to present its 1920’s inspired version of Shakespeare’s Much Ado AboutNothing. Tickets: £15, Concessions £12 via www.qtix.info/rafta Time: 7.30pm (Saturday Matinee2.30pm)
The Old Fire Station40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQTel: 01865 263980 Web: www.oldfirestation.org.uk
Monkey Bars Tuesday 10th - Wednesday 11th September: Chris Goode asked 40 eight-toten-year-olds talk about their lives. About being scared, getting lost, being brave,growing up, family, faith and their favourite sweets. The result is a funny andsurprising verbatim show offering insight into what children are trying to tell usabout themslves that we don’t always hear. Tickets: £13.00 Concession: £11.00 Time: 8pm.
The North Wall Arts CentreSouth Parade, Oxford, OX2 7JNBooking: 01865 319450 Web: www.thenorthwall.org
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Mark Thomas: 100 Acts of Minor DissentThursday 12th September: Stand-up comedian Mark Thomas is well versed inthe art of creative mayhem and over the years his troublemaking has changedlaws, cost companies millions and annoyed those who most deserved to be. Nowhe returns to what he does best: mischief. Joyously bad behaviour with a purpose.Tickets: £13.00 Concession: £11.00 Time: 8pm.
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Oxford PhilomusicaSaïd Business School, University of Oxford, Egrove Park, Oxford OX1 5NY.Tel: 01865 305 305 Web: www.oxfordphil.com. E-mail: [email protected].
Participants RecitalSunday 4th August: Oxford Philomusica Piano Festival and Summer Academywelcomes every year many extraordinarily talented pianists from all over the world.In this recital by Festival Participants, you will witness exceptional playing bypianists on the verge of international careers. Venue: Jacqueline du Pré MusicBuilding Time: 8pm Tickets: £12
Piano Festival and Summer AcademySunday 28th July - Tuesday 6th August: ‘Oxford’s masterclasses turn pianolessons into performance art’ New York Times. Daily masterclasses, piano recitalsand orchestral concerts. Various venues around central Oxford. 2013 visiting artists:Federico Colli, Mahan Esfahani, Peter Frankl, Rustem Hayroudinoff, RussellHirshfield, Niel Immelman, Yoheved Kaplinsky, Stephen Kovacevich, Tessa Nicholson,Marios Papadopoulos, Christoph Prégardien, Menahem Pressler, András Schiff ,Hüseyin Sermet, Fanny Waterman
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Oxford PhilomusicaInternational Piano Festival
Friday 2 August Holywell Music Room, 8pmHüseyin Sermet Piano RecitalSchumann Papillons, Op. 2, Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 21, Op. 53, ‘Waldstein’, Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition
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Thursday 1 August Sheldonian Theatre, 8pmSchumann Piano Concerto in A minorBrahms Symphony No. 2
Federico Colli pianoMarios Papadopoulos conductor
Saturday 3 August University Church of St Mary the Virgin, 8pmJ. S. Bach Harpsichord Concertos in A major & D minor plus works byTelemann, C.P.E. Bach, Goldberg
Mahan Esfahani harpsichord/director
Monday 5 August Sheldonian Theatre, 8pmSchubert Winterreise
Christoph Prégardien tenorMenahem Pressler piano
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Orchestra of St John’sEmail: [email protected] Web: www.osj.org.uk
OSJ Proms at the AshmoleanSunday 11th August: Each Orchestra of St John's concert in the series takesinspiration from the Museum's collections and is introduced by members of theAshmolean's curatorial team. Concert programme: Schumann: Kinderscenen, Op. 15(orchestrated by John Lubbock) Debussy: Childrens Corner (orchestrated by JohnLubbock) Mahler: Kindertotenlieder. Contralto – Christine Sjolander with the OSJAshmolean Voices Tickets: £25 (chair), £10 (cushion) Box Office: 0845 6801926 or www.osj.org.uk or in person from Blackwells Music, 25 High Street,Oxford Venue: Ashmoelan Atrium, Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2PH TIme:7.30pm (Doors open: 7pm)
Oxford Coffee Concerts
4 August: Heath String Quartet with Sam Haywood (piano), Mozart Adagio and Fugue,Schumann Piano Quintet
11 August: Viv Mclean, Chopin Recital
18 August: Wilhelm String Quartet, Beethoven String Quartet op.18 no.1, Britten 3 Divertimenti.
25 August: Fournier Piano Trio, Haydn Piano Trio Hob XV .29, Shostakovich Piano Trio no.2
1 September: Adderbury Ensemble, Rawsthorne Trust ConcertDirected by David Lepage (violin)
8 September: Adderbury Ensemble With Fiona Cross (clarinet)Mozart Kegelstatt Trio K 498, Bruch 8 Pieces,Brahms Sonata in F minor
£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
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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.
Cornerstone25 Station Road, Didcot, Oxon, OX11 7NETel: 01235 515144 Web: www.cornerstone-arts.org
Beer and Music FestivalFriday 2nd - Sunday 4th August: Didcot’s premium Beer and Music Festival takescentre stage inside and outside Cornerstone featuring three days of live music, DJsets, a sumptuous barbeque and of course, star of show… 20 local beers and ciders!Kick back and relax with a glass or two of Oxfordshire’s finest ales. Presented in association with LooseCannon Brewery. Admission Free
The Oxford Early Music Festival8.00pm Exeter College Chapel, Turl Street, Oxford OX1 3DPThe Playhouse Box Office (a.k.a. Tickets Oxford): 01865-305305, or at the door.www.charivari.co.uk
The Charivari Agréable ‘Early Music by Candlelight’ Summer Festival 2013August 2013: Friday 2nd August: Sweet Zephyr, Sunday 4th August: Stabat Mater& Salve Regina,Tuesday 6th August: O Dulcis Jesu, Friday 9th August: Eliza in Love,Sunday 11th August: Music for a Mad King,Tuesday 13th August: Singing in Secret,Wednesday 14th August: French Suites, Friday 16th August: O Dulcis Jesu.
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Red 2Retired black-ops CIA agent Frank Moses reunites his unlikely team of eliteoperatives for a global quest to track down a missing portable nuclear device. Tosucceed, they'll need to survive an army of relentless assassins, ruthless terroristsand power-crazed government officials. The mission takes Frank and his motleycrew to Paris, London and Moscow. Outgunned and outmanned, they have onlytheir cunning wits, their old-school skills, and each other to rely on as they try tosave the world-and stay alive in the process.
ElysiumIn the year 2154, two classes of people exist: the very wealthy, who live on apristine man-made space station called Elysium, and the rest, who live on anoverpopulated, ruined planet. The people of Earth are desperate to escape the crimeand poverty that is now rampant throughout the land. The only man with thechance to bring equality to these worlds is Max, an ordinary guy in desperate needto get to Elysium.
Only God ForgivesJulian, a drug-smuggler thriving in Bangkok's criminal underworld, sees his life geteven more complicated when his mother compels him to find and kill whoever isresponsible for his brother's recent death.
Kick-Ass 2The costumed high-school hero Kick-Ass joins with a group of normal citizens whohave been inspired to fight crime in costume. Meanwhile, the Red Mist plots anact of revenge that will affect everyone Kick-Ass knows.
The Lone RangerA thrilling adventure infused with action and humor, in which the famed maskedhero is brought to life through new eyes. Native American spirit warrior Tontorecounts the untold tales that transformed John Reid, a man of the law, into alegend of justice—taking the audience on a runaway train of epic surprises andhumorous friction as the two unlikely heroes must learn to work together and fightagainst greed and corruption.
August Film ReleasesSelect highlights of films on in Oxford and Oxfordshire over this month. Please see inoxford.com for moredetails and trailers. Scan QR Codes on this page to view trailers now! Tweet us what you think of this monthsreleases @inoxford
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Art, Antiques & Museums
OXFORD’S ANTIQUES & CRAFT CENTREChoose from a wide range of Antiques, Jewellery, Collectables &Books plus original works by local Craftspeople and Artists.Antiques on High, 85 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BG.Tel:01865-251075. Open: Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm,Sundays and Bank Holidays 11am - 5pm.
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www.wisegal.com40/41 South Parade, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7JL. Tel: 01865 515123.
Rachel Ducker Wire SculptureTel: 01865 311418. M: 07855 751756. Web: www.rachelducker.co.uk.
Rachel specialises in sculptured wire figures concentrating on the expressive &emotional dynamics of human nature. Handcrafted from annealed steel wire,galvanised & black. Coloured enamelled copper wire hair. From 30cm to lifesize.Price determined by size and complexity of the piece. Please call to find out moreabout viewing Rachel’s work.
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Christ Church Picture GalleryTemptations to Devotion:Creating the Italian altarpiece in the Renaissance and Baroque
15 June -14 October 2013
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July - September (open every day) Mon - Sat: 10.30am - 5pm. Sun: 2pm - 5pm.October - (closed Tuesdays)Mon, Wed - Sat: 10.30am - 1pm & 2 - 4.30pm.Sun: 2pm - 4.30pm.
Christ Church, Oxford. Entrance Via Oriel Square. Admission: £3/£2Tel: 01865 276172www.chch.ox.ac.uk/gallery
University of Oxford Shop106 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 247414.Web: www.oushop.com.
Watercolour, Acrylic, Photography and Prints of views around the City.Artists displayed include Valerie Petts, Ken Messer, David Langford, John Bastin andmany more. On sale year round, commissions accepted.
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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,
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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
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Sanders of OxfordRare Prints & Maps
Sanders of Oxford, situated in the 17th century SalutationInn, has long been a landmark on the High Street. Ourselection of prints and maps, dating from 16th – 20thCenturies, is extensive and encompasses a wide range ofsubjects, engravers and prices.
On display in the gallery at the moment we have a fantasticcollection of early maps of Oxford, Great Britain and the restof the World alongside some stunning printed views of theUniversity City.
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Kieran Stiles Art StudiosFolly Bridge, Oxford. Tel: 07967 075367. Web: www.artcoursesoxford.com. E-mail: [email protected].
A range of beginner and advanced courses in painting, printmaking and life drawingwith a professional artist and experienced, qualified teacher. Mid-week andweekend tuition in a friendly atmosphere. Group sessions, all day workshops andindividual tutorials. Exhibition space available. All in the inspiring setting of FollyBridge, Oxford.
Modern Art Oxford30 Pembroke Street, Oxford, OX1 1BPTel: 01865 722 733 Web: www.modernartoxford.org.uk
Monday 26th August: The New Scientist called Black Drop "an engagingdocumentary, in which Starling considers astronomers’ historic interest in thetransit of Venus, and their endeavours to improve the accuracy of theirobservations, from the viewpoint of an artist interested in the history of the development of cinema."Following the off-site screenings of Black Drop earlier this year, Modern Art Oxford invites Starling back tothe gallery with a new presentation of the film alongside a series of his recent sculptural works - VenusMirrors.
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Gallery at the Old Fire Station40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQTel: 01865 263980 Web: www.oldfirestation.org.uk
Other PlacesUntil Friday 16th August:Three dynamic young artists – Tom Howse, Lindsey Bulland Gabriella Boyd come together for a group exhibition that takes us in to apainterly world of uncertainty and other places. Let them take you to places wheresituations, scenes and characters float between the real and unreal, playful and disturbing, everyday andfantastic. Curated by High House Gallery, Caulfield. Opening Times: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm
RAJ23rd August – 27th September: This photographic exhibition by Victor Diafocuses on allotment gardens in Poland in an objective yet, at times, lyricalapproach. Behind an apparent typology of such dwellings lies the threat of adeveloping economy and the fight for survival of these urban patches ofpicturesque respite. Opening Times: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm
Modern Artists GalleryHigh St.Whitchurch on Thames, Oxon, RG8 7EXTel: 0118 984 5893 Web: www.modernartistsgallery.com
Frances Goddard, Mark Hall, Sadie Brockbank, Dave Morris. Kate and Paul Kessling,Alice Cescatti, Paul Wright, Angela Smith. Please telephone first before settingout. Kathryn Thomas Paintings. Frances Goddard Sculpture. Photo: RhiannonWilliams.
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University of Oxford Shop106 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 afantastic 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 contributionto the work and teaching of this world-famous establishment.
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Shop at the Old Fire StationGloucester Green, Oxford, OX1 2AQTel: 01865 263980 Web: www.oldfirestation.org.ukDrawing in creative talent from across the UK, with a particular focus on the ‘homegrown’ artists of Oxfordshire and the South East, the shop sells original prints andillustrations, jewellery, accessories, cards, zines and more…On 14th June, 5.30-8pmthey will be launching the online shop and all are welcome. There will be live music,tasty treats from a local food creator, a making station and exclusive discounts. Opening Times: Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm
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College of International EducationBocardo House, 24B St Michael’s Street, Oxford OX1 2EB. Tel: 01865 202238. Web: www.cie-oxford.com.
The College of International Education (CIE) is a small college, located in the centreof Oxford, opposite the famous Oxford Union. We offer English Language,Academic, Foundation Year and Pre-Boarding courses. Tuition is in small classes(max 8), given by dedicated and well-qualified teachers.
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The Lake School of English Oxford14 Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1JQ Tel: +44 (0) 1865 724312 Email: [email protected] Web: www.englishinoxford.com
In the centre of Oxford, the Lake School of English offers a professional, dynamicapproach to teaching and a supportive environment for learning with intensivecourses delivered by well-qualified and experienced teachers.
Our students enjoy personal attention, inclusive social activities, comfortableaccommodation and lovely self-study facilities. The Lake School is British Council accredited, a Centre ofExcellence 2010 - 2012, and a member of Quality English.
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Bloxham SchoolBloxham School, Bloxham, Banbury OX15 4PETel 01295 720222 Web: www.bloxhamschool.com
The school offers a supportive, caring and friendly environment that allows thosewith talent in any area of the school’s life to contribute and to succeed. The school,which is predominately boarding, is fully co-educational. Weekly boarding for theschool’s Lower School (11 and 12 year olds) enjoys fantastic and homely facilities.Day pupils are thoroughly integrated within the school and a bus service frommany local towns and villages operates for all pupils of the School. Bloxham attaches great importance tothe academic quality of its education. It offers a wide range of GCSE and A / AS Level courses. 98% of pupilsgo to University, including Oxford and Cambridge.
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EF International Language CentrePullens Lane, OX3 0DT, Headington, Oxford Tel: +44 (0) 1865 759 660www.ef.co.uk – Facebook: EF Oxford – Twitter: @efoxford
EF International Language centres, is a Modern campus with disabled friendlyfacilities. Situated in the prestigious area, Pullens Lane in Oxford. We offer Englishcourses and University preparation to students from more than 50 countries. Ourcourses are flexible in length to suit you, from 2 weeks to 52 weeks a year. Our EFEfektatm 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 andinteraction with the local culture plus we will help you prepare for and take official language proficiencyexams 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 arrangeaccommodation, meals, visa guidance, medical insurance and anything else you can think of, so you are ableto just focus on learning and enjoying your course and exciting experience.”
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Stagecoach Theatre Arts OxfordTel: Maya Sprigg 01869 278600.Web: www.stagecoach.co.uk/oxford. Email: [email protected].
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, actingand dance classes in Oxford, stretching young imaginations and buildingconfidence. We provide the right combination of learning and performing, withopportunities for all ages. Open every weekend during term time and workshopsduring the school holidays, come join the fun!
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For children aged 3 to 16. Create Club is different from traditional activity holidaycamps. Active, great fun and full of adventure and the emphasis is on creativeactivities - arts, crafts, drama, dance, singing, music, sports and bush-craft andgetting kids into the countryside. It’s educative too with special ‘history alive’ days during most holidays. AlsoCreate staff are trained and qualified teachers. It’s a good mix and gives things a professionalismappreciated by many parents. Joining us for Create is also a great way to learn more about our Montessorischools, the nursery, primary and even senior school environments on offer.
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The Grumpiest Boy in the WorldFriday 27th - Sunday 29th September: Grumpy 7 year-old Zachary, is fed upwith feeling average and journeys into a surreal and entrancing world to discoverwhat makes him special. A host of hilarious characters combine with internationalaward winning writer Finegan Kruckemeyer’s trademark sharp dialogue in thisunique twist on an adventure tale. Show only: £8 adult, £5 child, Sunday showand workshop pacoage (1 adult +1 child) £16
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Decorate Your Own Gingerbread ManWednesday 21st August: Have fun decorating your very own gingerbread teddy.Dress them up with sweet treats and coloured icing to make the yummiest teddyaround! All followed by a delicious juice and sweet treat. Tickets can be purchasedonline or from the customer service help desk within the Garden Centre This eventwill be located in the Garden Centre. Time: 10am - 4pm
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Sat 17th Aug (A)Oxford United v Torquay 3:00pm
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Fri 11th Oct (H)OURFC v Trinity College, Dublin 18:00
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Established in Oxford for nearly ten years, Monica Franke offers expertise in generalosteopathy, sports osteopathy and Pilates, emphasising high standards ofcommunication, diagnosis and treatment. She is recently joined by two associates,Ben Ousey and Angela Power who also offer particular areas of expertise, includingsports injuries, cranial osteopathy and mom’s and babies. Franke Osteopathypractitioners enjoy helping people to understand the origin of their aches and strains, and helping them tomore pain-free function and improved performance. Visit our website or blog (frankeosteopathy.tumblr.com)to find out more.
Diamond House - Dental Practice199 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 friendlyenvironment, with the most up to date methods and equipment available. Thesafety and comfort of our patients is always our primary concern.
Clinic95 – Dental Practice95 West Way, Botley, Oxford, OX2 9JYTel: 01865 241662 Web: www.clinic95.com
Our experienced dental professionals pride themselves on their gentle approach todental care. Our aim is to improve your dental wellbeing in friendly, relaxedsurroundings with a thorough and unhurried service that is second to none. Weoffer all the private treatments you would expect, including comprehensive healthchecks, white fillings and preventive hygiene therapy, as well as an extensive rangeof cosmetic treatments, such as tooth whitening, implants, porcelain crowns & veneers and orthodontics fora great smile makeover. Nervous patients are particularly welcome at Clinic95 and our reassuring sedationtechniques help aid relaxation.
TAO Beauty Salon1st floor, Above The Globe Newsmarket, 99 St Aldates OX1 1BT. Tel: 01865 249347. Web: www.taobeautyoxford.co.uk
Established in 1968, Tao offers a wide range of beauty treatments includingDermalogica, St Tropez Airport, Jessica Nail Care, Microdermabrasion, Non Surgicalface lifts, and much more. Open: Monday to Saturday.
Spirit Health ClubWoodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 8JDTel: 01865 888444 Web: www.spirithealthclubs.co.uk
We’ll get you going with a free lifestyle consultation and personalised programme.That’s all wrapped up with complimentary towels, toiletries, and a host of greatdiscounts. Feel comfortable and at ease here. With a great, social atmosphere andfriendly staff as committed to your long term goals as you are. Whether it’s fitness,relaxation or wellbeing, we’ll help you find your true Spirit.
Bare UKBoars Hill, Oxford, with private parking.Tel: 07773 764817. Web: www.bareuk.co.ukHave you got unwanted hair, leaving you feeling distressed? Well you don’t needto panic any longer, here at Bare UK we specialise in the revolutionary hairreduction method ‘Intense Pulse Light’, a form of laser treatment, designed toremove unwanted hair, so you can now say goodbye to waxing, and hello tosmooth skin. After a few treatments with our high grade IPL system you will beginto notice a difference. So visit us at Bare UK today and get rid of those unwanted hairs. Visit www.bareuk.co.ukfor further information, or to find out about other treatments.
YogaVenue2 Avenue Lane, Oxford, OX4 1YFTel: 01865 245 754 Web: www.yogavenue.co.uk
We are Oxford’s only purpose built yoga studio offering classes in Hot Yoga andVinyasa Yoga, situated at the beginning of Cowley Road. YogaVenue was created toprovide a dedicated space for students to study and enjoy their Yoga practice. Allour classes aim to enhance conscious living and greater fulfilment in life throughthe practice of Yoga. Qualified and experienced teachers and welcoming staff willsupport students during their classes and time at YogaVenue.
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Macdonald Randolph HotelBeaumont 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 theheart of the city opposite the world famous Ashmolean Museum. Built in 1864and recently refurbished, the hotel offers each guest the highest level of comfortand service in a traditional and welcoming environment. The location makes theMacdonald Randolph Hotel an ideal base for exploring the historic sights of Oxfordor the thriving shopping centre just two minutes walk away.
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The Manor HotelThe Manor at Weston-on-the-Green, Oxfordshire, OX25 3QLTel: 1869 350621 www.themanorweston.com
The Manor at Weston-on-the-Green nestles in the heart of the Cotswolds. Proudof its 900-year-old history, the Manor is today a country house hotel, opening itsdoors to guests who seek a truly relaxed escape, with fine food, fine wine andbeautiful, fascinating surroundings.We invite you to treat our hotel as your home:we do not stand on ceremony here. Explore our house and gardens, take a dip inthe pool or a walk in the grounds. Our doors are open and we invite you in. Welcome to the Manor at Weston-on-the-Green.
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River hotelBotley Road, Oxford, OX2 0AA. Tel: (01865) 243475 Guests: 249756 Fax: 724306Web: www.riverhotel.co.uk Email: [email protected]
• Excellent City location by River Thames, originally an 1870’s Master-builder’shome, College owned property, On ‘Thames walk’ at Osney bridge. Lawn toriverbank. Residents bar. • 20 bedrooms with own bathroom, direct dial telephone,hot beverage tray, T.V. clock radio, hairdryer, free WiFi on site. • Car park/CCTV onsite - free for residents. Sat Nav via Mill st. OX2 0AJ. 1 mile to A34 ring road westat Seacourt on A420. • 24-hour access for registered residents. Close-down by midnight.Airport arrival late check-in request only if pre-arranged. Daytime left luggage/car parking service availableafter 11am check-out. • VisitBritain ** Metro Hotel grading, breakfast service only. “Large enough to becomfortable, small enough to be friendly”
YHA2a Botley Rd, Oxford OX2 0AB. Tel: 01865 727275.Web: www.yha.org.uk.
The best value budget accommodation in town. Centrally located with en-suiterooms, breakfast buffet, bar and Great British menu, YHA Oxford redefines whatyou can expect from a hostel. We offer 24 hr access, internet access, luggage storeand private rooms all 5 minutes walk from the city centre.
The Beetle and WedgeFerry Lane Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxfordshire OX10 9JFTel: 01491 651381 Web: www.beetleandwedge.co.uk
Set on the banks of the River Thames immortalised in 'The Wind in the Willows' andJerome K Jerome's chronicled escapades of his friends' visits in 'Three Men in aBoat', the Boathouse Restaurant emphasis is on quality of food, wines and service.The older part of our beautiful old beamed Boathouse offers our famous opencharcoal grill where delicacies are created before your very eyes. Join us and enjoythe tranquillity and peace of a beautiful riverside setting for relaxed dining.
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Burlington House Hotel374 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 7PPTel: 01865 513 513 Web: www.burlington-hotel-oxford.co.uk
Nestling in leafy Oxford, a short bus ride away from the bustling City Centre,Burlington House offers high quality and peaceful luxury bed & breakfastaccommodation to Oxford’s many visitors. Burlington Guest House has beenconsistently awarded the highest accommodation rating and is now Five StarsHighly Commended under the new AA scheme. Burlington House has beenrecommended by both the Which? Guide to Good Hotels and its sister publication, the Which? Guide toGood Bed & Breakfasts.
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Royal Oxford HotelPark 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 thebus and train stations and offers: * Air conditioned bedrooms * Free wirelessnetwork throughout the hotel * Spacious and well appointed accommodation* Complementary water and selection of fresh fruit in all bedrooms * TouristInformation Within easy reach of the train station and the centre of Oxford.
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Hawkwell HouseChurch Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4DZTel: 01865 749988 Web: www.hawkwellhouse.co.ukIf you are looking for a hotel near Oxford or a wedding venue in Oxfordshire, thereare few better-placed than Hawkwell House Hotel, which offers comfortable roomsin Iffley Village. The Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has somethingfor everyone, including beautiful English villages, a wealth of National Trust statelyhomes and gardens, and for children, the Cotswolds Wildlife Park and Gardens.
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Vanbrugh House Hotel20-24 St Michael’s Street, Oxford, OX1 2EBT: 01865 244 622 W: www.vanbrughhousehotel.co.ukVanbrugh House Hotel offers a unique guest experience with 22 individualbedrooms and suites, each with their own style and character. The Vicarage suiteand Nicholas Hawksmoor room benefit from their very own city garden and terracearea. Each room is named after its own distinctive history or location and there isa story behind each room.
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Hope House Woodstock14 Oxford Street, Woodstock, Oxford, OX20 1TSTel: 01993 815990 Web: www.hopehousewoodstock.co.uk
Three spacious suites (60-80sqm) have all been meticulously restored andmagnificently furnished. Within 500 metres of our front door are 14 eateries. Somefine AA two rosette restaurants, lively brasseries and gastro pubs. No shortage ofculinary options for your stay at Hope House. There are also 15 public houseswithin walking distance!
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Old Bank Hotel92 - 94 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BJTel: 01865 799 599 Web: www.oldbank-hotel.co.uk
The independently owned Old Bank, situated on Oxford’s High Street, is abreathtaking statement in design and arguably one of the best locations in Oxford.Awarded the Best City Hotel 2011 by the Good Hotel Guide, it is surrounded bythe famous colleges of Merton, All Souls, Christ Church and University and isdirectly opposite the Bodleian library and Radcliffe Camera
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Old Parsonage1 Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 6NNTel: 01865 310210 Web: www.oldparsonage-hotel.co.uk
The independently owned Old Parsonage Hotel, situated in St Giles, dates back tothe 1660. The restaurant & bar with their Russian red walls is the perfect place foran informal lunch, afternoon tea or dinner. Afternoon tea at the Old Parsonage isa very English affair to be enjoyed at this time of year on our sheltered terrace.
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Vanburgh House Hotel20-24 St Michael’s Street, Oxford, OX1 2EBTel: 01865 244 622 Web: www.vanbrughhousehotel.co.uk
To stay at Vanbrugh House Hotel is to live at the heart of Oxford, past and present.There are echoes of the hotel's own 18th century heritage in the combination ofhighly-polished service and homeliness. Each of our 22 rooms has its own fireplaceand each of our guests is addressed by their name. Eclectic furnishings, bringingtogether Georgian with Arts and Crafts, matches our passion for accommodatingunique individuals.
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The Feathers HotelMarket 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 witha fun personality. Named Oxfordshire’s Restaurant of the Year 2012, it currentlyholds the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of gin (167 varieties).“The Gin Experience” menu is £75 per person for seven courses.
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Conifers Guest House116 The Slade, Headington Oxford OX3 7DXTel: 01865 763055 Web: www.conifersguesthouse.co.uk
A 4 star Guest Accomodation located in Headington area of Oxford, Conifers offersen-suite bedrooms with free Wi- Fi internet access, flat screen multichannel TV’sand free parking.
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 meatand vegetables. Styled to suit the taste of the municipal connoisseurs, 4500 Milesfrom Delhi is the ideal spot from which to commence or complete the perfectevening. We have created a place that is relaxing and comfortable.
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Shanghai 30’s82 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 bothclassic and contemporary dishes of Shanghai and the surrounding areas - Shaoxingand Yangchow, but also includes some of the most popular dishes from Sichuan,Peking and Canton. Shanghai 30’s is the perfect place for a romantic meal or aprivate function.
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Rice Box178 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1UE.Tel: 01865 202138. Web: www.riceboxrestaurant.co.uk.
Located perfectly in amongst the hustle and bustle of Cowley Road, Rice Box is theplace to go to if you want quick service, delicious food and a welcoming smile. RiceBox has a wide selection of dishes, including Chinese, Malaysian, Japanese and Thai.
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4500 Miles From Delhi40-41 Parkend Street, Oxford, OX1 1JD.Tel: 01865 244 922 Web: www.4500miles.co.uk
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With our restaurant we have created an ambience that will make you feel relaxedand welcomed. Our key aim is to use fresh produce and source it from localsuppliers where possible. We offer no fuss, just classic Asian cuisine. You can enjoyour food in a main dining room, with a party of friends in our function room witha capacity of 28, or if the weather permits in our garden.
Jee Saheb15 North Parade Avenue, Oxford, OX2 6LXTel: (01865) 513773 Web: www.jeesaheb.co.uk
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Majliss is run by veteran restauranteurs from theSylhet region of Bangladesh. The decor is stunningand contemporary, and the food delicious. Livelyand great for groups, but perfect for romanticnights out as well.
Take advantage of our takeaway service, too.
110 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1JE Tel: 01865 726728 Web: www.majliss.co.uk
Annora Restaurant63 Church Way, Iffley Village, OX4 4EYTel: 01865 775974 Web: www.treehotel.co.uk
The Award-winning Annora Restaurant is a charming pub restaurant with specialistEuropean and Indian head chefs, championing wonderful food from around theworld using the freshest ingredients, with excellent service and a warm andwelcoming atmosphere
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Malikas218 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, whichguarantees a superior Indian cuisine experience! Modern decor, which seats 70, butstill the atmosphere is cozy and relaxing.
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Loch Fyne Bar and Grill55 Walton Street, Oxford, OX2 6AETel: 01865 292510 Web: www.lochfyne.com
Loch Fyne started with one inspirational idea – to grow oysters in the clear, fertilewaters of Loch Fyne – and has developed into a cluster of businesses whose successis built on an honest approach to superb quality food.
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CockadooNuneham Courtenay Oxfordshire, OX44 9NX. Telephone: 01865 341 030. Web: www.cockadoo.co.uk.
Cockadoo Bar & Restaurant invites you to experience sophisticated fine dining ina luxurious yet relaxing environment. The staff will ensure the highest levels ofstandard throughout your experience at Cockadoo. Far Eastern cuisine at its finest,why not visit soon?
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Gurkha Village is the modern Nepalese Restaurant and Bar with picturesqueenclosed beer garden including children’s play area at the rear. Our Restaurant isfully fledged dining and drinking institution with first class reputation forgastronomy and hospitality. Our talented chefs mainly use locally sourced freshquality ingredients to create a memorable authentic Nepalese and Indian food.
Gurkha Village174 Oxford Road OX5 1EA Kidlington Tel: 01865 378180 / 01865 608572 Web: www.gurkhavillagekidlington.co.uk
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At Rosemary Restaurant, we are committed to bring you the best of Pan-Asiancuisine. We offer a variety of Asian menu from traditional to fusion style includingJapanese,Thai and Chinese.With a passion for creativity and fresh, unique tastes. Weare committed to create a fun place where you can celebrate with great food andtop-notch service at a reasonable price.
Rosemary81 London Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9AATel: 01865 765 999 Web: www.rosemaryrestaurant.net
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Situated on vibrant, centrally located Little Clarendon Street, Al-Andalus is astylish and bustling Spanish tapas bar. Independently - owned, it servesdelicious, freshly- prepared and authentic Spanish tapas dishes. In addition tothe high quality of its cuisine and friendly service, Al-Andalus offers a lively andinformal atmosphere, further enhanced on Friday and Saturday evenings bylive and exhilarating Sevillanas dance shows. Open: Mon to Thur 12am-3pm& 5pm till late, Fri-Sun 12pm till late.
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Pierre Victoire9 Little Clarendon St, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 316616. Web: www.pierrevictoire.co.uk.
Enjoy our authentically cooked, traditional dishes in an informal environment atreasonable prices, the way the French do… Choose from a variety of fixed pricemenus, which we change with the seasons, focusing on local, fresh produce! Weoffer a 3 course lunch or early Pre Theatre supper for £9.90 and an evening 3 coursePrix Fixe for £19.90! We love parties whether its Christenings,Birthdays,Graduationsor even Retirements,offer an incredible £18.50 menu, and can cater for groups up to 60 ...! Rustic and friendly,with lots of candles, providing great food, value and service!
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Al-Andalus10 Little Clarendon Street, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 516688.Web: www.tapasoxford.co.uk.
The Bear & Ragged Staff28 Appleton Road, Cumnor OX2 9QH. Tel: 01865 862329. Web: www.bearandraggedstaff.com
The Inn boasts a beautiful restaurant and 16th century bar restored to its stunningoriginal glory. The dining menu features traditional English country cooking with asmattering of international dishes. The quintessential British love of game seemsto be under-represented in Oxford, so The Bear is putting that right.
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The Broad Face30-32 Bridge St, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 3HRTel: 01235 537775 Web: www.thebroadface.co.uk
Recently refurbished to a high standard in the heart of Abingdon, The Broad Faceserves freshly prepared, seasonal food using local produce, cooked to order. Firstclass cuisine and an excellent selection of wines. Make sure you visit what is widelyregarded as one of Oxfordshire’s finest restaurants.
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Oxford Blue32 Marston Street, Oxford, OX4 1JUTel: 01865 460215 Web: www.theoxfordblue.com
We have just finished renovating this delightful building into a stylish pub offeringan exciting food paired to beers and wines dining concept. Mark Bradbury hascreated an eclectic menu of authentic dishes using the very best of local andseasonal ingredients. Chris Murray has matched some really interesting beers andwines to go with the food to make it easier for you to choose.
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The White HartMain Road, Fyfield, Abingdon, Oxon, OX13 5LWTel: 01865 390 585 Web: www.whitehart-fyfield.com
Where you can enjoy award-winning food, fine wines and local real ales, under thesoaring eaves of of a 15th Century Chantry House. The White Hart has held tworosettes for culinary excellence for 4 years running but is still somewhere you canstop and have a pint of real ale after a hard days work.
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Old Swan & Minster MillSchool Hill, Minster Lovell, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 0RNTel: 01993 774 441 Web: www.oldswanandminstermill.com
The Old Swan captures the charm of bygone years, throw in a good measure ofmodern convenience, add to it the laid-back atmosphere of the gastro-pub inspireddining room and log-fired bar and you’ll feel like there’s no place like it. The settingcouldn’t be more romantic if it tried.
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The Beetle and WedgeFerry Lane Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxfordshire OX10 9JFTel: 01491 651381 Web: www.beetleandwedge.co.uk
The Restaurant offers a warm and friendly atmosphere and a magical combinationof fabulous food, an idyllic location and great service - our mission is to ensureyour time with us is as enjoyable as possible. Families are important to us at TheBeetle & Wedge Boathouse and children are always welcome, we can adapt ourmenus to suit most tastes and provide highchairs where necessary. If you have anyspecial requirements please contact us.
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La Cucina39-40 St. Clements, Oxford, OX4 1ABTel: 01865 793811 Web: www.lacucinaoxford.co.uk
The open kitchen allows customers to see chefs at work, tossing pizza and preparingdaily specials from 11am - 10.30pm. The menu changes seasonally and caters forall - families and those looking for an authentic italian dining experience in relaxedsurroundings. Open front in Summer months. Italian
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Macdonald Randolph HotelBeaumont 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 secondAA rosette for its cuisine and features contemporary menus in an unrivalled settingwith fabulous views of the city. If a more relaxed atmosphere is desired for a quietdrink then the Morse Bar provides a peaceful environment in which you can relaxand unwind in after a busy day - it was a firm favourite with the cast and crew ofInspector Lewis..
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The Bear & Ragged Staff28 Appleton Road, Cumnor OX2 9QH. Tel: 01865 862329. Web: www.bearandraggedstaff.com
The Inn boasts a beautiful restaurant and 16th century bar restored to its stunningoriginal glory. The dining menu features traditional English country cooking with asmattering of international dishes. The quintessential British love of game seemsto be under-represented in Oxford, so The Bear is putting that right.
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The Chequers at BurcotAbingdon Road, Burcot, Oxon. OX14 3DP. Tel: 01865-407771 Web: www.thechequers-burcot.co.ukA roaring fire and friendly staff welcome you to The Chequers and along with theopulent décor it is a perfect blend of contemporary and classic styles with a cosyand inviting atmosphere. The 400 year old Chequers at Burcot standing just offthe A415 about 5 miles south of Oxford has come a long way since multi-award-winning chef Steven Sanderson first took the reins in 2006. Traditional
Quod Brasserie & Bar92-94 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BN. Tel: 01865 202505. Web: www.quod.co.uk.
On Oxford’s famous High, Quod Brasserie with its terrace and bar forms the hubof The Old Bank Hotel. Formerly a banking hall, it was transformed by JeremyMogford to become Oxford’s largest and most successful restaurant. There is ahuge outdoor terrace, and parking is not a problem. Open all day for breakfast, thefamously good value two course set lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, this stylish,busy, bustling brasserie serves simply designed, unpretentious, robust food.
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Cherwell BoathouseBardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6STTel: 01865 552746 Web: www.cherwellboathouse.co.uk
Beautifully located by the river Cherwell. Fine food and renowned wine list (2010Fine Wine list of the Year) Open lunch and dinner 7 days a week Marquee andterrace available for private hire. Week day lunch menu available 2 courses from£13.50. Al fresco dining available.
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The TroutThe Trout Godstow Road, Wolvercote, Oxford, OX2 8PN.Tel: 01865 510 930. Web: www.thetroutoxford.co.uk
The Trout in Lower Wolvercote is genuinely part of the rich tapestry that is Oxfordlife. With a large terrace looking out onto the river Thames, it is easy to see why TheTrout is the pub of dreams; from Lewis Carroll to CS Lewis you can understandwhy so many people love to sit outside on a summers day with a lovely glass ofwine or a chilled beer and watch the fast moving waters.
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Browns5-11 Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6HATel: 01865 511995 Web: www.browns-restaurants
Browns in Oxford was the second of this famous group of restaurants to open in1976. Standing proudly, and rightfully so, being one of the finest restaurantsOxfordshire has to offer, Browns cannot go unnoticed. Stylish branded awningsline the front of the restaurant while a tall stretch of windows beneath entices andinvites walkers by to get a glimpse and taste of what Browns has to offer.
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Gee’s Restaurant & Bar61 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 6PE. Tel: 01865 553540.Web: www.gees-restaurant.co.uk.
Gee's, the Oxford restaurant where locals and visitors meet for lunch, dinner, ordrinks, brings together simplicity, generosity and hospitality. We serve traditionalBritish food in comfortable, contemporary surroundings. Gee's is a modern bistrooffering diners value for money, satisfying seasonal food and a great choice ofwines by the glass and carafe.
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The Old Parsonage1 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 6NN. Tel: 01865 292305. Web: www.oldparsonage-hotel.co.uk.Our philosophy at The Parsonage is simple: to serve the very best of British foodusing the very best produce to create superb traditional dishes. Our classic Britishmenu includes seasonal food that will appeal to everyone, from roast partridgewith bread sauce to scampi and chips with sauce gribiche, smoked haddock withbuttered jersey royals and poached eggs and treacle tart. It is classic British fareprepared with skill and care using the finest ingredients.
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The Big Bang42 Oxford Castle Quarter, Oxford, OX1 1AYTel: 01865 249 413 Web: www.thebigbangrestaurants.co.ukThe Big Bang is the true gastronomic experience of Great Britain; classic favouritesdone with a bit of style. We source almost everything from within 20 miles of thecity and in doing so, we allow you to taste the authentic flavours of Oxford, not achain restaurant version of it. We also throw in the best of our art, of local livemusic, all served up in the prettiest corner of town, the Oxford Castle Quarter. Traditional
The Red LionThe Red Lion 14 Gloucester Street, Oxford, OX1 2BNTel: 01865 726 255 Web: www.redlionoxford.co.uk
Our menu changes with the seasons and is modern British, comfortably interwovenwith some Mediterranean influences. It ranges from traditional favourites such asfish and chips and steaks to freshly made pizzas and pastas with the chef’s dailyspecials showcasing the finest market fresh ingredients. There’s something foreveryone and for all occasions too.
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Fallowfields Hotel & RestaurantKingston Bagpuize with Southmoor, Oxfordshire, OX13 5BHTel: 01865 820 416 Web: www.fallowfields.com
The restaurant at Fallowfields is renowned for serving excellent food prepared usingonly the finest fresh produce. Our Head Chef, Matt Weedon last year was number45 in the Sunday Times top 100'Restaurants Awards and, previously gained aMichelin star at Glrnnap Castle and Lords of the Manor. Seasonal fruit, vegetablesand herbs are grown in the hotel’s kitchen gardens and orchards and wheneverpossible meat and poultry is sourced from our own farm. The restaurant faces southto overlook the hotel’s croquet lawn and offers the perfect ambience.
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AngelsLittle Clarendon Street, Oxford. OX1 2HS Tel: 01865 544244 Web: www.angelsbar.co.uk
Step into Angels and journey through cocktail history. Choose between the firstvintage mixes or new trends perfected in the Angels laboratry, all carefully craftedby our expert bartenders.
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Crisis Skylight Cafe at The Old Fire Station40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQTel: 01865 263 972
The Oxford Skylight Café is open to the public daily from 9am to 5pm Monday toSaturday. It serves freshly ground coffees, teas and cakes as well as a range of homecooked food prepared from fresh, local produce. There are daily specials (includinga vegetarian option) a range of sandwiches, hot pannini's, baked potatoes, freshsalads and the famous fireman's breakfast served all day!
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Greens Cafe50 St Giles, Oxford, OX1 3LUTel: 01865 316 878 Web:www.greenscafe.co.uk
At Greens everything is freshly made and we use Organic, Free Range and Fairtradeproduce. We cater for everyone’s taste including vegetarians, vegans and gluten-freefoods. Greens Cafe has a friendly relaxed atmosphere with lots of seating availableupstairs with free Wi-Fi also available. Café
Cafe LocoThe Old Palace, 85/87 St Aldates, Oxford OX1 1RA.Tel: 01865 200959. Web: www.goingloco.com.
Just two minutes walk from Carfax Tower is Cafe Loco, with such delights asstunning coffee, sumptuous Eggs Benedict, Full English, homemade Specials, Scones,Teacakes and Full Afternoon Tea, it’s a wonder you haven’t been!!!!!!! IntroducingNEW business lunch delivery service. For details [email protected].
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Modern Art Oxford Café Bar30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP. Tel: 01865 722733 Web: www.modernartoxford.org.uk/about-us/cafe-and-bar/
Modern Art Oxford’s new Café Bar has been designed to perk you up whatever thetime of day. Our coffee is supplied and selected by the Monmouth Coffee Companyand our wine list compiled by the Oxford Wine Company. We stock a range of localbrews including our very own beer Plot 16, grown on our allotment in Rose Hill. Ourchanging seasonal menu and relaxing atmosphere make an ideal place to meet. Café
Iffley BlueChurch Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4DZTel: 01865 749988 Web: www.hawkwellhouse.co.uk
Situated just a couple of miles from the centre of Oxford, Iffley Blue is the newrestaurant at Hawkwell House Hotel in the beautiful village of Iffley. There is anopen style kitchen featuring a wood burning oven, as well as new furniturethroughout. The emphasis is on delivering regularly changing seasonal menus withlocal provenance – as well as exceptional value. Contemporary
The Blacks Head BletchingtonThe Green, Bletchington, OX5 3DATel: 01869 350315 Web: www.blackshead.com
The Blacks Head pub is a late 18th century public house full of charm and character. Here at the Blacks Head our cullinary focus is on locally sourced, freshly preparedproduce. Our Fish and Chips are coated in our popular Ramsbury FlintknapperBitter. Our Childrens Menu is carefully thought out combining choice and healthand our chicken nuggets are made to order from freshly cut chicken breast.For younger diners we have a range of Organic Baby Food.
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Gatineau209 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford. OX2 7HQTel: 01865 311 779Web: www.gatineau.uk.com
Situated in the upmarket Summertown area of Oxford, Gatineau patisserie offersthe finest artisan produce in the French/ European patisserie and boulangerietradition: premium cakes, pastries, savouries and bread - all made with the highestquality ingredients, creative flair, taste combinations and attention to detail.
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Not only were we about to go review the latest ‘buzz’ around town, but it was also
a beautiful, warm day in sunny Abingdon. As a local to Abingdon I’ve seen The
Broad Face exchange hands a few times so was excited to see what the new
owners had done with the place.
Stepping in through the door we were greeted by the cheery staff and shown to our
seats. It was clear to see The Broad Face had been given some tlc, the restaurant looked
great with rustic furniture and décor throughout. We settled in straight away and
moved on to the fantastic selection on the menu.
With our orders taken we were served bread and some beautifully presented Gazpacho
to cool us down. This made us anticipate our mains even more! While chatting with my
partner all of a sudden her face lit up at what was coming to our table from behind me.
Zoe had ordered the most amazing Fish and Chips we’d ever seen, and if you know
Zoe you will know she’s quite a connoisseur of this British Classic. It’s easy to see The
Broad Face believe presentation is key as my Carbonara looked incredible and, I kid you
not, better than any Carbonara I’ve ever had in Italy. In every bite you could taste the
freshness of the ingredients, the love and care that is taken with every dish really shines
through.
We sat defeated and we couldn’t have taken another bite. That was until our desert was
placed on the table. We were presented with a creative Dark Belgian chocolate fondant
that just screamed to be eaten. It was a real pleasure for Zoe to sink her spoon into the
desert commenting on the love of warm gooey chocolate and silky smooth cold ice
cream. The orange espuma really complemented the desert well.
After lunch we got the chance to meet Dan and Bogdan Sminticiuc, the enthusiastic
brothers that have taken The Broad Face and turned it into something rather special.
You can tell they are excited for the future in the way they talk about their restaurant
and being glad to be a part of Abingdon.
As we left, Zoe and I both agreed that we had just experienced something quite special
and with so many great choices on the menu, we will be back very soon.
Review By Rob Scotcher
30-32 Bridge Street
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX14 3HR
Tel: 01235 537775
Web: www.thebroadface.co.uk
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Just outside Dorchester-on-Thames, on the road to Abingdon, is The Chequers, apub that you could quite easily miss. Don’t. The modest exterior hides a trulymemorable pub dining experience. It is very difficult to strike the right balancebetween a pub where the locals can drop in for a pint, and a pub that needs, forits very existence, to provide good food at affordable prices. Throw in a veryrelaxed and convivial ambience and you have a winning combination.
And what food! On his menu Chef Steven Sanderson has constructed a perfect balancebetween ‘pub classics’ (fishcakes, burgers, fish and chips) and high quality ‘mains’, albeitmainly meat-based. Critically, though, the whole menu is based on eclectically sourcedingredients – seafood from Devon, Cornwall, Norfolk, Scotland and Jersey; beef andvenison from the West Country; Oxfordshire lamb, chicken and pork.
On arrival we ordered drinks at the bar and then sat on comfortable sofas in front ofan enormous fireplace to study the menu at leisure. When our order was ready wewere shown to a table that could seat four, presumably because the pub was notcompletely full, though none of the tables are close to each other, which gave us bothprivacy and comfort. A complimentary bottle of water was already on the table - a nicetouch. Place settings were attractive. To start with, we had Duck Salad and Wye ValleyAsparagus. Both were full of flavour and very nicely presented. Pink ginger and corianderin the duck salad transformed what could have been an ordinary plate into amemorable one. The asparagus’ flavour was complemented with goat’s cheese and aslice or two of Parma ham, tastes that softly complemented each other. For the maincourse we chose Fillet of Pork, which came in a cider reduction with black pudding,sweet and sour apples, and a mustard mash, and Wild Mushroom Pancakes, againcleverly combined with the subtlety of a blue cheese crème. Pork is so easy to overcookand dry out – not here, mouth-wateringly moist yet firm and bursting with flavour.Throughout our meal the service was impeccable – knowledgeable, friendly, discreteand attentive. Not what one normally gets in a pub!
The dessert menu is a tour de force - we had the chocolate brownie and could find nofault (we were sorely tempted to try the Strawberry Eton Mess and the Sticky ToffeePudding but showed commendable restraint). The menu is accompanied by dessertwine suggestions, which is a nice, thoughtful touch. Which brings me to the wine list- I doubt many pubs have a wine list which includes Chateau Laffite or Chateau HautBrion! - but apart from these monstrously expensive and brilliant wines there is alsoan excellent range of modestly priced vintages from other wineries all over the world(many family-owned). We settled for Portuguese wine from the Douro (very few pubsunderstand just how good Portuguese wine can be).
The Chequers really is impressively good.
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