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Ahh, the weekend! We’ve got another fun filled couple of days lined up in Oxford with delights such as picture installations, a toy fair, a classic car show and a whole host of children oriented activities, amongst many others! For more details, head on over to our website: https://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/oxford/events
Another week has passed and that can only mean one thing! It’s the weekend and time for you to explore and enjoy all that our beautiful city has to offer! From stories and buttery toast to an afternoon picnic and a day filled with orienteering, there’s something for everyone in this week’s ‘What’s on in Oxford this weekend?’ For more details, head on over to our website: https://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/oxford/events
You’re never short of a thing or two to do in Oxford, but in case you were wondering what the hottest things in town were this weekend, take a look at our list of what-not-to-miss! There are things for the whole family, from a celebration of Alice in Wonderland, to a street festival, plus a whole lot more – Oxford’s got it all! For more details, head on over to our website: https://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/oxford/events
The weekend is almost here once again! There’s lots of brilliant things going on in Oxford again this weekend, so we’ve compiled a list of things to keep you and your family busy. From crafts and family trails to a car boot sale and a cookery demonstration, there’s definitely something here for everyone!
The weekend is here again! It’s time to relax and unwind after a long week and what better way to do so than with some great events taking place in Oxford? Here are some suggestions.... Take a look our events page for even more fun things to pack into your weekend- https://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/oxford/events
The Museum of Oxford celebrates it's 40th anniversary this year and to mark the occasion it would like to display 40 objects, stories, photos etc. that relate to Oxford and the last 40 years. If you have something you'd like to share, do come along and show us!
As we enter the festive season, what better way is there to spend your weekend than exploring some of the famous Harry Potter locations, warming yourself by a cracking bonfire and making your very own glorious Christmas Lantern? As always, Oxford has lots to offer and here are just a few things to keep you busy. For more events and further details, head on over to our website: https://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/oxford/events
Punting is a fantastic way to explore the River Thames and view Oxford from a different vantage point. It’s also great for providing entertainment to the locals who, from the sidelines, quietly watch a slightly inebriated visitor attempt it for the first time!
The term ‘punting’ comes from the latin term ‘ponto’, meaning a flat-bottomed boat. Usually, punting takes place upon narrow boats which are square at both ends and propelled by a long pole (think Venetian gondolas, though technically those are propelled with an oar, not a pole!) and often chauffeured. We’ve compiled 10 of the best reasons you should give this quintessentially English activity a try…
Salters Steamers operate an Oxford to Abingdon scheduled boat service 7 days a week between 23rd May and 13th September (weather permitting). Starting opposite Christchurch Meadows and finishing in the market town of Abingdon this is one of the most picturesque journeys in Oxfordshire.
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