Entertainment and Activities News & Updates
- 10th July 2015
Well what a jam-packed weekend we’ve got in Oxford this week! There’s a midnight stroll through our great city, an incredible festival at one of the country’s best country houses and even an animation course, plus lots of fun things for the children too! Don’t forget to take advantage of the great events showcasing Oxford’s rich history, including Lewis Carroll, historic mintage and even the families who lived on our very doorstep many years ago!
For more details, head on over to our website:
https://www.thebestof.co.uk/local/oxford/events
- 2nd July 2015
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
- 26th June 2015
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!
- 19th June 2015
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
- 12th June 2015
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
- 15th May 2015
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…
- 8th May 2015
Salters Steamers operate an Abingdon to Oxford scheduled boat service 7 days a week between 23rd May and 13th September (weather permitting)....
- 8th May 2015
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.
- 5th May 2015
Salters Steamers have been running both scheduled services and short boat trips from Oxford and Abingdon for over 100 years and are an established part of the Thames traffic in Oxfordshire in the high season. If a half day's excursion is what is required, Salter's short boat trips to Culham Lock and back might fit the bill.
- 5th May 2015
Salters' Steamers operate the most popular scheduled boat service along the river Thames, serving Oxford, Abingdon, Reading, Henley, Marlow and Windsor. They also run shorter round trips from most of these towns and cities, which makes for a special half day out in some of Oxfordshire's most beautiful countryside.