Claire Foster
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Lockdown restrictions in Oxfordshire – what’s changing from 17 May
17 May and here’s just about everyting you need to know about what’s changed as lockdown restrictions are eased in Oxfordshire.
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What to see as our museums and art galleries reopen to the public
In line with the government’s roadmap to ease lockdown restrictions, museums and art galleries across Oxfordshire have reopened. Here’s some of what to see at our cultural institutions.
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Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race – the ‘Battle of the Blues’
The annual rowing contest between crews from Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Clubs will be a ‘closed’ event on the River Great Ouse at Ely in Cambridgeshire.
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What to do for an Easter that’s ‘still’ going to look a little different
Like last year, Easter 2021 is going to look and feel different because of lockdown. Here’s what to do when your plans for a traditional Easter celebration are ‘still’ on hold.
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Here’s what to expect at Dancin’ Oxford’s spring dance festival in 2021
The annual city-wide celebration of dance that provides an opportunity for participants to actively engage in high-quality dance in the privacy of your own home.
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The Oxfordshire people recognised in the New Year Honours List 2021
Here are all the Oxfordshire people recognised in the Queen’s New Year Honours List 2021.
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13 life lessons we learned from the lockdowns in 2020
Here are 13 life lessons readers told us they learned from the first two lockdowns in 2020, to help you get through this third national lockdown in England.
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The independent bookshops to explore in Oxfordshire
We are incredibly fortunate to have a diverse and vibrant range of independent bookshops in Oxfordshire that are perfect for whiling away the tedious hours after brunch.
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In Pictures: The Oxford Christmas Market 2019
With the sound of choirs singing Christmas carols, the sight of market traders offering unusual and handmade gifts and the aroma of mulled wine and cinnamon drifting in the air – reminisce about the Oxford Christmas Market 2019.
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Ada Velonis of Marmalade + Kindness on mindful cooking and the products getting her through lockdown
By sharing seasonal recipes, each featuring a unique self-development tip, she hopes to inspire readers to find the time to create, reflect and celebrate the present moment.
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Exclusive performance by percussionist Joby Burgess premiers as part of #OFAvirtual
His performance of Fanta® is taken from his suite for global junk ‘Import/Export’ in which urban composer Gabriel Prokofiev combines African soda bottles and live looping.
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Luxury Christmas gifts ideas from our editors
From the world’s comfiest slippers (apparently) to hand-woven Yak scarves, you won’t be at a loss for beautiful things to put under the tree.
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The Oxfordshire people recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours List 2020
Here are all the Oxfordshire people recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List 2020 including damehood for one of Britain’s best-loved cooks Mary Berry.
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Autumn reading list: The Booker Prize 2020 shortlist
Booker Prize 2020 Shortlist has been announced and it’s a history-making group of writers for the prize. Now there’s your autumn reading list sorted.
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North Wall reopening: An exhibition of painting and textiles
North Wall reopens with exhibition of new painting and textiles Contemplation: Snow Into Water – a celebration of nature and its calming effect on the mind.
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Blenheim Art Foundation exhibition by acclaimed British artist Cecily Brown
The Blenheim Art Foundation will unveil a major solo exhibition by acclaimed British artist Cecily Brown at Blenheim Palace this September.