BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Oxford Magazine - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Oxford Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T193000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20251127T221447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T030544Z UID:10010704-1764358200-1764358200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:An Evening of Wine Tasting – Christmas Wines DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Wine Tasting – Christmas Wines\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout An Evening of Wine Tasting – Classic Grape Varieties\n\n\n\nChristmas beverages were almost always Champagne\, Claret and Port. \n\n\n\nBut now with more knowledge and availability we can be more adventurous and this tasting will feature something different\, including an award winning English sparkler\, two interesting whites as well as three reds\, one Pinot and two full bodied plus something interesting to finish. \n\n\n\nCome and join the fun! \n\n\n\nLimited tickets available\, book early to avoid disappointment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£25.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 28 November 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nLimited tickets available\, book early to avoid disappointment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Beacon\, Wantage\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Beacon is a community centre in Wantage offering live events\, cinema screenings\, room hire\, coffee shop\, children’s parties\, class timetable\, receptions and more. \n\n\n\nAs a vibrant gathering place for the local community\, it offers a varied programme of events from film screenings\, live music\, theatre and stand-up comedy to a range of classes and workshops. \n\n\n\nAt The Beacon\, there is also a regular programme of events for the local community to participate in and enjoy\, including stand-up comedy\, live music\, theatre productions\, guest speakers\, film screenings and pantomime. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Beacon\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/an-evening-of-wine-tasting/ LOCATION:The Beacon\, Wantage\, Portway\, Wantage\, Oxfordshire\, OX12 9BX CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/wine-tasting-christmas-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.5863034;-1.4276128 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Beacon Wantage Portway Wantage Oxfordshire OX12 9BX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Portway:geo:-1.4276128,51.5863034 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260103T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20251030T060814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T050037Z UID:10011531-1763078400-1767484799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Blenheim Palace Festive Afternoon Tea DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Tea at Blenheim Palace\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Blenheim Palace Festive Afternoon Tea\n\n\n\nStep into the spirit of the season with the themed Emerald City Afternoon Tea\, available from 14 November to 03 January. \n\n\n\nIndulge in savoury delights such as pigs in blankets\, smoked salmon & dill brioche and roast beef sliders\, followed by freshly baked scones and enchanting OZ-themed sweet treats. \n\n\n\nWith options for adults and children alike\, it’s the perfect way to celebrate Christmas in style. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nEmerald City Adult Premium – £65.00 \n\n\n\n(Includes a glass of Hundred Hills sparkling wine\, lobster & prawn cocktail\, duck bonbon\, Wicked Witch raspberry sphere) \n\n\n\nEmerald City Adult Standard – £40.00 \n\n\n\nEmerald City Child – £20.00 \n\n\n\nA one-off handling fee of £2.50 per transaction applies on all purchases. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGood to know\n\n\n\nAll children’s afternoon tea tickets must be purchased with an adult afternoon tea. Children under 16 years of age\, are not permitted to dine at the Orangery without a full paying adult. \n\n\n\nBookings for this venue are allocated per seat and all guests will be required to have a valid ticket to enter. \n\n\n\nMaximum of 8 guests per table. \n\n\n\nAnnual pass holder discounts do not apply on Saturday 06 December\, Saturday 13 December\, Sunday 14 December\, Saturday 20 December and Sunday 21 December. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/afternoon-tea/ LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, Blenheim Park\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1PP CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Afternoon-Tea-1.webp GEO:51.8463865;-1.3622664 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Blenheim Palace Woodstock Blenheim Park Woodstock Oxfordshire OX20 1PP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Blenheim Park:geo:-1.3622664,51.8463865 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251102T153000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20250909T115434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T180633Z UID:10004267-1761393600-1762097400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Spooky Afternoon Tea at Waddesdon Manor DESCRIPTION:Spooky Afternoon Tea at Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Spooky Afternoon Tea at Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\nThis Halloween\, Waddesdon Manor invites you for a wickedly delightful Halloween-themed afternoon tea. Served in a hauntingly beautiful setting\, this afternoon tea promises a spine-tingling celebration of autumn flavours\, ghostly delights\, and a touch of theatrical flair. \n\n\n\nStep into the historic surroundings of the Manor\, transformed with autumnal touches and just the right amount of spooky magic. Our Halloween-themed afternoon tea offers a playful yet refined twist on tradition\, with a menu inspired by the spirit of the season. Crafted with imagination and flair\, each element is designed to surprise and enchant\, offering a memorable experience for guests of all ages. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re seeking a cosy afternoon escape or a stylish way to embrace the Halloween spirit\, join us for an experience that blends the beauty of the season with a dash of the unexpected. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a hauntingly delightful autumn afternoon in the heart of the estate. \n\n\n\nReserve your table today to experience this seasonal treat. \n\n\n\nThe menu \n\n\n\nThe Executive Chef at Waddesdon has reimagined the classic afternoon tea with a seasonal twist perfect for young ghouls and refined palates. Discover the unique menu below. \n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Spooky Tea Sample Menu\n\n\n\nSomething SavouryMonster Mini Cheeseburger‘Finger’ Hot Dog with Blood KetchupPetrifying Tomato & Mozzarella Pizza \n\n\n\nSomething SweetSpooky Chocolate Meringue GhostMummified GingerbreadDeath by Chocolate Eyeball CupcakeBloody Raspberry & Vanilla Swiss RollWhite Chocolate Skull LollipopJelly Worms & Popping Candy Graveyard Dirt \n\n\n\nDrinksThe ‘Snot’ Tail(Pressed Apple & Pear Juice with Lime Jelly &Lemonade\, served with a Jelly Brain)MilkFruity Water: Apple or Blackcurrant & AppleHot chocolate \n\n\n\n\n\nAdult’s Spooky Tea Sample Menu\n\n\n\nSomething SavouryShredded Confit Duck & Wholegrain Mustard CroissantButternut Squash\, Pumpkin & Sage TartletBuckinghamshire Free-range Egg Mayonnaise & Rocket SliderHomemade Sausage Roll with Spiced Apple KetchupGoats Cheese & Caramelised Red Onion TartletWaddesdon Gin-cured Salmon with a Cucumber Gel on Herb BliniSmoked Haddock & Leek Fishcake with Homemade Tartare \n\n\n\nSomething SweetScone with Clotted Cream & Strawberry JamDark Chocolate\, Salted Caramel\, and Espresso Opera CakePear\, Hazelnut\, and Milk Chocolate Choux BunLemon Meringue TartletBlackberry\, Vanilla\, and White Chocolate Verrine \n\n\n\nDrinksCanton TeaGreen & White TeaHerbal TeaRedemption Coffee \n\n\n\n\nFood allergies or intolerances? Before ordering\, please speak to the organisers about your requirements. Please put any dietary requirements in the notes section at the checkout.(gf) gluten free available\, (g) gluten free\, (n) nuts\, (v) vegetarian\, (vg) vegan (d) dairy free.A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill\, just let them know if you would prefer to have it removed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nGeneral \n\n\n\nAdult – £53.95 \n\n\n\nChild – £18.50 \n\n\n\nNational Trust/Art Fund Member \n\n\n\nAdult – £39.95 \n\n\n\nChild – £18.50 \n\n\n\nGrounds admission included \n\n\n\nDue to high demand\, tickets are selling quickly. Book now to avoid disappointment. \n\n\n\nDates and times:Saturday 25 to Sunday 26 October\, Wednesday 29 October to Sunday 02 November 2025 from 12.00pm to 3.30pm URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/spooky-afternoon-tea-at-waddesdon-manor/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/spooky-afternoon-tea-at-waddesdon-manor-01-pascale-cumberbatch-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250628T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250628T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20250322T112853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T232810Z UID:10010345-1751068800-1751155199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Gin to My Tonic Festival DESCRIPTION:The Gin to My Tonic Festival\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Gin to My Tonic Festival\n\n\n\nTake a ‘spirited’ adventure with the UK’s Best Craft Gin & Spirit Festival – which includes Lemonade. We are uniting hundreds of different craft gins and spirits under one roof to create what can only be described as one epic celebration! \n\n\n\nOur aim is simple – to celebrate and raise awareness of fabulous craft gins\, spirits\, and distillers\, introduce you to new gins\, rums\, and vodkas you may not have discovered before\, and let you enjoy tasting samples as part of your tickets from an array on onsite craft distillers all excited to meet with you. \n\n\n\nSampling is all part of the fun\, and we are proud to be regarded as the ‘festival of choice’ for the craft gin industry. It means we will always have the very best producers ready and waiting to sample with you\, which in turn will always ensure you leave suitably inspired and more knowledgeable than before. \n\n\n\nBeyond the extensive sampling\, we have well stocked bars with hundreds of different craft gins and spirits to tantalise you with. Whilst gin is proudly showcased on our menus\, we now offer so much more than just gin with rum\, vodka\, tequila\, cocktails\, prosecco and even beer now on offer! The festival is enriched further by fabulous LIVE music and entertainment guaranteed to lift your spirits. \n\n\n\nWhether you are a budding enthusiast or seasoned connoisseur\, you are guaranteed the perfect craft gin and spirit-filled day out with The Gin To My Tonic! \n\n\n\nSession times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 28th June 2025; 12.00pm – 4.00pm \n\n\n\nSaturday 28th June 2025; 6.00pm – 10.00pm \n\n\n\nYour ticket provides you with guaranteed entry to the session of your choosing\, along with all the fantastic goodies detailed within your ticket. We are proud to say that stainless steel sampling cups are a new addition\, giving you a fabulous keepsake that empowers you to be more sustainable when sampling with our onsite craft distillers. \n\n\n\nThe bar itself will operate on a token system with each spirit severed with a 35ml measure (bigger than a single)\, garnish\, and appropriate mixer. Tokens are sold in blocks of four but can be shared and split between your group. Cash and card payments are accepted. \n\n\n\nTerms and Conditions Apply. Strictly Over 18’s Only. Should you have any questions then please do not hesitate to contact The Gin To My Tonic at enquiries@thegintomytonic.com who will be delighted to assist you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £19.25 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £2.25 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 28 June 2025 at 12.00pm and 6.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n4 hours \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n18+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-gin-to-my-tonic-festival-2/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Gin-to-My-Tonic-Festival.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T230000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20220805T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T212900Z UID:10005990-1750514400-1750546800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Change is Brewing Beer Fest DESCRIPTION:Change is Brewing Beer Fest by Tap Social Movement\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Change is Brewing Beer Fest\n\n\n\nOxford’s award-winning social enterprise\, brewery\, bakery\, and hospitality organisation Tap Social Movement is returning with its fourth-annual Change is Brewing beer festival on Saturday\, 21 June\, at its flagship Oxford taproom. \n\n\n\nProudly sponsored by NFU Mutual Witney\, this year’s festival is shaping up to be the biggest and best one yet! They’ve got 12 leading guest breweries from across the UK joining them: \n\n\n\n\nTap Social Movement (Oxford)\n\n\n\nVerdant Brewing Co (Cornwall)\n\n\n\nDrop Project Brewing (London)\n\n\n\nPretty Decent Beer Co (London)\n\n\n\nMysterious Brewing (Reading)\n\n\n\nElusive Brewing (Berkshire)\n\n\n\nHackney Church Brew Co (London)\n\n\n\nPhantom Brew Co (Reading)\n\n\n\nSiren Craft Brew (Berkshire)\n\n\n\nDouble Barrelled Brewery (Reading)\n\n\n\nNew Bristol Brewery (Bristol)\n\n\n\nStardust Brewery (Berkshire)\n\n\n\nTwo Flints Brewery (Windsor)\n\n\n\n\nYour ticket includes an exclusive festival glass\, a digital festival programme\, and access to all the tasty beer from these exceptional breweries. \n\n\n\nLive music \n\n\n\n\nGordan Mackay (acoustic country + rock covers)\n\n\n\nJosh Smith (folk meets indie rock)\n\n\n\nBotley Crue (indie\, New Wave\, & Britpop covers)\n\n\n\nDJ Dom of Indie Disco\n\n\n\nMore TBA!\n\n\n\n\nStreet food \n\n\n\n\nProof Pizza (sourdough pizza)\n\n\n\nProof Social Bakehouse (sweet + savoury pastries)\n\n\n\nSquires of Benson (loaded burritos\, nachos\, hot dogs)\n\n\n\n\nExtras \n\n\n\n\nFull-service bar (wines\, cocktails\, non-alcoholic options)\n\n\n\nSupervised children and dogs are welcome free of charge\n\n\n\nHappy vibes!\n\n\n\n\nAbout NFU Mutual Witney \n\n\n\nChange is Brewing is back again thanks to the generous support of NFU Mutual Witney\, which offers home\, car and business insurance coverage\, with first-class service. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nFull price: £12.00 (+ £1.20 booking fee) \n\n\n\nUnder 18s must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nPlease note that your email confirmation will serve as your e-ticket to the event. Please present your email (it’s fine on your phone) upon arrival at the festival. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/change-is-brewing-beer-fest/ LOCATION:Tap Social Movement\, 27 Curtis Industrial Estate\, North Hinksey Lane\, Oxford\, OX2 0LX CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/change-is-brewing-beer-fest-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7514342;-1.2953048 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tap Social Movement 27 Curtis Industrial Estate North Hinksey Lane Oxford OX2 0LX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=27 Curtis Industrial Estate\, North Hinksey Lane:geo:-1.2953048,51.7514342 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250407T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250410T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240330T104511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T155951Z UID:10009520-1743984000-1744329599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Waddesdon Easter Weekend Wine Tasting DESCRIPTION:Waddesdon Easter Weekend Wine Tasting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Easter Weekend Wine Tasting\n\n\n\nJoin the Wine Team at Waddesdon for our first wine tasting event of the year. \n\n\n\nA selection of fabulous wines will be available to taste with experts on hand to guide you. \n\n\n\nWith an opportunity to enjoy wines from Rothschild Estates around the world\, this informal wine tasting is ideal for novices and experts alike. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:Adult – £12.50Normal grounds admission applies. \n\n\n\nDates and times: \n\n\n\nFriday 07 to Monday 10 April 2025 at 12.30pm and 2.30pm \n\n\n\nAccessibility:The Wine Cellars entrance is accessed via some steep stairs. If you will require assistance or level access\, kindly email enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk so they can organise this in advance of your visit. \n\n\n\nThis is a standing event with limited seating. \n\n\n\nDress code:No dress code is required. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:This event is suitable for ages 18+. Please be aware that the organisers will be operating a Challenge 25 policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/waddesdon-easter-weekend-wine-tasting/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/wine-tasting-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20250221T223449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T223512Z UID:10010242-1740787200-1740873599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Gin to My Tonic Festival DESCRIPTION:The Gin to My Tonic Festival\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Gin to My Tonic Festival\n\n\n\nTake a ‘spirited’ adventure with the UK’s Best Craft Gin & Spirit Festival – which includes Lemonade. We are uniting hundreds of different craft gins and spirits under one roof to create what can only be described as one epic celebration! \n\n\n\nOur aim is simple – to celebrate and raise awareness of fabulous craft gins\, spirits\, and distillers\, introduce you to new gins\, rums\, and vodkas you may not have discovered before\, and let you enjoy tasting samples as part of your tickets from an array on onsite craft distillers all excited to meet with you. Sampling is all part of the fun\, and we are proud to be regarded as the ‘festival of choice’ for the craft gin industry. \n\n\n\nIt means we will always have the very best producers ready and waiting to sample with you\, which in turn will always ensure you leave suitably inspired and more knowledgeable than before. \n\n\n\nBeyond the extensive sampling\, we have well-stocked bars with hundreds of different craft gins and spirits to tantalise you with. Whilst gin is proudly showcased on our menus\, we now offer so much more than just gin with rum\, vodka\, tequila\, cocktails\, prosecco\, and even beer on offer! The festival is enriched further by fabulous LIVE music and entertainment guaranteed to lift your spirits. \n\n\n\nWhether you are a budding enthusiast or seasoned connoisseur\, you are guaranteed the perfect craft gin and spirit-filled day out with The Gin To My Tonic! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £19.25 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £2.25 \n\n\n\nDates: \n\n\n\nSaturday 01 March 2025 \n\n\n\nSession times: \n\n\n\nNoon to 4.00pm and 6.00pm – 10.00pm \n\n\n\nYour ticket provides you with guaranteed entry to the session of your choosing\, along with all the fantastic goodies detailed within your ticket. We are proud to say that stainless steel sampling cups are a new addition\, giving you a fabulous keepsake that empowers you to be more sustainable when sampling with our onsite craft distillers. \n\n\n\nThe bar itself will operate on a token system with each spirit severed with a 35ml measure (bigger than a single)\, garnish\, and appropriate mixer. Tokens are sold in blocks of four but can be shared and split between your group. Cash and card payments are accepted. \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n4 hours \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n18+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-gin-to-my-tonic-festival/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Gin-to-My-Tonic-Festival.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250227T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250227T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20250203T082525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T082648Z UID:10010066-1740686400-1740686400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:I Hate Chardonnay DESCRIPTION:I Hate Chardonnay\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout I Hate Chardonnay\n\n\n\nDo you hate Chardonnay? Do you want to change that?! \n\n\n\nJoin Laura Law\, the Tipsy Lawyer\, to challenge your expectations in this fun immersive wine tasting experience. \n\n\n\nFrom Chablis to Crémant\, you’ll try different versions of Chardonnay chosen to tempt your taste buds. This is not your normal wine tasting – there will be interactive games (with prizes to be won) and audience participation is encouraged! \n\n\n\nWhen not working a 9-5 as a lawyer\, Laura is a wine enthusiast who believes wine tasting should be fun not fussy. She holds Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 Award in Wines certification and works weekend shifts at Stanlake Park Wine Estate. \n\n\n\nCheers! \n\n\n\nPlease drink responsibly. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:£25.00Price includes 5 x 50ml samples. \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.50 Booking Fee\, and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Thursday 27 February 2025 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance:8+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/i-hate-chardonnay/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/I-Hate-Chardonnay.webp GEO:51.5394065;-0.9033617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kenton Theatre Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2BP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 New Street:geo:-0.9033617,51.5394065 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241231T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250101T010000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20241123T213703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T213841Z UID:10009713-1735669800-1735693200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Hawkwell House Hotel 1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala DESCRIPTION:Hawkwell House Hotel 1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Hawkwell House Hotel 1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala\n\n\n\nRing in the New Year with a night of timeless glamour\, dazzling elegance and spirited fun at a 1920s Charity Gala at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House. \n\n\n\nIndulge in a delectable four-course dinner and enjoy a glass of bubbly upon arrival\, a toast of champagne at midnight and half a bottle of house wine to savour throughout the night for £125.00 per person (+Eventbrite fees). \n\n\n\nDress to impress in your finest vintage attire and dance the night away with a live DJ! Join for an unforgettable night of festivities and make this New Year’s Eve one to remember! \n\n\n\nExtend the night and retire to one of the elegant rooms for just £199.00 per couple\, with breakfast included. \n\n\n\nThis event is organised by Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House in partnership with Sobell House\, SeeSaw and Be Free YC. Proceeds of the tickets\, as well as any donations will support the wonderful work by local charities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:£125 per person\, plus booking fees \n\n\n\nDate & times:Doors open at 6.30pmDinner service starts at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDress code:Vintage attire in the style of the Great Gatsby \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHawkwell House Hotel 1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala menu\n\n\n\n1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala menu URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/hawkwell-house-hotel-1920s-new-years-eve-charity-gala/ LOCATION:Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel\, Church Way\, Iffley Village\, Oxford\, OX4 4DZ CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/hawkwell-house-hotel-1920s-new-years-eve-charity-gala-01.webp GEO:51.732285;-1.2336424 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel Church Way Iffley Village Oxford OX4 4DZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Church Way\, Iffley Village:geo:-1.2336424,51.732285 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241004T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241004T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240330T111350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T111918Z UID:10009546-1728000000-1728086399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines DESCRIPTION:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\nTake a tour of the historic cellars at Waddesdon Manor. \n\n\n\nTaking place on the first Friday of the month\, the cellar tour and wine-tasting events are held in the Vault Room and surrounded by one of the most historic collections of Rothschild Wines in the world. \n\n\n\nThe Wine Team will take you through the history of wine production that interweaves the three wine-producing arms of the Rothschild Family. \n\n\n\nThis will be then followed by an introduction to tasting wines professionally by sampling two wines from the unparalleled portfolio of wines to showcase the Rothschild history of winemaking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Adult – £12.50Adult grounds admission applies \n\n\n\nAccessibility:If you will require assistance or level access\, kindly email enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk so they can organise this in advance of your visit. \n\n\n\nThis is a standing event with limited seating. \n\n\n\nDress code:No dress code is required. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:This event is suitable for ages 18+. Please be aware that the organisers will be operating a Challenge 25 policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/waddesdon-cellar-tour-history-of-rothschild-wines/2024-10-04/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/waddesdon-cellar-tour-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240330T111350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T111918Z UID:10009545-1725580800-1725667199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines DESCRIPTION:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\nTake a tour of the historic cellars at Waddesdon Manor. \n\n\n\nTaking place on the first Friday of the month\, the cellar tour and wine-tasting events are held in the Vault Room and surrounded by one of the most historic collections of Rothschild Wines in the world. \n\n\n\nThe Wine Team will take you through the history of wine production that interweaves the three wine-producing arms of the Rothschild Family. \n\n\n\nThis will be then followed by an introduction to tasting wines professionally by sampling two wines from the unparalleled portfolio of wines to showcase the Rothschild history of winemaking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Adult – £12.50Adult grounds admission applies \n\n\n\nAccessibility:If you will require assistance or level access\, kindly email enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk so they can organise this in advance of your visit. \n\n\n\nThis is a standing event with limited seating. \n\n\n\nDress code:No dress code is required. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:This event is suitable for ages 18+. Please be aware that the organisers will be operating a Challenge 25 policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/waddesdon-cellar-tour-history-of-rothschild-wines/2024-09-06/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/waddesdon-cellar-tour-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240802T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240802T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240330T111350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T111918Z UID:10009544-1722556800-1722643199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines DESCRIPTION:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\nTake a tour of the historic cellars at Waddesdon Manor. \n\n\n\nTaking place on the first Friday of the month\, the cellar tour and wine-tasting events are held in the Vault Room and surrounded by one of the most historic collections of Rothschild Wines in the world. \n\n\n\nThe Wine Team will take you through the history of wine production that interweaves the three wine-producing arms of the Rothschild Family. \n\n\n\nThis will be then followed by an introduction to tasting wines professionally by sampling two wines from the unparalleled portfolio of wines to showcase the Rothschild history of winemaking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Adult – £12.50Adult grounds admission applies \n\n\n\nAccessibility:If you will require assistance or level access\, kindly email enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk so they can organise this in advance of your visit. \n\n\n\nThis is a standing event with limited seating. \n\n\n\nDress code:No dress code is required. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:This event is suitable for ages 18+. Please be aware that the organisers will be operating a Challenge 25 policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/waddesdon-cellar-tour-history-of-rothschild-wines/2024-08-02/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/waddesdon-cellar-tour-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240330T111350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T111918Z UID:10009543-1720137600-1720223999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines DESCRIPTION:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\nTake a tour of the historic cellars at Waddesdon Manor. \n\n\n\nTaking place on the first Friday of the month\, the cellar tour and wine-tasting events are held in the Vault Room and surrounded by one of the most historic collections of Rothschild Wines in the world. \n\n\n\nThe Wine Team will take you through the history of wine production that interweaves the three wine-producing arms of the Rothschild Family. \n\n\n\nThis will be then followed by an introduction to tasting wines professionally by sampling two wines from the unparalleled portfolio of wines to showcase the Rothschild history of winemaking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Adult – £12.50Adult grounds admission applies \n\n\n\nAccessibility:If you will require assistance or level access\, kindly email enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk so they can organise this in advance of your visit. \n\n\n\nThis is a standing event with limited seating. \n\n\n\nDress code:No dress code is required. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:This event is suitable for ages 18+. Please be aware that the organisers will be operating a Challenge 25 policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/waddesdon-cellar-tour-history-of-rothschild-wines/2024-07-05/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/waddesdon-cellar-tour-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240607T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240607T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240330T111350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T111918Z UID:10009542-1717718400-1717804799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines DESCRIPTION:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\nTake a tour of the historic cellars at Waddesdon Manor. \n\n\n\nTaking place on the first Friday of the month\, the cellar tour and wine-tasting events are held in the Vault Room and surrounded by one of the most historic collections of Rothschild Wines in the world. \n\n\n\nThe Wine Team will take you through the history of wine production that interweaves the three wine-producing arms of the Rothschild Family. \n\n\n\nThis will be then followed by an introduction to tasting wines professionally by sampling two wines from the unparalleled portfolio of wines to showcase the Rothschild history of winemaking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Adult – £12.50Adult grounds admission applies \n\n\n\nAccessibility:If you will require assistance or level access\, kindly email enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk so they can organise this in advance of your visit. \n\n\n\nThis is a standing event with limited seating. \n\n\n\nDress code:No dress code is required. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:This event is suitable for ages 18+. Please be aware that the organisers will be operating a Challenge 25 policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/waddesdon-cellar-tour-history-of-rothschild-wines/2024-06-07/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/waddesdon-cellar-tour-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240518T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240518T163000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240508T080106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T080233Z UID:10009580-1716024600-1716049800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Witney Festival of Food and Drink DESCRIPTION:Witney Festival of Food and Drink\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Witney Festival of Food and Drink 2024\n\n\n\nWitney Festival of Food and Drink returns on Saturday\, 18 May 2024\, at the beautiful medieval Saint Mary’s Church and on Church Green from 9.30am to 4.30pm. \n\n\n\nThe festival draws thousands of visitors each year\, with over 3\,000 attending in 2023. It is an established part of the Witney Festival season and is celebrating its 10th anniversary. \n\n\n\nBeing a community festival run by local volunteers gives the day a completely different feel from many professional food galas. \n\n\n\nPeople come to experience 60+ artisan stalls selling bread\, cakes\, cheese\, sauces\, pies\, pancakes\, meats\, fruit and vegetables\, beer\, wine\, and cider\, to name a few. \n\n\n\nThere is also street food\, live music\, children’s activities\, displays by local clubs\, a raffle\, and a bar and café – making it a fun day out for food lovers and all the family. \n\n\n\nA large fun fair takes place the same day\, next door on The Leys\, and many fairgoers spontaneously drop into the festival as well.   \n\n\n\nNew for our 10th Anniversary event: \n\n\n\n\nSophie Law\, who presents the Breakfast Club\, weekdays 6.00am to 10.00am on BBC Radio Oxford\, is opening the festival.\n\n\n\nPerformance Arena on Church Green with local groups demonstrating their skills and talents\, for example\, Stage Coach\, Witney Town Band and martial arts displays. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWitney Festival of Food and Drink 2024 Programme\n\n\n\nDownload programme \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGood to know\n\n\n\nAll the money raised by the festival goes to the Parish of Witney\, which has responsibility for the maintenance and renewal of St Mary’s so that our town’s ancient House of Prayer can be preserved for future generations. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/witney-festival-of-food-and-drink/ LOCATION:St Mary the Virgin\, Witney\, Church Green\, Witney\, Oxfordshire\, OX28 4AW CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/witney-festival-of-food-and-drink-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7827442;-1.4853652 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St Mary the Virgin Witney Church Green Witney Oxfordshire OX28 4AW;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Church Green:geo:-1.4853652,51.7827442 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240503T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240503T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240330T111350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T111918Z UID:10009541-1714694400-1714780799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines DESCRIPTION:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\nTake a tour of the historic cellars at Waddesdon Manor. \n\n\n\nTaking place on the first Friday of the month\, the cellar tour and wine-tasting events are held in the Vault Room and surrounded by one of the most historic collections of Rothschild Wines in the world. \n\n\n\nThe Wine Team will take you through the history of wine production that interweaves the three wine-producing arms of the Rothschild Family. \n\n\n\nThis will be then followed by an introduction to tasting wines professionally by sampling two wines from the unparalleled portfolio of wines to showcase the Rothschild history of winemaking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Adult – £12.50Adult grounds admission applies \n\n\n\nAccessibility:If you will require assistance or level access\, kindly email enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk so they can organise this in advance of your visit. \n\n\n\nThis is a standing event with limited seating. \n\n\n\nDress code:No dress code is required. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:This event is suitable for ages 18+. Please be aware that the organisers will be operating a Challenge 25 policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/waddesdon-cellar-tour-history-of-rothschild-wines/2024-05-03/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/waddesdon-cellar-tour-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240420T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240420T230000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240330T120623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T120626Z UID:10009523-1713639600-1713654000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:A Taste of Portugal at Waddesdon DESCRIPTION:A Taste of Portugal at Waddesdon\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A Taste of Portugal at Waddesdon\n\n\n\nJoana Vasconcelos\, the Portuguese artist behind The Wedding Cake\, instilled a desire in the chefs at Waddesdon to look into Portuguese food culture\, and they have created a menu to showcase this. \n\n\n\nThe dinner will begin at 7.00pm with sparkling wine & canapés in the Wine Cellars. After\, dinner will be served in the Manor Restaurant. Following dinner\, you’ll have the chance to browse our range of wines\, including those tasted\, in the Manor Shop. Departure will be 11.00pm. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive promptly at the entrance of the Wine Cellars to the right of the Main Door on the North Front at 7.00pm\, and a member of staff will meet you there. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMenu\n\n\n\nCanapésCaves Sao Joao Poco Do Lobo Brut Bairrada \n\n\n\nGrilled Portuguese sardines with olive\, caper and lemon tapenadeQuinta De Santa Teresa Avesso Unfiltered 2022 \n\n\n\nPastéis de Bacalhau\, Grilled Octopus\, Tomato AioliBranco da Ribeira\, Manoel Poças 2021 \n\n\n\nBarbecued Presento Porco Preto with fava bean\, apple & fennel salad & pica pau saucePoças Fora da Série Orange Wine 2021 \n\n\n\nRoasted Duck leg with Madeira braised peas & smoked Chouriço jamManoel Pocas Simbolo 2016 \n\n\n\nBolo de AmêndoaPocas 20 year old Tawny \n\n\n\nCoffee with mini Pastel de Natas \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nLocation:Manor Restaurant at Waddesdon \n\n\n\nTickets required:No grounds admission ticket is needed. This is an after-hours event and the gardens and house will be closed. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:This event is for ages 18+.There will be a Challenge 25 policy on the night. \n\n\n\nDietary requirements:The restaurant is happy to cater for dietary requirements with advance notice. Please include a note in the Dietary Requirements/ Access Needs box on the checkout page when booking your tickets. \n\n\n\nDress code:The dress code for the evening is lounge suit. \n\n\n\nParking information:Parking will be available directly in front of the Manor on the North Front\, near the cellars and Manor Restaurant. No cars can be left overnight\, please arrange your transport accordingly. \n\n\n\nFor Sat Nav users\, the postcode is HP18 0JH. The main visitor entrance is via Silk Street. \n\n\n\nOnce you have turned onto Silk Street\, you will pass through a set of gates and see a small hut ahead of you. Ignore Visitor Car Park signs and follow the main road up to the Manor until you reach a set of gates. Press the intercom and wait for a member of the Security team to answer. Please state that you are here for the Rothschild Wine Dinner and they will open the gates. \n\n\n\nContinue up the road until you reach a fountain. A member of staff will be there to greet you and show you where to park. Parking will be directly in front of the Manor\, near the wine cellars and Manor Restaurant. \n\n\n\nAccessibility:Parking is accessible\, and step-free access to the Manor Restaurant is available. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/a-taste-of-portugal-at-waddesdon/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/tasting-dinner-manor-restaurant-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240330T111350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T111918Z UID:10009540-1712275200-1712361599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines DESCRIPTION:Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Cellar Tour & History of Rothschild Wines\n\n\n\nTake a tour of the historic cellars at Waddesdon Manor. \n\n\n\nTaking place on the first Friday of the month\, the cellar tour and wine-tasting events are held in the Vault Room and surrounded by one of the most historic collections of Rothschild Wines in the world. \n\n\n\nThe Wine Team will take you through the history of wine production that interweaves the three wine-producing arms of the Rothschild Family. \n\n\n\nThis will be then followed by an introduction to tasting wines professionally by sampling two wines from the unparalleled portfolio of wines to showcase the Rothschild history of winemaking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Adult – £12.50Adult grounds admission applies \n\n\n\nAccessibility:If you will require assistance or level access\, kindly email enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk so they can organise this in advance of your visit. \n\n\n\nThis is a standing event with limited seating. \n\n\n\nDress code:No dress code is required. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:This event is suitable for ages 18+. Please be aware that the organisers will be operating a Challenge 25 policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/waddesdon-cellar-tour-history-of-rothschild-wines/2024-04-05/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/waddesdon-cellar-tour-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T230000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172417 CREATED:20240319T215241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T221329Z UID:10009519-1711134000-1711148400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:A taste of Italy DESCRIPTION:A taste of Italy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A taste of Italy\n\n\n\nTo celebrate the arrival of the Three “Sibyls” from Guercino\, Waddesdon would love to invite you to an evening of Italian delights. \n\n\n\nRead more: Guercino at Waddesdon: King David and the Wise Women \n\n\n\nThey will\, of course\, start with a glass of fizz and canapes in our wine cellars\, followed by a five-course menu\, each paired with outstanding Italian wines in the Manor Restaurant. \n\n\n\nThe dinner will begin at 7.00pm with Prosecco and canapés in the Wine Cellars. After\, dinner will be served in the Manor Restaurant. After dinner\, you’ll have the chance to browse the range of wines\, including those tasted\, in the Manor Shop. Departure will be 11.00pm. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive promptly at 7.00pm at the entrance of the Wine Cellars to the right of the Main Door on the North Front\, and a member of staff will meet you there. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMenu\n\n\n\nCanapes & Champagne in the Cellars \n\n\n\nAsparagus salad with bocconcini\, crispy pancetta & light honey dressingSolosole Vermentino Poggio al Tesoro 2022 \n\n\n\nBraised spring leek risottoReva Grey Lanche Bianco 2021 \n\n\n\nSmoked eel carpaccio with beetroot tapenade & toasted pine nutsAttems Trebes 2019 \n\n\n\nRoasted Porchetta with cavolo nero\, patate al forno & marsala sauceTenuta Luce 2017 \n\n\n\nOccelli Di Vacca with fig chutney & candied walnutsOrnus dell’Ornellaia 2019 \n\n\n\nCoffee with pasticcini \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nLocation:Manor Restaurant at Waddesdon \n\n\n\nTickets required:No grounds admission ticket is needed. This is an after-hours event and the gardens and house will be closed. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: This event is for ages 18+There will be a Challenge 25 policy on the night. \n\n\n\nDietary requirements:The restaurant is happy to cater for dietary requirements with advance notice. Please include a note in the Dietary Requirements/ Access Needs box on the checkout page when booking your tickets. \n\n\n\nDress code:The dress code for the evening is lounge suit. \n\n\n\nParking information:Parking will be available directly in front of the Manor on the North Front\, near the cellars and Manor Restaurant. No cars can be left overnight\, please arrange your transport accordingly. \n\n\n\nFor Sat Nav users\, the postcode is HP18 0JH. The main visitor entrance is via Silk Street. \n\n\n\nOnce you have turned onto Silk Street\, you will pass through a set of gates and see a small hut ahead of you. Ignore Visitor Car Park signs and follow the main road up to the Manor until you reach a set of gates. Press the intercom and wait for a member of the Security team to answer. Please state that you are here for the Rothschild Wine Dinner and they will open the gates. \n\n\n\nContinue up the road until you reach a fountain. A member of staff will be there to greet you and show you where to park. Parking will be directly in front of the Manor\, near the wine cellars and Manor Restaurant. \n\n\n\nAccessibility:Parking is accessible\, and step-free access to the Manor Restaurant is available. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Waddesdon Manor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaddesdon Manor is an extraordinary French Renaissance-style chateau located in Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, approximately 14 miles from Bicester and 25 miles from Oxford. \n\n\n\nBuilt between 1874 and 1889 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, a member of the prominent Rothschild banking family\, the manor is renowned for its opulent architecture\, exquisite interiors\, and extensive collections of art and decorative objects. \n\n\n\nSet amidst picturesque gardens and parklands\, Waddesdon Manor offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the late 19th-century European aristocracy. \n\n\n\nToday\, it is managed by the Rothschild Foundation\, a family charitable trust\, on behalf of the National Trust\, which took over ownership in 1957. It serves as a cultural destination\, hosting exhibitions\, events\, and educational programs while maintaining its status as one of England’s most cherished historic houses. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Waddesdon Manor\, including opening hours and access information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/a-taste-of-italy/ LOCATION:Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Waddesdon Manor\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP18 0JH CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/dessert-at-waddesdon-manor-restaurant-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8422698;-0.9375034 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Waddesdon Manor Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waddesdon Manor:geo:-0.9375034,51.8422698 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240214T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240214T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172418 CREATED:20240202T190734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T012326Z UID:10009235-1707868800-1707955199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Dine in a Cell at Oxford Castle & Prison DESCRIPTION:Dine in a Cell at Oxford Castle & Prison this Valentine’s Day\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDine in a Cell at Oxford Castle & Prison this Valentine’s Day\n\n\n\nFor one night only\, enjoy the ultimate atmospheric date night at Oxford Castle & Prison and spend the evening locked up with a loved one with a 3-course meal and prosecco in one of the cells. \n\n\n\nChoose from 6 unique locations in the historic building\, from authentic Georgian prison cells to the wood and barred environs of Debtors Tower. \n\n\n\nOr for a truly spectacular setting\, the 900-year-old Norman crypt – site of the earliest learning in Oxford. Or why not choose the cell of notorious society prisoner Mary Blandy? (Just don’t ask why she was in there…) \n\n\n\nEach cell is exclusively yours for the duration of the booking\, and staff will be on hand to serve you your meal while you serve your sentence. Plus\, enjoy a complimentary bottle of prosecco on the house. \n\n\n\nChoose from a 6.30pm or 8.30pm sitting\, with prices starting from £160 per couple. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDine in a Cell at Oxford Castle & Prison\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDate and time:Wednesday 14 FebruaryChoose from two sittings at 6.30pm or 8.30pm \n\n\n\nPrice (per couple)Anne Green’s Cell – £160Mary Blandy’s Cell – £170Roland Jenkes’ Cell – £170Debtors Tower\, Ground Floor £170Debtors Tower First Floor £170The Crypt £1803 Course Meal + Prosecco \n\n\n\nLocation:Oxford Castle & Prison explores the 1000-years of Oxford’s History. Led by one of their costumed guides\, the castle’s rich history\, with a prison at its heart\, will be revealed to you. Climb St. George’s Tower and take in the stunning views before descending into the atmospheric crypt and 18th century prison cells. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/dine-in-a-cell/ LOCATION:Oxford Castle & Prison\, 44-46 Oxford Castle\, Oxford\, OX1 1AY CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/dine-in-a-cell-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7513631;-1.2620427 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Castle & Prison 44-46 Oxford Castle Oxford OX1 1AY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=44-46 Oxford Castle:geo:-1.2620427,51.7513631 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231201T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231203T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T172418 CREATED:20231115T062910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T065245Z UID:10006145-1701388800-1701647999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ox Barn at Thyme’s Diana Henry-inspired menu DESCRIPTION:Ox Barn at Thyme’s Diana Henry-inspired menu\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ox Barn at Thyme’s Diana Henry-inspired menu\n\n\n\nDiana Henry is adored for her scrumptious recipes that have become favourites in households up and down the nation and\, indeed\, further afield.  \n\n\n\nHer column in the Telegraph\, amongst other eminent publications and her many books have won her countless awards\, including a much sought-after James Beard Award in 2016 for her cookbook dedicated to chicken recipes – A Bird in the Hand. \n\n\n\n20 years after its first publication\, Diana Henry’s critically acclaimed and magical book Roast Figs\, Sugar Snow: Food to warm the soul has been republished this Autumn with a new foreword by fellow food writer Nigel Slater.  \n\n\n\nTo kick off the Christmas season at Thyme\, Diana will be at Thyme to talk about revisiting this timeless classic\, the original inspiration\, the travel then and now and learnings after two decades of inspiring food writing with food editor Molly Tait-Hyland. \n\n\n\nTo further celebrate this exciting occasion and sell-out event\, Thyme’s Chef Director\, Charlie Hibbert\, has taken inspiration from the book to dedicate a set lunch menu to Diana to accompany Thyme’s Ox Barn’s A La Carte lunch menu from Friday\, 01 to Sunday\, 03 December\, which will feature: \n\n\n\nStarter: A salad of pears\, hazelnuts and Cashel Blue cheese \n\n\n\nMain: Duck breast with allaide \n\n\n\nVegetarian option: Roast squash with porcini cream \n\n\n\nPud: Steamed apple and marmalade pudding \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:2 courses will cost £34.00 and 3 courses set at £4200.  \n\n\n\nDates & time:Friday\, 01 to Sunday\, 03 December \n\n\n\nThe Ox Barn opens at noon\, with the last lunch orders at 2.30pm.Dinner service starts at 6.00pm with last dinner orders at 9.00pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Roast Figs\, Sugar Snow: Food to warm the soul by Diana Henry\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom the critically acclaimed\, multi-award-winning\, Sunday Times bestselling author Diana Henry\, her classic cookbook Roast Figs Sugar Snow\, revisited\, revised and refreshed nearly 20 years after its first publication\, with a new foreword by Nigel Slater and seven new recipes.  \n\n\n\nFull of comforting delights from cold-weather climes – from the ski slopes of Italy to the coffee houses of Vienna and Budapest\, the rural reaches of New England and beyond – these recipes will bring warmth to your heart as well as your home. \n\n\n\nRecipes include: \n\n\n\n\nGeorgian Cheese Pies\n\n\n\nSalad of Smoked Duck with Farro\, Red Chicory and Pomegranates\n\n\n\nPumpkin Tarts with Spinach and Gorgonzola\n\n\n\nVermont Baked Beans\n\n\n\nRoast Pork with Black Pudding\, Apple and Mustard Sauce\n\n\n\nMelting Leg of Lamb with Juniper\n\n\n\nDublin Coddle\n\n\n\nSnow Biscuits\n\n\n\nSkier’s Chocolate with Bugnes\n\n\n\nRoast Figs and Plums in Vodka with Cardamom Cream\n\n\n\n\nReview“Roast Figs\, Sugar Snow has been in my kitchen since the day I first opened it. Here is a book that celebrates not only the ingredients of the winter shopping bag\, the pumpkins and pomegranates\, chestnuts and soft\, sweet spices\, but the heart and soul of the season. Each paragraph is a carol to what makes the cooking of the cold months something to cherish.” – Nigel Slater. \n\n\n\nGet it on Amazon \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAffiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission if you click and make a purchase from links provided on this page. Commissions help support the running of this website. Visit our affiliate marketing disclosure page for more information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/ox-barn-at-thymes-diana-henry-inspired-menu/ LOCATION:Ox Barn Restaurant at Thyme\, Southrop Manor Estate\, Lechlade\, Gloucestershire\, GL7 3NX CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/ox-barn-restaurant-02-1920x1080-2.webp GEO:51.729359;-1.7083462 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ox Barn Restaurant at Thyme Southrop Manor Estate Lechlade Gloucestershire GL7 3NX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Southrop Manor Estate:geo:-1.7083462,51.729359 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231122T190000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172418 CREATED:20231114T163959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T061931Z UID:10006144-1700679600-1700679600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Barolo & Truffle evening DESCRIPTION:Barolo & Truffle evening at Wilding Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Barolo & Truffle evening at Wilding Oxford\n\n\n\nTwo of Piedmont’s most revered exports will come together at Wilding in Oxford on Wednesday\, 22 November\, during a special Barolo & Truffle evening dining event. \n\n\n\nNew head chefs Michael Carr and Ben Wood have created a five-course seasonally-led menu that pays homage to the luxurious and earthy flavours of truffle\, which will be paired with wines hand-selected by owner and wine director Kent Barker. \n\n\n\nEncapsulating the collaborative wine-forward dining experience that has been cultivated at the Oxford-based neighbourhood restaurant\, this event will present dishes that showcase truffle’s distinctive allure. \n\n\n\nWith some of the best examples of this elusive fungi often found in Piedmont’s truffle-rich soil\, the region’s ‘Wine of Kings’\, makes for a perfect pairing\, with the rich\, complex flavours of Barolo complementing the truffle’s earthy intensity. \n\n\n\nBringing many years of Michelin star cooking experience to bear on the menu\, Michael and Ben will begin with snacks of Crispy Black Truffle and an English Muffin with Homemade Pastrami and Wiltshire Truffle Slider. \n\n\n\nTrompette Mushrooms with a Slow Cooked Burford Brown Egg\, Caramelised Pumpkin and a Shredded Truffle & Cob Nut Dressing will be the evening’s starter before a fish course of Confit Halibut with Black Truffle Ravioli and Grapefruit & Champagne Sauce. A main of Braised Beef Shin with Caramelised Onion and White Truffle Polenta will follow\, finishing with a Caviar and white Truffle Soft Serve. \n\n\n\nUpon arrival\, guests will be served a glass of 1701 Franciacorta Brut DOCG\, NV\, with the evening’s wine pairings including a White Vietti Roero Arneis\, a Red Prunotto Nizza Bansella\, a Red Nervi-Contero Gattinara\, a Prunottos Single Vineyard Barolo and a Moscato d’Asti\, Prunotto to accompany dessert. \n\n\n\nThese wines have been meticulously selected by Kent to work in harmony with each dish while offering a glimpse into Wilding’s 400-strong wine list with an emphasis on organic\, biodynamic and sustainable production. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrice:Tickets cost £95.00 per person for the full food and wine paring menu. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Wilding’s Barolo & Truffle evening will take place on Wednesday. 22 November from 7.00pm. \n\n\n\nPlease note that Wines may be subject to change. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/barolo-truffle-evening/ LOCATION:Wilding\, Oxford\, 11-12 Little Clarendon Street\, Oxford\, OX1 2HP CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/wilding-oxford-05-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.758547;-1.2619242 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wilding Oxford 11-12 Little Clarendon Street Oxford OX1 2HP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=11-12 Little Clarendon Street:geo:-1.2619242,51.758547 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230929T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230929T180000 DTSTAMP:20260511T172418 CREATED:20220929T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T111031Z UID:10006008-1696010400-1696010400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Victorian Murder Mystery & Dinner at Oxford Castle & Prison DESCRIPTION:Victorian Murder Mystery & Dinner at Oxford Castle & Prison\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVictorian Murder Mystery & Dinner at Oxford Castle & Prison\n\n\n\nJoin the Warden of Oxford Castle & Prison this September for an exclusive Victorian-themed Murder Mystery & Dinner event at Oxford Castle & Prison. \n\n\n\nThe Warden has invited guests to dinner\, but death lurks within the cells\, and no-one is above suspicion.  \n\n\n\nAfter mingling with fellow guests over a glass of prosecco\, you’ll work your way through this historic site\, following clues and interrogating suspects\, before sitting down to a delicious two-course meal. \n\n\n\nShare your theories over dinner before judgement is served! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Castle & Prison\n\n\n\nWhen William the Conqueror invaded England and won the Battle of Hastings in 1066\, Oxford Castle was marked by the Normans as the ideal place for a motte-and-bailey castle. Norman baron Robert O’Doyly took it upon himself to build this castle. Over time\, our site transformed from a castle into a prison. Today\, after one millennia\, Oxford Castle & Prison is a visitor attraction with a story to tell. \n\n\n\nLed by one of our costumed guides\, the fascinating history of Oxford and its castle will be revealed as you… \n\n\n\nCLIMB the Saxon St George’s Tower\, one of the oldest buildings in Oxford\, and enjoy 360° panoramic views of the dreaming spires. \n\n\n\nDESCEND underground into the 900-year-old crypt\, the only surviving remains of St. George’s Chapel. Where it is said\, began the education for which Oxford is famed\, and where Geoffrey of Monmouth penned the Legends of King Arthur. \n\n\n\nEXPLORE the austere confines of the 18th century Debtors’ Tower and Prison D-Wing. \n\n\n\nMARVEL the Mound of the 11th century motte-and-bailey castle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing information\n\n\n\nPrices: £75.00 \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 18+ \n\n\n\nEvent timings:The evening will start promptly at 6.00pm\, with dinner served at around 8.00pm and conclude at around 9.30pm\, subject to timings on the night. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n\n\nDo I need to dress up? \n\n\n\nNot at all\, but if you’d like to do so\, you’re very welcome to! This is an immersive Victorian themed event\, so we encourage you to join in the fun. \n\n\n\nWhat food will be served? \n\n\n\nThe Menu \n\n\n\nPoached Chicken Ballotine\, Pearl Barley Risotto\, Peas and samphire\, Salsa Verde \n\n\n\nor \n\n\n\nRoasted Pumpkin Pave\, Pearl Barley Risotto\, Roasted Broccoli \n\n\n\n* * * * \n\n\n\nDark Chocolate Delice\, candied hazelnuts\, textures of raspberry \n\n\n\nPlease note that we are unable to provide a vegan option for this event. \n\n\n\nWill there be a bar?  \n\n\n\nA limited card bar will be available. You may be asked for proof of ID and we reserve the right not to service you alcohol if you cannot provide ID or are refused service by a member of staff. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/victorian-murder-mystery-dinner-at-oxford-castle-prison/ LOCATION:Oxford Castle & Prison\, 44-46 Oxford Castle\, Oxford\, OX1 1AY CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/oxford-castle-and-prison-10-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7513631;-1.2620427 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Castle & Prison 44-46 Oxford Castle Oxford OX1 1AY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=44-46 Oxford Castle:geo:-1.2620427,51.7513631 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR