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SUMMARY:Giffords Circus at Blenheim Palace
DESCRIPTION:Giffords Circus at Blenheim Palace \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Giffords Circus at Blenheim Palace\n\n\n\nRoll up\, roll up\, the Giffords Circus is back at Blenheim Palace! \n\n\n\nGiffords Circus returns to Blenheim Palace in 2026 for another spectacular\, spellbinding show. Celebrated as a national treasure\, the circus delivers performances worthy of London’s West End\, set amidst the green fields of the Cotswolds. \n\n\n\nThe circus tent\, nestled among the Palace’s ancient trees near the Butterfly House and Marlborough Hedge Maze\, invites visitors into a magical world of colourful acrobats\, jugglers\, horses\, and musicians. Audiences can enjoy a truly immersive experience\, blending theatrical flair with traditional circus wonder in a stunning outdoor setting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information (TBC)\n\n\n\nPrices:Adult ticket (age 15 and up) – from £25.00 to £42.50Children ticket (age 3 to 14) – from £15.00 to £32.50Under 3s ticket – Free\, but booking requiredWheelchair ticket – from £105.00 to £32.50Carer ticket – Free\, but booking required \n\n\n\nTickets are available to buy through the Giffords’ Circus website. \n\n\n\nPlease be aware that tickets provide access to Giffords Circus event only and do not include entry to the Palace\, Park and Gardens. \n\n\n\nLocation:Lower Park near Eagle Lodge. \n\n\n\nParking:Parking is on the grounds next to the circus; please follow directions and park sensibly. For those with limited mobility\, there is a limited amount of blue badge parking reserved nearer the tent; please let the car park attendant know if you need to park as near as possible\, and they will show you where to go. \n\n\n\nDogs:No dogs allowed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery
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LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, Blenheim Park\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1PP
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SUMMARY:We're Going On A Bear Hunt
DESCRIPTION:We’re Going On A Bear Hunt\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout We’re Going On A Bear Hunt\n\n\n\nGet ready to swish\, splash and squelch your way through the new sensory trail to find the bear. \n\n\n\nThe much-loved picture book and award-winning animation will be brought to life through a series of interactive installations\, emulating the journey undertaken by the family at the heart of the story. \n\n\n\nPick up a trail booklet and follow in the characters’ footsteps to brave the elements. Roam through swishy swashy grass\, conquer thick oozy mud\, brave swirling whirling snowstorms\, and tiptoe through a cave in search of the bear. \n\n\n\nAs you follow the trail\, scan the QR codes to discover the AR filters. Don’t forget to snap photos along the way! You can’t go over it. You can’t go under it. You’ve got to go through it! \n\n\n\nFantastic fun for all ages\, round up your friends and family and see who will be the first one to spot the bear. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\nThe trail is free with normal admission to Cliveden \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 09 May to Sunday 05 July 2026 2026  \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nAll ages \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information.
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LOCATION:Cliveden House\, Berkshire\, Cliveden Road\, Taplow\, Berkshire\, SL6 0JF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The Ultimate Bubble Show
DESCRIPTION:The Ultimate Bubble Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Ultimate Bubble Show\n\n\n\nRay Bubbles\, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder\, is on a mission to master the art of bubble making and create the ultimate square bubble! \n\n\n\nThis show promises a whirlwind of excitement and surprises\, as Ray uses various different gases to craft stunning bubble sculptures\, effects\, and magical displays. \n\n\n\nPrepare to be amazed as Ray creates a volcano bubble\, a soap bubble carousel\, a bubble ghost\, and even a tornado inside a bubble! \n\n\n\nThe show was inspired by Ray’s work with SEND schools\, adult neurodivergent groups\, and science centres across Europe. \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\nFrom £12.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 16 May 2026 at 11.30am \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nSuitable for everyone\, including both children and adults with additional needs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Mill Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area. \n\n\n\nAs the only dedicated arts provision in the area\, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality\, varied artistic\, educational and participatory programme. \n\n\n\nIt plays a significant role in the town’s cultural\, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms. \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme\, including theatre\, dance\, music\, comedy\, film\, workshops and classes. Alongside this\, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations. \n\n\n\nYou can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there\, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists. \n\n\n\nAlternatively\, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury\, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre\, art studio\, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Mill Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information.
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-ultimate-bubble-show-2/
LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE
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SUMMARY:The General Strike in Oxford
DESCRIPTION:The General Strike in Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The General Strike in Oxford\n\n\n\n2026 marks 100 years since the General Strike. The only General Strike in UK history\, it saw three million workers walk out between 04 to 12 May 1926. \n\n\n\nAmong these millions were workers in Oxford: railway\, print and building workers. They walked out in solidarity with miners facing a wage cut and a longer working day. Their actions brought areas of the city to a standstill. \n\n\n\nIn 1984-85\, thousands of miners went on strike over proposed pit closures. The year-long strike was sustained in part by solidarity efforts across the country. In Oxford\, despite geographical distance from the coalmining heartlands\, collective efforts generated extraordinary support for striking miners. \n\n\n\nThrough two performances based on historical accounts\, these two episodes in Oxford’s history – and the links between them – will be brought to light. \n\n\n\nThe event will feature live music from the Sea Green Singers and a paid bar. \n\n\n\nProgramme \n\n\n\n1.45pm – Doors open \n\n\n\n2.00pm – The General Strike in Oxford\, by Peter Cann \n\n\n\nBased on written and oral histories\, records of the Oxford & District Trades Council\, and newspaper archives\, this performance will draw on the experiences of those in Oxford who took part in the 1926 General Strike.  \n\n\n\nThe performance will be presented by a group of narrators and performers\, who will give voice to the sequence of events and the people involved over the nine days of the Strike. The performance will be accompanied by songs performed by the Sea Green Singers. Written and devised by local playwright Peter Cann. \n\n\n\n3.00pm – Interval \n\n\n\n3.20pm – 40th Anniversary of the Miners’ Strike in Oxford \n\n\n\nBased on the book ‘The Miners’ Strike in Oxford’\, this portion of the event will tell the story of the extraordinary efforts made in the city to support the miners\, including significant campaigning\, picketing and fundraising.  \n\n\n\nFeaturing singing from the Sea Green Singers. This is a reprisal of an event first held at Florence Park Community Centre in 2025 to mark the 40th anniversary of the Miners’ Strike. \n\n\n\n4.00pm – Event ends \n\n\n\nThis event is held to commemorate the centenary of the General Strike\, alongside further events organised by Oxford & District Trades Council. \n\n\n\nAccess  \n\n\n\nThere is step-free\, level entry access to the Town Hall via the entrance closest to Carfax Tower (to the left of the main steps as you face the Town Hall). Inside the Museum\, Museum Makers is accessible via a platform lift to the Galleries and then a lift to the basement. \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\nTickets cost £8.50 and can be booked online or at the Museum Shop. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 16 May 2026 at 2.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nEvent tickets are non-refundable if you choose to cancel your booking. A refund will only be issued if the event is cancelled or if there is a significant change to the advertised programme. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Museum of Oxford\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nThe Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall\, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university\, focusing on the lives\, industries\, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time. \n\n\n\nThe museum features interactive exhibits\, local artefacts\, and personal stories\, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins\, its diverse communities\, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions\, events\, and activities for all ages. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Museum of Oxford.
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-general-strike-in-oxford/
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