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Author Talk: ‘A Jericho Scrapbook’ with Mark Davies - Jericho 200
2025-10-04 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Author Talk: ‘A Jericho Scrapbook’ with Mark Davies – Jericho 200

About Author Talk: ‘A Jericho Scrapbook’ with Mark Davies – Jericho 200

This special event marks the publication of A Jericho Scrapbook: Inside an Oxford Community Saved from Destruction, originally compiled in 1955 by Constance Hawtrey and published this year with comprehensive notes and appendices by local historian Mark Davies, as part of the Jericho 200 celebrations.

Featuring an astonishingly wide range of reminiscences, photographs, sketches, and ephemera (and even the odd ghost story!) about this sometimes controversial Oxford suburb, Constance Hawtrey’s A Jericho Scrapbook is now complemented by Mark Davies’ new appraisals of the origins of Jericho, of the ironworks which became a mainstay of the area, and of Miss Hawtrey’s own life, including her time as an early student of St Hilda’s College.

In this talk, Mark will highlight key moments in Jericho’s early history, from before the University’s purchase of land for its Printing Press in 1825 and the establishment of the future Lucy’s ironworks the same year.

It was also in 1825 that the first streets of houses began to replace lush meadowland running down to the Oxford Canal. Jericho’s subsequent unsavoury reputation contrasts with its embrace of cultural icons such as the Pre-Raphaelites, Thomas Hardy, Inspector Morse, Philip Pullman, and Alice in Wonderland.

Join this talk for a journey through Jericho’s inspiring history and discover a unique perspective on Oxford’s ‘dangerously hospitable’ 200-year-old suburb.

Signed copies of A Jericho Scrapbook: Inside an Oxford Community Saved from Destruction will be available for purchase in the MOX Shop at an exclusive discounted price.

Further information

Mark Davies is an Oxford local historian, public speaker, and guide. His publications include the social and cultural importance of the city’s waterways (A Towpath Walk in Oxford; Alice in Waterland; Alice’s Oxford on Foot; What a Liberty!), historical crime (Stories of Oxford Castle; The Abingdon Waterturnpike Murder), and a biography of the first English hot-air balloonist, James Sadler (King of All Balloons).

He is a trustee of the Lewis Carroll Society, a member of the Society of Authors, Chair of the Jericho Living Heritage Trust (to which all proceeds of the sale of A Jericho Scrapbook will be donated), and on the committee of the Alliance of Literary Societies.

Meeting point

There 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.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £5.00

Tickets are subject to a non-refundable transaction fee of £1.96 and are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop.

Sales from tickets help support MOX’s work to deliver fun and accessible family activities, community engagement projects, schools workshops, exhibitions and special events for Oxford’s people in our Museum spaces.

Dates & times:

Saturday 04 October 2025 at 11.00am

Running time:

1 hour

Good to know:

Please be aware that photographs will be taken at this event for use in marketing. If you (or a member of your group) would prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of staff know during the event.

About Museum of Oxford

The 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.

The 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.

Discover more about the Museum of Oxford.

Tim Peake: Astronauts - The Quest To Explore Space
2025-10-04 14:00 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest To Explore Space

About Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest To Explore Space

With fewer than 650 people having reached Earth’s orbit, nobody is more qualified than Tim to celebrate the historic achievements and human endeavours of space exploration.

Up until now, Tim has brought his own incredible journey to life through unparalleled storytelling and extraordinary archive footage. In this new show, Tim will share the remarkable stories of some of his fellow astronauts and explore the spectacular evolution of space travel.

Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest To Explore Space

From the first forays into space in the 1950s to the first human missions destined for Mars, Tim will traverse the final frontier. As he recounts the awe-inspiring endeavours of astronauts across the ages, Tim will reveal what spaceflight is truly like: from the wondrous view of Earth, living in weightlessness, the unique dangers and unexpected moments of humour, to the years of training and psychological and physical pressures that an astronaut has to take on.

Following his sold-out success in 2024, we are delighted to announce ‘Astronauts: The Quest to Explore Space’ is heading to Oxford this Autumn. The journey has only just begun…come and join Tim for this one-of-a-kind show.

Watch the trailer

Reviews

“Space has the capacity to inspire and fascinate people of all ages. It’s an honour to be able to share these unique experiences, which have forever changed how we look at the universe.”

Tim Peake

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £42.66

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Saturday 04 October 2025 at 2.00pm

Running time:

2 hours, including an interval

Age guidance:

The scientific content of the show is best suited to ages 12+ but admission is purely at parental discretion.

About New Theatre Oxford

There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.

The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.

On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.

There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.

There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford
2025-10-04 18:30 | The Glee Club, Oxford, The Bullingdon, 162 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE
Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford

About Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford

Treat yourself to a Saturday night of award-winning comedy at The Glee Club in Oxford with four superb stand-up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday.

Lineup:Visit the Glee Club Oxford website for the Saturday Night Comedy lineup.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below/

Booking information

Prices:Full price – £19.00 + booking feeStudent price – £12.00 + booking fee (dated ID required)

Tickets are subject to a booking fee of £2.00

Minimum age: 18+This event is for over 18s only. No refunds will be issued for under 18s. All under 25s may require government-issued photo ID to gain entry.

Doors open:6.30pm

Last entry:7.15pm

Seating: Unallocated seatingIf booked wheelchair accessible seating please email access@glee.co.uk with your requirements.

Visit the event website for more information

LEVEL 42 - World Machine 40th Anniversary Tour
2025-10-04 19:00 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
LEVEL 42 – World Machine 40th Anniversary Tour

About LEVEL 42 – World Machine 40th Anniversary Tour

Level 42 are delighted to announce that they will embark upon The ‘World Machine’ 40th Anniversary Tour in 2025.

‘World Machine’ was the album that changed everything for Level 42, and set them on the path to true super-stardom. Released in 1985, it was a hit both here and in the States, and has now been certified double Platinum. It was on this album, the band’s sixth, that arguably they nailed down the sound and the style that made them one of the biggest groups in the world.

On this album, they refined the funky pop fusion that had grown from their jazz roots – and had already brought them serious success – and truly made it their own. ‘World Machine’ features the singles Something About You (the band’s only American top 10 hit) and Leaving Me Now, and it showed the band’s progression in style and confidence that would lead to their massive Running In The Family album the following year.

LEVEL 42 – World Machine 40th Anniversary Tour

Mark King said, “I am so excited to be able to announce The ‘World Machine’ 40th Anniversary Tour for 2025. As our amazing fans will know, World Machine marked a turning point in the band’s career, not least in the international success the album gave us. So, I am looking forward to seeing you all out there next Autumn when we can romp through all those songs again together. Love to all, Mark X”.

Four decades on from the release of‘ World Machine’, Level 42 are still in demand the world over. This UK tour celebrates a great album, but is also an opportunity simply to witness one of the most popular and enduring British bands doing what they do best.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £43.25

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Saturday 04 October 2025

Doors open at 7.00pm

Running time:

This show has an interval

Location:

Main auditorium

Age guidance:

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened 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.

Designed 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Ria Lina - Riabellion
2025-10-04 19:30 | Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot, 25 Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NE
Ria Lina – Riabellion

About Ria Lina – Riabellion

Following her killer debut tour, Riawakening (Top Ten Best Stand-up Shows of 2024 – Telegraph), the wickedly funny Ria Lina realised she wasn’t just awake, she was ready to rebel. Expect a relentless stream of hilarity as Ria explores the state of the world, the eternal battle of the sexes, and the delight of throwing life up in the air after years of following the rules.

Much loved in the industry, this multi-award winner commands the stage with a whirlwind of energy and leaves audiences breathless with laughter. Her extensive list of credits includes Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You?, Mock the Week, co-hosting Pointless, Lovestruck High, Richard Osman’s House of Games, The Last Leg, and Celebrity Mastermind.

“Fearless, provocative, and very funny” (The Scotsman), Ria Lina is a highly accomplished comedian, writer, and actor. After a critically acclaimed stand-out debut on Mock The Week (BBC), Ria has quickly become a household name. A hugely admired act on the UK comedy circuit, this multi-award-winning artist commands respect from the moment she walks onstage and delivers with natural ease, energy, and fierceness.

Ria is the most prominent Filipina comedian in British stand-up. She has a BSc in Experimental Pathology, an MSc in Forensic Science, and a PhD in Virology under her belt, so it’s not only Ria’s comedy that’s highly intelligent.

Presented by Little Wander.

Reviews

“There isn’t a comedy venue in the country that shouldn’t be fighting for her.”

The Scotsman

“Ridiculously gifted.”

The Evening Standard

“Engaging, endearing and eye-opening.”

Time Out

“I have no doubt she will hold her own so easily that she’ll have a hand free to hold someone else’s too.”

The Guardian

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £20.00

Concessions – £18.00

All orders will be subject to a fee of £2.00

Dates & times:

Saturday 04 October 2025 at 7.30pm

Age guidance:

16+

About Cornerstone Arts Centre

Cornerstone Arts Centre is a purpose-built, professional arts, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot, brought to you by the South Oxfordshire District Council.

Opened in 2008, it presents a high-quality programme of live performances, participatory activities, exhibitions and outreach work that meet the needs and enhance the experiences of the local community and beyond.

The RIBA award-nominated building comprises a 220-seat auditorium, an art gallery, a dance studio, and spaces for workshops and community activities. The centre also has a café and bar, making it a welcoming space for audiences and artists.

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Bicester Heritage October 2025 Scramble
2025-10-05 09:00 - 16:00 | A4421, Launton
Bicester Heritage October 2025 Scramble

About Bicester Heritage October 2025 Scramble

The final Scramble at Bicester Motion of 2025 takes place on Sunday 05 October, with old names taking the limelight.

Restomods and Reboots will bring together refined and reimagined cars with the revived and the revivalist. Expect the finest restomods, old names in new guises, and the type of revivalist designs that were all the rage at the turn of the century.

Elsewhere, the Autojumble returns to Hangar 113, the Lotus Esprit will turn 50, with much more still to come. As ever, the Scramblers membership will bring an eclectic mix of machinery to the Avenues.

Family entertainment will be provided by The Little Top, with more hands-on activities courtesy of the ever-popular Mini Landers and Reserve Rangers.

What to expect

Step inside the workshops and showrooms of industry leaders, peeking behind the curtain of the finest of their craft at the most evocative of settings.

You’ll find avenues lined with classic, vintage and modern collector cars, from Austin Seven to the latest hypercars, and curated displays celebrating the extraordinary.

There’s entertainment for all ages, food for all tastes and history at every turn.

Car displays

The avenues will be lined with cars from the Scramblers membership, from prewar specials and postwar luxury to modern performance and classic cars, while curated displays and celebrations bring an eclectic mix.

Explore our base

Wander the tree-lined avenues, with history at every turn. The Heritage Trail reveals the stories hidden between the red-brick walls, and specialists open their doors to give you a glimpse inside. Many of the buildings are listed and have been meticulously preserved, along with some of the fascinating features within.

Family fun

Every age is accounted for at a Scramble, whether it’s the very earliest future car enthusiast or the young at heart. The Little Top is a popular fixture with free activities and crafts. The Joystick Club offers the chance to pedal little planes and build little flyers, Reserve Rangers inspires youngsters to explore nature and Mini Lander Driving Experience gives a taste of the best 4×4 by far.

Around the Scramble

Away from the car displays and kids’ activities, there’s a full day’s fun to be had with a variety of partner displays and stands, including on-road test drives of new cars. Building Futures with Bicester Motion introduces the next phases of our home with hands-on activities and the more than 50 specialists who are preserving the future of old cars will welcome you into their special workshops, too.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices: £6.20 – £27.00, plus booking fee of £1.00.

Dates & times:

Sunday 05 October 2025 at 9.00am

Running time:

7 hours

Good to know:

This is a ticketed event, with passes available for purchase in advance only. Tickets are sold per person (not per car) and will not be available at the gate on the day. Please ensure you select the tickets required for all attending the event (including children & infants). Be sure to book early to secure your place.

Each ticket includes a £1.00 donation to Starter Motor, a Bicester Heritage-based charity dedicated to helping young enthusiasts get behind the wheel. Learn more at www.startermotor.co.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times.

Visitor parking, including spaces for pre-1990 vehicles, will be located on the airfield.

The Bicester Heritage Technical Site will feature a curated collection of display cars from the Bicester Heritage specialist businesses. Unless specifically invited to display, please do not arrive early, as access to the Technical Site will not be permitted.

As this is an outdoor event, please dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes suitable for exploring the site.

Tickets will be scanned through your car windows, so please ensure all attendees have their tickets ready at the check-in, either on their phones or printed on paper.

About Bicester Heritage Scramble

Founded in 2014, the Sunday Scramble began as a ‘cars and coffee’ get-together with some 100 visitors. The event has grown significantly, with over 7,000 visitors gathering at Bicester Heritage for the ‘season opener’ Scramble in January 2019.

The Sunday Scramble is now an event of national repute that attracts automobile enthusiasts from across the UK and Europe. It offers the opportunity to explore the former RAF Bicester base, the restored wartime buildings, and the specialist businesses based there. It truly is an open-day event, unlike any other.

Having been off-limits to the public for the best part of one hundred years, in the hands of the RAF and MOD, historic vehicle owners and enthusiasts can now drive through the gates to this once-hidden location – bringing their own pre-1990 vehicles to add to the diverse display of machinery that makes this event so spectacular.

With over 40 specialist motoring businesses situated in a jaw-dropping location, this is an open-day event unlike any other. See inside the workshops and showrooms at the freshly restored historic buildings of the former RAF Bicester, explore the unique site and take in its evocative atmosphere. Expect to find plenty of automotive displays, food stalls, workshops and showrooms to explore, an eclectic mix of cars and a great family-focused automotive experience.

Taking place on a Sunday morning, this event encourages historic motoring enthusiasts to get involved and bring their pre-1990 vehicles to join the eclectic display. From commercials to motorcycles, pre-War, veterans and modern classics, the mix is astonishing and ever-changing. Nestled between the 1920s RAF buildings and tree-lined avenues, this location has a film-set quality and a truly unique buzz.

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Wolvercote Community Market
2025-10-05 10:00 - 12:00 | The White Hart Wolvercote, 126 Godstow Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8PQ
Wolvercote Community Market

About Wolvercote Community Market

Established in 2002, Wolvercote Community Market is the longest running Farmers’ Market in Oxford, and one of three in the North Oxford area. The market aims to provide the community with locally-produced great tasting food.

The Sunday market serves the community and visitors by providing fresh, affordable and ethically sourced food as well as a place to meet, eat and socialise with friends and neighbours. It also provides a free marketplace for local producers and crafts people.

Regular stallholders bring fresh fruit and veg, locally reared meat, sustainably sourced fish, artisan bread, cheese and milk. Other traders produce fantastic cakes, jams, chutneys, pasta, chocolates and even plants and soaps.

The market has an amazing range of freshly made dishes from diverse food regions – Japanese, Middle-Eastern, Asian, and the Mediterranean. There’s also a cafe that serves coffee, tea, cakes, and a ‘Full Wolvercote’ breakfast.

The market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to noon at The White Hart Community Pub in Godstow Road, Lower Wolvercote.

There is a Repair Café and bike clinic on the 2nd Sunday of each monthBring along your broken small electrical item, and a trained volunteer will try to fix it for you and save it from the landfill. They also have volunteer mechanics to provide tune-ups and repairs, and to offer advice to get your cycles rolling smoothly.

If you’re arriving by bicycle, there are plenty of bike racks and a regular bike.

South Oxford Farmers and Community Market
2025-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 4RP
South Oxford Farmers and Community Market

About the South Oxford Farmers and Community Market

The South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is a weekly market selling local, seasonal food and non-food goods.

‘Local’ means produced within a 30-mile radius of Oxford and ‘produced’ means containing a significant quantity of local ingredients and labour although locality rules do not necessarily apply to ethical enterprises such as Fairtrade or similar organisations.

The market also supports the resale of locally-sourced second-hand products such as books and clothing.

The market is held every Sunday from 10.00am to noon in the courtyard of the South Oxford Community Centre on Lake Street.

Weekly/regular vendors include:

Natural Bread Company

Clays Organic Vegetables

Brill Organic Vegetables

Eadles of Beckley

Sofacoma Wholefoods

Celia’s Bakery

FAI Eggs

Raffaele Pepe

Jericho Coffee Traders

The South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is an initiative of the Low Carbon South Oxford (LCSO) Community Action Group, and it is run by a small group of dedicated volunteers – all residents of South Oxford.

Summertown Farmers Market
2025-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Summertown Shopping Parade, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 7DY
Summertown Farmers Market, Oxford

About the Summertown Farmers Market

Summertown Farmers Market is a community market that aims to bring new generation farmers market to the high street.

The market hosts a wide range of fresh local and organic producers and street food vendors and a few non-food treats traders.

The market is one of two in the North Oxford area, and it runs outside Summertown’s shopping parade. It is not operated for profit, but rather it is operated to serve the community of Oxford.

The market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to 2.00pm.

Tim Peake: Astronauts - The Quest To Explore Space
2025-10-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest To Explore Space

About Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest To Explore Space

With fewer than 650 people having reached Earth’s orbit, nobody is more qualified than Tim Peake to celebrate the historic achievements and human endeavours of space exploration.

Up until now, Tim has brought his own incredible journey to life through unparalleled storytelling and extraordinary archive footage. In this new show, Tim will share the remarkable stories of some of his fellow astronauts and explore the spectacular evolution of space travel.

Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest To Explore Space

From the first forays into space in the 1950s to the first human missions destined for Mars, Tim will traverse the final frontier. As he recounts the awe-inspiring endeavours of astronauts across the ages, Tim will reveal what spaceflight is truly like: from the wondrous view of Earth, living in weightlessness, the unique dangers and unexpected moments of humour, to the years of training and psychological and physical pressures that an astronaut has to take on.

Following his sold-out success in 2024, we are delighted to announce new venues for Astronauts: The Quest to Explore Space this Autumn. The journey has only just begun…come and join Tim for this one-of-a-kind show launching at a venue near you!

Watch the trailer

Reviews

“Space has the capacity to inspire and fascinate people of all ages. It’s an honour to be able to share these unique experiences, which have forever changed how we look at the universe.”

Tim Peake

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £42.66

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Sunday 05 October 2025 at 2.00pm

Running time:

2 hours, including an interval

Location:

Main auditorium

Age guidance:

The scientific content of the show is best suited to ages 12+ but admission is purely at parental discretion.

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened 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.

Designed 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Family-Friendly Sundays
2025-10-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Family-Friendly Sundays

About Family-Friendly Sundays

Every Sunday afternoon, families can enjoy free, drop-in activities at the Museum of the History of Science.

Running from 2.00pm to 4.00pm, the sessions include nature-themed activity backpacks, creative crafts, family-friendly trails and more, all supported by the museum’s volunteers.

No booking is required, and the event runs weekly until 14 December 2025.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Free event

Dates & times:

Every Sunday at 2.00pm, until 14 December 2025

Running time:

2 hours

Age guidance:

Suitable for all ages.

Good to know:

Free event. No booking required.

Accessibility information:

Wheelchair accessible? – Yes

Hearing loops? – No

Seating? – Yes

Refreshments? – No

Flashing lights? – No

Loud noises? – No

Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2 - There's No Bloke
2025-10-05 19:30 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2 – There’s No Bloke

About Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2 – There’s No Bloke

New national tour 2025-2026 for star of Have I Got News For You, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Backstage With Katherine Ryan, The Mash Report, The News Quiz, Geoff Norcott’s Working Men’s Club and many more!

Basic Bloke 2 – is Geoff’s first tour under a Labour government, so he’s got plenty to get off his chest!

Geoff’s also taking advantage of the rediscovered tolerance towards jokes being jokes to tell you what he really thinks. How much he judges people. Bad parents, people who eat too much, anyone who wears a dressing gown beyond 9.00am…it’s fair to say the gloves are off.

Unlike most sequels, Basic Bloke 2 will move beyond some of the themes of the original (while fully aware that a comedian doing a ‘sequel’ at all is a bit ridiculous). He’s been moving in male mental health circles for a while now, but while they’re all saying blokes should ‘check in’ on each other, he’s wondering what happens if you do ‘check in’ all the time but they mainly want to send you politically incorrect memes.

Presented by Live Nation in association with Sophie Chapman Talent.

Reviews

“He’s a class act with a mature, sharp take on modern politics.”

Sunday Times

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£20.50

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:

Sunday 05 October 2025 at 7.30pm

Location:

The Theatre

Age guidance:

16+

About The Theatre Chipping Norton

The 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.

The 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.

It 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.

It is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise.

Discover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton, including travel, access and venue information.

Eddie Izzard: Hamlet
2025-10-05 19:30 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
Eddie Izzard: Hamlet

About Eddie Izzard: Hamlet

Mick Perrin Worldwide Ltd in association with PBJ Management

Adapted by Mark Izzard and directed by Selina Cadell

Following critically acclaimed, extended solo runs in New York, Chicago, and London. In the spirit of the play’s original performances, Eddie takes to a bare stage, allowing Shakespeare’s words and storytelling to shine.

Nominated for New York’s Drama League Distinguished Performance Award and the Outer Critics Circle Outstanding Solo Performance Award.

Reviews

“An impressive sweeping performance.” ★★★★

The Telegraph

“Eddie Izzard’s Hamlet is spectacular.”

Dame Judi Denchs

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£14.00

A £2.75 booking fee per transaction applies to this event, except for members, schools, groups, access bookers, and tickets priced under £10.00.

Dates & times:

Sunday 05 October 2025 at 7.30pm

Age guidance:

9+

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.

The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.

The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.

Oxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages, within its community and online.

Discover more about Oxford Playhouse, including travel, access and venue information.

Abingdon Michaelmas Fair 2025
2025-10-06 00:00 - 2025-10-07 23:59 | Abingdon Town Centre, Abingdon Town Centre, Abingdon-on-Thames, OX14 3HG
About Abingdon Michaelmas Fair 2024

Abingdon Michaelmas Fair takes place annually on the Monday and Tuesday falling first before the 11 October from noon to 11.00pm on both days. This will fall on Monday 06 and Tuesday 07 October 2025.

The Michaelmas Fair is the longest street fair in Europe, running from Market Place, through the High Street, The Square and the entire length of Ock Street.

This historic street fair has its origins in the shortage of labour following the Black Death of 1348/9. The Fair was a hiring fair, the equivalent of today’s employment agencies and online job websites.

The Michaelmas Fair starts setting up on Sunday, after which there are road closures and diversions to enable the traditional street fair to take place. There are also closures and diversions the following week for the Runaway Fair.

As with previouse years, to mark the start of the Fairs, we expect the Town Council will be organising the traditional Fairground Service of Blessing and Dedication to take place at 7.00pm on Sunday 05 October 2025 on the Galloping Horses in the Market Place.

All are very welcome.

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The Bodyguard - The Musical
2025-10-06 00:00 - 2025-10-11 23:59 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
The Bodyguard – The Musical at New Theatre Oxford

About The Bodyguard – The Musical

The international, award-winning smash-hit musical The Bodyguard is back.

Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard Frank Farmer is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don’t expect is to fall in love.

A ‘BRILLIANT!’ (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, The Bodyguard features a whole host of irresistible classics, including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, Greatest Love Of All, Million Dollar Bill, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of the greatest hit songs of all time – I Will Always Love You.

The Bodyguard – The Musical at New Theatre Oxford

DISCLAIMER: *Cast and performance schedules are subject to change without notice.

Reviews

“You go in humming the tunes, you come out whooping them!”
The Independent

★★★★★ “The hottest ticket in town.”
Sunday Mirror

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Tickets

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Booking information

Prices:From £15.00Tickets are subject to a transaction fee

Age guidance: 10+

Dates & times:Monday to Friday at 7.30pmSaturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Duration:2 hours 11 minutes, including an interval.

About New Theatre Oxford

There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.

The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.

On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.

There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.

There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.

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Memory Lane
2025-10-06 14:00 - 15:30 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Memory Lane

About Memory Lane

Memory Lane is a programme of themed reminiscence sessions for older people. There is a short informal presentation on a topic and plenty of time to share your stories, experiences, and memories- and to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee afterwards.

Join for Andrew’s virtual tour of Oxford.

Sessions are free and run from 2.00pm to 3.30pm. No booking required.

Access

There 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.

Tickets

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Booking information

Sessions are free and no booking required.

Dates & times:

Monday 06 October 2025 at 2.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Age guidance:

Older people

About Museum of Oxford

The 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.

The 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.

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The Ancient Oak of Baldor
2025-10-07 00:00 - 2025-10-08 23:59 | The North Wall Arts Centre, South Parade, Oxford, OX2 7JN
The Ancient Oak of Baldor

About The Ancient Oak of Baldor

A folk tale of love, loss, and the interconnectedness of all things.

The Ancient Oak stands strong in the Forest of Baldor, in the land of Earten. There it has stood for millennia, rooted deeply to both the land and people of the forest. On this day, at the cusp of winter, the people of Baldor are celebrating The Great Cracking of the Ancient Oak.

Elspeth hoped this was the day that Lars would return. But when he doesn’t she is taken on an unexpected journey. One that she will never forget.

Frozen Light welcomes you into their latest fantasy realm, where we discover that what truly nourishes us through the long nights is our capacity for love in all its different forms.

A multi-sensory experience for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities and their companions, offering the chance to gather and experience the collective power of shared stories.

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Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£10.00 (adult + up to 2 carers)

Dates & times:

Tuesday 07 and Wednesday 08 October 2025 at 11.00am and 1.30pm

Running time:

1 hour

Age guidance:

13+

How to book:

Tickets cost £10.00, which is inclusive of one audience member with PMLD and up to two carers.

Please fill out this booking form if you would like to book tickets. A member of the North Wall team will then contact you by phone to confirm your booking.

About The North Wall Arts Centre

The North Wall Arts Centre is an an award-winning theatre, gallery and performing arts centre located in Summertown, North Oxford. The facility was opened in 2007, and offers a fully flexible 200-seat theatre, a public art gallery, as well as studios for dance and drama.

The centre is owned by St Edward’s School and shared with the city, and it was created for the benefit of emerging artists across a range of disciplines. The programme of events at The North Wall places emphasis on new and innovative work.

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Breaking the Code
2025-10-07 00:00 - 2025-10-11 23:59 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
Breaking the Code

About Breaking the Code

By Hugh Whitemore

Based on the book Alan Turing: The Enigma by Andrew Hodges

Directed by Jesse Jones

“It’s not breaking a code that matters, it’s where you go from there.”

Mastermind. Code breaker. Maverick. Arguably one of the most important and inquisitive minds of the 20th century. Alan Turing is famed for cracking the Enigma code at Bletchley Park, effectively securing victory for the Allied forces in World War Two.

From triumph to tragedy, get to know a human being who loved, lost, and never stopped asking questions in a quest for truth and understanding in this new production of Hugh Whitemore’s Breaking the Code.

For the first time, considering his recent Royal pardon and the development of Turing’s law, the original play will feature new material that speaks to Turing’s lasting legacy in modern Britain.

Tickets

Booking information

Ticket prices:From £14.00

Date & time:

Tuesday 07 October at 7.30pmWednesday 08 October at 7.30pm (Captioned, Post-show Talk)Thursday 09 October at 2.30pm and 7.30pmFriday 10 October at 7.00pmSaturday 11 October at 2.30pm (Audio Described) and 7.30pm

Interval:This show includes an interval.

Age guidance: 12+

Content guidance:This show contains adult themes.

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.

The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.

The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.

Oxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages, within its community and online.

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The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe
2025-10-07 00:00 - 2025-10-11 23:59 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe

About The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe comes to Aylesbury.

Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits.

The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe

Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan, and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes, and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love.

Celebrating the 75th anniversary of C.S. Lewis’s classic novel, watch The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe come to life in this spectacular production—a delight for all ages.

Download the Education Pack here.

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What the critics say

“Spectacular”

Metro

“A fantastical family treat.”

The Telegraph

“Exhilarating production, spellbinding spectacle, and perfect puppetry.”

The Guardian

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £15.00

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Tuesday 07 to Saturday 11 October 2025

Tuesday to Saturday at 7.00pm

Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 2.00pm

Running time:

2 hours 15 minutes, including an interval

Location:

Main auditorium

Age guidance:

6+

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened 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.

Designed 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Story Time Adventure
2025-10-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Story Time Adventure

About Story Time Adventure

A Story Time Adventure around the theatre space.

Children under 5 and their parent or carer are invited to join this interactive storytelling session.

Families can get stuck in with their little ones in an adventure around the foyer’s woodland spaces and secret places. Who knows what magic they might find: stories, crafts and interactive games to immerse children in the magical world of stories.

Guests are welcome to bring a favourite toy. £8 includes one adult and one child. £4 per additional adult or child.

Story Time Adventure

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £8.00

No transaction fees

Dates & times:

Tuesday 09 September, Tuesday 07 October and Tuesday 11 November 2025 at 10.00am

Running time:

1 hour

Location:

Main Auditorium

Age guidance:

2 to 4 with a parent/carer

Good to know:

Please note that adults must remain with children throughout the session.

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened 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.

Designed 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Lunchtime Talk: 'Oxford in the History of Medicine'
2025-10-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Lunchtime Talk: ‘Oxford in the History of Medicine’

About Lunchtime Talk: ‘Oxford in the History of Medicine’

‘Oxford in the History of Medicine: Bright ideas, discoveries and innovations through the ages’

Oxford’s scientists, medics and their patients have made some remarkable contributions to medical science down the ages, particularly in the 17th, 20th, and 21st centuries.

They have refined scientific method, investigated the anatomical workings of the body and the brain, agonised over ethics, revolutionised diagnosis, theorised about both physical and mental health, deliberated about how to deal with patients, tested treatments and come up with cures and ways of preventing sickness in the first place.

This talk starts with a treacle well and a dragon and ends with some of the cutting-edge research undertaken today.

Complimentary tea and coffee will be available to enjoy during the talk. We recommend arriving before the start of the talk if you would like to grab a refreshment.

Victoria Bentata is an Oxford Green Badge Guide and member of the Oxford Guild of Tour Guides. She has an Oxford University degree in Modern Languages and an Oxford Brookes University MA in History. Her dissertation focused on the Inter Services Topographical Department at Manchester College, Oxford during WWII.

She is the author of Oxford City Walks, a book of 15 walks with guiding commentary, and regularly leads specialist tours of Oxford, including Oxford in the History of Medicine. See her website for more details.

Access

There 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.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £6.00

Tickets are subject to a non-refundable transaction fee of £1.21 and are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop.

Sales from tickets help support MOX’s work to deliver fun and accessible family activities, community engagement projects, school workshops, exhibitions and special events for Oxford’s people in the Museum spaces.

Dates & times:

Saturday 08 October 2025 at 1.00pm

Running time:

1 hour

Good to know:

Please be aware that photographs will be taken at this event for use in marketing. If you (or a member of your group) would prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of staff know during the event.

About Museum of Oxford

The 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.

The 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.

Discover more about the Museum of Oxford.

Academy Autumn Term
2025-10-08 16:00 - 17:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Academy Autumn Term

About Academy Autumn Term

Join Aylesbury Waterside’s new Academy. Weekly drama sessions for ages 8 to 11.

Develop key drama skills through games, tasks, improvisation, devising, script, and creative work. Exploring a range of spaces across the theatre venue: what better way to introduce children to the world of performance and creativity! £100 per term. Remember to sign up for the Free Taster Session on Wednesday 24 September.

No prior experience necessary: the class allows children to explore a variety of themes and subjects in a safe and inclusive environment.

Participants will need to wear comfortable clothing that they can move around in and no heavy boots/shoes (we would recommend trainers!). They will need to bring a snack and a water bottle, which can be refilled as needed.

All Creative Learning practitioners and assistants are DBS-checked, and an assistant will remain in the session in a pastoral role throughout, helping children to settle in and gain confidence.

The Creative Learning team will email you with further details and a parent/guardian registration form.

Academy Autumn Term

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £90.00

No transaction fees

Dates & times:

Wednesday 01 October to Wednesday 10 December 2025 at 4.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Location:

Main Auditorium

Age guidance:

8 to 11

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened 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.

Designed 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Breabach
2025-10-09 19:30 | The North Wall Arts Centre, South Parade, Oxford, OX2 7JN
Breabach

About Breabach

Twenty years on from winning the Danny Kyle Open Stage Award at Celtic Connections, Breabach remain securely ranked amongst Scotland’s most skilled & imaginative contemporary folk acts and at the forefront of the burgeoning traditional music scene. The band unite deep roots in Highland and Island Gaelic tradition alongside progressive musical influences and have cultivated a unique sound, anchoring double bagpipes, fiddle, whistle, step-dance, and song with energetic double bass and guitar accompaniment.

Versatility, a love of experimentation, and a willingness to push the boundaries of Scottish roots music have endured as the core values of the band over the past two decades. They have embraced and pioneered many cross-genre collaborations, linking up with artists including Quebec’s Le Vent du Nord, BAFTA award-winning animator Cat Bruce, indigenous Australasian artist Moana & the Tribe, video game composer Big Giant Circles, Cape Breton powerhouse Beòlach and most recently the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra.

With 8 critically acclaimed studio releases to date, an extensive global touring schedule, and having received recognition with 6 BBC ALBA Traditional Music Awards, a 2023 German Record Critic’s Award, and as European Folk Group of the Year finalist in the prestigious Songlines Awards, Breabach’s journey shows no sign of slowing. They continue their adventures throughout this special anniversary year with performances and festivals across the UK, USA, and Europe.

About the Band

Megan Henderson – (Fiddle/Vocals/Step Dance)

James Lindsay – (Double Bass/Vocals)

Calum MacCrimmon – (Highland Bagpipe/Whistle/Bouzouki/Vocals)

Conal McDonagh – (Highland Bagpipe/Uilleann pipes/Whistle/Vocals)

Ewan Robertson – (Guitar/Cajon/Vocals)

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Reviews

“Exhilarating, energetic and accomplished.” ★★★★

Songlines

“Matching fiery intensity with exquisite finesse, this was a magnificent set.” ★★★★★

The Scotsman

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£22.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 09 October 2025 at 7.30pm

About The North Wall Arts Centre

The North Wall Arts Centre is an an award-winning theatre, gallery and performing arts centre located in Summertown, North Oxford. The facility was opened in 2007, and offers a fully flexible 200-seat theatre, a public art gallery, as well as studios for dance and drama.

The centre is owned by St Edward’s School and shared with the city, and it was created for the benefit of emerging artists across a range of disciplines. The programme of events at The North Wall places emphasis on new and innovative work.

Discover more about The North Wall Arts Centre, including travel, access and venue information.

Tom Stade: Naughty By Nature
2025-10-09 19:30 | Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot, 25 Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NE
Tom Stade: Naughty By Nature

About Tom Stade: Naughty By Nature

Direct from the Edinburgh festival, and his last smash-hit nationwide tour, the legendary Canadian stand-up star is back on the road with a brand-new show.

Join Tom as he playfully dishes out more of his insightful observations. An irrepressible tour-de-force with an hour of first-class, mischievous and uncompromising comedy.

As seen/heard on Have a Word Pod, Ch4’s Comedy Gala, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, The John Bishop Show, Live at the Apollo (so good, he’s done it twice), and much more!

Reviews

“Endlessly funny. Slick, intelligent, sparkling charm.”

Independent

“Unmissable”

Edinburgh Evening News

“As fresh as three decades ago. Athletic finesse, effortless.”

List

“A show full of great big laughs. Stade’s laid-back delivery allows him to land every punchline with rhythmic precision. He hits gold. Such an assured and enjoyable comic.” ★★★★

Scotsman

“Strikes gold with his playfully exaggerated potshots across the ages. The key to his success is the interaction with the audience – gives the hour a fluidity and a spontaneity. Gags remain highly polished and expertly delivered – makes stand-up look effortless.” ★★★Chortle

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Full price – £23.00

Concessions – £20.70

Members – £23.00

All orders will be subject to a fee of £2.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 09 October 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:

1 hour

Age guidance:

16+

About Cornerstone Arts Centre

Cornerstone Arts Centre is a purpose-built, professional arts, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot, brought to you by the South Oxfordshire District Council.

Opened in 2008, it presents a high-quality programme of live performances, participatory activities, exhibitions and outreach work that meet the needs and enhance the experiences of the local community and beyond.

The RIBA award-nominated building comprises a 220-seat auditorium, an art gallery, a dance studio, and spaces for workshops and community activities. The centre also has a café and bar, making it a welcoming space for audiences and artists.

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That Knave, Raleigh
2025-10-09 19:30 | The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5QE
That Knave, Raleigh

About That Knave, Raleigh

Following their five-star show, I, Elizabeth, the award-winning Dyad Productions (A Christmas Carol, Lady Susan, A Room of One’s Own, Christmas Gothic, Austen’s Women, Female Gothic) return to the Elizabethan era. To the famous and fabulous Elizabethan explorer, sailor, dandy, and warrior, Sir Walter Raleigh. Elizabeth I’s favourite and James I’s knave.

This is a journey through the astonishing highs and lows of one of Britain’s most famous historical figures. But there’s so much you don’t know…

Father, husband, writer, poet, adventurer, philosopher, soldier, tyrant, egotist, lover, traitor, alchemist, visionary, victim.

In a life spanning around 65 years, Sir Walter Raleigh achieved more than others might do in a hundred lifetimes. Over a decade in the tower and still he held power. The Huguenots, America, The Armada, and execution. Is that the whole story? The final chapter of Raleigh’s life is perhaps the most daring, strange, and utterly heartbreaking.

See the fall from grace taken directly from the historical record, marvel at the magnetism of a man who seized every opportunity to create a legacy which spans the centuries, and at every wrenching, exalting, and personal moment, you will be witnesses.

Written and performed by Andrew Margerison (A Christmas Carol, Frantic Assembly’s Fatherland, Macbeth), and directed by Rebecca Vaughan (A Christmas Carol).

Created in collaboration with The Old Town Hall, Hemel Hempstead.

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Reviews

“If you haven’t seen Dyad Productions’ work before, you simply must.”

British Theatre Guide

THREE WEEKS Cumulative Body of Work Award-Winners, 2018

“Beautifully performed… entrancing.” ★★★★★

British Theatre Guide

“Richly re-imagined, exquisitely evocative.” ★★★★★

Edinburgh Guide

“A towering performance…assured…rich.” ★★★★★

The Scotsman

“Outstanding… gripping… never less than magnetic.” ★★★★★

Three Weeks

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £18.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 09 October 2025 at 7.30pm

About The Mill Arts Centre

The Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area.

As 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.

It 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.

The 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.

You 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.

Alternatively, 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.

Discover more about The Mill Arts Centre, including travel, access and venue information.

Tea & Talk
2025-10-10 14:00 - 15:30 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Tea & Talk

About Tea & Talk

Simply time for tea and a chat with other older people with support from some of the museum’s lovely volunteers.

Tea and Talk is a great way to meet others, find out more about what else is happening in the museum, and enjoy time for a cup of tea in a friendly and supported environment. Sessions are free with no need to book and run from 2.00pm to 3.30pm. Donations are welcome.

Tickets

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Booking information

Sessions are free with no need to book

Dates & times:

Friday 10 October 2025 at 2.00pm

Friday 14 November 2025 at 2.00pm

Friday 12 December 2025 at 2.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

About Museum of Oxford

The 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.

The 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.

Discover more about the Museum of Oxford.

The Enemy
2025-10-10 18:30 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
The Enemy

About The Enemy

Following 2024’s triumphant ‘Indie Til I Die’ tour, Indie giants The Enemy head back out on their 2025 tour.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£33.25

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.25

Dates & times:

Friday 10 October 2025 at 6.30pm

Curfew:

10.00pm

Age guidance:

Over 8s only.

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18 at all times.

Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.

Location:

O2 Academy Oxford

Security – bag policy:

Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities for leaving large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t, please make sure it’s small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15 cm

Ticket limits:

Please note that there is a ticket limit of 10 tickets per person, per household, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name, e-mail address, billing address, credit card number, or other information.

Ticket fees:

Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge).

About O2 Academy Oxford

The Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford, which officially launched in September 2007, with performances from New Young Pony Club, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives.

Since then, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran, Foals, Stereophonics, Ozzy Osbourne, Babyshambles, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details, including opening times, getting there, age restrictions and more.

Holding Back the Years – The Ultimate Simply Red Tribute Experience
2025-10-10 19:30 | Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames, 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2BP
Holding Back the Years – The Ultimate Simply Red Tribute Experience

About Holding Back the Years – The Ultimate Simply Red Tribute Experience

With over 50 million albums sold worldwide, chart-topping hits including ‘Holding Back The Years’, ‘Stars’, ‘Fairground’, ‘Something Got Me Started’, ‘Money’s Too Tight To Mention’ and many others, Simply Red are undoubtedly one of the most iconic British bands of all time.

With meticulous attention to detail, Holding Back The Years deliver the world’s most authentic tribute to Simply Red. From intimate venues to the biggest stages, they pride themselves on recreating the stunning and mesmerising atmosphere of a live Simply Red concert. With an amazing lead vocalist, backed by a band of world-class musicians, this show fully captures the essence and era-defining sounds of Mick Hucknall and Simply Red.

2025 marks Simply Red’s 40th anniversary, so join us on an incredible musical journey as we celebrate one of the greatest British bands of all time. If you are a fan of Simply Red or justta fan of good music, top-class musicianship, and classic hits, you can expect a truly memorable evening!

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

All tickets £28.00

Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee, and a 25p Community Fund Levy.

Dates & times:

Friday 10 October 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:

1 hour 40 minutes

Age guidance:

13+

About Kenton Theatre

Situated 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.

The 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.

The 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.

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Lucy Pearman: Lunartic
2025-10-10 19:30 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Lucy Pearman: Lunartic

About Lucy Pearman: Lunartic

Lucy Pearman (BAFTA & Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee) returns home to Chippy, bringing her new show to The Theatre!

The Moon dreams of stardom so she pops down from the sky to perform her new show.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£18.50

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:

Friday 10 October 2025 at 7.30pm

Location:

The Theatre

Age guidance:

14+

Warning:

This show contains optimism and interactive lunacy.

About The Theatre Chipping Norton

The 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.

The 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.

It 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.

It is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise.

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Beatlemania
2025-10-10 19:30 | The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5QE
Beatlemania

About Beatlemania

2025 sees the 60th anniversary of the Beatles’ 2nd film and 5th album ‘Help!’ and also the 6th album ‘Rubber Soul’.

The ‘Ticket to Ride in ‘25’ tour will feature a lot of songs from 1965 including Help, Yesterday, Day Tripper, Nowhere Man, and Norwegian Wood.

The rest of the show will include as many other massive songs as possible…She Loves You, I Want To Hold Your Hand, I Feel Fine, Yellow Submarine, All You Need is Love, Penny Lane, Hey Jude, Something, Get Back and so many more. . .

Every song is a winner in this note-perfect musical love letter to the Fab Four.

From their mop-top beginnings to the psychedelic highs of Sgt Pepper and beyond, all the biggest hits feature.

This highly acclaimed production brings The Beatles to life, live on stage.

Stunning attention to detail – from the original musical instruments and stitch-perfect costumes even down to Lennon and McCartney’s on-stage banter – combines with superb vocals and sublime musicianship.

Money can’t buy you love, but it can get you seats for an evening to remember featuring the biggest and best songs ever recorded, performed live in concert.

Get your ticket to ride back in time in style with the incredible Beatlemania.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £23.00

Members – £20.00

Dates & times:

Friday 10 October 2025 at 7.30pm

About The Mill Arts Centre

The Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area.

As 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.

It 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.

The 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.

You 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.

Alternatively, 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.

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