Botley Farmers’ Market, Oxford
2026-06-13 10:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | West Way Square, Botley Oxford, West Way Square, Botley, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Botley Farmers’ Market, Oxford

About Botley Farmers’ Market

Botley Farmers’ Market, in Botley, just outside Oxford, takes place every Saturday from 10.00am to 3.00pm. The market is located in the brand new West Way Square, and you can pick up all your locally sourced produce and food.

Editorial update

We have unconfirmed reports that the Botley Farmer’s Market is permanently closed. If that’s wrong, you can suggest an edit via our contact page.

North Parade Market on 2nd Saturdays
2026-06-13 10:00 - 14:00 | North Parade Avenue, North Parade Avenue, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 6LX
North Parade Market Oxford

About the North Parade Market

Established in July 2012, the first market was held the following October. Since then, market has quickly become one of the most highly regarded markets in the North Oxford area.

The market features organic and artisan producers from the local area, who bring life and colour to this pleasant avenue in the central north Oxford area.

The North Parade Market takes place every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month on North Parade Avenue which runs between the Woodstock Road (Church Walk, leading to North Parade Avenue) and Banbury Road.

East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market
2026-06-13 10:00 - 13:00 | East Oxford Primary School, Union Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1JP
East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market

About the East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market

The East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market is a small, friendly local market with plenty of fresh food, delicious sweet and savoury takeaways, dried foods, and a plant-based café. The market also features stalls non-food stalls selling antiques, scarves and shawls, non-plastic household goods, and makeup, plus cleaners and detergents.

The majority of the producers are from within 30 miles of Oxford.

The market began in August 2006 with just six stalls, and it has since grown into a local institution. Today, regular stalls include:

Mighty Pie Co – artisan traditional hand made meat & vegetarian flat & raised pies made from local ingredients

Crudges Cheese – a range of cheeses hand made by ethical & sustainable cheese makers known personally to award-winning Crudges

Willowbrook Farm – free-range chicken, lamb, beef, organic eggs & local honey

Natural Bread – handcrafted speciality breads

Mrs B’s Antiques – antique jewellery & vintage household goods

Jericho Coffee Traders – premium coffee roasted in Jericho & served from a vivid turquoise tuk-tuk

Jason’s Book Box – second-hand books

Sandy Lane Farm – seasonal, fresh, local organic fruit & veg, lamb & pork

SESI Food & Detergent Filling Station – refilling empty containers for fairtrade, organic dried foods; household detergents & hair-care products

The market also has a cafe which runs each week selling delicious breakfasts, lunches, cakes and fair-trade teas and coffee. This is a lovely place to meet up and take a break from shopping.

The market is wheelchair accessible both inside and outside.

The East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market is a non-profit making organisation (a Society for the Benefit of the Community). It is run by a committee and a group of volunteers.

Getting there

The market takes place every Saturday from 10.00am to 1.00pm at East Oxford Primary School. Head down Cowley Road until you reach Tesco – the school borders on the car park directly behind it.

Charlbury Farmers’ Market
2026-06-13 09:00 - 13:00 | The Playing Close, Chalbury, Pooles Lane, Charlbury, Oxfordshire, OX7 3RJ
Charlbury Farmers’ Market

About Charlbury Farmers’ Market

Charlbury is a Cotswold Market Town with a Charter granted by King Henry III in 1256.

The original market place was in Church Street, but nowadays, there is too much traffic, and street closure is not an option.

The Playing Close is a superb location, and the Trustees of Thomas Gifford’s Charity (the landowner) has agreed that the markets can take place there.

All the produce comes from within a 50-mile radius of Charlbury and complies with TVFMC rules. The market also allows stalls that promote Charlbury’s many activities, such as the annual Street Fair, Beer Festival and Children’s Playgroup.

The market takes place quarterly – on the 2nd Saturday of March, June, September and December.

Henley-on-Thames Farmer’s Market on 2nd Saturdays
2026-06-13 08:00 - 13:00 | Henley-on-Thames Town Centre, Market Place, RG9 2AQ, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2AQ
Henley Farmers Market, Henly on Thames, Oxfordshire

About Henley-on-Thames Farmer’s Market

The Henley-on-Thames Farmer’s Market takes place in Henley Market Place on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Thursday of the month from 8.00am to 2.00pm.

Expect stalls with delicious, fresh, locally produced, seasonal food as well as crafts and non-food items from suppliers in and around the Henley-on-Thames area.

Traders are producers of their own produce who are actively involved in the production process of the goods for sale. All produce is grown, reared, caught, brewed, pickled, baked, smoked or processed by the producer.

Additionally, stalls are staffed by the producer, family member or someone who is directly involved in growing, raising or producing the goods on sale, or those with a good working knowledge of the production process.

Good to know

The Town Council organises several weekend / Continental-style Markets each year, and the Charter Market is held in Market Place every Thursday (except on the 4th Thursday of the Month when it is replaced by the Farmers Market).

Didcot Railway Centre Steam Days
2026-06-13 00:00 - 23:59 | Didcot Railway Centre, Didcot Parkway, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NJ
Didcot Railway Centre Steam Days

About Didcot Railway Centre Steam Days

Travel back in time to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and savour the sights, sounds and smells of steam as you explore this 21-acre living museum with trains dating from Victorian times to the 1960s.

Steam trains will operate on at least one of the centre’s two demonstration lines, allowing you to take unlimited rides. On many days, the second line will be running too and may feature a pioneering diesel railcar, a heritage diesel locomotive or a small branchline steam engine. Check the Locomotive Roster to see what will be running on the date of your visit.

Stroll around the 1932 Engine Shed housing our unique collection of operational and cosmetically-restored locomotives. Find 5900 Hinderton Hall, climb onto the footplate and listen to Archie, the driver, and Stan, the fireman, prepare their loco! Listen out for the sounds of a working engine shed and see if you can hear Stan fetch his supplies from Jonah, the storeman.

Visit the carriage and wagon display of restored rolling stock from Victorian times to the 1940s, including the VIP Saloon reputed to have been used by General Eisenhower during the preparations for D-Day and later used in the GWR Royal Train, and our restoration workshops

Marvel at Brunel’s Broad Gauge railway, locomotives, coaches and transfer shed and don’t miss a section of his not entirely successful ‘Atmospheric Railway’

Get hands-on in The Signalling Centre where you can find out how trains have been controlled through the ages. The Swindon Panel is demonstrated on certain specified dates.

Descend into a shelter built to keep Didcot’s enginemen safe in WWII and experience an air raid

Immerse yourself in the huge and varied collection of fascinating, smaller items in the Museum.

Discover some GWR road vehicles in the Road Transport Hangar.

Children can also make tracks to the outdoor play area or dress up as a station master. You can relax over lunch or enjoy a snack in the refreshment rooms, and don’t forget to pick up a souvenir in the gift shop. The modern trains running past the centre complete the picture and mean you can experience over 180 years of railway progress in just one day.

Tickets

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Admission for 2 people with Tea & Cake – £48.00 (£53.00 with Gift Aid)

Adult Admission – £18.50 (£20.50 with Gift Aid)Senior Admission (65+) – £16.50 (£19.00 with Gift Aid)Child Admission (3 to 15) – £11.00 (£13.00 with Gift Aid) Child Under 3 Admission – Free

Family of 4 Admission (2 Adults and 2 Children) – £55.00 (£61.00 with Gift Aid)Family of 5 Admission (2 Adults and 3 Children) – £65.00 (£72.00 with Gift Aid) Carer Admission – £0.00Visitors may be asked to provide reasonable proof of carer status on the day of arrival.

Admission prices are inclusive of all regular attractions including free train rides on running days.

Child prices apply to children aged 3 to 15

Good to know

Didcot Railway Centre will be open at 10.30am, with the last entries at 2.30pm.

You are welcome to stay until close at 4.00pm.

Please have your original e-ticket ready to show the staff.

Please also bring your membership card if you’re a member or your carer’s ID if you have booked a carer’s ticket.

On arrival at Didcot Parkway Station, please show your ticket to GWR staff, who will let you through the barrier. Walk through the subway and straight ahead into the original steam age subway that leads to the centre.

Head up the stairs to the Railway centre entrance.

On arrival, please show your tickets and collect a Site Guide.

We suggest you alight from the train at the centre’s Oxford Road station at the far end of the site and explore the centre. You can walk back through the centre, return on a later train or change trains and travel back on the Branch Line.

You can step across the tracks around the centre, but do not cross the fences onto the demonstration lines. You can only do this at the Museum — never on other railways.

Please do not climb down into, or jump across, the inspection pits.

Children must be supervised at all times.

Please listen to the briefings from staff, and please do ask questions.

Well-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome.

Gallery

Summer Comedy Club in association with Rock the ATIC
2026-06-12 22:00 - 23:30 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Summer Comedy Club in association with Rock the ATIC

About Summer Comedy Club in association with Rock the ATIC

The heat is on in Oxford. Come and join the show for a refreshing beverage in the air conditioned piano bar and chuckle at the best up and coming comedians from all over the country.

Three of the best upcoming comics perform in the piano bar. Drinks offers available.

Summer Comedy Club in association with Rock the ATIC

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£18.20

Dates & times:

Friday 12 June 2026 at 10.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Location:

Piano bar

Age guidance:

18+

Good to know:

Location is only accessible via stairs.

Oxford Millennium Orchestra: Shostakovich 10 and Mendelssohn Violin Concerto
2026-06-12 19:30 - 21:15 | Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3AZ
Oxford Millennium Orchestra: Shostakovich 10 and Mendelssohn Violin Concerto

About Oxford Millennium Orchestra: Shostakovich 10 and Mendelssohn Violin Concerto

Felix Mendelssohn – Violin Concerto in E minor Dimitri Shostakovich – Symphony No. 10

Violin – Violetta Suvini

Conductor – Joe Davies

The final concerto that Mendelssohn ever wrote, the Violin Concerto in E Minor shows the violin at its best. Unusually, the soloist opens the concerto in dramatic, soaring fashion, and from then on the violin is in beautiful dialogue with the orchestra, often in an almost speech-like manner.

Shostakovich’s 10th Symphony premiered in Leningrad (now St Petersburg) in 1953, just months after Stalin’s death, and is often seen as the composer’s musical reflection upon the repressions and horrors of the previous decades.

Shostakovich frequently trod the fine line between working within the Soviet authority’s cultural constraints and pushing beyond these boundaries, and his 10th Symphony embodies some of this unease and duality, much like it operates both on the broader sociocultural plane and at the depths of the composer’s innermost emotions.

The Oxford Millennium Orchestra, comprised of university undergraduates, postgraduates, and staff, as well as members of the wider Oxford community, is an ambitious and exciting large-scale symphony orchestra, with recent critically-acclaimed performances of Mahler 3, Mahler 7, Shostakovich 5, and Berlioz’s ‘Symphonie fantastique’.

The orchestra is known for its big, bold, and daring performances, and its most recent concert in the Sheldonian was described by ‘Seen and Heard International’ as ‘thrilling’, ‘gloriously emphatic’, ‘palpable and dynamic’.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Full Price – £22.00 (Premium), £16.00 (Concession)Concession – £11.00 (Premium), £8.00 (Standard)

Dates and times:

Friday 12 June 2026 at 7.30pm

Door open at 7.00pm

Latecomers will be permitted only between movements or during the interval

Running time:

Approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes

There is a 15-minute interval at approximately 8.00pm

About the Sheldonian Theatre

Home to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music.

To see an interactive map of the theatre, click here.

Find out more about the Sheldonian Theatre, including facilities, access and venue information.

James Rowland: Team Viking
2026-06-12 19:30 - 20:40 | Old Fire Station, Oxford, 40 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AQ
James Rowland: Team Viking

About James Rowland: Team Viking

“Ten years ago, my best friend Tom was diagnosed with heart cancer and given three months to live. His last wish was to have a full Viking burial. So I gave him one.”

Team Viking tells the remarkable, hilarious and heart-lifting story of how James managed to give his best mate the send-off he wanted. Blending storytelling, music, comedy and even a genuine Viking helmet, it’s a comic ode to death, friendship and the beautiful absurdity of life.

The show premiered in a tiny meeting room at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe and became a breakthrough hit: critically acclaimed, completely sold out, and the beginning of my career as a contemporary storyteller. Since then it has toured hundreds of times across the UK and beyond.

Now, ten years on, this modern classic returns for a special anniversary edition – as funny, raw and joyous as ever.

Team Viking is brought to you by Salam & Holohan.

Reviews

“Joyous – heartlifting and incredibly moving.” ★★★★★

The Stage

“Sometimes stories are better than real life.” ★★★★★

Wee Review

“Real grief, still raw; real heart, still healing… A reminder that life really is for the living.” ★★★★

Fest

“Brilliant storytelling… beautifully written and superbly performed.” ★★★★

Ed Fest Mag

“Equal parts sad, funny and ridiculous… a show of real courage.” ★★★★

ThreeWeeks

“The best theatre I saw was Team Viking by James Rowland.”

Stewart Lee

Additional Praise for James Rowland

“A riveting, remarkable hour of theatre.” ★★★★★

The Guardian (Learning to Fly)

“He delivers his story with grace and self-deprecating humour.” ★★★★

The Times (Learning to Fly)

“Captivating… A generous, deepening hymn to friendship.” ★★★★

The Sunday Times (Revelations)

“Masterful… One mighty, passionate epic.” ★★★★★

The Scotsman (Songs of Friendship trilogy)

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £15.00

Pay more – £20.00

Pay less – £10.00

Dates & times:

Friday 12 June 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

70 minutes

Content guidance:

The show contains strong language, discussions of cancer, themes of an adult nature and mental health.

About The Old Fire Station

The Old Fire Station in Oxford is an arts centre with a unique social mission, combining creativity with community impact. Located in the city centre, it hosts a vibrant programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, comedy, and workshops.

It shares its space with the homelessness charity Crisis Skylight Oxford, supporting people experiencing homelessness through training and opportunities in the arts. By bringing artists, audiences, and vulnerable communities together, The Old Fire Station aims to challenge inequality and inspire positive change.

Discover more about The Old Fire Station, including travel, access and venue information.

Ralph McTell
2026-06-12 19:30 | The North Wall Arts Centre, South Parade, Oxford, OX2 7JN
Ralph McTell

About Ralph McTell

Following on from the success of an intimate show in London’s St James earlier this year, Ralph McTell is taking his Reflections from a Life in Music show on tour.

This will be an autobiographical evening of songs, stories and anecdotes from a career spanning close to sixty five years.

With insights into his writing process and guitar techniques, inspirations and adversity, Ralph will speak and sing his life, in a close up and personal performance from a master of his craft.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£37.00

Dates & times:

Friday 12 June 2026 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.

OxPHWOARd: The Campest Sin
2026-06-12 19:30 | Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot, 25 Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NE
OxPHWOARd: The Campest Sin

About OxPHWOARd: The Campest Sin

Prepare yourself, Didcot, because OxPHWOARd is back! It’s the queerest time of year, so another explosion of queer, neo and boundary-pushing cabaret is coming to Cornerstone Arts Centre.

With different acts every time, from the fierce and feisty to the silly and surreal, the iconic OxPHWOARd has been a staple of the Oxfordshire scene for over 10 years.

Featuring some of the best in the UK burlesque and drag scene, prepare for a glittering array of lip syncing, striptease, and comedy, with a dash of circus to boot, as Pride is celebrated the best possible way.

OxPHWOARd’s resident weirdos – comedy drag queen Ginger Tart and boylesque tease Frisky Whispers – are joined by the international award-winning burlesque artist Donna Poderosa, 6x world record-breaking hula hooper Luspinda, and more to be announced!

With a kitschy approach and a killer soundtrack, this charming show promises to gleefully question what it means to be sexy with a wry smile and a face full of glitter.

Think strong, think silly, and think sexy.

This is a show celebrating the camp, queer, and eclectic. Serving fierce, funny and frisky cabaret acts – an electric evening showcasing burlesque and drag as you’ve never seen it before. Phwoar!

The OxPHWOARd is an inclusive space that welcomes people of all ages (18+), genders, sexualities, races, religion and identities.

Reviews

“A subversive, feel good romp.”

Daily Info

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Full price – £20.00

Concessions (Student, disability, benefits) – £18.00

Dates & times:

Friday 12 June 2026 at 7.30pm

Age guidance:

18+

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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Megaslam Wrestling
2026-06-12 19:30 | Langdale Hall, Witney, Market Square, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 6AB
Megaslam Wrestling

About Megaslam Wrestling

The number 1 live experience for families is back for 2026 with it’s biggest and best tour yet – the 2026 mega tour!

Enter a world of fun and create memories that will last a lifetime as the larger than life superstars of the ring do battle in a show that is designed for families!

Established in 2009 and presenting hundreds of Live Events per year, Megaslam is The #1 Live Experience for Families that brings a 2 hour family entertainment spectacular to locations throughout the United Kingdom, Republic Of Ireland and the Isle Of Man!

The heroes of Team Megaslam battle it out with the dastardly Team Nasty in action-packed matches that are designed to get the whole family out of their seats and cheering on their favourites!

Come and see your favourite Megaslam stars, including:

Team Nasty Captain – Martin KirbyDEREKBad Boy – James Mason‘Irish Action-Man’ TuckerJoey Hayes Maddy Morgan

+ Many more including special guests!

‘An epic live experience for families!’ ‘A must see show’

Megaslam, Megaslam, Megaslam!

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Adult (Over 16): £14.95

Child (Under 16): £9.95

VIP Ringside Ticket: £20.00

Mega VIP Experience Package – Parent: £25.00

Mega VIP Experience Package – Child: £50.00

Tickets are subject to a booking fee

Dates & times:

Friday 12 June 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours

Age guidance:

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult (18+) and must be sat with them at all times.

The Tumbling Paddies
2026-06-12 18:30 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
The Beast UK

About The Tumbling Paddies

One of Ireland’s most popular music acts, The Tumbling Paddies head back on the road with their exuberant, energy-filled, live show.

Dance and sing along to the greatest Irish anthems with the Paddies uplifting versions of ‘Dirty Old Town’, ‘Fields of Athenry’ and ‘Zombie’, in what promises to be an incredible night of live music.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£30.90

Dates & times:

Friday 12 June 2026 at 6.30pm

Curfew:

11.00pm

Age guidance:

Over 8s only.

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

Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.

Location:

O2 Academy

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 12 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.

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.

Curator-Led Exhibition Tour: 12 June 2026
2026-06-12 13:00 - 13:30 | Modern Art Oxford, 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford, OX1 1BP, United Kingdom
Curator-Led Exhibition Tour

About Curator-Led Exhibition Tour

Gain behind-the-scenes insights into the new exhibitions at Modern Art Oxford with a curator-led tour.

Step inside a current exhibitions with one of the curators.

These focused, 30-minute tours offer in-depth insights into the ideas, processes and stories behind the work on display.

Led by the people who know the exhibitions inside out, each session offers a chance to look closer, ask questions and connect more deeply with the art.

Perfect for some lunchtime inspiration!

Tickets

Booking information

Tickets available via Eventbrite.

📍 Meeting Point:

Social Space – ask a staff member if needed

About Modern Art Oxford

Modern Art Oxford is one of the UK’s leading contemporary art spaces. At the heart of the gallery’s programme is a commitment to education, internationalism and inclusion, founded on the power of visual art and culture to enact positive social change.

It offers educational experiences for visitors of all ages, using art and creativity to reach thousands of people from Oxfordshire and beyond every year. These participatory activities are designed to help visitors explore our exhibitions, experiment with creative processes and celebrate the relevance of contemporary visual culture to society today.

Modern Art Oxford was founded in 1965, and has a rich history of bold and progressive programming that promotes diversity and internationalism, encourages public engagement with creativity and the arts, and celebrates the importance of contemporary visual culture in today’s society.

Discover more about Modern Art Oxford

Handmade Oxford 2026
2026-06-12 00:00 - 2026-06-14 23:59 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Wheatley, Oxfordshire, OX33 1JZ
Handmade Oxford

About Handmade Oxford 2026

Discover the work of more than 175 talented UK-based designer-makers at Handmade Oxford 2026, a vibrant celebration of contemporary craft set within the beautiful grounds of Waterperry House & Gardens.

Now in its sixth edition, the festival brings together a carefully curated selection of fine arts and crafts, showcasing everything from jewellery, fashion and textiles to ceramics, glass, furniture, sculpture and stationery. Whether you’re looking for unique handmade pieces, inspiration for your own creative projects, or simply a memorable day out, Handmade Oxford offers something for every visitor.

Throughout the festival, guests can take part in hands-on workshops, watch live craft demonstrations, and meet the makers behind the work. A lively programme of local musicians and artisan food producers adds to the welcoming festival atmosphere, creating an experience that goes far beyond a traditional craft fair.

Set against the backdrop of Waterperry’s elegant gardens and historic surroundings, visitors can also choose a combined Gardens & Festival ticket to explore the wider estate and enjoy one of Oxfordshire’s most picturesque destinations alongside the festival.

Event highlights

A unique day out in the beautiful setting of Waterperry House & Gardens.

Over 175 UK-based designer-makers showcasing contemporary arts and crafts.

Jewellery, fashion, textiles, ceramics, glass, furniture, sculpture, stationery and more.

Hands-on workshops and live craft demonstrations.

Opportunities to meet and learn from makers.

Artisan food and drink from local producers.

Live music from local musicians.

Optional access to the gardens with a combined Gardens & Festival ticket.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Select from VIP, Standard Festival only, or Festival & Gardens tickets.

Tickets can also be purchased ‘on the door’ – increased rates apply.

Concession tickets cater to students over 18 with a valid student card, senior citizens (65+), and Blue Badge holders.

Entry is free for Carers, (the National Carer’s Card, Carer’s card UK, or Local Authority / Carer’s Support Card are all accepted), and Children under 16.

Tickets are sent by email; both printed and e-tickets are accepted on arrival.

Children under 16 enter free when accompanied by an adult

Last entry: 30 minutes before closing.

Tickets are non-refundable, but can be validated for use on a different day of the Festival to that purchased, at the organisers discretion. Please contact us to arrange.

Witney Music Festival 2026
2026-06-12 00:00 - 2026-06-13 23:59 | The Leys, Witney, The Leys, Witney, Oxfordshire
Witney Music Festival

About Witney Music Festival 2026

Witney Music Festival 2026 is a fantastic two-day open-air music festival for all the family in Witney, Oxfordshire.

Witney Music Festival is a not-for-profit event and will be delivered in partnership with Witney Town Council for the first time.

The festival founder Stuart Foster started the event in memory of his sister Jo who tragically passed away, creating a 2-week program of entertainment throughout the town, engaging with local businesses and musicians to showcase just how amazing the local music scene is.

This festival climaxes with a 2-day greenfield event on The Leys Recreation Ground, Witney.

The event site consists of a main stage arena, dance tent venue, funfair, trader village, VIP area and a free Inclusive Zone and viewing area brought to you in partnership with Bass Therapy.

There will be an excellent on-site bar filled with an excellent selection of beers, cider, wines, mixers, and a variety of soft drinks, via the sponsors – The Hook Norton Brewery.

There will also be a wide variety of food vendors on site that can cater to everyone’s dietary needs as well as a funky selection of retailers.

Video highlights

Tickets

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Booking information

General entryAdults Friday – £18.00Adults Saturday – £25.00Under 14s – Free entry with a ticket but only when with an adult

VIP ticketsPremium experience with dedicated bar, seating area and facilities.Friday VIP ticket – £30.00Saturday VIP ticket – £45.00Under 14s must also purchase a VIP ticket for access to this area and must be accompanied by an adult.

Family upgrade:Family Fun Arena – Raising Smiles and Support for Mulberry Bush Charity.Friday – £7.50Saturday – £11.00

2-day weekend tickets:Full weekend at WMF’s 20th! Live music & DJs, Two stages.Friday and Saturday – £40.00

3-day weekend tickets:The full WMF experience. All the music plus Thursday comedy laughs with Lone Wolf!Thursday, Friday, and Saturday – £60.00

Location:The Leys, WitneyThe event main entrance is accessed via The Leys directly behind St Marys Church Witney. Accessed off Station Lane / Church Green

2026 itinerary

Friday 12 June:Charlie Tee / Fun Lovin’ Criminals / The 53 / Dub Catalyst / The Zoots / Gina Larner / Jewelia / Hooked on Music / Katalyst / DJ D / Count Skylarkin

Saturday 13 June:Henge / Ava Joe / Bobbie Dazzle / Mark Broom / GrooveTown / Jay Soleil / Sons Of The Seventies / Jamie Keeble / Phil and Chips / Lightning Threads / Lucille & The Lightning Soul Train / DJ Amnesia / Sandi Thom / The Meyer Dancers / The Beatles Dub Club / James Condon / Chris Wheatley / Fawlers / Matt Bartlett / Bear Trap / Leader / Paige And The Red Shift

Gallery

Images: Mike Berry – Photography

A Northern Tr*nny Hootenanny
2026-06-11 20:00 | Old Fire Station, Oxford, 40 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AQ
A Northern Tr*nny Hootenanny

About A Northern Tr*nny Hootenanny

Saddle up for a joy-fuelled, sequin-spattered gender journey of self discovery, as Canal Street Kings founder, trans trailblazer and international cabaret renegade Hunter King presents his debut musical, A Northern Tr*nny Hootenanny, ‘maid in the wild, wild, north west’.

An award winning, queer parody epic where Disney meets Dolly Parton by way of Manchester’s gay village.

Inspired by Hunter’s real-life transition and the transformative power of drag, this foot-stomping, pun-slinging hoedown tells the tale of a milkmaid on a mission to discover their authentic self.

After setting off from their small town and thinking they’ve finally found freedom, they meet a mysterious man with a moustache and a secret — and suddenly, self-discovery gets a whole lot hairier.

Expect epic musical parodies, dazzling vocals, unashamedly terrible puns, “a scene stealing cow”, and a “hootenanny with heart” (Canal St Online, 2025).

Get you fill of Dairy, Disney and Drag Kings! For one night only the hootenanny is in town! If you like a laugh out loud parodies, terrible puns, changing the world for the better or you’re just a fan of a big queer night out, this is the show for you.

Plus, stay for the post-show discussion where you can engage with Hunter King, about his work, activism, drag and what you can do to help change history for the better.

Don’t miss your chance to experience trans hope and joy in this award winning musical spectacular! It’s fierce, fabulous and it’s coming to The Old Fire Station for one night only!

What the Critics Say:

“King has crafted a show that is both deeply personal and universally resonant, full of heart, humour, and a healthy dose of Northern spirit.”

Canal St Online

“A show that deserves to be seen.” ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Raccordo Sullosguardo (Italian Journalist)

“It’s incredible that the show is so light-hearted and fun, trans joy is a revolutionary act after all.” ★ ★ ★ ★

Neurodiverse Review

Winner

Neurodiversity Representation award, Ed Fringe 2025

Shortlisted

BOP emerging talent award, Ed Fringe 2025

Shortlisted

ADHD comedy award, Ed Fringe 2025

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£10.00 – £20.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 11 June 2026 at 8.00pm

Running time:

1 hour plus Q&A

Age guidance:

16+

Content guidance:

The show contains themes of gender dysphoria, transphobia, bullying, strong language and really bad puns.

Warning:

The show contains amplified sound, sudden loud sounds (gun shot sound effects), flashing lights, blackouts and optional (but encouraged) audience participation.

About The Old Fire Station

The Old Fire Station in Oxford is an arts centre with a unique social mission, combining creativity with community impact. Located in the city centre, it hosts a vibrant programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, comedy, and workshops.

It shares its space with the homelessness charity Crisis Skylight Oxford, supporting people experiencing homelessness through training and opportunities in the arts. By bringing artists, audiences, and vulnerable communities together, The Old Fire Station aims to challenge inequality and inspire positive change.

Discover more about The Old Fire Station, including travel, access and venue information.

Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio
2026-06-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio

About Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio

Mystery, intrigue, beauty, passion, murder – shine a new light on Caravaggio in this dramatic biography… Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time – Caravaggio.

Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious disappearance, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before.

Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio

Multi-award-winning filmmakers David Bickerstaff and Phil Grabsky delve into the hidden narratives of Caravaggio’s life, piecing together clues embedded within his incredible art.

The intriguing self-depictions within his works — sometimes disguised, sometimes in plain sight — offer a rare window into his psyche and personal struggles. Join us as we unravel the story of one of history’s most brilliant, complex and controversial figures.

Caravaggio’s masterpieces are some of art’s most instantly recognisable. No one else uses his signature blend of dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, striking figures.

His incredible paintings have captivated audiences for centuries. But there lies a deeper mystery — one that still beckons us to explore. What do these masterpieces reveal about the man behind the brush? Join us as we explore the intriguing clues that help us to finally understand the life – and death – of this remarkable man.

Watch the trailer

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £17.05

Dates & times:

Thursday 11 June 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Location:

Norman Bragg Studio

Age guidance:

12+

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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Enchord A Cappella
2026-06-11 19:30 | The North Wall Arts Centre, South Parade, Oxford, OX2 7JN
Enchord A Cappella

About Enchord A Cappella

Following the release of their CARA-nominated EP, ‘Act 1’, musical theatre a cappella group, Enchord, are coming to The North Wall with their innovative programme of musical theatre classics and contemporary hits.

Featuring eight incredible singers and beatboxers, Enchord are always sure to dazzle audiences with their slick harmonies, tight arrangements and stunning voices.

From their ‘viral’ cover of ‘Defying Gravity’, to their folk-inspired version of ‘The Ballad of Sweeney Todd’, Enchord love nothing more than taking a firm favourite and giving it an a cappella twist.

Most recently they have been found entertaining audiences at PizzaExpress Live (Holborn), the Goodwood Members’ Meeting, Leadenhall Market, 93 Feet East and Lauderdale House.

They’ve also sung carols for Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks on their ‘Staying Relevant’ podcast, performed alongside X-Factor winner Louisa Johnson and been headliners at both the Bedford Sings Festival and VocalJam Pro.

With a mixture of ensemble and solo performances, this is certain to be an evening for musical theatre and a cappella lovers alike.

Watch the trailer

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £25.00

Concession – £15.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 11 June 2026 at 7.30am

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.

Pride and Prejudice (but funny)
2026-06-11 19:30 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Pride and Prejudice (but funny)

About Pride and Prejudice (but funny)

What do you get if you cross Jane Austen’s most famous novel with a bunch of buffoons? Pride and Prejudice… But Funny!

A ridiculous romp through all the Bennets, Bingleys, bachelors and balls (not that kind), and not forgetting the De Bourghs and Darcys. Featuring at least one soaking wet shirt and some excellent boiled potatoes, this hilarious retelling of Austen’s most loved story is not to be missed!

From the makers of Frankenstein (On A Budget) and Journey To The Centre Of The Earth, this hilarious new take on Jane Austen’s classic love story will be one side-splitting night out, full of belly laughs, brand new music and bonkers bonnets.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£5.00 to £25.00 through the Pick A Price scheme

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:

Thursday 11 June 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Location:

The Theatre

Age guidance:

10+

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.

The Beast UK
2026-06-11 19:00 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
The Beast UK

About The Beast UK

If you ever saw Iron Maiden in 1986, or wish you had, this is the closest you will ever get.

The Beast UK honour the 40th anniversary of Iron Maiden’s legendary 1986-87 tour by performing the Somewhere in Time 1986 album in its entirety, giving fans the rare chance to experience every track from the album live.

The set also delivers all the anthems that made Iron Maiden a global force, including ‘The Trooper’, ‘Run to the Hills’, and ‘The Number of the Beast’, ensuring a show that satisfies die-hard fans while remaining unmissable for casual rock audiences.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£22.15

Dates & times:

Thursday 11 June 2026 at 7.00pm

Curfew:

11.00pm

Age guidance:

Over 8s only.

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

Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.

Location:

O2 Academy

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 12 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.

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.

Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Daniel Harding Conducts
2026-06-11 19:00 | Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3AZ
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Daniel Harding Conducts

About Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Daniel Harding Conducts

Rossini William Tell Overture side-by-side

Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor, Op. 23

Dvořák Symphony No. 8 in G major, Op. 88

Tony Siqi Yun piano

Daniel Harding conductor

Join Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra for an unforgettable performance as the acclaimed conductor Daniel Harding leads the Orchestra in a programme that promises to blend musical depth with dramatic flair.

Harding, known for his dynamic interpretations, brings fresh energy to this prestigious ensemble, creating a perfect fusion of talent and tradition.

‘First-rate talent’ (Cadenza NYC), Tony Siqi Yun takes to the stage for Tchaikovsky’s iconic first piano concerto, followed by the joyful and triumphant Symphony No. 8 by Dvořák.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £20.00

Students from £5.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 11 June 2026 at 7.00pm

Running time:

2 hours

About the Sheldonian Theatre

Home to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music.

To see an interactive map of the theatre, click here.

Find out more about the Sheldonian Theatre, including facilities, access and venue information.

Storytelling Training June
2026-06-11 14:00 - 17:00 | Old Fire Station, Oxford, 40 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AQ
Storytelling Training

About Storytelling Training June

Join us for our Storytelling trainings.

Part 1: Introduction to Storytelling training

Thursday 04 June 2.00pm – 5.00pm, online

A step-by-step introduction to the Storytelling method and how to put it into practice in the context of your own work.

Part 2: Story Collecting training

Thursday 11 June 2.00pm – 5.00pm, online

Building on part one, an in-depth and practical look at story collecting, including how to set-up, structure, and guide conversations which lead to rich and insightful stories in the voice and words of the storyteller.

In order to participate you must be able to attend both parts of the training. The price covers the cost of both sessions.

Since 2017 we’ve worked with over 90 partners and collected 150 stories and counting. https://www.storytellingevaluation.co.uk/

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard £300.00

Pay more £350.00

Pay less £150.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 4 June and Thursday 11 June

In order to participate you must be able to attend both parts of the training. The price covers the cost of both online sessions.

Running time:

3 hours

Good to know:

Please note the attendee will be contacted with a link to join a week before the training.

About The Old Fire Station

The Old Fire Station in Oxford is an arts centre with a unique social mission, combining creativity with community impact. Located in the city centre, it hosts a vibrant programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, comedy, and workshops.

It shares its space with the homelessness charity Crisis Skylight Oxford, supporting people experiencing homelessness through training and opportunities in the arts. By bringing artists, audiences, and vulnerable communities together, The Old Fire Station aims to challenge inequality and inspire positive change.

Discover more about The Old Fire Station, including travel, access and venue information.

Matt Forde: Defying Calamity
2026-06-10 19:30 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

About Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

In his biggest live tour to date leading political comedian Matt Forde (The Royal Variety Performance, Spitting Image, HIGNFY, British Scandal) finds positivity in life despite all the evidence to the contrary in politics and his own health.

Reviews

“The most topically incisive impersonator on the block… It’s laugh-a-minute stuff, underpinned by the kind of wisdom and natural resilience our leaders could learn from. He was always impressive, but he deserves his inevitable standing ovation as never before.” ★★★★★

Daily Telegraph

“A first-class comic.”

The Guardian

“Flying the flag for satire… a meaty hour of impressions, gags and reflections… so much to admire here.” ★★★★★

Mail On Sunday

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£25.50

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:

Wednesday 10 June 2026 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.

Academy Summer Term
2026-06-10 16:15 - 17:45 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Academy Summer Term

About Academy Summer Term

Join Aylesbury Waterside’s Academy. Weekly drama sessions for ages 7 to 11.

Develop key drama skills through games, tasks, improvisation, devising, script and creative work. Exploring a range of spaces across the theatre venue theatre: what better way to introduce children to the world of performance and creativity!

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 re-filled 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. Send queries re this booking to AylesburyCreativeLearning@atgentertainment.com..

Academy Summer Term

Tickets

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Booking information

Dates & times:

Wednesdays from 15 April to 24 June. No session 27 May.

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Location:

Main Auditorium

Age guidance:

7 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

See other shows at this venue

Lunchtime Talk: ‘Einstein and the Refugee Scholars in Oxford’
2026-06-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Lunchtime Talk: ‘Einstein and the Refugee Scholars in Oxford’

About Lunchtime Talk: ‘Einstein and the Refugee Scholars in Oxford’

How did the ‘Einstein Blackboard’ come to be a prize possession of Oxford’s Museum of the History of Science?

This is the story of Einstein’s visits to Oxford in the 1930s, his reception and significance.

Discover the role played by Oxford University, its departments and colleges and the Society for the Protection of Science and Learning in saving scholars fleeing from the Nazis. Finally, find out about the lives, contributions and legacies of the refugee scholars themselves.

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.

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.

Photo consent

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.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Tickets cost £6.00 and are available online via Plinth or at the Museum shop.

Tickets for this event also include access to the Galleries.

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:

Wednesday 10 June 2026 at 1.00pm

Running time:

1 hour

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.

Museum of Oxford Walks: Jericho: 200 years of a ‘dangerously hospitable’ neighbourhood
2026-06-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Museum of Oxford Walks: Jericho: 200 years of a ‘dangerously hospitable’ neighbourhood

About Museum of Oxford Walks: Jericho: 200 years of a ‘dangerously hospitable’ neighbourhood

Explore an Oxford suburb of extraordinary diversity – artistic, literary, religious and architectural – with local historian, former Jericho canalboat resident and Chair of the Jericho Living Heritage Trust, Mark Davies.

This 90-minute tour will reveal the transformation over 200 years of the open fields known as ‘Twentiacre’ and Great & Little Bear Meadows into the compact streets of today. Bordered by the Oxford University Press and the ironworks known as Lucy’s, plus the Oxford Canal, Jericho is a neighbourhood like no other.

Jericho has been the inspiration of authors such as Thomas Hardy, Sir John Betjeman, Colin Dexter (creator of ‘Inspector Morse’), and Sir Philip Pullman; it has nurtured the fledgling Pre-Raphaelite art movement; it has provided a musical stepping stone for, most notably, Radiohead; and it has accommodated a rich mix of artisanal trades and services.

As part of the tour, you will see the original parish church, and its High Anglican successor, the remarkable (and in some respects controversial) St Barnabas’ Church; the University Press; St Sepulchre’s Cemetery, the resting place of Oxford citizens both famous and humble; an 18th-century meteorological station; the sites of the former ironworks, a boatbuilding yard and an ancient well in Walton Manor; the Oxford Canal, and some of the pubs – current or former – for which Jericho was once infamous, one of which gave the suburb its name.

Accessibility and further information:

Meeting point: Outside the Blavatnik School of Government, 120 Walton Street, OX2 6GG. Please arrive 5 minutes before the start of the walk and check with the guide.

Unfortunately, this walk is not accessible for wheelchair users, as there are steps on the bridge over the canal. Please email museum@oxford.gov.uk if you would like to discuss any access requirements ahead of booking a walk.

Please note that this walk is recommended for ages 16+.

Tickets cost £15 and are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop.

Your ticket also gives you access to the MOX galleries on the day of the walk, at any time during opening hours.

Event 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.

Meet Your Tour Guide: Mark Davies

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); a biography of the Oxford pastry cook who was the first Englishman to fly (King of all Balloons); and the insightful A Jericho Scrapbook and Jericho – a Celebration.

Until 2020 he had lived on an Oxford residential narrowboat for nearly 30 years, and is the Chair of the Jericho (Oxford) Living Heritage Trust. He is also a trustee of the Lewis Carroll Society, a member of the Society of Authors, and on the committee of the Alliance of Literary Societies.

Access at the Museum

The Museum is accessible for wheelchair users, buggies and baby carriers. There is step-free, level entry access to the Town Hall via the entrance closest to Carfax (to the left of the main steps as you face the Town Hall). Inside the Museum, Museum Makers is accessible via a platform lift and lift to the basement level. Accessible toilets are available in the Museum (close to Museum Makers) and in the Town Hall on the ground floor, before entering the Museum.

Please contact the Museum team if you’d like to talk to a member of staff about your access requirements. Further access information can be found on our website: https://museumofoxford.org/plan-your-visit/access

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£15.00

Dates & times:

Wednesday 15 July 2026 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.

Stories of Oxford Tours
2026-06-09 13:00 - 13:45 | Museum of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1BX
Stories of Oxford tours

About Stories of Oxford Tours

These guided tours are led by a dedicated volunteer team and will give you an introduction to the people and stories of Oxford.

The guides will take you on their personalised highlights tour around the Museum, lasting 30-45 minutes, with time for questions at the end.

From football to fairgrounds, marmalade to Morris Motors, patron saints to pubs, barges, bones, and all types of quirky customs — there’s something for everyone in the stories of Oxford and its people.

Meet in the Museum of Oxford’s Gift Shop, inside the Oxford Town Hall.

Each tour has a capacity of 10 people.

There are several topics to choose from as follows:

A history of Oxford in 6 objects

Always wanted to know about our city? Come and listen to a guide take you from Saxon times to the present day. The guide will use six objects to explain Oxford’s history, including the city origins, the city and the University, the English Civil War, literary Oxford, scientific Oxford and industrial Oxford.

An introduction to Oxford’s past

What is it that is unique about Oxford? The city is well known around the world. This tour identifies some of the features that have made the city so special. From the Saxon period when the city was already an important settlement, through the development of the university, the important role played by the city in the English Civil Wars, to more recent features such as the growth of the car industry under the leadership of William Morris, the Covered Market and the important literary figures linked to the city, the tour will give you an insight which should stimulate interest in finding out more. The Museum is an ideal starting point for you to discover Oxford’s amazing past.

Artisan Oxford: Arts, Crafts, and Creations

What connects James Bond’s favourite breakfast with the South Pole? How did a small Oxford boutique become the “Holy Grail” of fashion? Encompassing cutting-edge design, folk frivolities, and extremely rare architecture, (not the spire kind); Oxford Arts is unique. Explore our city’s rich creative heritage through a hand-picked selection of artisan objects.

Oxford Night Out

Since medieval times Oxford has been famous for its vibrant social and cultural scene, making it one of the best places for a night out in the UK. In this tour, we will explore four aspects of a night out in Oxford through the ages: pubs, music venues, cinema and theatre, and St. Giles Fair, highlighting topics of celebrity, disorder, and hygiene. Join on what promises to be an exciting and, at times, surprising, tour.

The Oxford Story

This tour will explore the stories of the city, and the city of stories. This includes Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Oxford’s cinemas, and Oxford as a film location and place of inspiration for stories.

This Talented Town

A mixture of Oxford city specialities, this tour will highlight the achievements of some of the extraordinary people from this spectacular town.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £4.00

Tickets are available to purchase online (subject to a transaction fee of £0.88) or at the Museum shop.

Dates & times:

09, 18 & 27 June

07, 16, 25 July

18 & 29 August

10, 15 & 26 September

08 & 20 October

05, 17 & 28 November

Running time:

45 minutes

Age guidance:

Adults and 12+

Photo consent:

Please be aware that photographs may 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.

Story Time Adventure
2026-06-09 10:00 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Story Time Adventure

About Story Time Adventure

A Story Time Adventure around the theatre space

Join this interactive storytelling session for ages 2 to 4 and their parent/carer!

Story Time Adventure

Get stuck in with your little ones in an adventure around the foyer spaces and secret places. Who knows what magic we might find: stories, crafts and interactive games to immerse your children in the magical world of stories.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £8.00

Includes one adult and one child. £4.00 per additional adult or child.

Dates & times:

Tuesday 09 June and Tuesday 07 July 2026 at 10.00am

Running time:

1 hour

Location:

Main Auditorium

Age guidance:

2 to 4

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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