BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Oxford Magazine - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Oxford Magazine X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Oxford Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T194500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T194500 DTSTAMP:20260619T064159Z CREATED:20260618T131005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T064159Z UID:10012754-1785527100-1785527100@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Suzanne Vega DESCRIPTION:Suzanne Vega\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Suzanne Vega \n\n\n\nSuzanne Vega will perform a career-spanning show including favorites like ‘Tom’s Diner’\, ‘Luka’\, ‘Marlene On The Wall’\, and many more\, plus songs from her latest album\, Flying with Angels\, which was released in May 2025 to critical acclaim. \n\n\n\nShe will be joined on stage by her longtime guitarist\, Gerry Leonard (of David Bowie fame)\, and cellist Stephanie Winters. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Suzanne Vega\n\n\n\nWidely regarded as one of the foremost songwriters of her generation\, Suzanne Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk revival of the early 1980s. Accompanying herself on acoustic guitar\, Vega sang what has been called contemporary folk or neo-folk songs of her own creation in Greenwich Village clubs. \n\n\n\nSince the release of her self-titled\, critically acclaimed 1985 debut album\, she has given sold-out concerts in many of the world’s best-known venues. \n\n\n\nKnown for performances that convey deep emotion\, Vega’s distinctive\, “clear\, unwavering voice” (Rolling Stone) has been described as “a cool\, dry sandpaper-brushed near-whisper” by The Washington Post\, with NPR Music noting that she “has been making vital\, inventive music” throughout the course of her decades-long career. \n\n\n\nBearing the stamp of a masterful storyteller who “observes the world with a clinically poetic eye” (The New York Times)\, Vega’s songs have tended to focus on city life\, ordinary people and real-world subjects. \n\n\n\nNotably succinct and understated\, her work is immediately recognizable—as utterly distinct and thoughtful as it was when her voice was first heard on the radio over 40 years ago. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the Critics Say\n\n\n\n\n“Vega remains relevant and never afraid to challenge her audiences\, whether that’s musically or politically. A genius undimmed.” \n\n\n\nMorning Star \n\n\n\n\n\n“A gifted storyteller\, as much as a songwriter\, she holds the audience in the palm of her hand with ease.” \n\n\n\nThe Edinburgh Reporter \n\n\n\n\n\n“Four decades after her new-waif debut\, Suzanne Vega retains her knack for lucid reflections and crisp music to match… Her voice remains both knowing and observant.” \n\n\n\nRolling Stone \n\n\n\n\n\n“Infused with a vibrancy and political urgency that is very ‘now’.” \n\n\n\nMOJO \n\n\n\n\n\n“Finds humility and grace amid the ‘permanent emergency’ of the present.” \n\n\n\nUNCUT Magazine \n\n\n\n\n\n“Vega proves she deserves a place with greats like Reed\, Dylan and Cohen.” \n\n\n\nThe Scotsman \n\n\n\n\n\n“Forty years on\, Suzanne Vega still weaves magic…she has lost nothing over the years—if anything\, her music has matured beautifully.” \n\n\n\nAll Music Magazine UK \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£43.77 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 31 July 2026 at 7.45pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nThis is a seated venue. No Under 8’s will be allowed into the venue for this performance. There is a maximum of 6 tickets per household. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/suzanne-vega/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Suzanne-Vega-01.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T213000 DTSTAMP:20260729T004750Z CREATED:20260618T064248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T004750Z UID:10012957-1785526200-1785533400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Richard Goode DESCRIPTION:Richard Goode\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Richard Goode \n\n\n\nBeethoven Sonata No. 27 in E minor\, Op. 90Schoenberg 6 kleine Klavierstücke\, Op. 19Brahms 6 Klavierstücke\, Op. 118Schumann Davidsbündlertänze\, Op. 6 \n\n\n\nRichard Goode piano \n\n\n\nA programme that fascinates on every level from pianist’s pianist\, Richard Goode. Each work on the menu teases and entrances in its own way – from the elusive conflicts of Beethoven’s sonata to the dualities of the vibrant young Schumann finding his place in the musical universe. \n\n\n\nIn between come two extraordinary statements in sets of six – Schoenberg’s delving into the world of serialism on the brink of the First World War in his aphoristic Six Short Pieces and the strange and beautiful world of Brahms’s emotionally rich Op. 118. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £12.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 31 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/richard-goode/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Richard-Goode.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T175000 DTSTAMP:20260729T005227Z CREATED:20260618T091752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T005227Z UID:10012951-1785508200-1785520200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 2 DESCRIPTION:Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 2\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 2 \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 31 July 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/marios-papadopoulos-masterclass-2/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Marios-Papadopoulos-Masterclass-1.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T125000 DTSTAMP:20260729T004819Z CREATED:20260618T091100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T004819Z UID:10012950-1785490200-1785502200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 1 DESCRIPTION:Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 1\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 1 \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 31 July 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/marios-papadopoulos-masterclass-1/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Marios-Papadopoulos-Masterclass-1.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T235900 DTSTAMP:20260728T120203Z CREATED:20260606T154520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T120203Z UID:10012838-1785456000-1785542340@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Didcot Railway Centre Discovery Days DESCRIPTION:Didcot Railway Centre in Didcot\, Oxfordshire\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Didcot Railway Centre Discovery Days\n\n\n\nWith no trains running\, explore the 21 acre living museum at leisure and get close to the exhibits \n\n\n\nTravel back to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and experience the sights\, sounds and atmosphere of steam across this 21-acre living museum\, showcasing trains from Victorian times through to the 1960s. \n\n\n\nVisitors can explore the site at leisure and uncover almost two centuries of railway history. With trains not running on Discovery Days\, there is a rare opportunity to see the locomotives up close. \n\n\n\nA colourful Centre Guide helps visitors navigate the site\, from the original 1932 Engine Shed to the impressive collection of preserved locomotives\, including 5900 Hinderton Hall. Guests can step onto the footplate and hear staff in character as they bring the engines to life\, capturing the rhythms of a working steam-era shed. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAcross the site\, the Engine Shed atmosphere is carefully recreated\, with sounds and details that evoke daily railway life. The Carriage and Wagon section displays restored rolling stock from Victorian times to the 1940s\, including a VIP saloon believed to have been used by General Eisenhower during preparations for D-Day and later part of the GWR Royal Train\, alongside ongoing restoration work. Brunel’s Broad Gauge collection is also on display\, including locomotives\, coaches\, the transfer shed\, and remnants of the ambitious Atmospheric Railway. \n\n\n\nInteractive and interpretive experiences continue in the Signalling Centre\, where visitors can discover how rail traffic has been controlled over time\, with the Swindon Panel demonstrated on selected dates. A WWII air raid shelter offers a powerful glimpse into wartime history\, while the museum houses a vast and varied collection of smaller artefacts. The Road Transport Hangar adds further depth with examples of historic GWR road vehicles. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nDiscovery Days offer full access to the site\, with the restaurant\, shop\, museum\, Engine Shed displays\, carriage and wagon exhibits\, signalling centre\, and transfer shed all open to visitors. The quieter atmosphere allows more time to appreciate the locomotives and surroundings. At times\, visitors may also witness shunting movements\, workshop activity\, or even steam tests taking place outdoors. \n\n\n\nFamilies can enjoy the outdoor play area or dress up as station staff\, while the refreshment rooms provide space to relax over lunch or a snack. A visit to the gift shop offers souvenirs to complete the experience. The backdrop of modern railway traffic passing nearby adds contrast\, bringing over 180 years of railway evolution together in a single day. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nAdmission for 2 people with Tea & Cake – £32.00 (£35.50 with Gift Aid) \n\n\n\nAdult Admission – £12.00 (£14.00 with Gift Aid)Senior Admission (65+) – £9.00 (£10.00 with Gift Aid)Child Admission (3 to 15) – £7.50 (£8.50 with Gift Aid)                  Child Under 3 Admission – Free \n\n\n\nFamily of 4 Admission (2 Adults and 2 Children) – £35.00 (£38.50 with Gift Aid)Family of 5 Admission (2 Adults and 3 Children) – £44.00 (£48.50 with Gift Aid)                 Carer Admission – £0.00Visitors may be asked to provide reasonable proof of carer status on the day of arrival. \n\n\n\nAdmission prices are inclusive of all regular attractions including free train rides on running days. \n\n\n\nChild prices apply to children aged 3 to 15 \n\n\n\nOpening times: \n\n\n\nDidcot Railway Centre Discovery Days take place on selected Thursdays and Fridays throughout the season. Discovery Days are open from 10.30am to 4.00pm\, with last admission at 2.30pm. \n\n\n\nThe scheduled Discovery Days are: \n\n\n\n02 & 03\, 09 & 10\, 16 & 17\, 23 & 24\, 30 & 31 July 2026 \n\n\n\n06 & 07\, 13 & 14\, 20 & 21\, 27 & 28 August 2026 \n\n\n\n03 & 04\, 10 September 2026 \n\n\n\nPlease 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. \n\n\n\nChildren under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nGood to know:Joining during half term week\, will be a visiting engine\, Prairie 5199 courtesy of the 5199 Project\, and together with our own 4144 and 6106 will be the first time these 3 Prairies will have been seen together in preservation. 5199 is due to come out of traffic shortly as its boiler certificate is running out\, so make the most of being able to see this operating while you can! \n\n\n\nSee the latest pre-arrival advice here. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/didcot-railway-centre-discovery-days/2026-07-31/ LOCATION:Didcot Railway Centre\, Didcot Parkway\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NJ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/didco-railway-centre-discovery-days-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.6110399;-1.2430554 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Didcot Railway Centre Didcot Parkway Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 7NJ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Didcot Parkway:geo:-1.2430554,51.6110399 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T213000 DTSTAMP:20260626T190300Z CREATED:20260618T061110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T190300Z UID:10012936-1785439800-1785447000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Grieg Piano Concerto DESCRIPTION:Grieg Piano Concerto \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Grieg Piano Concerto \n\n\n\nGrieg Piano Concerto in A minor\, Op. 16Rachmaninov Symphony No. 2 in E minor\, Op. 27 \n\n\n\nTheodosia Ntokou pianoMarios Papadopoulos conductor \n\n\n\nThe festival is thrilled to present one of the most exciting emerging instrumental talents\, Greek pianist Theodosia Ntokou\, who has counted Martha Argerich as her mentor since 2009. \n\n\n\nTheodosia joins the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra for all the fresh air\, spontaneity and adventure of one of the central piano concertos of the literature\, that by Edvard Grieg – followed here by Rachmaninov’s symphony of infernal whirlwinds\, passionate declarations of love and heartfelt longing for peace. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 30 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome 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. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/grieg-piano-concerto/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Grieg-Piano-Concerto.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T204500 DTSTAMP:20260618T060432Z CREATED:20260618T060427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T060432Z UID:10012971-1785439800-1785444300@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Woodhill (Preview) DESCRIPTION:Woodhill (Preview)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Woodhill (Preview) \n\n\n\n“I dance in the horror of grief.” \n\n\n\nThree men at Woodhill prison are dead. Their families demand answers. This is a call to arms about the crisis facing prisons. \n\n\n\nGut punching choreography and unflinching beats shine a light on the hidden story of HMP Woodhill. Lyrically told in their own words\, three families investigate what happened to their boys. What they discover is so haunting\, it turns their world upside down. \n\n\n\nPushing the form of documentary theatre and dance\, Woodhill is an explosive true story by multi-award-winning LUNG and originally developed with The North Wall. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£10.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 30 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 15 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n16+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThe work addresses themes of self-harm\, suicide\, addiction\, racism\, child loss\, and extreme violence. It features vivid movement and descriptions that may distress audiences. Strong language and strobe lighting are present. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The North Wall Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The North Wall Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/woodhill-preview/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Woodhill-Preview.webp GEO:51.7781313;-1.2676696 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade Oxford OX2 7JN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=South Parade:geo:-1.2676696,51.7781313 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T175000 DTSTAMP:20260624T202529Z CREATED:20260618T054804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T202529Z UID:10012949-1785421800-1785433800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ian Jones Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Ian Jones Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ian Jones Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 30 July 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/ian-jones-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Ian-Jones-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T125000 DTSTAMP:20260627T113037Z CREATED:20260617T170639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T113037Z UID:10012948-1785403800-1785415800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Elisabeth Leonskaja Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Elisabeth Leonskaja\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Elisabeth Leonskaja Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 30 July 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/elisabeth-leonskaja-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Elisabeth-Leonskaja.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T235900 DTSTAMP:20260728T120203Z CREATED:20260606T154520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T120203Z UID:10012837-1785369600-1785455940@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Didcot Railway Centre Discovery Days DESCRIPTION:Didcot Railway Centre in Didcot\, Oxfordshire\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Didcot Railway Centre Discovery Days\n\n\n\nWith no trains running\, explore the 21 acre living museum at leisure and get close to the exhibits \n\n\n\nTravel back to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and experience the sights\, sounds and atmosphere of steam across this 21-acre living museum\, showcasing trains from Victorian times through to the 1960s. \n\n\n\nVisitors can explore the site at leisure and uncover almost two centuries of railway history. With trains not running on Discovery Days\, there is a rare opportunity to see the locomotives up close. \n\n\n\nA colourful Centre Guide helps visitors navigate the site\, from the original 1932 Engine Shed to the impressive collection of preserved locomotives\, including 5900 Hinderton Hall. Guests can step onto the footplate and hear staff in character as they bring the engines to life\, capturing the rhythms of a working steam-era shed. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAcross the site\, the Engine Shed atmosphere is carefully recreated\, with sounds and details that evoke daily railway life. The Carriage and Wagon section displays restored rolling stock from Victorian times to the 1940s\, including a VIP saloon believed to have been used by General Eisenhower during preparations for D-Day and later part of the GWR Royal Train\, alongside ongoing restoration work. Brunel’s Broad Gauge collection is also on display\, including locomotives\, coaches\, the transfer shed\, and remnants of the ambitious Atmospheric Railway. \n\n\n\nInteractive and interpretive experiences continue in the Signalling Centre\, where visitors can discover how rail traffic has been controlled over time\, with the Swindon Panel demonstrated on selected dates. A WWII air raid shelter offers a powerful glimpse into wartime history\, while the museum houses a vast and varied collection of smaller artefacts. The Road Transport Hangar adds further depth with examples of historic GWR road vehicles. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nDiscovery Days offer full access to the site\, with the restaurant\, shop\, museum\, Engine Shed displays\, carriage and wagon exhibits\, signalling centre\, and transfer shed all open to visitors. The quieter atmosphere allows more time to appreciate the locomotives and surroundings. At times\, visitors may also witness shunting movements\, workshop activity\, or even steam tests taking place outdoors. \n\n\n\nFamilies can enjoy the outdoor play area or dress up as station staff\, while the refreshment rooms provide space to relax over lunch or a snack. A visit to the gift shop offers souvenirs to complete the experience. The backdrop of modern railway traffic passing nearby adds contrast\, bringing over 180 years of railway evolution together in a single day. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nAdmission for 2 people with Tea & Cake – £32.00 (£35.50 with Gift Aid) \n\n\n\nAdult Admission – £12.00 (£14.00 with Gift Aid)Senior Admission (65+) – £9.00 (£10.00 with Gift Aid)Child Admission (3 to 15) – £7.50 (£8.50 with Gift Aid)                  Child Under 3 Admission – Free \n\n\n\nFamily of 4 Admission (2 Adults and 2 Children) – £35.00 (£38.50 with Gift Aid)Family of 5 Admission (2 Adults and 3 Children) – £44.00 (£48.50 with Gift Aid)                 Carer Admission – £0.00Visitors may be asked to provide reasonable proof of carer status on the day of arrival. \n\n\n\nAdmission prices are inclusive of all regular attractions including free train rides on running days. \n\n\n\nChild prices apply to children aged 3 to 15 \n\n\n\nOpening times: \n\n\n\nDidcot Railway Centre Discovery Days take place on selected Thursdays and Fridays throughout the season. Discovery Days are open from 10.30am to 4.00pm\, with last admission at 2.30pm. \n\n\n\nThe scheduled Discovery Days are: \n\n\n\n02 & 03\, 09 & 10\, 16 & 17\, 23 & 24\, 30 & 31 July 2026 \n\n\n\n06 & 07\, 13 & 14\, 20 & 21\, 27 & 28 August 2026 \n\n\n\n03 & 04\, 10 September 2026 \n\n\n\nPlease 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. \n\n\n\nChildren under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nGood to know:Joining during half term week\, will be a visiting engine\, Prairie 5199 courtesy of the 5199 Project\, and together with our own 4144 and 6106 will be the first time these 3 Prairies will have been seen together in preservation. 5199 is due to come out of traffic shortly as its boiler certificate is running out\, so make the most of being able to see this operating while you can! \n\n\n\nSee the latest pre-arrival advice here. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/didcot-railway-centre-discovery-days/2026-07-30/ LOCATION:Didcot Railway Centre\, Didcot Parkway\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NJ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/didco-railway-centre-discovery-days-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.6110399;-1.2430554 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Didcot Railway Centre Didcot Parkway Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 7NJ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Didcot Parkway:geo:-1.2430554,51.6110399 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T213000 DTSTAMP:20260624T202707Z CREATED:20260617T170834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T202707Z UID:10012935-1785353400-1785360600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Elisabeth Leonskaja DESCRIPTION:Elisabeth Leonskaja\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Elisabeth Leonskaja \n\n\n\nSchubert Sonata No. 9 in B major\, D. 575Schubert 4 Impromptus\, D. 935Schubert Sonata No. 20 in A major\, D. 959 \n\n\n\nElisabeth Leonskaja piano \n\n\n\nSchubert wondered how he could follow in the pianistic footsteps of Beethoven. In the end\, he found a way – following that composer’s terse intensity with a world of lyrical expanse\, mining emotional complexity through technical simplicity. \n\n\n\nAn icon among pianists\, Elisabeth Leonskaja\, comes to the festival to traverse Schubert’s world from the dreamy but turbulent B major sonata to the abysmal melancholy of his penultimate work in the form and the peak of the composer’s vision of the Impromptu. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 29 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome 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. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/elisabeth-leonskaja/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Elisabeth-Leonskaja.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T175000 DTSTAMP:20260624T202640Z CREATED:20260617T163330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T202640Z UID:10012947-1785335400-1785347400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Rustem Hayroudinoff Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Rustem Hayroudinoff Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Rustem Hayroudinoff Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 29 July 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/rustem-hayroudinoff-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Rustem-Hayroudinoff-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T125000 DTSTAMP:20260627T113225Z CREATED:20260616T180459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T113225Z UID:10012946-1785317400-1785329400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Momoro Ono Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Momoro Ono Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Momoro Ono Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 29 July 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/momoro-ono-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Momoro-Ono-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T235959 DTSTAMP:20260606T152404Z CREATED:20250910T155422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T152404Z UID:10012821-1785283200-1785369599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Didcot Railway Centre Steam Days DESCRIPTION:Didcot Railway Centre Steam Days\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Didcot Railway Centre Steam Days\n\n\n\nTravel 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. \n\n\n\nSteam 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. \n\n\n\n\nStroll 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.\n\n\n\nVisit 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\n\n\n\nMarvel at Brunel’s Broad Gauge railway\, locomotives\, coaches and transfer shed and don’t miss a section of his not entirely successful ‘Atmospheric Railway’\n\n\n\nGet 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.\n\n\n\nDescend into a shelter built to keep Didcot’s enginemen safe in WWII and experience an air raid\n\n\n\nImmerse yourself in the huge and varied collection of fascinating\, smaller items in the Museum. \n\n\n\nDiscover some GWR road vehicles in the Road Transport Hangar.\n\n\n\n\nChildren 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nAdmission for 2 people with Tea & Cake – £48.00 (£53.00 with Gift Aid) \n\n\n\nAdult 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 \n\n\n\nFamily 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. \n\n\n\nAdmission prices are inclusive of all regular attractions including free train rides on running days. \n\n\n\nChild prices apply to children aged 3 to 15 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGood to know\n\n\n\n\nDidcot Railway Centre will be open at 10.30am\, with the last entries at 2.30pm.\n\n\n\nYou are welcome to stay until close at 4.00pm.\n\n\n\nPlease have your original e-ticket ready to show the staff. \n\n\n\nPlease also bring your membership card if you’re a member or your carer’s ID if you have booked a carer’s ticket.\n\n\n\nOn 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.\n\n\n\nHead up the stairs to the Railway centre entrance.\n\n\n\nOn arrival\, please show your tickets and collect a Site Guide.\n\n\n\nWe 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.\n\n\n\nYou 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.\n\n\n\nPlease do not climb down into\, or jump across\, the inspection pits.\n\n\n\nChildren must be supervised at all times.\n\n\n\nPlease listen to the briefings from staff\, and please do ask questions.\n\n\n\nWell-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/didcot-railway-centre-steam-days-3/2026-07-29/ LOCATION:Didcot Railway Centre\, Didcot Parkway\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NJ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Didcot-Railway-Centre-Steam-Days.webp GEO:51.6110399;-1.2430554 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Didcot Railway Centre Didcot Parkway Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 7NJ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Didcot Parkway:geo:-1.2430554,51.6110399 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T210000 DTSTAMP:20260718T185610Z CREATED:20260718T185004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T185610Z UID:10013035-1785268800-1785272400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Instruments of Time & Truth: Songs for these Distracted Times DESCRIPTION:Instruments of Time & Truth: Songs for these Distracted Times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Instruments of Time & Truth: Songs for these Distracted Times\n\n\n\nCurated by Christopher Bucknall\, this programme turns to music born out of one of England’s most turbulent chapters. In the upheaval of the Civil War\, composers and poets found in song\, for voices and instruments\, a means of reflection\, solace\, and escape. Their music speaks with a remarkable intimacy across the centuries. \n\n\n\nProgramme \n\n\n\nSuite for Violin\, Bass Violin and Organ in A minor – William Lawes \n\n\n\nI Rise and Grieve – Henry Lawes \n\n\n\nSlide Soft you silver floods – Henry Lawes \n\n\n\nA Sad Pavan for these distracted times – Thomas Tomkins \n\n\n\nPavan in C minor – Robert Johnson \n\n\n\nSweet Stay a While – Henry Lawes \n\n\n\nSuite for Bass Viol – Tobias Hume \n\n\n\nVariations on John Come Kiss – Thomas Baltzar \n\n\n\nNo more shall meads be decked with flowers – Nicholas Lanier \n\n\n\nSuite from Cupid and Death – Matthew Locke and Christopher Gibbons \n\n\n\nPerformers \n\n\n\nGwilym Bowen\, tenor \n\n\n\nLiz McCarthy\, violin \n\n\n\nSuzanne Heinrich\, viol \n\n\n\nToby Carr\, lute \n\n\n\nChristopher Bucknall\, organ and harpsichord \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £20.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions (Student\, disability\, benefits\, under 16) – £10.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee of £1.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 28 July 2026 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/instruments-of-time-truth-songs-for-these-distracted-times/ LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral\, Oxford\, St Aldate’s\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1DP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Instruments-of-Time-Truth-Songs-for-these-Distracted-Times.webp GEO:51.7497417;-1.2567655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Christ Church Cathedral Oxford St Aldate’s Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1DP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Aldate’s:geo:-1.2567655,51.7497417 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T213000 DTSTAMP:20260624T195544Z CREATED:20260616T175309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T195544Z UID:10012958-1785267000-1785274200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Isata Kanneh-Mason DESCRIPTION:Isata Kanneh-Mason\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Isata Kanneh-Mason \n\n\n\nBeethoven Sonata No. 14 in C sharp minor\, Op. 27 No. 2\, ‘Moonlight’ Ravel Gaspard de la nuit\, M. 55 Dobrinka Tabakova NocturneDobrinka Tabakova Halo Beethoven Sonata No. 21 in C major\, Op. 53\, ‘Waldstein’   \n\n\n\nIsata Kanneh-Mason piano \n\n\n\nA truly exceptional pianist of huge nuance\, expression and communicative abilities returns to this year’s festival with a recital at Merton College Chapel bookended by Beethoven. \n\n\n\nIsata Kanneh-Mason plays the composer’s iconic Moonlight and Waldstein sonatas while also bringing us the striking imagery and technical virtuosity of Ravel’s Gaspard de la nuit. \n\n\n\nAfter that come two works by one of the most imaginative and original composers working today Dobrinka Tabakova\, including another moon-themed work – her luminous depiction of a lunar phenomenon from darkness to shine to settled glow\, Halo. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £12.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 28 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/isata-kanneh-mason/ LOCATION:Merton College Chapel\, Merton Street\, Oxford\, OX1 4JD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Isata-Kanneh-Mason.webp GEO:51.7510786;-1.2527687 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Merton College Chapel Merton Street Oxford OX1 4JD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Merton Street:geo:-1.2527687,51.7510786 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T180000 DTSTAMP:20260714T093601Z CREATED:20260714T093556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T093601Z UID:10013023-1785261600-1785261600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Armchair Talks at Blenheim Palace DESCRIPTION:Armchair Talks at Blenheim Palace\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Armchair Talks at Blenheim Palace\n\n\n\nUsually on the last Tuesday of the month\, at 6.00pm\, The Stables Cafe will host an array of interesting talks by guest speakers from across Blenheim Palace and beyond into the surrounding Estate and community. \n\n\n\nCovering a fascinating range of topics\, the talks are a great insight into the amazing work that makes this a UNESCO World Heritage Site. \n\n\n\nDavid Green\, Head of Innovation at Blenheim Palace\, will talk about the innovative methods used at Weavely Solar Farm on the outskirts of Woodstock to measure biodiversity\, soil quality\, animal and insect habitat\, and air quality. \n\n\n\nThese include the use of a complex monitoring system that tracks environmental data across the site over time\, rather than relying on one-off assessments; a moth selfie box and a robotic dog! \n\n\n\nTogether\, these tools give a much more detailed and ongoing picture of how a solar farm affects the land around it than traditional surveying methods ever could. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nAdmission is included with a valid Pass \n\n\n\n£5.00 on the door for non-pass holders \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 28 July 2026 at 6.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Stables Café \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nNo dogs allowed URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/armchair-talks-at-blenheim-palace/ LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, Blenheim Park\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1PP CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Armchair-Talks-at-Blenheim-Palace.webp GEO:51.8463865;-1.3622664 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Blenheim Palace Woodstock Blenheim Park Woodstock Oxfordshire OX20 1PP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Blenheim Park:geo:-1.3622664,51.8463865 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T175000 DTSTAMP:20260624T195515Z CREATED:20260616T172429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T195515Z UID:10012945-1785249000-1785261000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Stephen Kovacevich Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Stephen Kovacevich Masterclass \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Stephen Kovacevich Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 28 July 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/stephen-kovacevich-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Stephen-Kovacevich-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T125000 DTSTAMP:20260624T195338Z CREATED:20260616T170721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T195338Z UID:10012944-1785231000-1785243000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Paul Lewis Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Paul Lewis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Paul Lewis Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 28 July 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/paul-lewis-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Paul-Lewis.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T235959 DTSTAMP:20260626T181545Z CREATED:20260521T050120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T181545Z UID:10012574-1785196800-1785455999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Masterclass Series DESCRIPTION:Masterclass Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Masterclass Series \n\n\n\nThe Masterclass Series is three introductory workshops in professional skills used by creatives across the industry\, designed for both beginners and those looking to revisit foundational techniques. \n\n\n\nDelivered by an exciting industry practitioner\, the Masterclass Series includes Movement & Physical Theatre on Tuesday 28 July\, Directing on Wednesday 29 July and Improvisation on Thursday 30 July. \n\n\n\nJoin the workshop for one or come and take part in all three! \n\n\n\nBursary Placement \n\n\n\nIt is understood that sometimes there are financial barriers that can limit a participant’s ability to access our workshops and activities\, and so the Open House Bursary Placement scheme looks to support those who might not otherwise be able to attend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£50.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 28 to Thursday 30 July 2026 at 10.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n4 hours\, including a one-hour lunch break. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n18+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nOxford 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. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/masterclass-series/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Masterclass-Series.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T213000 DTSTAMP:20260626T190332Z CREATED:20260616T165319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T190332Z UID:10012934-1785180600-1785187800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Paul Lewis DESCRIPTION:Paul Lewis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Paul Lewis\n\n\n\nMozart Sonata No. 10 in C major\, K. 330Poulenc Improvisations Nos 7-12Debussy L’Isle joyeusePoulenc Improvisations Nos 1-6 & 13-15Mozart Sonata No. 14 in C minor\, K. 457 \n\n\n\nPaul Lewis piano \n\n\n\nFestival favourite Paul Lewis returns with a programme framed by two of Mozart’s most appealing piano sonatas – one known for its charm and grace\, the other for its intensity and restlessness. \n\n\n\nIn between comes music from France – Debussy’s sensual and ecstatic vision of an island ruled by love L’isle joyeuse\, and a selection of Poulenc’s more down-to-earth Improvisations – the witty\, lyrical vignettes the composer wrote over a period of 27 years\, each dedicated to a colleague or friend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 27 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome 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. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/paul-lewis/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Paul-Lewis.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T175000 DTSTAMP:20260624T194859Z CREATED:20260616T161912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T194859Z UID:10012943-1785162600-1785174600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Kathryn Stott Masterclass (27 July) DESCRIPTION:Kathryn Stott Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kathryn Stott Masterclass (27 July) \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 27 July 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/kathryn-stott-masterclass-27-july/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Kathryn-Stott-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260727T125000 DTSTAMP:20260624T194937Z CREATED:20260615T180024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T194937Z UID:10012942-1785144600-1785156600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ingrid Fliter Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Ingrid Fliter Masterclass \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ingrid Fliter Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 27 July 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/ingrid-fliter-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Ingrid-Fliter.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T213000 DTSTAMP:20260729T003403Z CREATED:20260615T174909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T003403Z UID:10012956-1785094200-1785101400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ingrid Fliter DESCRIPTION:Ingrid Fliter\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ingrid Fliter \n\n\n\nAn all-Chopin programme featuring:A selection of Mazurkas and NocturnesSonata No. 3 in B minor\, Op. 58 \n\n\n\nIngrid Fliter piano \n\n\n\nIngrid Fliter made her name with an exceptional recording of Chopin’s Waltzes in 2009. Here she comes to the Oxford Piano Festival with a recital of the composer’s music in the intimate surroundings of the Holywell Music Room. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£32.00 \n\n\n\nStudents £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 26 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n120 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/ingrid-fliter/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Ingrid-Fliter.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T210000 DTSTAMP:20260714T103840Z CREATED:20260714T103836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T103840Z UID:10013024-1785090600-1785099600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Moonrakers Picnic Concert DESCRIPTION:Moonrakers Picnic Concert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Moonrakers Picnic Concert\n\n\n\nThe Moonrakers Picnic Concert has become an annual early evening summer event in the beautiful Amphitheatre at Waterperry Gardens. \n\n\n\nThe band of four present sparkling multi-instrumental music and song played on harp\, cello\, fretted instruments\, flutes\, keyboard and female/male vocals. There will be chorus songs\, traditional and contemporary folk music\, and beautiful harmony singing. The extended interval allows you to wander the Gardens and enjoy your picnic. \n\n\n\nFour-piece Moonrakers perform sparkling\, distinctive arrangements of traditional British folk songs and tunes\, alongside their own compositions. Their multi-instrumental concerts feature harp\, cello\, fretted instruments\, whistles\, and female/male vocals. Informative\, varied\, and suitable for all ages\, their live shows blend ancient mystic ballads\, beautiful lyrical tunes\, and joyous chorus songs. \n\n\n\nMoonrakers have earned wide praise for both their live performances and recordings\, described as “startlingly talented” by the Oxford Times\, with an “exquisite sound” by the BBC\, “The real deal” by The Living Tradition\, “Wonderful arrangements” by RnR Magazine\, and “Uplifting\, sensitively crafted songs and tunes” by FATEA magazine. \n\n\n\nTheir music has been featured in the BBC television series ‘Beyond Paradise’\, on Radio 4\, and across numerous local radio and podcast programmes \n\n\n\nCurrent line-up comprises: \n\n\n\n\nBecki Luff – Celtic harp; has performed at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall and The Sage.\n\n\n\nJacqui Johnson – cello; formerly with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and a regular soloist.\n\n\n\nJon Bennett – bouzouki\, guitar\, whistles\, mandolin\, and vocals; an award-winning songwriter and published composer.\n\n\n\nSarah Fell – vocals and percussion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\n5.30pm for a 6.00pm start \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 30 minutes\, with an extended interval. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nAll ages URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/moonrakers-picnic-concert/ LOCATION:Waterperry Gardens\, Waterperry Gardens\, Wheatley\, Oxfordshire\, OX33 1JZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Portrait-7-scaled.webp GEO:51.7525757;-1.0888286 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waterperry Gardens Waterperry Gardens Wheatley Oxfordshire OX33 1JZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waterperry Gardens:geo:-1.0888286,51.7525757 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T175000 DTSTAMP:20260729T003347Z CREATED:20260615T172555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T003347Z UID:10012941-1785076200-1785088200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Kathryn Stott Masterclass (26 July) DESCRIPTION:Kathryn Stott Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kathryn Stott Masterclass (26 July) \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 26 July 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/kathryn-stott-masterclass-26-july/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Kathryn-Stott-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T120000 DTSTAMP:20260729T003333Z CREATED:20260718T181720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T003333Z UID:10013034-1785063600-1785067200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble DESCRIPTION:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble\n\n\n\nAnna Cashell -violin \n\n\n\nChris Windass – violin \n\n\n\nVanessa Mcnaught – viola \n\n\n\nKath Sharman – cello \n\n\n\n• Mozart: String Quartet no 17 in B flat major\, K 458 (“Hunt”) \n\n\n\n• Shostakovich: String Quartet no 4 in D major\, op 83 \n\n\n\nThis superb series of chamber music concerts was established in the 1986 in the amazing Holywell Music Room – the oldest concert hall in Europe. \n\n\n\nThe concerts are every Sunday morning at 11.15am with coffee available at a local pub before the concert. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £17.00 \n\n\n\nAges 11 to 17 – £8.50 \n\n\n\nFull Time Student (ID req) – £8.50 \n\n\n\nAdmission to children aged between 5 and 10 is free when accompanied by an adult – please call Oxford Coffee Concerts in advance on 07518 479 062 to book these tickets. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 26 July 2026 at 11.00am \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11.15am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-coffee-concerts-adderbury-ensemble-2/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Coffee-Concerts-Adderbury-Ensemble.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T140000 DTSTAMP:20250906T004943Z CREATED:20220909T140106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T004943Z UID:10007171-1785060000-1785074400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Summertown Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Summertown Farmers Market\, Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Summertown Farmers Market\n\n\n\nSummertown Farmers Market is a community market that aims to bring new generation farmers market to the high street. \n\n\n\nThe market hosts a wide range of fresh local and organic producers and street food vendors and a few non-food treats traders. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThe market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to 2.00pm. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/summertown-farmers-market/2026-07-26/ LOCATION:Summertown Shopping Parade\, Banbury Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX2 7DY CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/summertown-farmers-market-oxford-1920x1080.webp GEO:51.7778921;-1.2652376 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Summertown Shopping Parade Banbury Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 7DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Banbury Road:geo:-1.2652376,51.7778921 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T140000 DTSTAMP:20240116T170731Z CREATED:20220909T120824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T170731Z UID:10007434-1785060000-1785074400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:South Oxford Farmers and Community Market DESCRIPTION:South Oxford Farmers and Community Market\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the South Oxford Farmers and Community Market\n\n\n\nThe South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is a weekly market selling local\, seasonal food and non-food goods. \n\n\n\n‘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. \n\n\n\nThe market also supports the resale of locally-sourced second-hand products such as books and clothing. \n\n\n\nThe market is held every Sunday from 10.00am to noon in the courtyard of the South Oxford Community Centre on Lake Street. \n\n\n\nWeekly/regular vendors include: \n\n\n\n\nNatural Bread Company\n\n\n\nClays Organic Vegetables\n\n\n\nBrill Organic Vegetables\n\n\n\nEadles of Beckley\n\n\n\nSofacoma Wholefoods\n\n\n\nCelia’s Bakery\n\n\n\nFAI Eggs\n\n\n\nRaffaele Pepe\n\n\n\nJericho Coffee Traders\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/south-oxford-farmers-and-community-market/2026-07-26/ LOCATION:South Oxford Community Centre\, Lake Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 4RP CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/south-oxford-farmers-and-community-market-1600x900.webp GEO:51.7393714;-1.2556906 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=South Oxford Community Centre Lake Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 4RP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lake Street:geo:-1.2556906,51.7393714 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T120000 DTSTAMP:20250906T012139Z CREATED:20220909T134508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T012139Z UID:10008981-1785060000-1785067200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Wolvercote Community Market DESCRIPTION:Wolvercote Community Market\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Wolvercote Community Market\n\n\n\nEstablished 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nRegular 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThe market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to noon at The White Hart Community Pub in Godstow Road\, Lower Wolvercote. \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nIf you’re arriving by bicycle\, there are plenty of bike racks and a regular bike. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/wolvercote-community-market/2026-07-26/ LOCATION:The White Hart Wolvercote\, 126 Godstow Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX2 8PQ CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/wolvercote-sunday-market-1600x900.webp GEO:51.7837991;-1.2931625 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The White Hart Wolvercote 126 Godstow Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 8PQ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=126 Godstow Road:geo:-1.2931625,51.7837991 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR