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Oxford Covered Market: How the £8m regeneration could reshape a historic landmark
Oxford City Council has unveiled plans for an £8m programme of improvements to the Covered Market. A before-and-after vision shows how the historic market could be transformed while preserving its character and independent trading spirit.
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The Karate Kid – The Musical: A timely story of balance, belonging and becoming
The musical – anchored by a standout performance from Adrian Pang as Mr Miyagi – reimagines the beloved 1984 film as an emotionally resonant stage production exploring identity, discipline and belonging.
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Brilliant things to do in and around Oxford this weekend (12 to 14 June)
Oxford and the surrounding areas offer a brilliant line-up of things to see and do this weekend – from culture and live entertainment to outdoor adventures and seasonal events.
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Stage Watch: Hunger Games, Blue Man Group, Hamilton, Abigail’s Party & Fawlty Towers
Theatre adaptation, immersive theatre, musical theatre, classic drama and traditional British farce… this edition of Stage Watch brings together five standout productions across Oxford and London.
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Inside Homes: Kirtlington Park – A Palladian masterpiece in the Oxfordshire countryside
This Grade I listed home combines extraordinary classical interiors – including the 36-foot Saloon and celebrated Monkey Room – with refined modern restoration, offering a rare balance of historic grandeur, family living and exceptional entertaining space.
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Exploring Taiwan Travelogue: The International Booker Prize 2026 winner
Part travel narrative, part historical fiction and part literary puzzle, Taiwan Travelogue by Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King has become the first novel translated from Taiwanese Mandarin to win the International Booker Prize.
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How to do a Rivals-inspired weekend in Oxford and the Cotswolds
Let our editor guide you through a Rivals-inspired weekend in Oxford and the Cotswolds — a curated circuit of intellect, heritage and countryside leisure, where nothing ever feels entirely accidental.
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Stage Watch: Expect 80s nostalgia as The Karate Kid The Musical comes to Oxford
The Karate Kid The Musical arrives at New Theatre Oxford from 09 to 13 June as part of its UK tour, bringing the 1984 film’s story of mentorship, resilience and balance to the stage through music and movement.
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Why every home needs giant garden games this summer and the ones worth considering
From giant tower games and oversized snakes and ladders to croquet, skittles and boules, discover giant garden games and classic lawn favourites helping families and friends make the most of summer outdoors.
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Dormy House Hotel & Spa: A contemporary countryside retreat in the Cotswolds
Kick off your shoes, put your feet up and make yourself at home in one of thirty-eight rooms spread across a courtyard, a lodge and a converted farmhouse in the Cotswolds.
