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What’s on in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this July
From music festivals and outdoor theatre to a major exhibition opening and dazzling on-stage performances, get ready to make the most of the weather and soak up everything on offer in (sunny) Oxfordshire this July.
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Inside Homes: Bridge House – a beautiful 17th-century Cotswold stone home in an idyllic village setting
In the heart of the Oxfordshire village of Black Bourton, Bridge House is a beautifully preserved late-17th-century Cotswold stone residence offering elegant period interiors, extensive ancillary accommodation and over an acre of landscaped gardens, perfectly balancing historic charm with flexible modern living.
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Stage Watch: ‘I think we need much more laughter in the world’ says John Cleese
John Cleese reflects on the enduring success of Fawlty Towers – The Play, the timeless appeal of British farce, and why making people laugh remains his greatest reward.
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Stage Watch: Lord of the Dance celebrating 30 years with spectacular return to Oxford
Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance is returning to Oxford as part of its 30th anniversary tour, bringing a spectacular new production to New Theatre Oxford featuring fresh choreography, cutting-edge staging, and global star power.
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Stage Watch: Jesus Christ Superstar returning to Oxford with Sam Ryder in bold new production
Jesus Christ Superstar is coming to New Theatre Oxford in April 2027 starring Sam Ryder in a major UK tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s iconic rock opera.
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Stage Watch: What to expect when acclaimed musical Waitress takes to the stage at New Theatre Oxford
As Waitress arrives at New Theatre Oxford as part of its UK and Ireland tour, audiences can expect a warmly human story of friendship, resilience and self-discovery, brought to life through Sara Bareilles’ celebrated score.
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Hampton Court Palace Festival 2026: A spectacular summer of live music in a royal setting
The festival opened with David Gray and continued across two weeks with a stellar line-up including OMD, Pete Tong, The Stranglers, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Elvis Costello, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and 80s Classical in a unique royal setting.
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The characterful inns and townhouse hotels in Oxfordshire well worth a stay
Discover Oxfordshire’s most characterful country inns, historic coaching inns, and elegant townhouse hotels, where heritage architecture, warm hospitality, and distinctive stays come together. While each has its own personality, these properties still carry traces of their original purpose as inns, residences, and stopping points for travellers.
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Stage Watch: One Day, Standard of Living, Allegra, Simon & Garfunkel Story, & Julius Caesar
This week’s Stage Watch features new musicals, bold drama and live music events, from One Day to Julius Caesar, showcasing love, politics, memory and timeless songs on stage.
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Inside Homes: Remenham Court – a landmark residence overlooking the Henley Royal Regatta
Overlooking the Henley Royal Regatta course, Remenham Court is a distinguished Grade II listed Thameside residence, combining elegant period architecture, grand reception rooms and beautifully landscaped grounds in one of Henley-on-Thames’ most iconic riverside settings.
