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Kids to eat free this summer at Marco Pierre White’s Oxford restaurant
Families can enjoy affordable dining this summer thanks to a special offer at Marco Pierre White’s Steakhouse at the Leonardo Royal Hotel on Godstow Road, Oxford. During the school holidays, children under 12 can eat free when accompanied by a full-paying adult.
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Audi Presents Wilderness returns to Cornbury Park with music, art, and family fun
Audi Presents Wilderness returns to Cornbury Park in summer 2025, celebrating creativity, music, food, wellness, and family fun. With headliners like Wet Leg, Basement Jaxx, and Supergrass, and standout sets from emerging artists, the music is just the beginning.
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Oxford University names Gavin Svenson as new director of Museum of Natural History
The University of Oxford has appointed Dr Gavin J. Svenson as Director of the Museum of Natural History, effective September 2025. Previously Chief Science Officer at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Dr Svenson brings vast expertise in museum transformation, scientific research, and public engagement.
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Rest, prep, and recover with Mollie’s Restival for summer festival-goers
Mollie’s has unveiled its new Restival at Mollie’s range, designed to support festival-goers with stylish essentials for pre- and post-event comfort – available from 17 July 2025 at its Oxfordshire and Bristol locations.
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Vale and Downland Museum fête to launch major fundraising campaign in Wantage
The Vale and Downland Museum in Wantage will launch a major new fundraising campaign during its annual fête on Saturday, 12 July. Marking 50 years since its founding, the museum hopes to rally community support to secure its future.
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Richard Hammond to judge Salon Privé Concours de Vente at 20th-anniversary event
Salon Privé will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a thrilling new Supercar Sunday & Lifestyle Club Trophy Day at Blenheim Palace on 31 August and motoring icon Richard Hammond will judge the prestigious Concours de Vente and present the Lifestyle Club Trophy.
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Jade Dixon appointed General Manager at Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa has named Jade Dixon as its new General Manager. She previously led Cambridge Belfry to success and will now focus on transforming operations and enhancing the guest journey in Oxfordshire.
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Oxford leisure centres upgrade catering facilities and menus
Barton, Leys Pools, Ferry and Hinksey Leisure Centres, and Oxford Ice Rink, have upgraded their catering facilities and menus to provide a more modern and sustainable experience. Enhancements include Fairtrade-certified coffee and tea, eco-friendly cups, and expanded food and drink offerings.
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Discover medieval history at Greys Court as Festival of Archaeology returns for 2025
This July, visitors to National Trust Greys Court can experience live archaeology in action during the Festival of Archaeology. Experts will be on site, using geophysical techniques to guide the excavation of a suspected inter-court range, offering insights into the site’s rich and layered history.
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Oxford’s Race for Life 2025: What to know about road closures and parking restrictions
Oxford city centre will play host to thousands of runners this month as the Race for Life returns on Sunday 29 June 2025 – bringing with it a series of road closures, parking suspensions, and traffic measures
