# The Oxford Magazine

> The Oxford Magazine curates culturally relevant news, events, and stories for people who live, work, and play in Oxford and Oxfordshire\.

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## Pages
- [Home](http://theoxfordmagazine.com/)
- [Branded content](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/branded-content/)
- [Experiences](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/experiences/)
- [Summer](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/summer/)
- [Places to stay](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/places-to-stay/)

## Posts
- [15 things to do this Christmas in Oxford and across Oxfordshire](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/things-to-do-this-christmas-in-oxford-and-across-oxfordshire/): From Christmas markets and light displays to pantomimes and much more, here’s your definitive guide to everything you have to do in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this Christmas\.
- [An insider’s guide to punting in Oxford](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/punting-in-oxford/): Discover Oxford from the water with our insider's guide to punting\. From the history of this cherished tradition and the best places to hire a punt, to river etiquette, scenic routes, and what to do when things don't quite go to plan, here's everything you need to know before stepping aboard\.
- [Stage Watch: Waitress \- a musical about the many ways people learn to love and be loved](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/waitress-musical-review/): Waitress is a richly textured musical about the many forms love can take, told through the interconnected lives of a small\-town diner\. Led by Carrie Hope Fletcher as Jenna and featuring standout supporting performances, the production reflects its diverse characters, each searching for connection in their own way\.
- [Oxford’s traffic filters: Your frequently asked questions answered](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/oxfords-traffic-filters-your-frequently-asked-questions-answered/): As Oxfordshire County Council confirms the date for introducing six new traffic filters in Oxford, here’s a quick look at what the scheme is, what it means for drivers, and answers to your frequently asked questions
- [Brilliant things to do in and around Oxford this weekend \(03 to 05 July\)](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/things-to-do-in-oxford-this-weekend/): 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\.

## Venues
- [Carrdus School, Banbury \[Closed\]](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/venue/carrdus-school/): Carrdus School is an independent day preparatory school just outside Banbury, for girls aged 3 to 11 and boys 3 to 8\.
- [Cliveden House, Berkshire](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/venue/cliveden-house/): Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House is a Grade I listed stately home set upon 376 acres of National Trust grounds\.
- [Westgate Oxford](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/venue/westgate-oxford/): A retail and leisure destination in the city centre with a mix of global brands, eclectic restaurants and cafes, leisure and sophisticated rooftop bars and dining\.
- [High Lodge Farm, Abingdon](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/venue/high-lodge-farm-abingdon/): Family\-owned High Lodge Farm is made up of almost 400 acres of rolling grassland, meadows and ancient woodland on the outskirts of Culham village, Oxfordshire\.
- [The Wroxton, Banbury](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/venue/wroxton-house-hotel-banbury/)

## Organisers
- [OnSalsa](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/organiser/onsalsa/): OnSalsa is the home of Salsa in North Oxford, where Rosa and Giles \- both with a background in classical ballet, modern jazz and tap dance \- provide dance classes, workshops, and private sessions for all levels\.
- [City of Oxford Choir](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/organiser/city-of-oxford-choir/): Founded in 1977, the City of Oxford Choir is a vibrant and accomplished amateur choir dedicated to delivering high\-quality choral music in Oxford and beyond\.
- [Opera Anywhere](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/organiser/opera-anywhere/): Opera Anywhere are a group of professional singers and musicians who give around 65 opera performances a year, all over the UK\.
- [Oxford Sinfonia](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/organiser/oxford-sinfonia/): Founded in 1984, the Oxford Sinfonia is an amateur chamber orchestra with a wide range of accomplished musicians in each concert\.
- [Creation Theatre](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/organiser/creation-theatre/): Oxford's Creation Theatre shows are anarchic, unexpected, fun, lively, quirky, fast and definitely not like any version you’ve seen before\.

## Events
- [Truck Festival 2026](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/truck-festival/): Often described as the Godfather of the small music festivals, the Truck Festival which takes place in the idyllic Oxfordshire countryside, has been featuring some of the biggest and best emerging artists since 1998\.
- [Wilderness Festival 2026](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/wilderness-festival/): A four\-day festival combining live music, arts, wellbeing and an array of theatre, artisanship, late\-night parties, outdoor pursuits and culinary experiences in the Oxfordshire countryside\.
- [The Muddle of the Muses](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-muddle-of-the-muses/): Don't miss this rare chance to see the Muses at eye level and discover the intriguing story behind their conservation\.
- [Cliveden Literary Festival ](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/cliveden-literary-festival/): Cliveden Literary Festival is a unique forum for lively discussion, thought\-provoking ideas, and political debate\.
- [St Edward’s School: Leavers’ Exhibition](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/st-edwards-school-leavers-exhibition-2/): The exhibition celebrates the work of St Edward’s Upper Sixth pupils\. Don’t miss this exhibition by the creative stars of the future\.

## People
- [Anneliese Dodds](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/people/anneliese-dodds/): Anneliese Dodds is the Labour and Co\-operative Member of Parliament for Oxford East\. She was first elected in June 2017 and has been a shadow Treasury minister since July 2017\.
- [Victoria Prentis](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/people/victoria-prentis/): Victoria Prentis is a Conservative politician and was MP for Banbury Constituency from 2015 to 2024\.
- [Professor Dame Louise Richardson](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/people/professor-louise-richardson/): Professor Louise Richardson was the Vice\-Chancellor of the University of Oxford from 01 January 2016 to 31 December 2022, having previously served as Principal and Vice\-Chancellor of the University of St Andrews, Scotland, for seven years\.
- [Professor Irene Tracey](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/people/professor-irene-tracey/): Professor Irene Tracey, currently Warden of Merton College, Oxford, has been nominated as the next Vice\-Chancellor of the University of Oxford\.
- [Robert Courts](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/people/robert-courts/): Robert Courts is a barrister and Conservative Party politician who has been the MP for Witney since winning the seat at a by\-election in 2016\.


## News
- [Oxfordshire leaders seek fresh devolution deal after Thames Valley plan collapses](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/news/oxfordshire-leaders-seek-fresh-devolution-deal-after-thames-valley-plan-collapses/): Oxfordshire leaders have written to Labour leadership contender Andy Burnham seeking an ambitious devolution settlement after the collapse of proposals for a Thames Valley strategic authority\.
- [County Council approves plans for major investment in three Oxfordshire schools](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/news/county-council-approves-plans-for-major-investment-in-three-oxfordshire-schools/): Three Oxfordshire schools are set to benefit from major investment plans, including the expansion of Oxford's Mabel Prichard Special School, a new teaching block at Grove CE Primary School and permanent classrooms for Faringdon Community College\.
- [Oxford Bus Company supports Thame Pride as community celebration returns](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/news/oxford-bus-company-supports-thame-pride-as-community-celebration-returns/): Oxford Bus Company supported this year's Thame Pride with its rainbow\-branded bus, event sponsorship and community engagement, highlighting its ongoing backing for Pride celebrations across Oxfordshire\.
- [David Clulow opens new flagship eyewear store at Westgate Oxford](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/news/david-clulow-opens-new-flagship-eyewear-store-at-westgate-oxford/): Eyewear retailer David Clulow has opened a redesigned flagship store at Westgate Oxford, featuring luxury eyewear brands, advanced eye testing facilities and an experience\-led optical retail concept\.
- [End date confirmed for Oxford congestion charge ahead of traffic filters introduction](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/news/end-date-confirmed-for-oxford-congestion-charge-ahead-of-traffic-filters-introduction/): Oxford’s £5 congestion charge is set to end shortly, to be replaced by a traffic filter system featuring ANPR enforcement, a six\-month consultation, and warning notices during an initial trial period, amid strong reactions from businesses and campaign groups\.

## Listings
- [Westgate Oxford](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/listing/westgate-oxford/): Westgate Oxford is a retail and leisure destination attracting world\-class retailers and leisure facilities in Oxford City Centre\.
- [Crazy Bear Stadhampton](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/listing/the-crazy-bear-stadhampton/): The original Crazy Bear has been welcoming guests since 1993\. Set within 80 acres of working farmland, it features eclectic design, abundant gardens, award\-winning English and Thai restaurants that have held two AA rosettes since opening\.
- [Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/listing/oxford-philharmonic-orchestra/): The Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras, recognised for its artistic excellence, international reach, and strong educational mission\.
- [High Lodge Farm, Abingdon](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/listing/high-lodge-farm-abingdon/): High Lodge Farm is a working Oxfordshire farm that has been transformed into one of the county's most popular seasonal family attractions, offering outdoor adventures, pumpkin picking, giant bale play, camping and countryside experiences\.
- [The Double Red Duke, Clanfield](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/listing/the-double-red-duke-clanfield/): The Double Red Duke is a picturesque 17th\-century coaching inn in the Cotswold village of Clanfield, close to Oxford with cosy log fires, good food using local produce, and a garden with a terrace for al fresco dining and 19 beautiful rooms\.

## Recipes
- [Raymond Blanc’s Fruit Scones Recipe](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/raymond-blancs-fruit-scones-recipe/): This Fruit Scones recipe by Raymond Blanc yields perfectly light, golden scones — ideal served warm with rich clotted cream and a generous spoonful of strawberry jam\.
- [Raymond Blanc’s Apple Tart ‘Maman Blanc’ Recipe](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/raymond-blancs-apple-tart-maman-blanc-recipe/): This Apple Tart ‘Maman Blanc’ recipe by Raymond Blanc makes the best apple tart in the world its success lies in its simplicity, and in the apples used\.
- [Raymond Blanc’s Roast Goose Recipe](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/raymond-blancs-roast-goose-recipe/): This Raymond Blanc Roast Goose recipe yields perfectly tender leg and breast meat and crisp, golden skin that’s just perfect for Christmas\.
- [Raymond Blanc’s Perfect Roast Turkey Recipe](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/raymond-blanc-perfect-roast-turkey-recipe/): For a tender and succulent Christmas turkey, try this Raymond Blanc’s Perfect Roast Turkey recipe\. It’s guaranteed to impress at the Christmas table\.

- [Raymond Blanc’s Spring Peas Risotto Recipe](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/raymond-blancs-spring-pea-risotto-recipe/): A quick and easy recipe for using up your leftover turkey after Christmas\. It is up to you how spicy you want to make this curry\.


## Experiences
- [Adventure Play at Blenheim Palace](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/experiences/adventure-play-at-blenheim-palace/): Blenheim Palace Adventure Play is a hidden world of adventure, where mini explorers of all ages create their own exciting stories\.
- [Little Explorers at High Lodge Farm](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/experiences/little-explorers-at-high-lodge-farm/): Little Explorers at High Lodge Farm near Abingdon is a woodland play experience for under 7s featuring mud kitchens, water play and nature\-based outdoor activities during the summer holidays\.
- [Seasonal field experience at Cotswold Lavender](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/experiences/seasonal-field-experience-at-cotswold-lavender/): Explore Cotswold Lavender in Snowshill, where rolling Cotswold hills are transformed into vibrant rows of violet blooms\. 
- [Loose Cannon Brewery \- Guided Brewery Tour](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/experiences/loose-cannon-brewery-guided-brewery-tour/): Step behind the scenes at Loose Cannon and discover how your favourite pint comes to life\. Plus plenty of chances to taste along the way\.
- [Gin School at Wood Brothers Distillery](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/experiences/gin-school-at-wood-brothers-distillery/): A one\-of\-a\-kind experience to explore the gin\-making process\. Be the distiller and choose from over 100 botanicals to flavour and re\-distil your own 70cl  bottle of gin\.

## Promotions
- [Sunday Sets return to The Feathers with live music, pizza and summer cocktails](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/promotion/sunday-sets-return-to-the-feathers-with-live-music-pizza-and-summer-cocktails/): The Feathers in Woodstock is bringing back its Sunday Sets and Signature Sessions at The Aviary, combining live music, seasonal dishes and summer cocktails for relaxed weekend afternoons\.
- [50% off outdoor plants summer sale at Hillier Garden Centres](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/promotion/50-off-outdoor-plants-summer-sale-at-hillier-garden-centres/): Refresh your garden for less as Hillier Garden Centres offers 50% off a wide range of outdoor plants from 02 to 05 July 2026, available in\-store and online while stocks last\.
- [Tickets from £24 for Allegra at Harold Pinter Theatre, London](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/promotion/tickets-from-24-for-allegra-at-harold-pinter-theatre-london/): A limited\-run UK tour production of Allegra arrives at London’s historic Harold Pinter Theatre this summer, with tickets available from just £24 for a short promotional window\.
- [Take the wheel this Father’s Day at Templars Square family\-friendly activity](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/promotion/take-the-wheel-this-fathers-day-at-templars-square-family-friendly-activity/): Challenge family and friends on a Formula 1\-inspired racing simulator at Templars Square this Father's Day weekend, with a Silverstone gift experience up for grabs\.
- [Bill’s launches Kids Eat Free offer for families this summer](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/promotion/bills-launches-kids-eat-free-offer-for-families-this-summer/): Families can make the most of the summer holidays with Bill’s Kids Eat Free promotion, running from 25 June to 01 September, alongside a new Can\-Teen Menu designed for older children and teenagers\.

## Videos
- [Oxford Round Table Charity Fireworks Display 2024](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/videos/oxford-round-table-charity-fireworks-display-2024/): A household event in Oxford’s South Park, the Oxford Round Table Charity Bonfire and Fireworks Display is widely considered to be Oxfordshire’s largest firework display for charity\.
- [Best of Six by Nico](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/videos/best-of-six-by-nico/): The ‘Best of Six by Nico’ experience celebrated Six by Nico’s most popular dishes from past menus\.
- [Highlights: The Gallery at Escapade Silverstone](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/videos/highlights-the-gallery-at-escapade-silverstone/): The Gallery at Escapade Silverstone is a unique dining experience with innovative dishes, trackside views, and world\-class hospitality at the heart of one of the world’s most iconic circuits\.

## Opinion
- [Home buying and selling reform has the potential to “transform” home sales in West Oxfordshire](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/opinion/home-buying-and-selling-reform-has-the-potential-to-transform-home-sales-in-west-oxfordshire/): In this opinion piece, Brendan Kay, Managing Director of Parkers Properties, voices his support for new Government reforms aimed at improving transparency, speeding up home sales and raising professional standards in the estate agency sector\.
- [When the Chef leaves: What The Swan Inn's closure reveals about the fragility of modern gastropubs](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/opinion/what-the-swan-inns-closure-reveals/): The closure of The Swan Inn in Islip highlights the challenges facing chef\-led gastropubs across Britain and raises important questions about whether hospitality businesses built around individual talent can survive when their defining figure moves on\.
- [Strength in collaboration: rethinking how Oxfordshire businesses grow](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/opinion/strength-in-collaboration-rethinking-how-oxfordshire-businesses-grow/): In Oxfordshire’s interconnected business landscape, the real competitive advantage is not doing everything yourself\. It is knowing what you are exceptional at and partnering with organisations that elevate everything else\.
- [How will building no homes solve Oxford’s housing crisis?](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/opinion/how-will-building-no-homes-solve-oxfords-housing-crisis/): High demand and scarce availability make our city among the least affordable places for housing in the country\. And this affects everyone, even if you’ve paid off your mortgage\.
- [Tour de France? Or… Le Tour de Cake?](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/opinion/tour-de-france-or-le-tour-de-cake/): Heth Miller introduces Le Great British Tour de Cake, a light\-hearted collection of countryside cycling routes across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire, where café stops matter just as much as the miles\. Designed for all abilities, it’s a celebration of gentle adventure, local scenery, and, most importantly, cake\.

## Series
- [Museum of Oxford Walks: The Lost Streets of St Ebbes](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/series/museum-of-oxford-walks-the-lost-streets-of-st-ebbes/)
- [Science Oxford: Family Days](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/series/science-oxford-family-days/)
- [Museum of Oxford Walks: The Real Alice in Wonderland](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/series/museum-of-oxford-walks-the-real-alice-in-wonderland/)
- [Stories of Oxford Tours](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/series/stories-of-oxford-tours-4/)
- [Hands\-on History\!](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/series/hands-on-history-3/)

## Categories
- [Arts \& Culture](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/culture/)
- [Community \& Charity](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/community/)
- [Property \& Development](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/construction-real-estate/)
- [Transport \& Infrastructure](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/transport-infrastructure/)
- [Food \& Drink](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/food-drink/)

## Tags
- [What’s on in Oxford](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/topic/whats-on-in-oxford/)
- [Oxfordshire County Council News](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/topic/oxfordshire-county-council-news/)
- [What’s on in Bicester](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/topic/whats-on-in-bicester/)
- [Oxford City Council News](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/topic/oxford-city-council-news/)
- [Places To Eat](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/topic/places-to-eat/)

## Directories
- [Restaurants](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/directory/restaurants/)
- [Pubs](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/directory/pubs/)
- [Hotels](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/directory/hotels/)
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## Editions
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- [East Oxford](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/editions/oxford/east-oxford/)

## Collections
- [Places to eat](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/collection/places-to-eat/)
- [Places to go](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/collection/places-to-go/)
- [What’s on in November](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/collection/whats-on-in-november/)
- [What’s on in October](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/collection/whats-on-in-october/)
- [What’s on in March](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/collection/whats-on-in-march/)

## Recipe Categories
- [Main Courses](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/type/main-course-recipes/)
- [Cakes \& Desserts](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/type/cakes-desserts-recipes/)
- [Breakfast \& Brunch](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/type/breakfast-brunch-recipes/)
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- [Soups \& Starters](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/type/soups-starters-recipes/)

## Recipe Ingredients
- [Chicken](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/ingredients/chicken/)
- [Pumpkin](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/ingredients/pumpkin/)
- [Apples](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/ingredients/apples/)
- [Chocolate](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/ingredients/chocolate/)
- [Potato](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/ingredients/potato/)

## Recipe Collections
- [Autumn recipes](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/collections/autumn-recipes/)
- [Brunch recipes](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/collections/brunch-recipes/)
- [Winter recipes](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/collections/winter-recipes/)
- [Rainy day recipes](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/collections/rainy-day-recipes/)
- [Easy recipes](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/collections/easy-recipes/)

## Diets
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- [Vegan Recipes](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/diet/vegan-recipes/)
- [Low\-carbs \& Keto Recipes](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/diet/low-carbs-keto-recipes/)
- [Gluten\-free Recipes](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/recipes/diet/gluten-free-recipes/)

## Experience Categories
- [Historic \& Heritage Experiences](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/experiences/type/historic-heritage-experiences/)
- [Food \& Drink Experiences](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/experiences/type/food-drink-experiences/)
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## Event Categories
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- [Comedy](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/events/category/comedy/)
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- [Variety](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/events/category/variety/)
- [Gigs](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/events/category/gigs/)

## Organiser Categories
- [Choirs](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/events/organisers/category/choirs/)
- [Orchestras \& Ensembles](https://theoxfordmagazine.com/events/organisers/category/orchestras-ensembles/)
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