Christmas Guides
Make the most of the festive season with our Christmas guides to Oxford and beyond. From finding the perfect Christmas gifts and discovering independent shops and local makers to exploring festive food and drink, seasonal experiences and places to visit, our guides bring together ideas and inspiration for enjoying Christmas.
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Our pick of where to buy fresh-cut Christmas trees in Oxford and beyond
If you want to pick a live Christmas tree or buy a freshly-cut one, here are the tree barns and gardens to get mostly locally-grown fresh-cut Christmas trees in Oxford and across Oxfordshire.
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Pantomimes and Christmas shows in Oxford and beyond
From laugh-out-loud pantomimes and much-loved festive classics to enchanting family productions and seasonal theatre, find a show to enjoy in Oxford and beyond this Christmas.
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Best Christmas carols and concerts in Oxford and beyond
Discover the best Christmas carols and concerts in Oxford and beyond, from traditional church services and candlelit performances to orchestral concerts, choirs and festive musical celebrations.
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Christmas light events in Oxford and across Oxfordshire in 2026
As Christmas 2025 approaches, Oxford city centre and town centres across the county are set to sparkle with festive lights, bringing a magical glow to the streets.
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Where to meet Santa in Oxford and beyond in 2026
Here’s our growing list of where to see Santa Claus a.k.a. Father Christmas himself in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this Christmas.
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Fabulous Christmas Day lunch venues in Oxford and beyond
Discover fabulous places serving Christmas Day lunch in Oxford and beyond, from traditional festive menus and country-house dining to special celebrations at local restaurants.
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Christmas 2026 at Blenheim Palace
This Christmas, Blenheim Palace & Gardens will once again come alive with thousands of twinkling lights, seasonal scents, sparkling baubles, and the warmth of the festive season.
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What’s on in Oxford and beyond this Christmas
Discover what’s on in Oxford and beyond this Christmas, from festive markets and pantomimes to Christmas concerts, family activities, illuminated trails and seasonal experiences.
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Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Oxford and across Oxfordshire
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Oxford and Oxfordshire with style. From festive feasts and glamorous hotel stays to buzzing bars, and late-night clubs — dine, dance, and toast 2026 at the county’s most unmissable venues.
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15 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.
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Christmas markets in Oxford and across Oxfordshire
Ditch the department stores and wrap up all your Christmas shopping at these fabulously festive Christmas markets and fairs in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this year.
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Local food and drink gifts from Oxfordshire makers and suppliers
We’re rounding up a selection of noteworthy local food and drink gifts from Oxfordshire makers and suppliers, so you won’t be at a loss for something that’s sure to be appreciated.
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Christmas baking recipes
From pies to cakes, bring the festive feeling into your kitchen with our collection of delicious Christmas baking recipes from artisans and food businesses in Oxfordshire.
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Recipes for you to try this Christmas
Eat, drink, and be merry with these amazing Christmas recipes. We’ve got some delicious festive recipes that will get the taste buds tingling this Christmas.
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10 brilliant things to do in Oxford this Christmas season
Christmas is a particularly wonderful time in Oxford, and there’s never a shortage of activities to help get people into the Christmas spirit – from carols and pantos to markets and grottos.
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The Victorian market at Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival 2021
In case you missed it, there was a Victorian market on Broad Street featuring fully stocked yuletide stalls, along with the traders wearing Victorian costumes.