Woodstock
About Woodstock
Welcome to the Woodstock edition of The Oxford Magazine.
Woodstock, an old English word meaning “clearing in the woods”, is a picturesque historic town in Oxfordshire draped in history.
This dignified market town has historical links to nobility and royalty, as Woodstock Manor was the birthplace of the eldest son of King Edward III and was where Queen Mary I was imprisoned for a time by Elizabeth I.
The town grew up as a coaching stop around the Royal hunting lodge, which later became the site of Blenheim Palace, home of the Dukes of Marlborough since the early 1700s, and the birthplace of the statesman Sir Winston Churchill – he was born in the palace in 1874 and is buried in the nearby village of Bladon.
The Oxfordshire Museum can fill you in on the town’s fabled history, while the plush centre of Woodstock more than merits a saunter for its regal townhouses, clad with ivy and wisteria. Today, Woodstock is fast gaining a reputation as an exciting hub for contemporary art, with a host of galleries.
Local news & editions
Drive-in cinema set to return to Blenheim Palace
Following a fantastically popular summer 2020 season, drive-in cinema is set to return to the stunning grounds of Blenheim Palace from 06 May.
Nocturne Live 2021 – Lionel Richie’s rescheduled date announced
Lionel Richie’s Sold Out concert at Nocturne Live has been rescheduled to Saturday 19 June 2021, alongside Macy Gray and Rob Green.
Nocturne Live 2021 – David Gray’s rescheduled date announced
David Gray’s headline performance at Nocturne Live has been rescheduled to Thursday 17th June 2021. David Gray’s headline performance at Nocturne Live 2021 has been rescheduled to Thursday 17th June 2021. We hope you can make the rescheduled date; existing ticket holders will shortly receive an email from their ticket
An open call for Art from the Heart: Maggie’s Oxford charity exhibition
The virtual charity exhibition will feature work by artists living and working in the UK and aims to raise money for Maggie’s Oxford while also supporting artists.
Nocturne Live 2021 – UB40 feat. Ali & Astro plus Jimmy Cliff & Aswad rescheduled date announced
UB40 feat. Ali & Astro’s performance at Nocturne Live will now take place on Sunday 20 June. Special guests Jimmy Cliff & Aswad will also perform on the rescheduled date.
Nocturne Live 2021 – Simple Minds and Deacon Blue Rescheduled date announced
Simple Minds performance at Nocturne Live will now take place on Friday 18 June 2021, along with special guests, Deacon Blue.
Nicola Green’s Unity exhibition opens to mark Biden’s inauguration
The exhibition at the Zuleika Gallery in Woodstock presents Nicola’s iconic silkscreen prints, and two brand new works titled Unity I & II created in response to the 2020 United States Presidential election.
Owen Mumford chosen as sole supplier for safety pen needles in Wales
Ateria® SafeControl® safety pen needles will now be used in all NHS Wales hospital environments, as well as by community nurses who also have access to the new procurement framework.
New report reveals Blenheim Palace local economic impact in 2019/20
The newly-released report undertaken by Oxford Brookes Business School has shown a sharp rise in the estate’s contribution to the local economy.
The independent bookshops to explore in Oxfordshire
We are incredibly lucky to have a diverse and vibrant range of independent bookshops in Oxfordshire. Here’s a selection for you explore and celebrate this #IndieBookshopWeek.
