in oxford magazine may 2011
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Events guide for Oxford and OxfordshireTRANSCRIPT
Arts & Antiques 30
Contents
May In Oxford
In Oxford Restaurant Review 77
Services 82
Theatre
Cinema
Restaurants, Cafés & Nightlife
Attractions
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Shopping 32
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Oxford City Map 38
Accommodation 60
Big Draw / Sox 43
Events 10
Music 26
Kids 49
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Welcome to May in Oxford
We have a packed issue for you this month so you’ve no excuses!
Cotswold Wildlife Park adorn our front cover and provide a great lead review for May. One ofOxfordshire’s finest attractions and a great supporter of In Oxford & Oxfordshire Magazine, makesure you support the Park this year – the annual pass is great value for the family.
We will be stepping up the number of reviews we do in the magazine and start with this issue.We feature Didcot Railway for a fun day out with the kids, Legoland for those looking to venturefurther afield and have a focus on North Oxford Tennis Club for those looking to brush up on theirtennis skills.
Also featured are Henley Festival with a great line up for this year’s event in July, Eckersley SchoolOxford, Rigoletto and The Perch. The Duke of Cambridge is 30 this year and features in themagazine alongside Electric Hair, Oxford’s newest salon, and by all accounts for those luckyenough to have hair to style, it’s fantastic!
Our Big Draw continues with some wonderful new prizes and loads of new SOX vouchers to buyin our new Big Draw and SOX section.
There’s the usual listings, great adverts and much more!
Have a great May.
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Highlights
Cotswold WildlifePark - Page 6
It is one of Oxfordshire’s major attractions and oneof the most beautiful wildlife parks in the country.There are over 250 species of animals, large andsmall ranging from the colony of leaf-cutting antsin the Invertebrate House to the three WhiteRhinos grazing in front of the Manor House.
LEADHenley Festival Page - 12
Henley Festival is an extraordinary and elegant mixof music, art, culture, dining and location – the mostmagical summer event in the UK. Tom Jones andthe other headline acts, including classicalpop quartet Blake, The Bournemouth SymphonyOrchestra and Alexandra Burke.
EVENTS
Didcot Railway See Page 20
Their unique collection is of Great Western Railwaysteam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings andsmall relics, all based around the original 1930’sengine shed.
ATTRACTIONS
Legoland Page - 50
‘Legoland was clean, tidy, well presented and thestaff were polite and helpful. As you would expect,you had to queue for the bigger more popular rides,but these were certainly worth the wait and gavethe parents a chance to catch our breath!’
KIDS North OxfordTennis Club Page - 54
Ready to pick up your tennis racquet again orstarting from scratch? Do you want your childrento learn? Do you have a potential Wimbledonwinner in your family? Whatever your level or goal,NOLTC can you offer the best tennis facilities andexperience in Oxfordshire.
SPORT
Electric Hair Page - 58
‘The entire Electric experience is a relaxing one,absolutely everything is carefully considered, andanalysed to the nth degree. We anticipate you’ll beleaving a tip!’
HEALTH &BEAUTY
Eckersley Oxford Page - 36
Eckersley Oxford is one of the oldest languageschools in the UK having been founded in 1955 bythe eponymous John Eckersley. The school issituated in a quiet pedestrian street in the heart ofthe city, close to The Ashmolean Museum, theatres,historic pubs and Colleges.
EDUCATION
Rigoletto Page - 78
‘Giorgio has owned Rigoletto for 4½ years and it istruly a family business. He makes almosteverything he can himself but insists on fresh localingredients wherever possible.’
RESTAURANTThe PerchPage - 80
‘Johnny Mignon and his business partner Celine dela Roche have created something very special at ThePerch and when we received our food weunderstood, this Restaurant has to be one of thevery finest in Oxford.’
RESTAURANT
The Duke Page - 74
The Duke of Cambridge has been Oxford's leadingcocktail bar for 30 years! A vivacious and popularcocktail bar hidden but well-placed on Jericho’sLittle Clarendon Street, The Duke was rated as oneof the top 5 cocktail bars in the UK by theGuardian.
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Lead Article
A visit to your local wildlife park just south of Burford, Cotswold Wildlife Park
and Gardens, is a trip to be enjoyed by all members of the family.
It is one of Oxfordshire’s major attractions and one of the most beautiful wildlife parks
in the country. There are over 250 species of animals, large and small ranging from the
colony of leaf-cutting ants in the Invertebrate House to the three White Rhinos grazing
in front of the Manor House. Great favourites with the visitors as they walk around
the beautifully landscaped parkland, include meerkats, giraffes, lions, lemurs and
penguins. Latest residents include a pair of anteaters and three porcupines; latest births
include lemurs and Scimitar Horned Oryx.
Don’t miss the Madagascar enclosure where you walk with lemurs and where there
are some of the world’s rarest animals. The beautiful Sifaka lemurs are the only ones
on view in the country. A talk takes place here daily at 12 noon on the plight of these
animals in the wild and the Park has raised thousands of pounds to be used in their
conservation. It is necessary for “Madagascar” to have restricted opening so visit this
area between 11.30am and 3pm.
There are many signs of spring in the gardens with the bulbs and early flowering shrubs
and trees and very soon there will be wonderful displays of alliums.
Throughout the Park there are many very fine old trees, including a 600 year oak which
gives its name to the Oak Tree Restaurant. During the last couple of years many young
trees have also been planted and late summer should see some glorious reds and
yellows of autumn foliage emerging.
Families enjoy a day out at the Park walking around, riding on the train, having a picnic
or eating in the large self-service restaurant. Children enjoy the farmyard, the adventure
playground, the reptile house and the invertebrate house. There is so much to see.
Facilities are excellent with good access for wheelchairs and buggies.
The Park is also popular for group visits for parties of all ages and for school groups;
special discounted rates apply.
The Park is open daily from 10am, with special events during the summer months. See
www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk for full information or call 01993 823006. It is situated
just 2.5 miles south of the famous Cotswold town of Burford.
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ISIS: Super-MicroscopeThu 12th May: ISIS is one of the world’s most powerful microscopes. Come and hearhow ISIS uses neutrons to analyse the structure of materials, allowing a deeperunderstanding of everything from medicine to technologies for clean energy.Times: 7.30pm Admission: £5/SO Live Friends Free
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The Future of Solar PowerThu 19th May: Science Oxford Live brings you an introduction to the future of solarpower. Find out what scientists are researching in the lab on the newest generationof solar cells, followed by a workshop where you can make your own solar cell in astraw! Not to be missed! In association with The Solar SparkTimes: 7.30pm Admission: £5/SO, Live Friends Free
PechaKucha NightThu 26th May: Devised in Tokyo in February 2003, PechaKucha is an event for youngdesigners to meet, network and show their work in public. 20 images x 20 seconds isa format that makes presentations concise, and keeps things moving at a rapid pace.In Oxford’s PK night come and see some of the rising starts in the local creativeindustries in a fascinating fast paced evening! Times: 8pm (for 8.20pm) Admission:£5/SO Live Friends Free
Fri 13th May: Enjoy the atmosphere and Museum collections at this award-winningevent. Entertainment will include live bands, world music and a chance to explorethe Pitt Rivers by torchlight. This year we will also be hosting a 'Future Shorts'screening of innovative short films from up-and-coming directors. All this and morewill offer a great evening for all your friends and family. Free event entry on a first-come-first-served basis. Film showings for 75mins. at 6.30 & 8pm tickets £3(advance tickets coming soon). Free timed torchlight tickets are available onthe night. An adult must accompany children at all times. Times: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Pitt Rivers MuseumAccess through the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, OxfordOX1 3PW. Tel: 01865 270927. Web: www.prm.ox.ac.uk. Admission: Free.
Pitt Rivers by torchlight
Sat 28th May - Sun 5th June: Come along to Millets Farm for some family fun. Solve our cryptic quiz trail,then enjoy an exciting craft activity. Taking place every day during half-term, from 11am-4pm. Booking notnecessary. £4.50 per child Times: 11am – 4pm Age 3+
Millets Farm CentreKingston Road, Frilford, Nr Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 5HB.Tel: 01865 392200. Web: www.milletsfarmcentre.com.Open: 7 days a week. Free entry and free car parking.
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Legendary Welsh singer Tom Jones opens this year’s unmissable HenleyFestival (6th -10th July). Tickets ranging from £35 – £110 are on sale nowwww.henley-festival.co.uk.
Henley Festival is an extraordinary and elegant mix of music, art, culture, dining andlocation – the most magical summer event in the UK. Tom Jones and the other headlineacts, including classical pop quartet Blake and Tasmin Little on Thursday, JoolsHolland on Friday, ABBA Symphonic with stars of the West End and the BournemouthSymphony Orchestra on Saturday and Rumer and Alexandra Burke in a Double Billon Sunday, will perform on the venue’s unique floating stage on the river, against thebackdrop of the glorious Henley skyline.
The riverside setting provides a unique and exclusive environment for festival goers toexperience magical summer nights. Each evening over twenty acts perform, frominternational stars through to the Festival’s Roving Company of Eccentrica street artists.Art galleries and sculpture lawns are open, while performances from leading jazz, opera,classical, theatre and comedy stars take place. Every night features a spectacularfirework display, while Chinawhite nightclub, new this year, enables revellers to partyinto the night. Music and performances are complemented by Albert and Michel Roux’sRiverside Restaurant, the largest a la carte restaurant in Europe, and seven otherriverside bars and restaurants.
“There’s nothing like the Henley Festival, the beautiful setting and the intimateperformances make it the best summer party you can imagine,” says Tom Jones.
“This is a festival for both the connoisseur and the party-goer. International performerscombine with a jewel box of spectacular acts throughout the five days in a magicallocation on the banks of the Thames,” says Stewart Collins, Artistic Director
Gates open at 6pm, when you’ll rub shoulders with well known faces, fellow cultureseekers and artists, (dress code is elegant, stylish, black tie), sipping champagne, viewingsculpture including iconic Alice in Wonderland by Salvador Dali, live ice sculpting andworks by artists ranging from Peter Blake to John Piper, not to mention dancing intothe wee hours.
All net proceeds from the Henley Festival go directly to its parent charity, the HenleyFestival Trust for their vital work in the community, including providing music therapyfor the brain injured at Headway, and other educational projects such as its own50-strong children’s orchestra.
Henley Festival Box Office: 01491 843404 or book via www.henley-festival.co.uk
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Until Sun 28th Aug: Come and meet a reptile and receive expert advice from thierkeeper. All Bank Holidays and every Sunday between the dates. Weather permitting.Times: 2.00pm - 4.00pm Sundays and bank holidays only.
Cotswold Wildlife ParkBradwell Grove, Burford, OX18 4JWTel: 01993 823006 Web: www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk
Reptile Awareness Days
Until Mon 29th Aug: In the first major archaeological exhibition in the newtemporary exhibition galleries, the Ashmolean Museum will showcase over five hundred treasures made ofgold, silver and bronze, recently found in the royal burial tombs and the palace of Aegae, the ancient capitalof Macedon. www.ashmolean.org
Ashmolean MuseumBeaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PHTel: 01865 278000 Web: www.ashmolean.org
Heracles to Alexander The Great
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Blenheim PalaceWoodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PX. Tel: 0800 849 6500Web: www.blenheimpalace.com. Open: Palace & Gardens Open Daily 10.30am-5.30pm (last admission 4.45pm). Park open daily 9am-4.45pm.
There is something for everyone to enjoy at Blenheim Palace including Jousting on theSouth Lawn over the May Bank Holiday, brand new outdoor cinema bringing threenights of classic film on the South lawn whilst you picnic, and the wonderful summershow ‘Art, Design and a Taste of Summer’ returns 28th – 30th May. The stunningFormal Gardens at Blenheim Palace are just coming into bloom at this time of yearmaking walks in the Park a delight.
Jousting TournamentUntil Mon 2nd May : Gallant Knights and their mighty steeds will meet at BlenheimPalace to battle for glory in a spectacular jousting tournament. The weekend will bepacked with action and entertainment including falconry displays and knights tiltingand battling on foot with the mighty mace
Picnic Film event at Blenheim Palace.Fri 6th, Sat 7th, Sun 8th May : Fantastic outdoor cinema evenings in the Park.Choose from 2001: A Space Odyssey on Friday 6th May, Pulp Fiction on Saturday 7thMay, and Casablanca on Sunday 8th May. Picnics and blankets provided with the film.Separate admission applies. To purchase tickets visit www.picnicfilm.co.uk
“Art, Design and a Taste of Summer”Sat 28th – Mon 30th May: Quality art, design and craft come together with the verybest hand-picked specialty food and drink, to create a summer show not to be missed.Advance tickets available Visit www.livingcrafts.co.uk
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Until 8th May: The Dorchester on Thames Arts Festival has something to offer alltastes and ages, with over 40 events packed into ten days of family friendly fun. Thefestival programme features music, dance, drama, art and book readings, and includeshighlights such a comic art master class, a ceilidh picnic and singing with John Rutter,one of the UK’s foremost choral composers. Venue: Dorchester Abbey andsurrounding venues. Info: www.dorchesterfestival.com
As well as working on a number of exciting projects – includingOxfordshire 2012, The Tree of Light and Oxford’s bid to become World BookCapital in 2014 – Oxford Inspires is continuing its work to promote the manywonderful events, shows, exhibitions and festivals that take place across thecounty. Info: www.oxfordinspires.org
Dorchester Festival
Fri 13th May: Enjoy the atmosphere and Museums collections at this award-winningevent. Entertainment will include live bands, world music and a chance to explorethe Pitt Rivers by torchlight. This year the event will also include a 'Future Shorts One'screening of innovative short films from up-and-coming directors. All this and morewill offer a great evening for all your friends and family. Venue: Pitt Rivers Museumand Oxford University Museum of Natural History Info: www.oum.ox.ac.uk orwww.prm.ox.ac.uk
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Sat 7th – Mon 30th May: During Artweeks 2011, around 1000 Oxfordshire artistsand crafts people will exhibit their work in more than 400 stunning exhibitionsthroughout the county. From group shows in large public spaces to individual artistsin their own homes or studios, Artweeks offers visitors a truly unique opportunity tomeet the artists, talk to them about their work, watch demonstrations and even totry your hand and have a go yourself. Venue: Venues across Oxfordshire. Info:www.artweeks.org
Artweeks 2011
Sun 1st May: May Morning in Oxford is a traditional celebration of the coming ofSpring and brings together Oxford’s communities to enjoy dancing, singing andrevelry from around the city. Celebrations officially start at 6.00am with the choristersof Magdalen College choir singing Hymnus Eucharisticus from the Great Tower.Throughout the course of the morning there will also be a range of events andactivities taking place in cultural venues across the city, as well as Morris Men dancingin Radcliffe Square, Catte Street and Broad Street. Venue: Various across Oxford.Info: www.oxford.gov.uk/maymorning
May Morning
Sun 1st May: A specially commissioned score, created solely for Vienna Festival Balletby Chris Nicholls, with music from some of Rossini’s most famous opera, adds to themagical fantasy world of the ballet Cinderella. Venue: The Mill Arts Centre. Info:www.themillartscentre.co.uk
Vienna Festival Ballet presents Cinderella
Wed 18th May: Grupo Lokito re-connects Latin and Congolese music in an exuberantexplosion of sound. Cuban Rumba was a hot trend in West-African music in the 50s,and the group brings this style back to life with their own fresh take on it. Lokitofeatures ‘world-famous at home’ guitarists Burkina Faso & Limousine, Kinshasa-basedsinger and dancer José Hendrix Ndelo and top salsa pianist Sara McGuinness,fusing all into a new style ‘Lokito’. Venue: Chipping Norton Theatre. Info:www.ocmevents.org
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St Aldates, Oxford, OX1 1BXWeb: www.oxfordtownhall.co.uk
We hold a monthly exhibition in The Gallery Corridor for local artists to exhibit. InMay we have an exhibition by Marelyn Diamond and in June we have “A Brave NewWorld” to celebrate the Oxford Pride GLBTIQ festival.
Oxford Town Hall is a beautiful Grade II* Victorian building located at theheart of the historic city of Oxford where it continues to play a key part in themanagement, social and cultural life of residents and visitors.
Corridor Exhibitions
Sat 28th May: As featured in Vogue, Marie Claire and Stylist Magazine the AffordableVintage Fair comes to Oxford. We have a range of stalls selling vintage fashion, homewares, accessories and much more from all era’s for all vintage enthusiasts andbargain hunters! Tickets on Door, price tbc, Times: 10.30am-4pm Detailswww.vintagefair.co.uk
Judy’s Affordable Vintage Fair
Sat 7th – Mon 23rd May: : As part of the Oxfordshire Visual Arts Festival 'Artweeks'Oxford Ceramics is exhibiting a collection of contemporary work from leading and up-and-coming ceramicists for viewing and sale. Times: 9.30am – 5.30pm
Functional Pots – An exhibition of functional ceramics
Oxford Town Hall hosts regular dance classes and activities each week. With DazzleDance you can learn to dance ballroom and latin in elegant surroundings. Classesevery Tuesday evening starting from 4th Jan 2011 with beginner classes at 7.30pm,improver lessons at 8.30pm and social dancing from 9.30pm. Costs are £8 per personfor a lesson and social dancing and £4 for just social dancing. On a Wednesdayevening from 7.30 - 10.30pm you can join Ceroc and learn a mix of swing, salsa andmodern jive. And on Wednesday afternoons you can waltz with a partner at our bi-weekly Tea Dances. The session last from 2-4.30pm and costs £2.50 which includes tea, cake and dancing.On 18th May you can join a Scottish Highland and Ceilidh Class with Oxford Reels, £5 on door, refreshmentsincluded. Visit www.dazzledance.co.uk, or www.cerocoxford.com for more information.
Dance Activities
Sat 7th May: Woodstock Music Society, Kidlington Amateur Operatic Society andOxford Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Paul Ingram. Soloists: Claire Seaton &Quentin Hayes. Vaughan Williams: A Sea Symphony. Beethoven & Mendelssohn: ACalm Sea and a Prosperous Voyage. Tickets: £15, £12 concessions, £5 full-timestudents, accompanied children under 16 free, Times: 7.30pm
Woodstock Music Society Concert
For full details and listings of events at OxfordTown Hall please visit
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Oxford's oldest new quarter, once home to the infamous Oxford Prison and nowhome to an exciting hub of 8 restaurants, including Malmaison, Café 1071, Prezzo, LaTasca, Pizza Express, Krispy Kreme, The Real China, The Living Room and The Swan andCastle, and the gorgeous Malmaison Boutique Hotel. The Castle also has an exciting visitor attraction'Oxford Castle Unlocked,' where the secrets of the castle have been unlocked, revealing episodes of Violence,Executions, Great Escapes, Betrayal and even Romance. For art lovers there is the O3 Gallery, with a dynamicprogramme of exhibitions all year round.
City Sightseeing Bus ToursOxford Railway Station, Park End Street, OX1 1HS. Tel: 01865 790522.Tours operate all day every day except Christmas/Boxing and Newyears day. Web: www.citysightseeingoxford.com.Our award winning one hour tour takes you on a fascinating journey around both thefamous University colleges and the historic buildings of the city itself. Hop on and offat any of our nineteen bus stops around the town. All buses have live guides or recorded commentary in upto thirteen languages.
Carfax TowerJunction of St Aldates and High Street, Oxford OX1 4AZ. Tel: 01865 792653. Open: 10.00 to 3pm. Admission: £2.20, Children £1.10.
In 1818 St Martin’s church was rebuilt complete with tower. However, the church,apart from its tower, was demolished in 1896. The tower is all that remains today.Two ‘quarter boys’ who hit the bells at every quarter hour adorn the east facade of the church clock.Climb up 99 steps to get a sweeping view of Oxford’s spires.
Cornmarket St., Oxford. Tel: 01865 240940. Web: www.smng.org.uk.Open: 10.30am-5pm (10.30am-4pm in Winter). Admission: Adults:£2.00, Concessionaires: £1.50, Children (under 16): £1.00St Michael at the North Gate is the oldest building in Oxford and is definitely wortha visit! There’s also a treasury of silver and bronze dating back to the 1600s and youcan also see a copy of the church accounts dating back hundreds of years. The tower is the easiest climb inOxford, with good solid stairs including a handrail. From the top of the tower there is a marvellous view ofthe city of Oxford and its famous "dreaming spires".
St Michael at the North Gate
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Cherwell Boathouse - PuntingBardwell Road, Oxford, OX2 6ST (1 mile from the town centre).Tel: 01865 515978. Web: www.cherwellboathouse.co.uk.
Enjoy the quintessential Oxford experience punting on the River Cherwell. With over70 hand built punts, boats and canoes. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon in a beautifultranquil environment on the river.
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Oxford Castle43 Oxford Castle, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1AY.Tel: 01865 20165. www.oxfordcastle.com.
Tourist information Centre15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS.Tel: 01865 252200. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com
The Tourist information Centre staff provide an extensive range of services to helpmake your stay enjoyable and memorable. We offer a wide range of guides, maps,souvenirs and local produce.
Official Guided Walking Tours15-16 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AS. Tel: 01865 252037. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com
The best way to explore Oxford is on foot. We have a wonderful selection of toursfrom University and City Tours to Pottering in Harry Potters Footsteps.
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Uni Church of St. Mary the VirginHigh Street, Oxford OX1 4BJ. Tel: 01865 279111. Web: www.university-church.ox.ac.uk. Open: 9am to 5pm (July and August 9am-6pm). Tower Admission: Adult £3, Children (under 16) £2.50.
St Mary's is situated at the historic heart of the City and University of Oxford.Thought to be the oldest university building in the world, the Tower was built in 1280, and the University’sreference library was added in 1320. It is worth the climb of 124 steps to make it to the top to enjoy fineuninterrupted views in all directions across Oxford and the surrounding countryside.
Home of the Great Western Society and its unique collection of Great WesternRailway steam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings and small relics and a recreation of Brunel's broad gaugerailway. Steamdays: 1/2/28/29/30 May, 1/4/5/11/12/18/19/25/26 June
Didcot, Oxon, OX11 7NJ. Tel: 01235 817200.Web: www.didcotrailwaycentre.org.uk. Admission: £5-£10.Open: Every weekend, daily 28th May - 11th September.
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Buscot Park & The Faringdon CollectionFaringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 8BU Tel: 01367 240932 Information Line) Web:www.buscotpark.com. Open: 1 April - 30 September. House, Gardens & TearoomWed,Thu, Fri and the following weekends in May: 1/2, 14/15, 28/29/30 2.00pm-6.00pm (last admission to House 5.00pm). Gardens only: Mon,Tue, 2.00pm-6.00pm.Admission to House and Grounds: £8.00 Grounds only £5.00 Children half-price
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One of Oxfordshire’s best kept secrets!Family home of Lord Faringdon, who looks after the property on behalf of the National Trust, together withthe family collection of pictures, furniture, ceramics and objets d'art, known as the Faringdon Collection.Includes Burne-Jones's famous series, The legend of the Briar Rose.The enchanting gardens contain thespectacular Water Garden designed by Harold Peto in 1904 for the first Lord Faringdon.
Cotswold Wildlife Park is set in 160 acres of parkland around a Listed Victorian ManorHouse. This is the ideal time of year to see the exotic planting in the Walled Gardenand the beautiful landscaping of the parkland. Visit the walk-through Madagascar exhibit with free-roaming lemurs. A short talk takes place here daily at mid-day on the plight of these animals in theirrapidly declining natural habitat. Please note that this area is only open from 11am-3.30pm.
Burford, Oxford OX18 4JP. Tel: 01993 823006.Web: www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk. Open: Every Day from 10am.
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With lots to see and do, including Farm Shop selling farm produced food, GardenCentre, Restaurants, Farm Zoo, Children’s Play Area, Woodland Walk and lots ofseasonal events. A great day out for ALL the family.
Millets Farm CentreKingston Road, Frilford, Nr Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 5HB.Tel: 01865 392200. Web: www.milletsfarmcentre.com.Open: 7 days a week. Free entry and free car parking.
The Hawk Conservancy Trust is an award winning visitor centre and conservation charity that has for manyyears worked in the fields of conservation, education, rehabilitation and research of birds of prey. Set in 22acres of woodland and wildflower meadow, there are over 150 birds of prey on view, from owls to eagles!Visitors are offered three spectacular flying demonstrations, there are tractor rides, duck racing, ferretracing, a Raptor Passport Trail and each visitor can hold a bird of prey! Ample free parking. Coffee Shop andGift Shop on site. Allow at least four hours for your visit – there is so much to see and do!
The Hawk Conservancy TrustVisitor Centre, Sarson Lane, Weyhill, Andover, Hampshire SP11 8DY.Tel: 01264 773850. Web: www.hawk-conservancy.org.Open: Open: Seven days a week 10am-5.30pm (from 13.02.10).
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It was my Grandson’s third birthday and a special outing was required.
The choices were attractive. Anfield to see Liverpool vs. Arsenal, Cheltenham Racecourseto have a flutter or, er, A Day Out with Thomas at Didcot Railway Centre. Dilemma?No!
Thomas, naturally, was the clear choice.
My guests were to be two experts on the subject of Thomas the Tank Engine andFriends. Oliver, the four year-old and my son Alfie, seven years old. Strangely enough,on the Island of Sodor, Oliver is a 0-4-2 Tank Engine and Alfie is “a really usefulExcavator” whose motto is “More help means more dirt; more dirt means more fun.”Not that different from real life then.
I have visited Didcot Railway Centre many times over the past few years and everyvisit has been interesting and fun. Their unique collection is of Great Western Railwaysteam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings and small relics, all based around the original1930’s engine shed. In addition there is the exciting interactive Science, Learning &Railways Exhibition, a reasonably priced café and a modest gift shop. I love it.
In addition to the Steam days, when the locomotives pull and push coaches up anddown the branch lines which are very exciting for both the children and the grown ups,Thomas occasionally makes an appearance. At such a time, there is an exponentialgrowth in excitement and attendance. This is hardly surprising since, according to thataugust and reliable journal The Sun, over 100 million Thomas books have been soldworldwide putting the Oxford educated Revd. W. Awdry on a par with J.R.R. Tolkein andJ.K.Rowling! Oh, and since you ask, the “W” stands for Wilbert.
Literally hundreds of children were ahead of us, but as usual with the DRC, the day hadbeen meticulously planned by the staff and we had all been allotted a time to arrive.The excitement on the boys faces when they saw the familiar visage of Thomas waspalpable. Somehow in real life this short stumpy tank engine managed to convey thecheekiness that comes across in the books and on screen. To have the opportunity, inaddition to seeing Thomas, to travel in a carriage pulled by him - what on earth couldbe better than this?
In addition to the rides behind ‘Thomas’ and 'Duck' there were lots of otherentertainments for the children including magic shows, Punch & Judy shows, circusworkshops, balloon model makers, colouring competitions and ‘spot the character’competitions. Each child received a souvenir Junior Engineer's certificate signed by SirTopham Hatt himself!
It was all done to perfection. That is, everything in the management’s control. We didhave a couple of inches of “rather cloudy” to contend with and some delays on themain line to Oxford, but everything else was such fun it didn’t matter. The FatController, who was supervising Thomas’s visit, was surprisingly svelte in his adiposityand he was convivial for all. He made me laugh anyway.
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Oxford Playhouse 11 - 12 Beaumont Street Oxford OX1 2LW Box Office: 01865 305305. Web: www.oxfordplayhouse.com
Oxford Playhouse
Wed 11th - Sat 14th May: Buck is a powerful and high-spirited dog, revelling in hissunkissed existence in the Santa Clara Valley. Years of taming have led him to trustman, and stamped out his primal instincts. But when gold rush fever hits California,human greed and cruelty tear Buck's easy life apart. Stolen from his home and thrustinto an underground world, he is sold into a sled-pulling band of dogs hardened bydespair and determination. On the torturous drive North, he begins to forget hissheltered existence and follow the deep-rooted call of the wild. Tickets: £10 / £12/ £15
Call of the Wild
Wed 18th - Sat 21st May: This Lancashire lass invites you to join her at the tea-timetable. Sharing personal experiences, gathered stories and a nice cuppa tea, Faye givesyou an insight into the rituals of too much sugar and even more gravy. Audiences arein touching distance of the performer, drinking distance of a good brew and listeningdistance of Faye's gathered table tales. You listen as if you were a guest at a mate'sdinner party. Tickets: £8
Tea is an Evening Meal
Fri 13th May: Everything is going well for Little Howard; he has his own TV show,best-selling book, has appeared on The Royal Variety Performance and sometimes BigHoward even lets him drive. However all is not as well as it seems...Little Howard hasfound out that the magic pencil that created him could either give his life a thirddimension or destroy him completely! Bursting out of the TV set and onto the stage,this unique family show features sing-a-long songs, innovative 3D animation andhilarious interactive stand-up to keep all ages entertained. Tickets: Adult £8,Children £6
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Wed 4th - Sat 7th May: Set on the Cornish coast, the Pirates of Penzance are a rathertender-hearted band, made up exclusively of orphans, and more like lost boys thanmen who have been on the seas for decades. They are celebrating Frederic's comingof age and subsequent release from his apprenticeship to them. He joined the piratesas a child owing to a mistake made by Ruth, his nursemaid, who misheard his father'sinstructions to apprentice him to a pilot. She has remained with Frederic ever sinceand now harbours a desire to marry him. Tickets: £11 / £12 / £14 / £16
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Creation Theatre 3rd Floor, Cherwell House,1-5 London Place, Oxford, OX4 1BDTel: 01865 761393 Web: www.creationtheatre.co.uk
Fri 13th May – Sat 11th Jun: Condensed, Colourful, Quirky.Join us as we say Happy 400th Birthday to the best selling book ever – the KingJames Bible – in true Creation storytelling style. Tickets: From £7.50 Venue: NewRoad Baptist Church, Bonn Square, Oxford
Tales from King James
Chipping Norton TheatreThe Theatre, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, OX7 5NLTel: 01608 642350 Web: www.chippingnortontheatre.co.uk
Wed 11th May: Queen at 25, political phoenix and famously unmarried, she wasthe most educated woman of her Age – but who was the woman beneath the crown?Using only Elizabeth’s own words, solo performer Rebecca Vaughan explores theQueen’s struggle to reconcile the desires of womanhood with the duties ofsovereignty. Tickets: Adults £12, Concessions £10
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New TheatreNew Theatre Oxford George St, Oxford OX1 2AG. Tel: 08448 471585. Web: www.newtheatreoxford.org.uk.
Me, Marley and IFri 6th May: Against a backdrop of political struggle, a military coup and armedrevolution, a young Ghanaian boy sets out to conquer the world and his pubescentemotions, armed only with an overwhelming passion for Bob Marley and the wisdomof his grandmother. Tickets: £10, £8 concessions, £6 U18, £4 project members
Matt Sage, Duotone & special guestsSat 7th May: Oxford songwriter and founder of the legendary Catweazle Club, MattSage celebrates the release of his new LP Let The Music Out with an all star cast ofassembled guests for an intimate and magical evening at Pegasus. Tickets: Stage £8in advance, £10 on the door; Balcony £6 in advance, £8 on the door
For Colored Girls Sat 18th Jun: Based on Ntozake Shange's play "For Colored Girls Who HaveConsidered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf", the original script featured only sevenwomen known by colours performing a collection of 20 poems. In the movie, eachpoem, delivered by a separate named character, deals with intense issues that havea particular impact on women in a thought-provoking commentary on what it meansto be a female of colour in the world. Tickets: A free event donations welcomeAges: 15+
Tue 7th - Sat 11th Jun: From the evil Emperors to the gruesome gladiators, find outwhy there’s no place like Rome! Experience the terrible tactics of the Roman army anddiscover why rich Romans needed a vomitorium. Hold on tight for a terrifying journeyback into Roman Britain! We all want to meet people from history. The trouble iseveryone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for the return of Horrible Historieslive on stage! Tickets: £15.25 / £19.50
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Fri 17th - Mon 20th Jun: From writing to starring in plays, musicals, theatrical andcomedy productions, to films and sitcoms, Cleese has done it all, and now it’s timefor him to tell you about his jam-packed life. Cleese says: "It is an evening of wellhoned anecdotes, psychoanalytical tit-bits, details of recent surgical procedures, andunprovoked attacks on former colleagues, especially Michael Palin". Tickets: £25.50/ 38.75
An Evening With The Legendary John Cleese
Tue 10th - Sat 14th May: Cinderella is a thrilling and evocative journey throughLondon during the Second World War. Matthew Bourne's interpretation of Prokofiev'shaunting score has, at its heart, a true wartime romance. A chance meeting results ina magical night for Cinderella and her dashing young RAF pilot, together just longenough to fall in love before being parted by the horrors of the Blitz. Tickets: £21.25/ 34.25
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Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, Egrove Park, Oxford OX1 5NY.Tel: 0208 450 1060, 01865 305 305 Web: www.oxfordphil.com. E-mail: [email protected].
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The Genius of Mozart Thu 19th May: Serenade No. 6 in D major, K. 239 ‘Serenata Notturna’, SinfoniaConcertante for Wind in E flat major, K. 297b. BUSONI Divertimento in B flat majorfor Flute and Orchestra, Op. 52, MOZART Symphony No. 41 in C major, K. 551‘Jupiter’.Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet Michael Hasel flute, Andreas Wittmann oboe,Walter Seyfarth clarinet, Fergus McWilliam horn, Marion Reinhard bassoon, MariosPapadopoulos conductor.
The continual development of one of the very greatest composers is revealed in these three works of Mozart.The Serenata Notturna, from his early Salzburg years, turns the mundane into the magical, while thecharmingly urbane Sinfonia Concertante clearly reflects a young man’s experience of cosmopolitan Paris.Oxford Philomusica is delighted to welcome to Oxford the Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet, a permanentensemble of members of the famous orchestra. Sponsored by Dr Michael Peagram, Bletchingdon Park.Venue: Sheldonian Theatre Times: 8pm Tickets: £37 £26 £17.50 £10
Young Artists PlatformThu 19th May: Oxford University AwardBrahms Sonata in G major, Op. 78 (1st mov.) CHARLES-MARIE WIDOR Suite for flute and piano Op. 34movement II, Scherzo Suite for flute and piano Op. 34 movement III, Romance. ROBERT AITKEN Icicle, FRANKMARTIN ‘Ballade’ for flute and piano, Andrew Tyler Flute, Guy Newbury Piano.
This showcase for young talent features twenty year old Andrew Tyler, a second year student at St. Catherine’sCollege. His brilliant and agile playing made him the judges’ clear favourite to win the Young Artists' Platformcompetition. Venue: Sheldonian Theatre Times: 7pm Tickets: Free admission
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Strings and Piano Chamber Music Masterclass with Jo ColeWed 11th May: Jo Cole, Head of Strings at the Royal of Academy of Music, has been an active performingand recording chamber musician since 1984. She is Co-Principal Cello of the City of London Sinfonia and theOrchestra of St Johns and a member of the Academy of St Martins. She has performed in concerts andbroadcasts throughout the world, including the Far East, Colombia and Pakistan. Her recordings of EnglishCello Sonatas and Roberto Gerhard’s chamber works are listed in the Penguin Good CD Guide. Open to thepublic – free admission. Time 1.30 – 4.30pm. Venue: Faculty of Music, St Aldate’s.
Piano Masterclass with Marios PapadopoulosWed 4th May: Marios Papadopoulos has a world-wide performing career as a pianistand conductor and a prolific output as a recording artist. He has directed from thekeyboard a complete cycle of all the Mozart Concertos with Oxford Philomusica andis currently recording the complete Beethoven Piano Sonatas. In 1998 he foundedOxford Philomusica, Orchestra in Residence at the University of Oxford, of which heis Music Director. Open to the public – free admission. Time 1.30 – 4.30pm.Venue: Faculty of Music, St Aldate’s.
Chamber Music Masterclasss with members of the BerlinPhilharmonic Wind QuintetFri 20th May: Michael Hasel flute, Andreas Wittmann oboe, Walter Seyfarth clarinet, Fergus McWilliam horn,Marion Reinhard bassoon. Open to the public – free admission. Time 10am – 12noon. Venue: HolywellMusic Room, Holywell Street.
Conway Scholars RecitalFri 20th May: Each year the Joan Conway Fund awards scholarships in Performance Studies to students ofmusic at Oxford wishing to undertake advanced studies in musical performance, historical performancepractice or the study of musical instruments. Selected recipients of the award take part in this annual recitalat the Holywell Music Room. Open to the public – free admission. Time 1 – 2pm. Venue: Holywell MusicRoom, Holywell Street.
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Thursday 19 MaySheldonian Theatre, 8pmMOZART Symphony No. 41 ‘Jupiter’ ‘Serenata Notturna’, Sinfonia Concertante BUSONI Divertimento in B flat Op. 52
Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet Marios Papadopoulos conductor
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Tue 10th May: Grime MC Devlin first came to the public's attention in 2006 with hisTales from the Crypt mixtape. One of the longlist on last year's BBC Sound of 2010poll, Devlin tells tales of conspiracy theories, politics and Pavarotti over some of thefreshest grime beats. Tickets: £11 Times: 7:00pm See website for further detailsand booking info.
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Tue 10th May: The Secret Sisters present material from their debut album, a guileless,rapturous mixture of roots-ified pop. Tickets: £7.50 Times: 7:00pm, See websitefor further details and booking info.
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Synopsis: From the producers of "Shaun of the Dead" and "Scott Pilgrim vs. theWorld" comes "Attack the Block," a fast funny, frightening action adventure moviethat pits a teen gang against an invasion of savage alien monsters. It turns a Londontower block into a fortress under siege, and a weapon wielding teenage thugs intoheroes. It's inner city versus outer space.
Attack The Block
Synopsis: In the follow-up to the record-breaking hit comedy "The Hangover," Phil,Stu, Alan and Doug travel to exotic Thailand for Stu's wedding. After the unforgettablebachelor party in Las Vegas, Stu is taking no chances and has opted for a safe,subdued pre-wedding brunch. However, things don't always go as planned. Whathappens in Vegas may stay in Vegas, but what happens in Bangkok can't even beimagined.
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BlitzSynopsis: In Blitz, the South East London police squad are down and out: DetectiveSergeant Brant is in hot water for assaulting a police shrink, Chief Inspector Roberts'wife has died in a horrific car accident, and WPC Falls is still figuring out how tonavigate her job as a black female investigator in the notorious unit. When a serialkiller takes his show on the road, things get worse for all three. Nicknamed "TheBlitz" by the rabid London media, the killer is aiming for tabloid immortality by killingcops in different beats around the city.
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger TidesSynopsis: Johnny Depp returns to his iconic role of Captain Jack Sparrow in anaction-packed adventure. Crossing paths with the enigmatic Angelica (PenelopeCruz), he's not sure if it's love-or if she's a ruthless con artist who's using him to findthe fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the "Queen Anne'sRevenge," the ship of the legendary pirate Blackbeard, Jack finds himself on anunexpected adventure in which he doesn't know whom to fear more: Blackbeard orAngelica.
PriestSet in an alternate world ravaged by centuries of war between man and vampires.The story revolves around a legendary Warrior Priest from the last Vampire War whonow lives in obscurity among the other downtrodden human inhabitants in walled-in dystopian cities ruled by the Church. When his niece is abducted by a murderouspack of vampires, Priest breaks his sacred vows to venture out on an obsessive questto find her before they turn her into one of them.
Picnic FilmFri 6th/Sat 7th/Sun 8th May: Come to Blenheim Palace to see 2001: A SpaceOdyssey (Fri 6th May), Pulp Fiction (Sat 7th May), Casablanca (Sun 8th May). Pleasevisit www.picnicfilm.co.uk or contact us on 0844 248 5109
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Watercolour, Acrylic, Photography and Prints of views around the City.Artists displayed include Valerie Petts, Ken Messer, David Langford, John Bastin andmany more. On sale year round, commissions accepted.
106 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 247414.Web: www.oushop.com.
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Art & Antiques
Athol Whitmore‘Peter Pan is Dead’ Solo Exhibitionwww.wisegal.com40/41 South Parade, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7JL. 01865 515123.
Christ Church Picture Gallery
Until 15th May: This exhibition will introduce the leastknown group of Old Master drawings from Christ Church.The twenty-nine drawings on display will offer a glimpse intothe wide range of Neapolitan draughtsmanship, includingworks by Jusepe de Ribera, Salvator Rosa and Luca Giordano.
Neapolitan and Spanish Drawings from the Baroque
Christ Church, Oxford, OX1 1DP (entrance via Oriel Square) Tel: 01865 276172 Web: www.chch.ox.ac.uk/gallery
1 October – 30 AprilMonday to Saturday: 10.30am to 1.00pm & 2pm to 4.30pmSunday: 2pm to 4.30pm
Admission: Adults £3, Concessions £2, U12s Free.Jusepe de Ribera (1590-1652) 'Saint Irene'
Rachel Ducker Wire Sculpture
Rachel specialises in sculptured wire figures concentrating on the expressive &emotional dynamics of human nature. Handcrafted from annealed steel wire,galvanised & black. Coloured enamelled copper wire hair. From 30cm to lifesize. Pricedetermined by size and complexity of the piece. Please call to find out more aboutviewing Rachel’s work.
Tel: 01865 311418. M: 07855 751756. Web: www.rachelducker.co.uk.
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OXFORD’S ANTIQUES & CRAFT CENTREChoose from a wide range of Antiques, Jewellery, Collectables &Books plus original works by local Craftspeople and Artists.Antiques on High, 85 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BG.Tel:01865-251075. Open: Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm,Sundays and Bank Holidays 11am - 5pm.
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Kieran Stiles Art Studios
A range of beginner and advanced courses in painting, printmaking and life drawingwith a professional artist and experienced, qualified teacher. Mid-week and weekendtuition in a friendly atmosphere. Group sessions, all day workshops and individualtutorials. Exhibition space available. All in the inspiring setting of Folly Bridge, Oxford.
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Liscious Interiors
All vintage lovers must check out Liscious interiors on Walton Street. A great chanceto find an eclectic choice of quirky interior pieces. Antique crystal chandeliers, gildedmirrors, deep buttoned sofas and not forgetting a lovely selection of clothes, hatsand shoes from the 1920s to the 1950s.
125 Walton Street, Oxford OX2 6AH. Tel: 01865 552232.Web: www.liscious.co.uk.
Sanders of OxfordRare Prints & MapsSanders of Oxford, situated in the 17th century SalutationInn, has long been a landmark on the High Street. Ourselection of prints and maps, dating from the late 1500's,is extensive and encompasses a wide range of subjects,engravers and prices.
We currently have an extensive collection of Oxford printson display, including general views and material on all ofthe colleges. We also have an updated selection of antiqueJapanese woodblocks, and a comprehensive range ofEnglish county maps.
104 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 242590. E-mail: [email protected]. Web: www.sandersofoxford.com. Open: Mon to Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm.Admission: FREE.
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University of Oxford Shop
The University of Oxford Shop is wholly owned by the University and offers afantastic range of clothing, gifts and stationery for visitors and local residents alike.All of the profits are given back to the University, making a valuable contribution tothe work and teaching of this world-famous establishment.
106 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BW. Tel: 01865 247414.Web: www.oushop.com.
Rowell of Oxford Ltd.
Since 1797. The county’s leading pearl specialist. We also have an extensivecollection of antique and modern silverware and beautiful diamond and mixed gemset jewellery.
12 Turl Street, Oxford OX1 3DQ. Tel: 01865 242187. E-mail: [email protected].
The Hat BoxAvenue 3, The Covered Market, Oxford OX1 3DY. Tel: 01865 200844. Open: Mon to Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 9.30am-5.30pm.
Oxford’s only specialist hat shop, catering to men and women with a range of hatsin colours to match outfits. Carries a wide range of hats and cocktail fascinators bythe best of British designers. A fast tailor-made service is available.
Emma Walker Flowers
Emma Walker works alongside a team of highly creative individuals. Emma'sdistinctive arrangements are refined and luxurious, whether just to say “thank you”or for a lavish soiree. Her design style blends romanticism with modern styles and fabulous colours.Emma Walker Flowers is located in trendy Summertown, North Oxford. The shop is an aromatic andbeautiful haven from the busy city. Order online or browse the in-store arrangements and gifts. Contact usto talk about your wedding or corporate event. We guarantee to make it incredibly special and memorable.
35 South Parade, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7JN. Tel: 01865 558578. Web: www.emmawalkerflowers.co.uk. E-mail: [email protected]
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College of International EducationBocardo House, 24B St Michael’s Street, Oxford OX1 2EB. Tel: 01865 202238. Web: www.cie-oxford.com.
The College of International Education (CIE) is a small college, located in the centreof Oxford, opposite the famous Oxford Union. We offer English Language, Academic,Foundation Year and Pre-Boarding courses. Tuition is in small classes (max 8), given by dedicated andwell-qualified teachers.
High-quality intensive language courses in both general and specialist Englishthroughout the year. Established in 1983, their courses are ideal for those who wish to increase theeffectiveness of their English for work, travel or university entrance.
Eckersley Oxford14 Friars Entry, Oxford OX1 2BZ. Tel: 01865 721268.Web: www.eckersley.co.uk.
Our 4-week intensive Trinity College London CertTESOL is recognised by the BritishCouncil as an initial English language teaching qualification.
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EF International Language CentreOxford, Pullens Lane, Oxford, OX3 0DT Tel: +44 (0)1865 759660
The EF International Language Centre in Oxford offers students from around the worlda newly refurbished, purpose-built learning environ ment. With facilities including alibrary, a cafeteria, a student lounge, a fit ness suite and a quiet study room, this is theperfect place to study English. In addition, we offer expert exam preparation, includingTOEFL, IELTS and Cambridge ESOL as well as a range of other courses to suit all students’ needs.
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Eckersley Oxford is one of the oldest language schools in the UK having beenfounded in 1955 by the eponymous John Eckersley.
Eckersley Oxford is accredited by the British Council, is a member of English UK and hasbeen awarded an A-rating on the UK Border Agency Register of Sponsors.
The school is situated in a quiet pedestrian street in the heart of the city, close to TheAshmolean Museum, theatres, historic pubs and Colleges.
Our courses are designed for ambitious students who want to achieve maximumprogress during their stay with us and then go back to work, university or school feelingmore confident and competent in English.
We will take special care to ensure that you have opportunities to link what you learnin the classroom to the real world outside.
With 11 classrooms, Eckersley Oxford can welcome up to 160 full-time students fromall over the world at any time. Many of the rooms have interactive white-boards,laptops and projectors installed and the 21st Century setting is continued elsewherein the school. There is a brand new digital language laboratory where the students canalso check emails and there is wireless Internet access throughout the school.
The students' room is equipped with TV and games including table tennis, a keyboardand guitar as well as the kitchen where students often prepare meals for the popularinternational lunches! There is also a screen projector for watching films. One theunusual features of the school is the roof garden where students and staff can sit andrelax and there are even classes held outside.
As we know, all work and no play is not much fun so at Eckersley Oxford there is adedicated social programmes organiser who makes sure that students, whether 16 or70, can enjoy their stay in Oxford. Most students will stay with one of Eckersley'sextensive network of host families, but the school also has a student residence withinabout 15 minutes' walk.
The staff at Eckersley Oxford are dedicated to providing a great service in a great cityand celebrating a proud tradition with a very contemporary outlook, embodied in theschool strapline, 'Our Past Building Your Future'.
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e Five Star Macdonald Randolph Hotel stands proud in the heart of Oxford on the doorstep of e Ashmolean
Museum and Oxford University Colleges.
For further information and assistance please contact us on 0844 879 9132 or visit our website at
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Free 7 day trial for 2 people at The Oxfordshire Health & Racquets Club
4 indoor Tennis Courts
3 Squash Courts and 4 Badminton Courts
Heated indoor and outdoor swimming pools and separate baby pool
Relaxing Sauna, steam room and spa
State-of-the-art tness arena with the latest equipment
designated exercise studios and over 60 classes per week
Tranquility Health & Beauty Spa (treatments and products available at additional cost)
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4500 Miles From DelhiWe have 25 x £50 vouchers for only £25 each. Take this opportunity to eat at one of Oxford's nest Indian Restaurants.
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Bourton Mill Health and Leisure ClubDue to the extraordinary success of the Bourton Mill vouchers, we have now got just ve annual memberships (worth £540) a month to sell for just £150. Memberships give you full access to the gym’s facilities and classes at all times. Terms & Conditions:
Please make sure you read: Offer not available to existing or renewing members. Vouchers are not refundable.
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Bourton Mill, Oxford can be contacted on 01865 251261.
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Malmaison BrasserieWe have 100 x £50 Malmaison Brasserie vouchers for only £25 each. Take this opportunity to eat at one of Oxford's trendiest restaurants.Terms & Conditions:
Please make sure you read: Must call to book table in advance upon receipt of your voucher. Must present voucher on arrival.
Cannot be used for times which have not been pre-booked. Applicable any day or time during restaurant hours.
Applicable to food and drink. Vouchers are not refundable and have no cash equivalent.
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Malmasion Brasserie can be contacted on 01865 268400.
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Shanghai 30’sWe have 20 x £50 vouchers for only £25 each. Take this opportunity to eat at one of Oxford's nest Chinese Restaurants.
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Electric HairWe have 10 x £62.50 vouchers for Electric Hair Salon in Oxford for just £25 each. Electric are one of the UKs most exciting and rapidly expanding Hairdressing brands, and we have teamed up with them to oer you a bespoke visit giving you the opportunity to receive a cut and nish.
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Andrea and AchilleWe have 20 x £50 Andrea and Achille vouchers for only £25 each. Experience a unique and relaxing hair cut and colour at Andrea and Achille – Oxfordshire’s leading hair colour specialists in KidlingtonTerms & Conditions:
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Ethos HotelWe have just 10 Sunday evening stays at the ultra chic Ethos Hotel to give away for just £75 – represents a saving of over £50!!!!
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Malmaison HotelWe have just 8 cell rooms to 'cell' every month for just £75 - normal rate £170. While you’re at it, why not buy one of our £50 brasserie vouchers for just £25, and get £220 worth of value for just £100!
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Coee RepublicWe have teamed up with Coee Republic to oer you something special – a £5 voucher every day for 10 days, worth £50 but yours for just £25. Share it with friends or keep it close to your chest
BuildbasePlanning on buying a kitchen or bathroom? Or maybe looking to buy materials to do something special in the home? Why not buy one of our Buildbase vouchers? Worth £100, you pay just £50 for the vouchers to use against your intended purchase.
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6th, 7th and 8th MayPicnic Film at Blenheim Palace
Three nights of classic outdoor cinema.
• 2001: A Space Odyssey on Friday 6th• Pulp Fiction on Saturday 7th • Casablanca on Sunday 8th
Picnics and blankets provided with the film. Separate admission applies.To purchase tickets visit www.picnicfilm.co.uk
May Events atBritain’s Greatest Palace
28th – 30th May“Art, Design and a Taste of Summer”Quality art, design and craft come together with thevery best hand-picked speciality food and drink,to create a summer show not to be missed.
For more information and to purchase ticketsvisit www.blenheimpalace.com
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Stagecoach Theatre Arts OxfordTel: Maya Sprigg 01869 278600.Web: www.stagecoach.co.uk/oxford. Email: [email protected].
Stagecoach is a part time Theatre Arts School providing singing, dance and dramaclasses for children aged 4-18 years with centres in Headington and North Oxford.Students gain experience and training in all aspects of theatre while having a lot offun! Term time classes on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Holiday Workshops announced!Join the Holiday workshops for 2011 during the Spring and Summer holidays - choose from junior showsThe Phantom of the Theatre or Arabian Nights, senior shows Broadway or Bust or Churchill’s Children, orthe advanced course ‘Sweeney Todd’. No experience necessary, but enthusiasm essential! Book soon asplaces are limited!
Science Oxford Live1-5 London Place, St Clements, Oxford OX4 1BD.Tel: 01865 810000. Web: www.scienceoxfordlive.com.
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‘Sponsors of the kids Section’Visit www.inoxford.com for a comprehensive list of Children's activities
Moving MonstersWed 1st Jun: Design your own monster that uses everyday objects like balloons andelastic bands to move. Suitable for 5 + Times: 11am, 2pm, 3.30pm Admission:£5/SO Live Friends Free
The Flight ShowThu 2nd Jun: Have you ever wondered how a plane stays up in the air? How manyhelium balloons would it take to lift a child? Find out the answers to these and otherquestions in this interactive show. Suitable for 8+ Times: 11am, 2pm, 3.30pmAdmission: £5/SO Live Friends Free
Millets Farm CentreKingston Road, Frilford, Nr Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 5HB.Tel: 01865 392200. Web: www.milletsfarmcentre.com.Open: 7 days a week. Free entry and free car parking.
Sat 28th May - Sun 5th June: Come along to Millets Farm for some family fun. Solve our cryptic quiz trail,then enjoy an exciting craft activity. Taking place every day during half-term, from 11am-4pm. Booking notnecessary. £4.50 per child Times: 11am – 4pm Age 3+
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My Trip to Legoland, by Matthew (9 years old – nearly 10)!
“Wow! What a day – my best day ever! Legoland was great fun with lots of differentand exciting things to do. The best bit was getting really wet and the Viking ride wasmy favourite, it was awesome!”
“The pirate ride was scary and brill at the same time and apart from jumping in to theswimming pool on my holidays, I have never been that wet before!
“Had to queue up a long time to get on Laser Raiders, but it was worth the wait. It wasfab! And I really enjoyed learning to drive and getting my Lego license.”
“I would really love to go back again soon as there was too much to fit in to just oneday, but my Dad says I need to be good and then he might take me again.”
“That was the best day of my life and I’m only 9 years old.”
From a parent’s point of view….
“I agree with Matthew it was a fun and exciting family day out with plenty of differentthings to do and see for kids of all ages.
“Legoland was clean, tidy, well presented and the staff were polite and helpful. As youwould expect, you had to queue for the bigger more popular rides, but as Matthewsaid, these were certainly worth the wait and gave the parents a chance to catch ourbreath!
“One day is definitely not long enough, so you need to plan what you want to do andwhen and stick to it rather than jump from queue to queue. It’s a big place, so get thereearly to make sure you can fit in as much as possible!
“Would I take Matthew there again “yes” and would I recommend it, most definitely“yes”!
LEGOLAND Windsor is a theme park dedicated to children aged 3-12 years old. Aninspirational land where the kids are the hero. It's a family attraction like no other -where the fun never stops and imagination knows no bounds.
With over 55 interactive rides, live shows, building workshops, driving schools andattractions, all set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland, LEGOLAND Windsor is a uniquefamily theme park.
Prepare for a soaking on our wet and wild water rides. Follow a pirate trail that'll leaveyou wetter than walking the plank or join a Viking fleet where you'll battle sea monstersand rough waters. Little ones will also love making a splash in the fountains atWaterworks.
Our many interactive rides put you, quite literally, in the driving seat. Sign the wholefamily up for some high energy fun at the Fire Academy or take to the skies with theChopper Squadron. Steer your own course on the Driving School or be captain of yourvessel at the Boating School.
Web: www.legoland.co.uk
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Health, Sport & Leisure
Sport
The Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road, Oxford OX4 4XP.Tel: 01865 337533. Web: www.oufc.co.uk.
Oxford United Football Club
Sat 7th May (A)Oxford United v Shrewsbury 3:00pm
Get Behind The U’s!Save money by booking your tickets before the day of the game.
Our new 4* hotel, now taking bookings.
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The Oxfordshire, Rycote Lane, Milton Common, Thame, Oxon. OX9 2PU
For more information or to make a reservation:
01844 278300 [email protected] theoxfordshire.com
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The Straight Mile, Horton-cum-Studley, Oxon OX33 1BF.
Tel: 01865 351144 Fax: 01865 351166www.studleywoodgolfclub.co.uk
Studley Wood . . . for everything golf
Join Studley Woodthe premier golf club in Oxfordshire
A superb golf course reputed to havesome of the best greens in the countryEnjoy the challenge of our outstanding golf course 365 days a year,with indoor & outdoor covered practice facilities.Studley Wood, a modern golf club with traditional values
NORTH OXFORD GOLF CLUB
Banbury Rd., Oxford, OX2 8EZ Tel: 01865 554924 Web: www.nogc.co.uk
NOGC is a 100 year old, parkland, 18 hole golf course, 10 minutes from theCity Centre on the main bus route. Summer Twilight post 4pm £20 mid-weekand £23 at the weekends. Post 12pm also attracts daily preferential fees.Different membership categories available. We are a modern friendly membersgolf club with a totally refurbished interior, and the best clubhouse views inOxfordshire. We offer visitors and societies a very warm welcome to enjoy ourchallenging members' golf course.
Southfield Golf Club
Superb 18-hole golf cource in the heart of Oxford.Designed by the renowned Harry Colt, and overlooking the dreaming spires, the course is an excellent challenge for golfers of all standards.
The golf club welcomes golfers of all ages, genders and abilities and is currently offering Individual Membership with a first year discount for
new members and NO joining fee.
Special Corporate memberships deals are also available, with packages that can be tailored to suit your company and business needs.
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Bicester Hotel, Golf and SpaOxfordshire, OX26 1TE Tel: 01869 241204 Web: www.bicestercountryclub.co.uk
Bicester Hotel, Golf and Spa sits in 134 acres of stunning countryside with tranquilgardens and an 18 hole golf course, it is the perfect Oxfordshire venue, ideal for leisurebreaks, business and golf. Inside you will discover chic accommodation, a luxury healthclub and spa, a comprehensive range of conference & banqueting facilities, excellent restaurants, a sportsbar showing all major sporting events and our own OFSTED registered crèche.
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Ready to pick up your tennis racquet again or starting from scratch? Do you wantyour children to learn? Do you have a potential Wimbledon winner in yourfamily? Whatever your level or goal, NOLTC can you offer the best tennisfacilities and experience in Oxfordshire.
We have fantastic grass courts and floodlit hard courts that allow members to playtennis the whole year round. We are conveniently placed in North Oxford near to thering road at the Sports ground on Banbury Road. . Our club has 10 grass courts and 9hard courts with floodlights. The clubhouse has recently been completely refurbished,and has excellent changing facilities, including showers, plus an attractive bar/ socialarea which can be hired for private functions. You can book courts online via the clubwebsite.
For children we offer a unique opportunity to get into competitive tennis from earlychildhood with The North Oxford Academy. This has been created to support all agesand levels of tennis for children from 3-16. The emphasis is on playing for fun so yourchildren have the opportunity to learn tennis in a safe and family friendly environment.The programme runs in term-both at the club and in some local schools on an outreachbasis. In school holidays we put on tennis camps. All the coaches are LTA qualifiedincluding CRB checks and first aid. The age of the player and level of the group followthe British Tennis Scheme.There is the flexibility for quick learners to accelerate throughthe levels so that they can progress according to their own ability pace and startcompetitive tennis when they are ready. Junior coaching starts at age 4 and is splitinto 3 stages.
For adults we offer a wide range of coaching opportunities. This is based on abilitiesfrom beginners/rusty raquets through to intermediate and advanced levels andincluding cardio tennis to increase personal fitness.
For the competitive player NOLTC runs probably the biggest range of teams inOxfordshire, including men’s from A to G and women’s from A to E. These all competein the Oxfordshire and national club leagues. To support the teams we have weeklyteam practice nights. On top of this there are also singles ladders and box matches tomake your individual mark.
For the more socially inclined (but not necessarily the less competitive!) we run clubsessions of mixed social tennis on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
Our well- established social programme includes American tournaments on bankholidays throughout the summer, a wine tasting evening and the annual dinner dance.Our website also offers social networking with other members.
So whatever your playing level and whether you want to join as family, couple or as asingle, NOLTC has something for you. Once you have experienced the pleasure ofplaying on our courts we are confident that you won’t want to play anywhere else.
Further details for the North Oxford academy can be found on the academy websitewww.noltc.co.uk. The Club website is www.northoxfordltc.org.uk Membership secretaryis Pat Prosser email: [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you to our club and the best tennis experience inOxfordshire!
546 Banbury Road Oxford OX2 8EQ.Tel: 01865 513560Web: www.northoxfordltc.org.uk
34 St Ebbes Street Oxford OX1 1PU For more information visit www.electric-hair.com
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It is our aim to provide the highest quality of Dental Care in a relaxed and friendlyenvironment, with the most up to date methods and equipment available. The safetyand comfort of our patients is always our primary concern.
Diamond House - Dental Practice199 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7AR. Tel: 01865 559521.Web: www.diamondhouse.co.uk.
1st floor, Above The Globe Newsmarket, 99 St Aldates OX1 1BT.Tel: 01865 249347. Open: Monday to Saturday. Web: www.taobeautyoxford.co.uk
Established in 1968, Tao offers a wide range of beauty treatments includingDermalogica, St Tropez Airport, Jessica Nail Care, Non Surgical face lifts and muchmore.
TAO Beauty Salon
8 Oxford Rd, Kidlington OX5 1AA. Tel: 01865 374772.Web: www.andreaandachille.com. E-mail: [email protected].
The brand new location of Andrea & Achille Salons, located in Kidlington. With thearea’s leading hair colour specialists.
Andrea & Achille
Holiday Inn Oxford, Peartree Roundabout, Woodstock Road, Oxford OX2 8JD.Tel: 01865 888444. Web: www.spirithealthclubs.co.uk.
Spirit Health Club
If you’re looking for a health club with a personal touch then you’ve come to theright place. Our Lifestyle Consultants provide the kind of one-to-one guidance thathas already helped thousands of members achieve their goals – and are ready nowto help you reach yours. From dietary advice that’s calculated to boost your energy and inner health, to aunique personal exercise plan that’s designed to help you look your best, we’re ready to make sure you geteven more out of life.
Based in Oxford & London, Monica Franke offers expertise in osteopathy and Pilates.She has wide experience in diagnosing and treating sports injuries, back and neckpain, knee, ankle, shoulder and other joint problems. Monica enjoys showing peoplehow and why osteopathy & Pilates can help them with musculoskeletal aches and pains or poor sporting performance. Now also practicing from Grosvenor Gardens, Victoria, London.
Monica Franke Osteopathy & PilatesTel: 07970 119721. E-mail: [email protected]: www.monicafranke.com.
The OxfordshireRycote Lane, Milton Common, Thame, Oxon. OX9 2PU. Tel: 01844 278300 Web: theoxfordshire.com
The Oxfordshire’s new health and fitness spa provides members and hotel guestswith the latest treatments, equipment, facilities and personalised trainingprogrammes available. All the facilities are available free to hotel guests and members, which consist of a15m swimming pool, sauna, spa pool, steam room combined with a state-of-the-art Life Fitness suite andstudio. . After a successful day’s business or pleasure what better way to relax and un-wind than with a visitto The Oxfordshire’s new spa, Tempus.
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Beauty Review
Has St Ebbes ever looked this cool? Another notch on their already successfulsalon portfolio, a beautiful Electric Hairdressing boutique has taken root at no. 34St Ebbes Street, Oxford… and I for one am thrilled that they’re here!
The three story building, located opposite the new entrance to Modern Art Oxford, hasbeen transformed into an airy, contemporary space, with original fixtures revealed, andnew facilities pipes winding through the spaces like industrial caterpillars.
The saying goes that design is in the detail, and this small group of salons claim thatcreativity lies at the core of the Electric brand, looking around inside the salon, or space(this place is more than just a salon), the bespoke workstations and styling chairs, thechocolate accents in the leather and wood, and the restoration of the building’s originalfeatures certainly echo this sentiment.
I was apologetically late to arrive at my appointment, Salon Director, Louise Martinezwelcomed me, and softly but firmly explained that it really is important for them notto rush any stage of the process. We had a consultation, and Louise listened, and shelooked, and she felt, and she enquired. She then waved her wand of technical expertise;she took her time, and she re-visited, and 45 minutes later I stepped onto the streetwith the best hair-cut I have had in Oxford, and feeling genuinely great about everyaspect of my experience.
Previously working at Electric Hairdressing in Reading Louise Martinez is the co-ownerof Electric Hairdressing, Oxford; she explained how she’s been spent the last 18 monthsin Oxford doing her research, visiting other salons, and learning about the city, who’shere, what her potential client base want, and where they go for it. Louise also explainedthat she’s looking to recruit more stylists, but she couldn’t emphasise enough thatshe’s in no rush to do so. The entire Electric experience is a relaxing one, absolutelyeverything is carefully considered, and analysed to the nth degree. ElectricHairdressing’s own brand of products has recently surpassed the expectations of thedons of quality control testing at Harvey Nichols, where they are now being stocked.
Casting my eyes over the price list at Electric Hairdressing it seems that the servicedoesn’t come cheap, but they say you get what you pay for, and I say that myexperience was worth it, and some, I anticipate you’ll be leaving a tip! ElectricHairdressing is the epitome of Cool (note the capital ‘C’), but in a comfortable, andwelcoming way, and it is clear that everything about Electric has the client in mind.
34 St Ebbes Street, Oxford, OX1 1PUTel: 01865 790 440Web: www.electric-hair.com
Opening Times: Monday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Tuesday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Wednesday 9.00am - 8.00pm, Thursday 10.00am - 8.30pm, Friday 9.00am - 6.00pm, Saturday 9.00am - 6.00pm, Sunday Closed
Ethos Hotel59 Western Road, Grandpont, Oxford OX1 4LF. Tel: 01865 245800 Web: www.ethoshotels.co.uk.A new boutique-style hotel is open in the centre of Oxford with beautiful,individually-designed rooms with all the amenities one could ask for. During your stay,you will benefit from travertine marble bathrooms, superking feather-top beds,wetbars, complimentary Wi-Fi and free Sky Movies and Sports. The staff is not only friendly andprofessional, but multilingual as well.
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Macdonald Randolph HotelBeaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN.Tel: 01865 256400. Web: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/randolph.
Oxford's leading hotel - The AA Five star Macdonald Randolph - is situated in theheart of the city opposite the world famous Ashmolean Museum. Built in 1864 andrecently refurbished, the hotel offers each guest the highest level of comfort andservice in a traditional and welcoming environment. The location makes the Macdonald Randolph Hotel anideal base for exploring the historic sights of Oxford or the thriving shopping centre just two minutes walk away.
Botley Road Oxford OX2 0AA. Tel: Office (01865) 243475 Guests: 249756
Fax: 724306 - www.riverhotel.co.uk E-mail: [email protected]
Excellent City location by the River originally an 1870 masterbuilders home, college owned, on the ‘Thames walk’ atOsney Bridge.
20 rooms all with own bathroom, direct dial telephone, teaand coffee tray, teletext colour TV, hairdryer and clock radio.Free WiFi.
Walking distance to City, Colleges and attractions.
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Malmaison OxfordNew Road, Oxford, OX1 1LD. Tel: 01865 268400.Web: www.malmaison.com. Malmaison Oxford is the latest addition to the Malmaison portfolio. Located in theheart of the city centre, the hotel forms the centre of the Oxford Castle site.Previously Her Majesty's Prison, Malmaison offers a unique opportunity toexperience at first hand a valuable piece of British history. The contemporary bar, brasserie and bedroomsare stylish with plenty of character and original features. This time we are taking no prisoners!!.
Conifers Guest House116 The Slade, Headington Oxford OX3 7DXTel: 01865 763055 Web: www.conifersguesthouse.co.uk A 4 star Guest Accomodation located in Headington area of Oxford, Conifers offersen-suite bedrooms with free Wi- Fi internet access, flat screen multichannel TV’s andfree parking.
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Burlington House374 Banbury Road, Summertown, OX2 7PPTel: 01865 513513 Web: www.burlington-house.co.ukThe only 5 star AA rated B&B in Oxford, recently refurbished to a high standard weare a beautiful boutique nestled in the heart of Summertown.
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Boars Hill, Oxford OX1 5BGwww.westwoodhotel.co.uk Tel:01865 735408
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The OxfordshireRycote Lane, Milton Common, Thame, Oxon. OX9 2PU. Tel: 01844 278300 Web: theoxfordshire.com
The Oxfordshire's hotel & Spa offers 50 en-suite contemporary guest rooms, 6flexible conference rooms, accommodating from 4 to 190 guests, the new Sakurarestaurant, luxury Tempus health & fitness spa and an 18-hole championship golfcourse. Located just outside the vibrant historic, university town of Oxford, the hotel is perfectly locatedfor a city break, golf weekend, business or private event and being just off junction 7 of the M40, it iseasily accessible from all major airports and local rail links.
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Oxford Thai Restaurant179 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1UT. Tel: 01865 203763.Web: www.oxfordthairestaurant.com.
Now under new ownership, this gem of Cowley will continue to serve delicious,authentic Thai food. Open for lunch and dinner, with a home delivery service.This relaxing, cheerful restaurant is not to be missed.
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OXY OrientalOzone Leisure Park, Grenoble Rd, Oxford OX4 4XP.Tel: 01865 749888. Take away menu available.
Eat as much as you like for a fixed price with a difference. Fully licensed with a wideselection. Non smoking throughout, free parking and can accommodate up to 200diners. Specialties include Tepanyaki, Brazilian Roast, Sushi and Oriental Buffet.
Shanghai 30’s 82 St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 1RA.Tel: 01865 242230. Web: www.shanghai30s.com.
Situated in this 15th century building, Shanghai 30's cuisine is based on the bothclassic and contemporary dishes of Shanghai and the surrounding areas - Shaoxingand Yangchow, but also includes some of the most popular dishes from Sichuan,Peking and Canton. Our Menu will be changed seasonally to ensure ingredients are always fresh andsuitable for the season and we do not use the MSG to enhance the flavour. Shanghai 30’s is the perfect placefor a romantic meal or a private function.
CockadooNuneham Courtenay Oxfordshire, OX44 9NX. Telephone: 01865 341 030. Web: www.cockadoo.co.uk.
Cockadoo Bar & Restaurant invites you to experience sophisticated fine dining in a luxurious yet relaxing environment. The staff will ensure the highest levels of standardthroughout your experience at Cockadoo. Far Eastern cuisine at its finest, why notvisit soon?
Wagamama8 Market Street, Oxford, OX1 3EFTel: 01865 249 183 Web: www.wagamama.comwagamama is a noodle restaurant inspired by the hustle and bustle of canteen stylejapanese noodle bars, but its menu is an unmistakeable blend of pan-asian flavoursand the freshest seasonal ingredients from closer to home
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Majliss110 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1JE. Tel: 01865 726728.
A new Indian restaurant on Cowley Road, Majliss is run by veteran restauranteurs fromthe Sylhet region of Bangladesh. The decor is stunning and contemporary, and thefood delicious. Lively and great for groups, but perfect for romantic nights out as well.Take advantage of their takeaway service, too.
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www.qumins.co.uk 86 St Clements Street, Oxford, OX4 1AR. Tel: 01865 247093
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RigolettoBicester Road, Middleton Stoney OX25 4TD. Tel: 01869 343216.Web: www.rigolettorestaurant.co.uk.Situated on the Bicester Road close to Middleton Stoney, the restaurant is set inidyllic surroundings with ample car parking. Serving a varied menu of Italian dishesand an excellent selection of wines, Rigoletto is recognised as one of the areas fine restaurants.
Branca111 Walton Street, Oxford OX2 6AJ. Tel: 01865 556111.Web: www.branca-restaurants.com.
Branca opened in late 2000 offering Oxford a contemporary Italian bar andrestaurant. Our 110 seat restaurant will provide you with an honest andstraightforward Italian menu. Our aim is to source quality ingredients and keep itsimple. We tend to be a lively venue, casual in feel but with generous, warm service.
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Al-Andalus10 Little Clarendon Street, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 516688.Web: www.tapasoxford.co.uk.Open: Mon to Thur 12am-3pm & 5pm till late, Fri-Sun 12pm till late.Situated on vibrant, centrally located Little Clarendon Street, Al-Andalus is a stylishand bustling Spanish tapas bar. Independently - owned, it serves delicious, freshly-prepared and authentic Spanish tapas dishes. In addition to the high quality of its cuisine and friendlyservice, Al-Andalus offers a lively and informal atmosphere, further enhanced on Friday and Saturdayevenings by live and exhilarating Sevillanas dance shows. The buzzy ambience of Al-Andalus makes it highlysuitable for party bookings, and its heated outside terrace is the ideal place to spend warm and relaxingspring and summer days and evenings.
Fire & StoneThreeways House 28-38 George Street Oxford OX1 2BJ. Tel: 0844 371 2550. Web: www.fireandstone.com.Fire & Stone Deliciously Different Pizza restaurant brings you a range of freshly madepizzas, pastas and salads with toppings inspired by the continents of the World.Situated on George Street, the stunning restaurant is split over 2 floors with space forlarge parties or smaller more intimate occasions. The restaurant is a favourite with families and a perfectdestination for lunch, dinner or drinks.
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Al Salam6 Park End Street, Oxford, OX1 1HH. Tel: 01865 245710.Open: Daily 12noon-11pm.
Authentic Lebanese food, including organic and Halal. Great for vegans and vegetarians,with many authentic meat and animal-product free dishes. Delicious food, greatatmosphere, one of the favourites in Oxford. Plus, find a belly dancer there most Saturdayevenings.
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The Bear & Ragged Staff28 Appleton Road, Cumnor OX2 9QH. Tel: 01865 862329.
The Inn boasts a beautiful restaurant and 16th century bar restored to its stunningoriginal glory. The dining menu features traditional English country cooking with asmattering of international dishes. The quintessential British love of game seems tobe under-represented in Oxford, so The Bear is putting that right. If you are a lover of pigeon, duck, venison,pheasant or rabbit, look no further, they will be represented on our menus. Year round.
Seafood
Loch Fyne Bar & Grill55 Walton Street, Oxford OX2 6AE. Tel: 01865 292510. Web: www.lochfyne.com. Open: Mon to Fri 12noon-10pm, Sat 9am-10.30pm, Sun 10am-10pm.
There’s a new look and a new menu at Loch Fyne Bar & Grill. The fabulous new menuincludes stunning seafood dishes and an exciting grill selection. The grill menuincludes rib-eye steak, homemade burgers, spatchcock poussin and côte de bœuf. And with a stylishinterior, sociable bar area, party tables and ‘the snug’ for private dining, the new Loch Fyne will suit everyneed and taste.
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The PerchBinsey Lane, Binsey, Oxford, OX2 0NG. Tel: 01865 728891.Web: www.the-perch.co.uk
Follow the footsteps of Alice In Wonderland to The Perch and discover the perfectsurrounding for any celebration.
Asparagus season has already started, we are lucky enough to have the best ones inthe county delivered every day by Medley Manor Farm pick your own...Come and try for yourself...andremember our traditional charcoal barbecue at the week-ends in the most beautiful garden in Oxford!
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Enjoy our authentically cooked, traditional dishes in an informal environment at reasonable prices, theway the French do… Choose from a variety of fixed price menus, which we change with the seasons,focusing on local, fresh produce! We offer a 3 course lunch or early Pre Theatre supper for £9.90 and anevening 3 course Prix Fixe for £19.90! We love parties whether its Christenings,Birthdays,Graduations oreven Retirements,offer an incredible £18.50 menu, and can cater for groups up to 60 ...! Rustic andfriendly, with lots of candles, providing great food, value and service!
9 Little Clarendon St, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 316616.Web: www.pierrevictoire.co.uk. Lunch: Mon to Sat 12pm-2:30pm.Dinner: Mon to Sat 6pm-11pm.We're now open all day on Sundays so why not pop in for a late lunch, or supperwhich we serve til 10pm !!
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Macdonald Randolph HotelBeaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN.Tel: 01865 256410. Web: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/randolph.
The restaurant at the Macdonald Randolph Hotel has recently just won its second AArosette for its cuisine and features contemporary menus in an unrivalled setting withfabulous views of the city. If a more relaxed atmosphere is desired for a quiet drinkthen the Morse Bar provides a peaceful environment in which you can relax and unwind in after a busy day- it was a firm favourite with the cast and crew of Inspector Lewis (the follow on programme fromInspector Morse) which filmed at the hotel in 2005.
Malmaison3 Oxford Castle, Oxford OX1 1AY. Tel: 01865 268400. Web: www.malmaison.comIt has to be the Mal. Here you can sample divinely tasty, beautifully presentedcuisine prepared with incredible local ingredients and served up with genuine passion.Whether you’re looking for the best place to savour business lunches, a quick lighthealthy bite, or dinner. Our brasserie not only offers the most delicious of food, but seductively lit bycandles, it is the perfect atmosphere to wine and dine for both pleasure and business.
Quod Brasserie & Bar92-94 High Street, Oxford OX1 4BN. Tel: 01865 202505. Web: www.quod.co.uk.
On Oxford’s famous High, Quod Brasserie with its terrace and bar forms the hub of The OldBank Hotel. Formerly a banking hall, it was transformed by Jeremy Mogford to becomeOxford’s largest and most successful restaurant. There is a huge outdoor terrace, andparking is not a problem. Open all day for breakfast, the famously good value two course set lunch, afternoon teaand dinner, this stylish, busy, bustling brasserie serves simply designed, unpretentious, robust food.
Modern European lunches. Organic cooked breakfasts. Classicafternoon teas. Evenings by arrangement, all presented in a relaxed and contemporary style. Open Tuesday to Saturday
9am to 6pm, Sunday 10am to 6pm.51 High Street, Oxford OX1 4AS. Tel: 01865 244429.
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The TroutThe Trout Godstow Road, Wolvercote, Oxford, OX2 8PN.Tel: 01865 510 930. Web: www.thetroutoxford.co.uk
The Trout in Lower Wolvercote is genuinely part of the rich tapestry that is Oxford life.With a large terrace looking out onto the river Thames, it is easy to see why The Troutis the pub of dreams; from Lewis Carroll to CS Lewis you can understand why somany people love to sit outside on a summers day with a lovely glass of wine or a chilled beer and watchthe fast moving waters.
Cherwell BoathouseBardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6STTel: 01865 552746 Web: www.cherwellboathouse.co.uk
Beautifully located by the river Cherwell. Fine food and renowned wine list (2010Fine Wine list of the Year) Open lunch and dinner 7 days a week Marquee and terraceavailable for private hire. Week day lunch menu available 2 courses from £13.50. Alfresco dining available.
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Gee’s Restaurant & Bar61 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 6PE. Tel: 01865 553540.Web: www.gees-restaurant.co.uk.Gee's, the Oxford restaurant where locals and visitors meet for lunch, dinner, or drinks,brings together simplicity, generosity and hospitality. We serve traditional British food incomfortable, contemporary surroundings. Gee's is a modern bistro offering diners value formoney, satisfying seasonal food and a great choice of wines by the glass and carafe. Formerly a florist andgreengrocer, this North Oxford restaurant was restored and renovated by owner Jeremy Mogford fifteen years ago.Inspired by its natural light and features he enhanced the building to create a comfortable, contemporaryrestaurant and bar.
The Jersey Bar & Grill Middleton Stoney, Oxfordshire OX25 4AD. Tel: 01869 343234. Web: www.jerseyarms.co.uk.
Enjoys a fine reputation for smart casual dining. Renowned for the quality andvarity of its wines, superb food and service, the restaurant can be reserved for yourexclusive use.
The Bear & Ragged Staff28 Appleton Road, Cumnor OX2 9QH. Tel: 01865 862329.The Inn boasts a beautiful restaurant and 16th century bar restored to its stunningoriginal glory. The dining menu features traditional English country cooking with asmattering of international dishes. We emphasize steak, game, pub favourites androasts. Log fires, real ales, a relaxed atmosphere and a warm hug await you at The Bearand Ragged Staff.
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News Café1 Ship St, Oxford OX1 3DA. Tel: 01865 242317. Open: Until 10pm.
Open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. We serve breakfast from 9ameveryday. Lunches include freshly made soups and pastas. A large variety of Panini'sand bagels. Wonderful smoothies and good coffee.
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The Old Parsonage1 Banbury Road,Oxford, OX2 6NN. Tel: 01865 292305. Web: www.oldparsonage-hotel.co.uk.
Our philosophy at The Parsonage is simple: to serve the very best of British food using thevery best produce to create superb traditional dishes. Our classic British menu includes seasonal food that will appeal to everyone, from roast partridge with bread sauce to scampiand chips with sauce gribiche, smoked haddock with buttered jersey royals and poached eggs and treacle tart. Itis classic British fare prepared with skill and care using the finest ingredients: pure Aberdeen Angus beef, Pol Dorsetlamb and vegetables are all from the owner’s farm in Oxfordshire, and fish and shellfish are flown in from Jerseytwice a week. The Old Parsonage: simple, classic British seasonal food at its best.
The Red LionThe Red Lion 14 Gloucester Street, Oxford, OX1 2BNTel: 01865 726 255 Web: www.redlionoxford.co.uk
Our menu changes with the seasons and is modern British, comfortably interwoven withsome Mediterranean influences. It ranges from traditional favourites such as fish and chipsand steaks to freshly made pizzas and pastas with the chef’s daily specials showcasing thefinest market fresh ingredients. There’s something for everyone and for all occasions too. You don’t have to go forthe full works if you don’t want to, just have a snack and a lovely drink in the bar with your friends. Opening times: Monday to Saturday from 8am, Sunday from 9am. Last food order times: Sunday to Thursday until10pm, Friday and Saturday until 10.30pm.
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Cafe LocoThe Old Palace, 85/87 St Aldates, Oxford OX1 1RA.Tel: 01865 200959. Web: www.goingloco.com.
Just two minutes walk from Carfax Tower is Cafe Loco, with such delights as stunningcoffee, sumptuous Eggs Benedict, Full English, homemade Specials, Scones, Teacakesand Full Afternoon Tea, it’s a wonder you haven’t been!!!!!!! Introducing NEWbusiness lunch delivery service. For details [email protected].
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Duke of Cambridge5-6 Little Clarendon St, Oxford OX1 2HP. Tel: 01865 558173.Web: www.dukebar.com.
The Duke is Oxford’s oldest and most established cocktail bar and has been servingclassic and contemporary cocktails for over twenty five years. At 33ft, The Duke boaststhe longest bar in Oxford, and the mahogany focal point is certainly impressive.
The HouseBlue Boar Street, Oxford OX1 4EE. Tel: 01865 724433.Web: www.housebar.co.uk.The House cocktail bar is Oxford’s secret place for those in the know. Nestled downWheatsheaf Yard, just off High Street, it offers a sanctuary away from the hustle andbustle in what can only be described as an interior which boasts style, sophistication and class. The Games Room is available. Our Games Room is available for Christmas Parties for up to 70 people. [email protected]
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AngelsLittle Clarendon Street, Oxford. OX1 2HS Tel: 01865 544244 Web: www.angelsbar.co.uk
Camera is a new and exciting addition to Oxford's bar and restaurant scene, situatedin the City's vibrant centre. Elegant in design, Camera's bar area is stylish,sophisticated and funky. Our professional bartenders serve classic andcontemporary cocktails using premium spirits and only the freshest ingredients. The fabulous Asian fusionfood can be enjoyed in the light, modern restaurant space or in the bar area where early evening ambientmusic changes to funky house, R&B and retro played by our resident DJs until 2am.
CameraSt Ebbes Street, Oxford, OX1 1PU. Tel: 01865 245551 Web: www.cameraoxford.co.uk
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The Duke of Cambridge has been Oxford's leading cocktail bar for 30 years!
A vivacious and popular cocktail bar hidden but well-placed on Jericho’s LittleClarendon Street, The Duke was rated as one of the top 5 cocktail bars in the UK by theGuardian. After being taken over and refurbished in 1998 by Julian Rosser, it was dulytransformed. It is trendy and sophisticated - the perfect place to sip deliciously uniquecocktails in clean, comfortable and elegant surroundings.
The diverse drinks menu sets high standards as Oxford is notorious for its bars andstudent population. There are, of course, tasty nibbles available to fill the gap after a fewcocktails such as chilli crackers, corn chips with salsa and guacamole and toasted pittabread with humous. But make no mistake, ultimately, the Duke is infamously known forits wonderful assortment of cocktails, as Julian explained.
“The Duke was one of the first cocktail bars in the country, and has maintained thispioneering reputation ever since.
“We’re quite tucked away, but I like that. If we were on the High Street, we would haveto have doormen with bright jackets, but that’s not us. We’re not a venue for peoplelooking to drink as much as they can before going clubbing, that’s not what we’re aboutat all.”
Entering the bar, you can’t help but catch the sparkle from the chandeliers andreflection from the dark walnut floor, and Julian is obviously proud of The Duke. “Wespend an awful lot of time making sure the place is clean, and we don’t cut corners.”
Its superb finish matches the quality cocktails, which, although not cheap, do give greatvalue for money. Only generous measures of premium spirits and the freshestingredients are used, and you won’t find alcho-pops or Red Bull at The Duke. Cocktail-making is fairly understated at The Duke.
“We’re not the kind of bar which will try and wow the customers with a show. Thefinished cocktail is our show, not the making of it. I don’t want to go to a bar and watchthem throw bottles around; I’m there to have a nice drink, presented well in a glass fullof ice.”
For a refreshing cocktail on a sizzling day this summer, the Duke of Cambridge isdefinitely the place to go. The Strawberry Daiquiri and Mojito are the Duke’s best-sellers, and I cannot think of a better cocktail to enjoy on a hot day.
Sunday to Thursday, the renowned Duke happy hour starts at 5pm until 9pm, which onFridays and Saturdays lasts until 7.30pm when they’re open until 1:00am - an hourlater than during the week. They are also open until 1:00am on Thursday.
The House, on Blue Boar Street, is also owned by Julian, and even just one year old,students have really taken to it as it has proved to be equally as popular as the Duke.With a slightly more modern ambience to the cocktail bar there is also a games roomupstairs and a heated terrace open all year.
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It was a lovely Spring morning when Sue and I drove into the grounds of Rigoletto,the Italian Restaurant at Middleton Stoney, near Bicester.
We resisted the tempting offer from Giorgio Delli Compagni Junior to have our pre-lunch drinks in the lovely gardens, but sampled the beautiful Sicilian olives and peanutswith our gin and tonics in the light and bright reception area, and were told to take ourtime in choosing our meal. I very much liked the simple menu, where there was eithera set lunch choice or a la carte.
Sue went for the grilled sardines to start whereas I had the Bresaola with avocado andricotta cheese. Sue felt the sardines were out of this world whilst I found the Bresaolaincredibly tasty and tender. For main courses Sue had the calves liver with zucchini(courgettes in a light batter) and I had the grilled freshwater prawns with garlic andwhite wine. We supplemented this with a tomato and onion salad and sauté potatoes.Giorgio suggested the Sannio Falanghina, Benevento IGT 2008 which was a very fruityand refreshing dry white wine and blended ideally with our food. Sue’s calves liver wasserved very thinly cut and she loved the zucchini, one of her all time favourites, whichyou rarely find nowadays even in Italian Restaurants. My prawns were all I expected,they were served in their shells and were succulent and plentiful. They were servedwith clams and mussels also in their shells.
Giorgio Senior then joined us for coffee and we had a grand chat as to how things hadchanged in the Restaurant world and what an amazing choice of food there was nowavailable to us.
I couldn’t resist my favourite dessert, fresh oranges in Kirsch which was served from adessert trolley full of everything you could wish for.
Giorgio has owned Rigoletto for 4½ years and it is truly a family business. He makesalmost everything he can himself but insists on fresh local ingredients whereverpossible.
The Restaurant can sit 70 people in one sitting but with second sittings (which arefrequently required on Saturday evenings) almost double that number can be cateredfor.
After our Espresso coffees Sue and I went on our way. It won’t be long before we’reback!
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RigolettoBicester RoadMiddleton StoneyBicesterOX25 4TDTel: 01869343216Web: www.rigolettorestaurant.co.ukEmail: [email protected]
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We hadn’t been to The Perch for a very long time, so it was with a very‘unexpectant’ frame of mind that we both entered the restaurant. What instantlystruck us was the warmth of the place, immediately after we entered. There wasa lovely log fire, very cosy armchairs and Chesterfields which all contributed tomaking it a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere.
Johnny Mignon and his business partner Celine de la Roche have created somethingvery special at The Perch and when we received our food we understood, this Restauranthas to be one of the very finest in Oxford.
We were soon given the Menus and it was nice to see everything set out so clearlyand simply with even a separate menu for the children. Interestingly there is asuggestion for each course of a wine that compliments it. I should stress that the Menuwas the Spring one (Notre Menu de Printemps) which is shortly to be replaced with anew Summer Menu.
After we had some delightful Spanish olives and a basket of freshly baked bread and abottle of ice cold still water, we had our starters. Sue chose the Chicken Liver Parfait,which was served with toasted brioche and pickles and I went for the Yellowfin Tunacarpaccio which came with a black olive and caper vinaigrette, together with a softboiled free range egg.
The presentation was absolutely amazing and the tastes and flavours, stunning. Wedidn’t quite stick to the recommendations for wine so we compromised with aLebanese ‘Massaya Rose’, a fresh and full bodied rose made from Syrah and Cinsault. Itwas dry, aromatic and very (too) easy to drink.
Our main courses were then served, Sue had the seared Cornish scallops, in acauliflower puree, with crispy courgettes and a curry oil and apple jelly. I had the filletof cod, with cockles, tarragon and baby spring vegetables.
We both couldn’t have been happier with our food and we went out of our way tocongratulate the chef on a superb meal.
Mind you we hadn’t finished yet as I couldn’t resist the bourbon vanilla crème bruleeand Johnny supplied Sue with a ‘just in case spoon’. Afterwards we strolled in thegardens and wandered down to The Isis where we watched the rowers practicing theirtechnique. I was amazed how large the grounds were and the many seatingarrangements that the staff were preparing for the Summer. There were a couple ofoutside bars and a separate bar-b-que area.
The Perch really is the sum of many parts, principally the high quality of the fine dining,then the comfortable relaxed atmosphere in the welcoming bar area and then thegardens.
I couldn’t think of anything nicer on a hot summers evening than to take all thegrandchildren to the bar b que. Mind you Sue and I might just find ourselves in theRestaurant to sample some more of that delightful food.
Oxford has a really serious restaurant in The Perch. You simply must give it a try.
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Tel: 01865 511773.Oxford’s specialist Dry Cleaners, experts in
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Opening Times: Monday - Friday 6.30am - 10.00pm. Saturday & Sunday 9.00am - 7.00pm. Bank Holidays 10.00am - 6.00pm
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