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SUMMARY:Perfect Show For Rachel
DESCRIPTION:Tickets from £15* \n\nAge\n14+\nDuration\n1hr 15mins\nInterval\nNo\nWarning\nContains strong language. Flashing lights may be used during this performance\nVenue\nOxford Playhouse\nAdditional Information\nPlease see Access information below for details\n\n \n\n Why can’t more theatre be like this? Open\, relaxed\, fun and full of love\nThe Guardian \n\n \nCreated by Zoo Co Theatre. Produced by Zoo Co and Improbable \n  \nMeet the O’Mahony sisters. Flo is an award winning theatre director. Rachel is an enigmatic\, learning-disabled 35 year-old who loves Kylie and seeing people fall over. So they decided to create Rachel’s perfect show: fast paced\, funny\, and different every night. \nExpect physical comedy\, live music\, home movies\, dancing and a lot of Rachel soaking her sister with a watergun in this critically acclaimed\, award winning show. As Rachel creates the show on her own terms every night\, the cast have to be ready for anything – including fart jokes\, becoming singing biscuits\, bar room brawls and being fired on the spot. This is ‘An absolute joy to watch’ (A Youngish Perspective)\n  \n  \n\n \n\n4 Stars \n Bright\, funny\, musical\, silly scenes… try not beaming\nThe Times \n\n \n\n5 Stars \n A joyous celebration of theatre without the rules\nThe Stage \n\n \nPerfect Show explores who defines artistic taste\, and questions who that currently excludes\, winning Zoo Co the Oxford Samuel Beckett Theatre Trust Award in 2022. Created by Zoo Co Theatre\, a multi award-winning company creating theatre that loudly champions access\, co-produced with Improbable\, a pioneering company of improvisers and theatre-makers who have been making ground-breaking work for the past 25 years. \nAccess Information\nAll performances are Relaxed Performances\, though due to the nature of the show\, loud noises and flashing lights may feature. Audience members are welcome to come and go from the auditorium during the show as needed. \nAll performances include a mixture of creative captioning\, live captioning and integrated BSL\, meaning it will be accessible for d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing audiences. Due to the improvised nature of some parts of the show\, some scenes may just have creative captions or integrated BSL. \n\n\nImage gallery
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/perfect-show-for-rachel/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, 11-12 Beaumont St\, Oxford\, OX1 2LW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T200000
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SUMMARY:Jon Boden & The Remnant Kings
DESCRIPTION:Bellowhead frontman Jon Boden’s Waitsian parlour ballads and Napoleonic power-pop\, are performed alongside the band’s sixteen-year back-catalogue of traditional and original songs and tunes. \nBringing together some of the biggest names in English folk music\, it’s no surprise that they deliver a deep understanding of traditional music with musical audacity and theatrical brio. \nFeaturing the enormous talents of Sam Sweeney (Bellowhead)\, Rob Harbron (Leveret)\, Ben Nicholls (Seth Lakeman Band)\, Sally Hawkins (Bellowhead) and the vocals and pedal-steel guitar of cult singer-songwriter M.G. Boulter. \n\n\n\n\nJon Boden & The Remnant Kings\n13 May 2026 – 8:00 pm\nTickets£27 \nLinksJon Boden
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/jon-boden-the-remnant-kings/
LOCATION:North Wall Arts Centre\, S Parade\, Summertown\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
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SUMMARY:Pets & their People
DESCRIPTION:  11 March – 27 September 2026 \n ST Lee Gallery\, Weston Library \n Free admission\, no ticket required \nAbout the exhibition\nWe have been domesticating animals for over ten thousand years. But why do we want tame wolves in our homes or wild cats on our laps? \nThis exhibition explores the relationship between humans and their pets – or pets and their humans. \nPets & their People draws on depictions of pets in stories\, imagery and poetry in the Bodleian’s collection – from one of the earliest recorded depictions of an assistance dog for the blind to a rare copy of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland that has never been displayed in the UK before. The exhibition asks how the special bond between owners and their pets has evolved over time\, and what that evolution tells us about who we really are. \nAre we taming our pets\, or are they bring us back to our wild roots? \nCurators\nCharles Foster\, Fellow of Exeter College and bestselling author of Being a Beast \nAcknowledgements\nPets & their People is made possible with generous support from the John S Cohen Foundation.
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/pets-their-people/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Weston Library\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 3BG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T170000
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SUMMARY:Brokenness and repair exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Venue:\n\nThe Glass Tank\, Oxford Brookes University\n\n\n\nDate(s):\n\nMonday\, 26 January 2026 to Friday\, 6 February 2026\n\n\n\nTiming:\n\n9am – 5pm\n\n\n\nCost:\n\n0\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInspired by the sublime beauty of techniques of visual repair across cultures\, these works invite reflection on brokenness and why it matters. \nIn recent years\, the traditional Japanese technique of repairing broken pottery using lacquer\, often embellished with gold or other precious metals\, known as ‘kintsugi’ has fascinated and inspired not only contemporary artists\, but also pscyhologists\, philosophers\, scientists and archaeologists. But the idea of caring for something that is broken and finding beauty in its imperfection resonates much more widely. Whether we are living with the painful yet precious memories of loss\, or trying to reassemble places of belonging from the remnants of abandoned buildings\, brokenness and repair speak to our fundamental ways of being in the world. \nThrough sculpture\, sound\, images\, and pottery\, this exhibition creates a space of dialogue between Japanese aesthetics of brokenness and repair and those of other cultures. Each piece invites visitors to reflect on the complex\, sometimes challenging beauty of brokenness\, and the care and attention involved in repair. \nThe exhibition includes original works from Rob Simpkins\, Katie Taylor\, Johanna Tulloch\, Dan O’Brien\, Natasha Durie\, Juliet Eccles\, and Rachel Barbaresi\, as well as kintsugi pieces by Iku Nishikawa (Oxford Kintsugi). \nAll are invited to join us to meet the artists and organisers over wine and refreshments. \nThis exhibition and reception was made possible through the generous support of the Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation. \n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\n\nContact Details:\n\n\nhttps://www.brookes.ac.uk/about-brookes/…\nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/brokennes… \ndobrien@brookes.ac.uk
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/brokenness-and-repair-exhibition/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Oxford Brookes University\, Oxford Brookes University\, Headington\, Oxfordshire\, OX3 0BP
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SUMMARY:Recycled Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Venue\, Timing and Cost\n\nVenue:\n\nThame Museum\n\n\n\nDate(s):\n\nSaturday\, 7 February 2026 to Friday\, 20 March 2026\n\n\n\nTiming:\n\nDuring opening hours Wed. Fri. Sat. 10am-4pm; Sun. 1pm-4pm-\n\n\n\nCost:\n\nFree admission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis exhibition has been created by the talented art students of Lord Williams School Thame. Exhibition Gallery Thame Museum \n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\n\nContact Details:\n\n\nYvonne Maxwell\, publicity@thamemuseum.org. \nThame Museum\, 79 High Street Thame\, OX93AE\nwww.thamemuseum.oirg
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/recycled-extravaganza/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Thame Museum\, 79 High Street Thame\, Oxfordshire\, OX93AE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T180000
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SUMMARY:Oxfordshire Artweeks 2026
DESCRIPTION:fordshire West Ox Arts Gallery\, for Artweeks 2026\, showcases a variety of work across the visual arts with the extended exhibition running from Saturday 25 April to Sunday 30 May 2026. \nOur 13 exhibiting artists for this years’ Oxfordshire Artweeks include;\nGil Salway\, Kirstie Grainger\, David Stone\, Judith Harden\,\n​ Daphne O’ Connell\, Sally Middleton\, Janet Lewendon\,\nKeith Appleby\, Jan Fennelly\, Liming Chen\,\nLaura Hounam\, Andy’s Metal & Melanie Phillips \n\nWith first time exhibitors and seasoned pros we look forward to welcoming our artists and visitors alike as we celebrate and showcase art in Oxfordshire.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nLiming Chen\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nLaura Hounam
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/oxfordshire-artweeks-2026/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:West Ox Arts Gallery\, Town Hall\, Market Square\, Bampton\, Oxfordshire\, OX18 2JH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T163000
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SUMMARY:New Work 2026 at the West Ox Arts Gallery in Bampton
DESCRIPTION:Venue\, Timing and Cost\n\nVenue:\n\nWest Ox Arts Gallery\, Bampton.\n\n\n\nDate(s):\n\nSaturday\, 14 February 2026 to Saturday\, 14 March 2026\n\n\n\nTiming:\n\nTues to Sat 11.30 – 4.30\, Sun 2 – 4\, Mondays closed\n\n\n\nCost:\n\nfree\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWest Ox Arts is delighted to present New Work 26\, an exhibition celebrating the breadth and diversity of work created by its members. Taking place from 14 February to 14 March 2026\, the exhibition will be held at the WOA Gallery\, a distinctive and well-established venue in the heart of Bampton\, Oxfordshire.\nVisitors are invited to explore an inspiring range of contemporary art and craft\, including painting\, sculpture\, glass\, jewellery\, textiles\, wood\, and wirework. The exhibition reflects the richness of artistic practice within the West Ox Arts community and offers something to engage every visitor.\nHighlights include:\n* Meet the artists – Learn about their inspirations\, creative processes\, and the stories behind the work.\n* Discover new talent – Find emerging and established artists\, uncover unique pieces\, or simply enjoy the pleasure of artistic exploration.\n* Support local creativity – Your visit helps sustain and encourage the region’s vibrant artistic community.\nArtists interested in exhibiting in our member exhibitions are warmly invited to enquire about West Ox Arts membership. For further information\, please contact:
gallery@westoxarts.com\nWe look forward to welcoming you to the gallery. \nVisitor Information\n* Free entry\n* Opening Times:\n* Tuesday–Saturday: 11:30am – 4:30pm\n* Sunday: 2:00pm – 4:00pm\n* Monday: Closed\n* WOA Gallery\,Market Square. Bampton\, Oxfordshire. OX18 2JH \n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\n\nContact Details:\n\n\nEmail: gallery@westoxarts.com\nWebsite: www.westoxarts.com\nInstagram: @westoxarts\nFacebook: WestOxArts \nTelephone: 01993 850137 \n\n 
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/new-work-2026-at-the-west-ox-arts-gallery-in-bampton/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Ox Arts Gallery\, Bampton\, Market Sq\, OX18 2JH
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T140000
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SUMMARY:THE FORBIDDEN GARDEN OF LENINGRAD BOOK TALK
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the world’s first seed bank survived Leningrad’s siege\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith author Simon Parkin\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThu 14 May 2026\, 2-3pm\n\n\n\n\nAt the Museum and Online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event takes place in-person in the Headley Lecture Theatre and online via Zoom \nTickets are £8 each. \nBooking is essential. Book below \n\nWith Simon Parkin\, author and journalist \nIn this talk\, Simon recounts the story of the people who defended the world’s first seedbank during the siege of Leningrad\, which began in 1941 and lasted for 872 days. \nAs Leningrad starved\, the botanists chose to protect a collection of quarter of a million seeds\, gathered across decades to combat famine\, rather than to plant and consume them to save their own lives and many others. \nTheir sacrifice preserved genetic material that went on to transform Russian agriculture and remains unparalleled in global science. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeft: The cabbage patch in front of St Isaac’s Cathedral\, Leningrad\, in 1942. Right: The seed bank founder\, Nikolai Vavilov\, circa 1933. Photographs courtesy of the VIR (as featured in Simon’s book). \n\n  \nSimon will explore this tale of courage and conviction\, and reflect on its urgent contemporary resonance in an era of climate crisis\, political distortion of science\, and the rise of authoritarianism. \nFind out more about the author here. \nCopies of the book will be on sale at the event. More information to follow. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our Shaped by Nature season of events. \n\nBOOKING\nThis event takes place onsite in the Headley Lecture Theatre or online via Zoom \nTickets are £8 each. Booking is essential
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/the-forbidden-garden-of-leningrad-book-talk/
LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 2PH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T193000
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SUMMARY:The Beating Heart: The Art & Science of Our Most Vital Organ
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin cardiologist and author Professor Robin Choudhury in conversation with Dr Silke Ackermann\, Director of the History of Science Museum to explore the cultural clues in Robin’s recent book\, The Beating Heart: The Art & Science of Our Most Vital Organ.  \nRobin and Silke will uncover the saints\, artists\, lovers\, scholars\, and scientists\, who unwittingly influenced each other in building an understanding of the beating heart. \nAnd they will discuss some of the beautiful heart images revealed in The Beating Heart that illuminate the age-old dance between art\, religion\, philosophy and ‘scientific’ thinking. \nJoin us in our atmospheric Basement Gallery for a stimulating fireside chat. \n6.15pm: Doors open \n6:30pm: Professor Robin Choudhury in conversation with Dr Silke Ackermann \n7.10pm: Q&A
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/the-beating-heart-the-art-science-of-our-most-vital-organ/
LOCATION:History of Science Museum\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T210000
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SUMMARY:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra - Sir John Rutter Birthday celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the birthday of composer and conductor Sir John Rutter\nGrieg Holberg Suite\, Op. 40\nBach Concerto for Oboe and Violin in C minor\, BWV 1060R\nRutter Suite for Strings\nRutter Suite Antique\nDelius Two Aquarelles\nElgar Introduction and Allegro for Strings\, Op. 47 \nSir John Rutter conductor \nJoin the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra for a joyful evening celebrating a significant birthday of one of Britain’s most beloved composers and conductors\, Sir John Rutter. A cherished friend of the Orchestra\, John returns to the podium to lead a programme featuring his celebrated works. \n  \n\n  \nTicket Information \n\nFull price tickets: £18\, £30\, £40\, £54\n£5 tickets for students/under-18s in the Upper Galleries and £5 off any other price band\, 50% off for Disabled/Carer tickets (phone only)\nAge range: 6+\nDoors open at 18:30\nThis concert will be 120 minutes with an interval\nLatecomers to be permitted at an appropriate pause in the music\nFor ticketing queries\, please contact 01865 980980
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/oxford-philharmonic-orchestra-sir-john-rutter-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 3AZ\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T210000
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SUMMARY:Perfect Show For Rachel
DESCRIPTION:Tickets from £15* \n\nAge\n14+\nDuration\n1hr 15mins\nInterval\nNo\nWarning\nContains strong language. Flashing lights may be used during this performance\nVenue\nOxford Playhouse\nAdditional Information\nPlease see Access information below for details\n\n \n\n Why can’t more theatre be like this? Open\, relaxed\, fun and full of love\nThe Guardian \n\n \nCreated by Zoo Co Theatre. Produced by Zoo Co and Improbable \n  \nMeet the O’Mahony sisters. Flo is an award winning theatre director. Rachel is an enigmatic\, learning-disabled 35 year-old who loves Kylie and seeing people fall over. So they decided to create Rachel’s perfect show: fast paced\, funny\, and different every night. \nExpect physical comedy\, live music\, home movies\, dancing and a lot of Rachel soaking her sister with a watergun in this critically acclaimed\, award winning show. As Rachel creates the show on her own terms every night\, the cast have to be ready for anything – including fart jokes\, becoming singing biscuits\, bar room brawls and being fired on the spot. This is ‘An absolute joy to watch’ (A Youngish Perspective)\n  \n  \n\n \n\n4 Stars \n Bright\, funny\, musical\, silly scenes… try not beaming\nThe Times \n\n \n\n5 Stars \n A joyous celebration of theatre without the rules\nThe Stage \n\n \nPerfect Show explores who defines artistic taste\, and questions who that currently excludes\, winning Zoo Co the Oxford Samuel Beckett Theatre Trust Award in 2022. Created by Zoo Co Theatre\, a multi award-winning company creating theatre that loudly champions access\, co-produced with Improbable\, a pioneering company of improvisers and theatre-makers who have been making ground-breaking work for the past 25 years. \nAccess Information\nAll performances are Relaxed Performances\, though due to the nature of the show\, loud noises and flashing lights may feature. Audience members are welcome to come and go from the auditorium during the show as needed. \nAll performances include a mixture of creative captioning\, live captioning and integrated BSL\, meaning it will be accessible for d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing audiences. Due to the improvised nature of some parts of the show\, some scenes may just have creative captions or integrated BSL. \n\n\nImage gallery
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/perfect-show-for-rachel/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, 11-12 Beaumont St\, Oxford\, OX1 2LW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
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SUMMARY:Karaoke
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke at The Cape Of Good Hope\nEVERY Thursday \n  \nEveryone loves a little bit of karaoke! \nSelected £4.50 drinks for all singers \nCOMPLETELY FREE  \n  \nPlease check venue webpage for any changes or cancelations
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/karaoke/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:The Cape Of Good Hope\, Iffley Road\, Oxford\, OX4 1EA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260128T124346Z
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SUMMARY:Choral Compline by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Sung by Candlelight with Keble College Choir – a moment of peace at the heart of the week\,
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/choral-compline-by-candlelight/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Keble College\, Parks Road\, Oxford\, Select a State:\, OX1 3PG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
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SUMMARY:Pets & their People
DESCRIPTION:  11 March – 27 September 2026 \n ST Lee Gallery\, Weston Library \n Free admission\, no ticket required \nAbout the exhibition\nWe have been domesticating animals for over ten thousand years. But why do we want tame wolves in our homes or wild cats on our laps? \nThis exhibition explores the relationship between humans and their pets – or pets and their humans. \nPets & their People draws on depictions of pets in stories\, imagery and poetry in the Bodleian’s collection – from one of the earliest recorded depictions of an assistance dog for the blind to a rare copy of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland that has never been displayed in the UK before. The exhibition asks how the special bond between owners and their pets has evolved over time\, and what that evolution tells us about who we really are. \nAre we taming our pets\, or are they bring us back to our wild roots? \nCurators\nCharles Foster\, Fellow of Exeter College and bestselling author of Being a Beast \nAcknowledgements\nPets & their People is made possible with generous support from the John S Cohen Foundation.
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/pets-their-people/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Weston Library\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 3BG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
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SUMMARY:Oxfordshire Business Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Oxfordshire Business Summit 2026 will see business leaders from across Oxfordshire once again congregate at Blenheim Palace. \n\n\n\n\nB4\, partnering with Blenheim Palace will be hosting the second Oxfordshire Business Summit at Blenheim Palace on 15th May 2026. \nWhy Attend? \nAfter just one year\, the Oxfordshire Business Summit has become a standout date in the calendar for business leaders\, innovators\, and decision-makers who want to make a real difference in the region. Held at the iconic Blenheim Palace\, the Summit brings together great people\, big ideas\, and powerful conversations that can shape the future of business in Oxfordshire and beyond. \n\nYou’ll hear from brilliant speakers like Laura Gilbert and Liz Nicholson\, who share real-world insights and future-thinking ideas you can actually use.\nYou’ll be in great company – with senior leaders\, investors\, policymakers\, and ambitious entrepreneurs all in the room.\nThe setting at Blenheim Palace adds something truly special – a world-class venue for a world-class event.\nEvery session is designed around the challenges that matter most to businesses right now – nothing off the shelf\, nothing generic.\nIt’s a genuine meeting of minds between business\, academia\, and government – all working together with shared purpose.\nThe day includes a mix of formats – panels\, keynotes\, and discussions – to keep things fresh and engaging.\nIt runs like clockwork – the team behind the event make sure everything flows smoothly and professionally from start to finish.\nThoughtful touches like great food\, comfortable spaces\, and branded details make it feel high-quality throughout.\nThe conversations don’t end on the day – outcomes are captured in a follow-up report\, and action continues through roundtables and further events.\nThe value is clear – top-level networking\, a stunning venue\, full-day hospitality\, and meaningful takeaways you can bring straight back into your business.\n\nTicket Sale Dates:\n\nEarly Bird Rate – £400 + VAT On sale throughout August only\nLaunch Rate – £500 + VAT On sale 1st September to 31st December*\nFinal Rate – £650 + VAT On sale from 1st January*\n\n*Subject to availability \nFull agenda will be released in March 2026. \nSee more at www.obs2026.com. \nDress Code: Smart Business Attire Only (please no branded polo or t’shirts)
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/oxfordshire-business-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, OX20 1PX
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260130T155321Z
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SUMMARY:Brokenness and repair exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Venue:\n\nThe Glass Tank\, Oxford Brookes University\n\n\n\nDate(s):\n\nMonday\, 26 January 2026 to Friday\, 6 February 2026\n\n\n\nTiming:\n\n9am – 5pm\n\n\n\nCost:\n\n0\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInspired by the sublime beauty of techniques of visual repair across cultures\, these works invite reflection on brokenness and why it matters. \nIn recent years\, the traditional Japanese technique of repairing broken pottery using lacquer\, often embellished with gold or other precious metals\, known as ‘kintsugi’ has fascinated and inspired not only contemporary artists\, but also pscyhologists\, philosophers\, scientists and archaeologists. But the idea of caring for something that is broken and finding beauty in its imperfection resonates much more widely. Whether we are living with the painful yet precious memories of loss\, or trying to reassemble places of belonging from the remnants of abandoned buildings\, brokenness and repair speak to our fundamental ways of being in the world. \nThrough sculpture\, sound\, images\, and pottery\, this exhibition creates a space of dialogue between Japanese aesthetics of brokenness and repair and those of other cultures. Each piece invites visitors to reflect on the complex\, sometimes challenging beauty of brokenness\, and the care and attention involved in repair. \nThe exhibition includes original works from Rob Simpkins\, Katie Taylor\, Johanna Tulloch\, Dan O’Brien\, Natasha Durie\, Juliet Eccles\, and Rachel Barbaresi\, as well as kintsugi pieces by Iku Nishikawa (Oxford Kintsugi). \nAll are invited to join us to meet the artists and organisers over wine and refreshments. \nThis exhibition and reception was made possible through the generous support of the Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation. \n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\n\nContact Details:\n\n\nhttps://www.brookes.ac.uk/about-brookes/…\nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/brokennes… \ndobrien@brookes.ac.uk
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/brokenness-and-repair-exhibition/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Oxford Brookes University\, Oxford Brookes University\, Headington\, Oxfordshire\, OX3 0BP
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260220T132433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T133234Z
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SUMMARY:Recycled Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Venue\, Timing and Cost\n\nVenue:\n\nThame Museum\n\n\n\nDate(s):\n\nSaturday\, 7 February 2026 to Friday\, 20 March 2026\n\n\n\nTiming:\n\nDuring opening hours Wed. Fri. Sat. 10am-4pm; Sun. 1pm-4pm-\n\n\n\nCost:\n\nFree admission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis exhibition has been created by the talented art students of Lord Williams School Thame. Exhibition Gallery Thame Museum \n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\n\nContact Details:\n\n\nYvonne Maxwell\, publicity@thamemuseum.org. \nThame Museum\, 79 High Street Thame\, OX93AE\nwww.thamemuseum.oirg
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/recycled-extravaganza/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Thame Museum\, 79 High Street Thame\, Oxfordshire\, OX93AE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260304T152939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T152939Z
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SUMMARY:Oxfordshire Artweeks 2026
DESCRIPTION:fordshire West Ox Arts Gallery\, for Artweeks 2026\, showcases a variety of work across the visual arts with the extended exhibition running from Saturday 25 April to Sunday 30 May 2026. \nOur 13 exhibiting artists for this years’ Oxfordshire Artweeks include;\nGil Salway\, Kirstie Grainger\, David Stone\, Judith Harden\,\n​ Daphne O’ Connell\, Sally Middleton\, Janet Lewendon\,\nKeith Appleby\, Jan Fennelly\, Liming Chen\,\nLaura Hounam\, Andy’s Metal & Melanie Phillips \n\nWith first time exhibitors and seasoned pros we look forward to welcoming our artists and visitors alike as we celebrate and showcase art in Oxfordshire.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nLiming Chen\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nLaura Hounam
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/oxfordshire-artweeks-2026/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:West Ox Arts Gallery\, Town Hall\, Market Square\, Bampton\, Oxfordshire\, OX18 2JH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260220T135527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T135558Z
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SUMMARY:New Work 2026 at the West Ox Arts Gallery in Bampton
DESCRIPTION:Venue\, Timing and Cost\n\nVenue:\n\nWest Ox Arts Gallery\, Bampton.\n\n\n\nDate(s):\n\nSaturday\, 14 February 2026 to Saturday\, 14 March 2026\n\n\n\nTiming:\n\nTues to Sat 11.30 – 4.30\, Sun 2 – 4\, Mondays closed\n\n\n\nCost:\n\nfree\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWest Ox Arts is delighted to present New Work 26\, an exhibition celebrating the breadth and diversity of work created by its members. Taking place from 14 February to 14 March 2026\, the exhibition will be held at the WOA Gallery\, a distinctive and well-established venue in the heart of Bampton\, Oxfordshire.\nVisitors are invited to explore an inspiring range of contemporary art and craft\, including painting\, sculpture\, glass\, jewellery\, textiles\, wood\, and wirework. The exhibition reflects the richness of artistic practice within the West Ox Arts community and offers something to engage every visitor.\nHighlights include:\n* Meet the artists – Learn about their inspirations\, creative processes\, and the stories behind the work.\n* Discover new talent – Find emerging and established artists\, uncover unique pieces\, or simply enjoy the pleasure of artistic exploration.\n* Support local creativity – Your visit helps sustain and encourage the region’s vibrant artistic community.\nArtists interested in exhibiting in our member exhibitions are warmly invited to enquire about West Ox Arts membership. For further information\, please contact:
gallery@westoxarts.com\nWe look forward to welcoming you to the gallery. \nVisitor Information\n* Free entry\n* Opening Times:\n* Tuesday–Saturday: 11:30am – 4:30pm\n* Sunday: 2:00pm – 4:00pm\n* Monday: Closed\n* WOA Gallery\,Market Square. Bampton\, Oxfordshire. OX18 2JH \n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\n\nContact Details:\n\n\nEmail: gallery@westoxarts.com\nWebsite: www.westoxarts.com\nInstagram: @westoxarts\nFacebook: WestOxArts \nTelephone: 01993 850137 \n\n 
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/new-work-2026-at-the-west-ox-arts-gallery-in-bampton/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Ox Arts Gallery\, Bampton\, Market Sq\, OX18 2JH
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260304T150212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T150212Z
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SUMMARY:JAPANESE TEA CEREMONY MAY 2026
DESCRIPTION:Fri 15 May 2026\, 1pm & 3pm\n\n\n\n\nAt the Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Dr Clare Pollard\, Curator of Japanese Art \nThis event takes place in-person only\, in Gallery 36\, Japan from 1850 \nAt 1pm OR 3pm. Each session lasts one hour \nTickets are £12. Booking is essential \nTickets coming soon \n\nThis is an opportunity to learn about the art of tea in Japan. Enjoy a bowl of matcha tea and watch a demonstration in the Ashmolean’s Japanese tea house. \nExperience a moment of mindfulness and appreciate a gesture of hospitality while drinking a carefully prepared bowl of tea from a beautiful tea bowl in the calm environment of the tea house. \n \nJapanese tea house at the Ashmolean \n\n\nBOOKING\nTickets are £12 for this onsite gallery event
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/japanese-tea-ceremony-may-2026/2026-05-15/1/
LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 2PH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260308T112846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T112846Z
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SUMMARY:Share this event  Chunky Arm Knitting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Fun for all the family and complete beginners \n\n\n\n\nCome and join us for a fun arm knitting workshop and take home your own mega chunky\, snuggly blanket! \nThis class is suitable for total beginners – no knitting or crafting experience is required. Adrienne from ‘Snuggle & Squish’ will be teaching you how to use your arms as knitting needles and you’ll create your whole blanket before the workshop has ended. \nYour finished blanket will measure approximately 150cm x 80cm. The exact size will vary depending on the tension of your yarn and the size of your stitches. This is what makes every blanket so unique. You will learn how to cast on\, create the stitches\, cast off and how to keep your blanket in tip top condition. \nYou’ll receive your own 2kg ball of vegan friendly “Mammoth” acrylic yarn from the masters of extreme knitting\, Woolly Mahoosive. There are lots of different colours to choose from which can be viewed on the workshop photos. Availability depends on demand when you come to the workshop. \nIt’s best to leave your jewellery and watches at home so they don’t get caught in your yarn and we recommend wearing short sleeves – don’t worry about getting cold\, you’ll be toasty and warm as the blanket grows on your lap. \nIncluded in your workshop: \n\nWorkshop will last approx 2 hrs\n2kg ball of mammoth yarn\nChunky knit blanket to take home on the day – Handmade by you.\nRefreshments and cake can be purchased onsite\n\nPlease follow GOOGLE MAPS to ‘BICESTER CANDLES’ for the best instructions to get to us.
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/share-this-event-chunky-arm-knitting-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Bicester Candles & Crafts\, Station Road\, Bletchingdon\, OX5 3BQ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260304T150212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T150212Z
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SUMMARY:JAPANESE TEA CEREMONY MAY 2026
DESCRIPTION:Fri 15 May 2026\, 1pm & 3pm\n\n\n\n\nAt the Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Dr Clare Pollard\, Curator of Japanese Art \nThis event takes place in-person only\, in Gallery 36\, Japan from 1850 \nAt 1pm OR 3pm. Each session lasts one hour \nTickets are £12. Booking is essential \nTickets coming soon \n\nThis is an opportunity to learn about the art of tea in Japan. Enjoy a bowl of matcha tea and watch a demonstration in the Ashmolean’s Japanese tea house. \nExperience a moment of mindfulness and appreciate a gesture of hospitality while drinking a carefully prepared bowl of tea from a beautiful tea bowl in the calm environment of the tea house. \n \nJapanese tea house at the Ashmolean \n\n\nBOOKING\nTickets are £12 for this onsite gallery event
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/japanese-tea-ceremony-may-2026/2026-05-15/2/
LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 2PH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260129T153208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153208Z
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SUMMARY:Pop Will Eat Itself
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/pop-will-eat-itself/
LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Rd\, Oxford\, Oxon\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260228T165401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T165401Z
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SUMMARY:Perfect Show For Rachel
DESCRIPTION:Tickets from £15* \n\nAge\n14+\nDuration\n1hr 15mins\nInterval\nNo\nWarning\nContains strong language. Flashing lights may be used during this performance\nVenue\nOxford Playhouse\nAdditional Information\nPlease see Access information below for details\n\n \n\n Why can’t more theatre be like this? Open\, relaxed\, fun and full of love\nThe Guardian \n\n \nCreated by Zoo Co Theatre. Produced by Zoo Co and Improbable \n  \nMeet the O’Mahony sisters. Flo is an award winning theatre director. Rachel is an enigmatic\, learning-disabled 35 year-old who loves Kylie and seeing people fall over. So they decided to create Rachel’s perfect show: fast paced\, funny\, and different every night. \nExpect physical comedy\, live music\, home movies\, dancing and a lot of Rachel soaking her sister with a watergun in this critically acclaimed\, award winning show. As Rachel creates the show on her own terms every night\, the cast have to be ready for anything – including fart jokes\, becoming singing biscuits\, bar room brawls and being fired on the spot. This is ‘An absolute joy to watch’ (A Youngish Perspective)\n  \n  \n\n \n\n4 Stars \n Bright\, funny\, musical\, silly scenes… try not beaming\nThe Times \n\n \n\n5 Stars \n A joyous celebration of theatre without the rules\nThe Stage \n\n \nPerfect Show explores who defines artistic taste\, and questions who that currently excludes\, winning Zoo Co the Oxford Samuel Beckett Theatre Trust Award in 2022. Created by Zoo Co Theatre\, a multi award-winning company creating theatre that loudly champions access\, co-produced with Improbable\, a pioneering company of improvisers and theatre-makers who have been making ground-breaking work for the past 25 years. \nAccess Information\nAll performances are Relaxed Performances\, though due to the nature of the show\, loud noises and flashing lights may feature. Audience members are welcome to come and go from the auditorium during the show as needed. \nAll performances include a mixture of creative captioning\, live captioning and integrated BSL\, meaning it will be accessible for d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing audiences. Due to the improvised nature of some parts of the show\, some scenes may just have creative captions or integrated BSL. \n\n\nImage gallery
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/perfect-show-for-rachel/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, 11-12 Beaumont St\, Oxford\, OX1 2LW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260223T113531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T113531Z
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SUMMARY:Pets & their People
DESCRIPTION:  11 March – 27 September 2026 \n ST Lee Gallery\, Weston Library \n Free admission\, no ticket required \nAbout the exhibition\nWe have been domesticating animals for over ten thousand years. But why do we want tame wolves in our homes or wild cats on our laps? \nThis exhibition explores the relationship between humans and their pets – or pets and their humans. \nPets & their People draws on depictions of pets in stories\, imagery and poetry in the Bodleian’s collection – from one of the earliest recorded depictions of an assistance dog for the blind to a rare copy of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland that has never been displayed in the UK before. The exhibition asks how the special bond between owners and their pets has evolved over time\, and what that evolution tells us about who we really are. \nAre we taming our pets\, or are they bring us back to our wild roots? \nCurators\nCharles Foster\, Fellow of Exeter College and bestselling author of Being a Beast \nAcknowledgements\nPets & their People is made possible with generous support from the John S Cohen Foundation.
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/pets-their-people/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Weston Library\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 3BG\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260130T155321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T155321Z
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SUMMARY:Brokenness and repair exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Venue:\n\nThe Glass Tank\, Oxford Brookes University\n\n\n\nDate(s):\n\nMonday\, 26 January 2026 to Friday\, 6 February 2026\n\n\n\nTiming:\n\n9am – 5pm\n\n\n\nCost:\n\n0\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInspired by the sublime beauty of techniques of visual repair across cultures\, these works invite reflection on brokenness and why it matters. \nIn recent years\, the traditional Japanese technique of repairing broken pottery using lacquer\, often embellished with gold or other precious metals\, known as ‘kintsugi’ has fascinated and inspired not only contemporary artists\, but also pscyhologists\, philosophers\, scientists and archaeologists. But the idea of caring for something that is broken and finding beauty in its imperfection resonates much more widely. Whether we are living with the painful yet precious memories of loss\, or trying to reassemble places of belonging from the remnants of abandoned buildings\, brokenness and repair speak to our fundamental ways of being in the world. \nThrough sculpture\, sound\, images\, and pottery\, this exhibition creates a space of dialogue between Japanese aesthetics of brokenness and repair and those of other cultures. Each piece invites visitors to reflect on the complex\, sometimes challenging beauty of brokenness\, and the care and attention involved in repair. \nThe exhibition includes original works from Rob Simpkins\, Katie Taylor\, Johanna Tulloch\, Dan O’Brien\, Natasha Durie\, Juliet Eccles\, and Rachel Barbaresi\, as well as kintsugi pieces by Iku Nishikawa (Oxford Kintsugi). \nAll are invited to join us to meet the artists and organisers over wine and refreshments. \nThis exhibition and reception was made possible through the generous support of the Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation. \n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\n\nContact Details:\n\n\nhttps://www.brookes.ac.uk/about-brookes/…\nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/brokennes… \ndobrien@brookes.ac.uk
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/brokenness-and-repair-exhibition/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Oxford Brookes University\, Oxford Brookes University\, Headington\, Oxfordshire\, OX3 0BP
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260220T132433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T133234Z
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SUMMARY:Recycled Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Venue\, Timing and Cost\n\nVenue:\n\nThame Museum\n\n\n\nDate(s):\n\nSaturday\, 7 February 2026 to Friday\, 20 March 2026\n\n\n\nTiming:\n\nDuring opening hours Wed. Fri. Sat. 10am-4pm; Sun. 1pm-4pm-\n\n\n\nCost:\n\nFree admission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis exhibition has been created by the talented art students of Lord Williams School Thame. Exhibition Gallery Thame Museum \n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\n\nContact Details:\n\n\nYvonne Maxwell\, publicity@thamemuseum.org. \nThame Museum\, 79 High Street Thame\, OX93AE\nwww.thamemuseum.oirg
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/recycled-extravaganza/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Thame Museum\, 79 High Street Thame\, Oxfordshire\, OX93AE\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260210T091650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T091650Z
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SUMMARY:Out of the Deep
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family-friendly specimen handling and explore the underwater world of marine reptiles. Suitable for all ages. \n*Except 27 December.\nPlease note Out of the Deep will not be running on Saturday 7 March and Saturday 4 April. \n\nAccessibility information\n\n\n\n\nWheelchair accessible?\nYes\n\n\nHearing loops?\nNo\n\n\nSeating?\nYes\n\n\nRefreshments?\nNo\n\n\nFlashing lights?\nNo\n\n\nLoud noises?\nNo
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/out-of-the-deep/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Oxford University Museum of Natural History\, Parks Road\, Oxford\, England\, OX1 3PW\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T133104
CREATED:20260304T152939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T152939Z
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SUMMARY:Oxfordshire Artweeks 2026
DESCRIPTION:fordshire West Ox Arts Gallery\, for Artweeks 2026\, showcases a variety of work across the visual arts with the extended exhibition running from Saturday 25 April to Sunday 30 May 2026. \nOur 13 exhibiting artists for this years’ Oxfordshire Artweeks include;\nGil Salway\, Kirstie Grainger\, David Stone\, Judith Harden\,\n​ Daphne O’ Connell\, Sally Middleton\, Janet Lewendon\,\nKeith Appleby\, Jan Fennelly\, Liming Chen\,\nLaura Hounam\, Andy’s Metal & Melanie Phillips \n\nWith first time exhibitors and seasoned pros we look forward to welcoming our artists and visitors alike as we celebrate and showcase art in Oxfordshire.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nLiming Chen\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nLaura Hounam
URL:https://oxfordtouristinformation.com/event/oxfordshire-artweeks-2026/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:West Ox Arts Gallery\, Town Hall\, Market Square\, Bampton\, Oxfordshire\, OX18 2JH\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T163000
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SUMMARY:New Work 2026 at the West Ox Arts Gallery in Bampton
DESCRIPTION:Venue\, Timing and Cost\n\nVenue:\n\nWest Ox Arts Gallery\, Bampton.\n\n\n\nDate(s):\n\nSaturday\, 14 February 2026 to Saturday\, 14 March 2026\n\n\n\nTiming:\n\nTues to Sat 11.30 – 4.30\, Sun 2 – 4\, Mondays closed\n\n\n\nCost:\n\nfree\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWest Ox Arts is delighted to present New Work 26\, an exhibition celebrating the breadth and diversity of work created by its members. Taking place from 14 February to 14 March 2026\, the exhibition will be held at the WOA Gallery\, a distinctive and well-established venue in the heart of Bampton\, Oxfordshire.\nVisitors are invited to explore an inspiring range of contemporary art and craft\, including painting\, sculpture\, glass\, jewellery\, textiles\, wood\, and wirework. The exhibition reflects the richness of artistic practice within the West Ox Arts community and offers something to engage every visitor.\nHighlights include:\n* Meet the artists – Learn about their inspirations\, creative processes\, and the stories behind the work.\n* Discover new talent – Find emerging and established artists\, uncover unique pieces\, or simply enjoy the pleasure of artistic exploration.\n* Support local creativity – Your visit helps sustain and encourage the region’s vibrant artistic community.\nArtists interested in exhibiting in our member exhibitions are warmly invited to enquire about West Ox Arts membership. For further information\, please contact:
gallery@westoxarts.com\nWe look forward to welcoming you to the gallery. \nVisitor Information\n* Free entry\n* Opening Times:\n* Tuesday–Saturday: 11:30am – 4:30pm\n* Sunday: 2:00pm – 4:00pm\n* Monday: Closed\n* WOA Gallery\,Market Square. Bampton\, Oxfordshire. OX18 2JH \n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\n\nContact Details:\n\n\nEmail: gallery@westoxarts.com\nWebsite: www.westoxarts.com\nInstagram: @westoxarts\nFacebook: WestOxArts \nTelephone: 01993 850137 \n\n 
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LOCATION:Ox Arts Gallery\, Bampton\, Market Sq\, OX18 2JH
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