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Paul Preece: Cloisters
Paul Preece is an Oxford based photographer and scientist. In this exhibition, Preece presents photographs of a range of gothic cloisters from Portugal, Spain and England.
The North Wall Arts Centre, South Parade, Oxford
Today to Sat 9 Mar
Snowdrop Weekends at Waterperry Gardens
With more than 60 different snowdrop varieties carpeting the ornamental gardens over the season, enjoy these little heralds of spring in a magical setting. Free guided tours at 11am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm
Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry, Nr Wheatley, Oxfordshire
Today, Sun 24 Feb
West Ox Arts presents New Work
A Fresh Contemporary Exhibition by West Oxfordshire Artists
West Ox Arts Gallery, Market Square, Bampton
Today
Sleeping Beauty (but not that one!)
The Village Players present their 33rd Pantomime - "Sleeping Beauty (but not that one)!"
An original script telling the alternative story to "Sleeping Beauty"
"Princess Beauty is a selfish young lady. She uses her limited magical powers to put people to sleep and turn them into furry animals!
Cooper School Performance Hall, Churchill Road, Bicester
Today
Curious About Oxford (Colleges)
Have fun discovering Oxford with two self-guided, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Buy in booklet or instant download format.
Are you curious about Oxford? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather?
Oxford City Centre Starts: Carfax Tower Oxford
Today to Thu 11 Apr
Voice: How Sweetly You Burn
A programme celebrating women in music as composers, poets and performers from Hildegard of Bingen to the fresh wit of young female composers.
The North Wall Arts Centre, South Parade, Oxford
Today
Cricket in Bampton by Anna Pitt
The story of cricket in Bampton from our earliest records back in the 19th Century through to the present day. The exhibitions includes printed memorabilia as well as stories from some of the people who used to play cricket many years ago.
The Vesey Room, Bampton Public Library Building, Church View, Bampton
Today to Thu 28 Feb
Table Top and Jumble Sale
Table Top and Jumble Sale at Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary, Brightwell-cum-Sotwell, Nr. Wallingford OX10 0SW. We are holding another sale this Saturday, the 23rd February. Doors open from 11 am. Lots of interesting stalls but there are still pitches available - book early to avoid disappointment.
Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary, Old Didcot Road, Brightwell-cum-Sotwell, Nr. Wallingford, .
Today
Open Day at Downland Dance
Adults and children try Ballet for FREE. . DOWNLAND DANCE is holding an Open Day.
Aureus School
Candytuft Way
Didcot
Today
Once Upon a Unicorn
Come and visit Fairytale Farm for our enchanting ‘Once upon a Unicorn’ week, when this mythical creature will sprinkle some colourful magic around the Farm.
See the unicorn in a brand new interactive display, and watch this extraordinary creature make our flowers come to life.
Fairytale Farm, Southcombe, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
Today and Sun 24 Feb
Antique & Collectors Market
church hall for small antiques - silver, jewellery, china, glass. Vintage.
Coins a speciality (several dealers) Ancient Greek and Roman, English to modern 50p & £2, tokens, Banknotes, foreign, Medals, Medallions, sets, junk boxes; Artefacts, picture-postcards, second hand books in a separate book-room.
Kidlington Methodist Church, Oxford Road
Today
Pop Art Crafts
Drop in during the holidays and have a go at some of our pop art crafts. Get into the vibe and make a pop art coaster or bedroom door sign. Learn how to make party poppers or create your own comic book story.
Banbury Museum, Spiceball Park, Banbury
Today and Sun 24 Feb
Carterton Open Art Exhibition
Do you want a lovely relaxing hour or so? Then why not come along to the Eighth Carterton Lions Art Exhibition. A wonderful selection of artworks, paintings and sculptures, is in a lovely peaceful setting in the light and airy Carterton Community Centre.
Carterton Community Centre, Marigold Square, Shilton Park
Today and Sun 24 Feb
ABBA tribute night
Abba tribute night with live music from Abba tribute group ABBBA’S angels ( 4 members) plus clubs disco. A fun filled entertaining night. Tickets from club bar or on the door if any still available. Non members are very welcome.
Marlborough club 227 Broadway Didcot
Today
Alphabet ‘I Spy’ in the Gardens
Family fun over half term week. Spy the whole alphabet and win a treat!
Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry, Nr Wheatley, Oxfordshire
Today and Sun 24 Feb
Teddy Bear’s Picnic
If you go down to the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise…..!
Let’s All Dance is back with this delightful treat for young audiences.
Cornerstone Arts Centre 25 Station Road Didcot
Sun 24 Feb 19
Drip
Liam is fifteen and he’s just signed up for Bev Road Baths’ first ever synchronised swimming team. It’s for his best mate Caz really. She needs to get a team together to win the annual Project Prize at school. She tries every year. She always loses. But Liam’s an optimist, he’s determined to help.
The North Wall Arts Centre, South Parade, Oxford
Tue 26 Feb 19
ABC... Story at The Story Museum !
Explore a different story each week. Each session includes a welcome, a story, a stay-and-play time and an activity – messy play, movement or creative play.
Ages 0-3.
Why not stay afterward and enjoy a hot drink in our café?
The Story Museum 42 Pembroke Street Oxford
Tue 26 Feb to Sat 2 Mar, Tue 5 Mar to Fri 8 Mar, Tue 12 Mar to Fri 15 Mar, Tue 19 Mar to Fri 22 Mar, Tue 26 Mar to Fri 29 Mar
Home Educators’ Day at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre
As spring begins to stir come investigate the fascinating world of plants, from the tiny seed to the mighty tree. An event for home educating families.
Sutton Courtenay Environmental Educational Centre
Sutton Courtenay Road Sutton Courtenay
Wed 27 Feb 19
Story Bites at The Story Museum
Come and join us for a storytelling session in the Story Cafe, with picture books, games, props and lots of joining in. We’re sure there’ll be something to wet your appetite!
The session runs from 10.30 – 11.30 and you’re welcome to drop in at any time.
The Story Museum 42 Pembroke Street Oxford
Wed 27 Feb, Thu 28 Feb, Wed 6 Mar, Thu 7 Mar, Wed 13 Mar, Thu 14 Mar, Wed 20 Mar, Thu 21 Mar, Wed 27 Mar, Thu 28 Mar, Wed 3 Apr, Thu 4 Apr, Wed 10 Apr, Thu 11 Apr
DiElle Trio: Acoustic Together
We’re playing a full length gig for our new friends at Banbury Folk, full of sing-a-long songs you know, original tunes and huge vocal harmonies, for the lovely people of Banbury Folk Club!
Banbury Folk Club
The Banbury Cross Pub
Butchers Row
Wed 27 Feb 19
Inspiring People: Anita Anand
Journalist and TV and radio presenter Anita Anand tells us the extraordinary story of Sophia Duleep Singh, a princess turned Suffragette.
Bold and fearless, Sophia was born into Indian royalty but devoted herself to battling injustice and inequality, and, above all, fighting for women’s rights.
The North Wall Arts Centre, South Parade, Oxford
Thu 28 Feb 19
’Once upon a time ..........’ - the changing face of Wallingford
This exhibition is about how we connect with times past by exploring Wallingford’s history and archaeology. Wherever we live, the familiar surroundings of our houses and streets can remind us of the people that came before us, their work and their lives shaping our present and our future.
Wallingford Museum, Flint House, 52 High Street, Wallingford
Fri 1 Mar, Sat 2 Mar, Tue 5 Mar to Sat 9 Mar, Tue 12 Mar to Sat 16 Mar, Tue 19 Mar to Sat 23 Mar, Tue 26 Mar to Sat 30 Mar, Tue 2 Apr to Sat 6 Apr, Tue 9 Apr to Sat 13 Apr, Tue 16 Apr to Sat 20 Apr, Mon 22 Apr to Sat 27 Apr
The Floyd Effect - The Pink Floyd Tribute Show
The Wall Around The Moon tour 2019
Forty years after its release, The Wall (1979) remains a classic of the genre, and the band will be spotlighting this together with a complete, unbroken performance of the iconic Dark Side Of The Moon (1973) – two albums that between them have sold 75 million copies
Music at The Northcourt
Fri 1 Mar 19
Club Rio
Club Rio - Fri 1 March at the Marlborough Club, Didcot, the venue for over 30’s playing dance music from the 70’s, 80’s right through to the present day entry £5 Dress code; smart, casual Tel: 07789428795
Marlborough Club
Fri 1 Mar 19