Oxfordshire Events
Past Events In Oxfordshire
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Abingdon Artists Autumn Exhibition
Tue 28 Oct 25
Christ Church Barn, Northcourt Road, Abingdon OX14 1PL
A colourful mix of artworks by enthusiastic local and professional artists. Original artworks and cards for sale...
Westgate Oxford hosts family-friendly activities this half term
Tue 28 Oct 25
Westgate Oxford, Queen Street, Oxford OX1 1PE
Westgate Oxford is hosting free activities to keep the family entertained this October half term, from curious treasure trails and crafting capers to...
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience @ Oxford
Tue 28 Oct 25
Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House, Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford OX4 4DZ
Celebrating 50 years of Fawlty Towers, this ‘fresh comic invention’ (British Comedy Guide) continues to reign supreme as the longest-running and most...
Half Term Art Classes/ Helloween
Mon 27 Oct 25
15 Stockey End OX14 2NF
Over this sessions our young artists (5-12 years old) will explore both sculpture and painting techniques, working with a mix of recycled and...
Lime Close - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 26 Oct 25
Lime Close, Abingdon OX14 4HU
Five acre plantsman's garden with rare trees, shrubs, roses and bulbs. Mixed borders, raised beds, pergola, topiary and shade borders...
Moonrakers
Sat 25 Oct 25
St James the Great church , STONESFIELD, Oxon OX29 8PP
Four-piece Moonrakers (www.moonrakers.net) perform sparkling and unique arrangements of traditional British folk songs and tunes as well as their own...
Conscious Evolution
Sat 25 Oct 25
Braziers Park School OX10 6AN
About this event:
The Conscious Evolution Collage is a collaborative and creative workshop designed to help you understand and address the complex...
Antique & Collectors Market
Sat 25 Oct 25
Kidlington Methodist Church OX5 2BP
2 Halls (33 tables)) of antiques, vintage, and collectables: China, glass, silver, jewellery including art deco, artefacts, books (& book-room),...
All Hallows' Eve Family Activities
Sat 25 Oct 25
Pendon Museum, Long Wittenham OX14 4QD
On the weekend of 25th, 26th and Wednesday 29th of October we'll be running family friendly seasonal activities including a special museum...
Fine Food & Craft Market
Sat 25 Oct 25
Marriotts Walk OX28 6GW
Welcome to our Fine Food & Craft Market! Join us for a day filled with delicious treats and unique handmade crafts...
Scarily Ever After: Fairy Tale Villains
Sat 25 Oct 25
Fairytale Farm, Southcombe, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire OX7 5QH
This half-term, Fairytale Farm invites you to a Halloween adventure that’s magical, mischievous, and made for families.
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Tell Your Story Festival 2025
Sat 25 Oct 25
Castle Quay Shopping Centre, Castle St OX16 5UN
People’s Theatre Collective is thrilled to announce the return of its biannual Tell Your Story Festival – a vibrant, youth-led celebration of...
FREE taster session with the Abingdon Rock Choir
Thu 23 Oct 25
Wootton & Dry Sandford Community Centre, Lamborough Hill, Wootton, Abingdon OX13 6DA
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
Your friendly local Abingdon choir is run by vocal teacher Krisha Kaye...
Halloween at Blenheim Palace
Thu 23 Oct 25
Blenheim Palace, Woodstock OX20 1PX
Join us at Blenheim Palace for a series of thrilling installations and immersive encounters that will delight chill-seekers of all ages and get...
Talking Heads by Alan Bennett
Wed 22 Oct 25
The Mill Arts Centre, Spiceball Park Road, Banbury OX16 5QE
Two classic monologues from Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads:
A Lady Of Letters - Irene Ruddock is not afraid to speak, or rather write, her mind...
Denim Jeans Repair and Decor with Iron on Patches Workshop
Sat 18 Oct 25
Orinoco Scrapstore - Banbury
57-58 High St, Banbury OX16 5JJ
Join Vintage-Patch for a Denim Jeans Repair and Decor with Iron-on Patches Workshop at the Orinoco Scrapstore - Banbury for a fun and creative event...
Bampton Autumn Food & Gift Fair 2025
Sat 18 Oct 25
Bampton Village Hall & The Market Tavern OX18 2JH
Bampton Village Hall & The Market Tavern, Market Square, OX18 2JH
Free entry!
Welcome to the Bampton Autumn Food & Gift Fair!...
Free Salsa lesson Didcot
Wed 15 Oct 25
Candytuft Wy, Didcot OX11 6FF
Didcot Community – Let’s Dance!
We are excited to invite YOU to a FREE Cuban Salsa Lesson happening right here in Didcot!
...
FREE taster session with the Witney Rock Choir
Wed 15 Oct 25
Ceewood Hall, Fettiplace Road, Witney OX28 5AR
If you are wanting to join a choir you'll find a warm welcome with us in the Witney Rock Choir.
The Witney Rock Choir is led by...
Join our choir in Oxford for a FREE taster session
Wed 15 Oct 25
The Swan School, Marston Ferry Road, Oxford OX2 7WP
Are you looking to find a choir?
The Oxford Rock Choir is led by choir leader Krisha Kaye. The choir is for all ages and all the local...
The Virtuoso Cello
Sun 12 Oct 25
St Nicolas Church, 6 Market Place, Abingdon OX14 3HG
3 Cellos - Jane Fenton, Jacqueline Johnson, Kath Sharman - performing works by Bach, Haydn, Elgar, Sarasate, Villa Lobos, with a smattering of...
Brightwell cum Sotwell Apple Day
Sun 12 Oct 25
Recreation Ground, Mackney Lane, Brightwell cum Sotwell OX10 0SQ
Come along and celebrate all things apple at the biggest and best Apple Day in Oxfordshire. You will be amazed at the display of over 50 varieties of...
Children's music course open day
Sun 12 Oct 25
Matrix Arts Centre, 15-17 The Nursery OX14 4UA
Yamaha Music School open day for children aged 2-7 years - come and try a lesson!
High-quality, engaging, structured music lessons for...
Elvis Returns featuring The midnight Rebels
Sat 11 Oct 25
The Players Theatre, 3 Nelson St, Thame OX9 2DP
Elvis Returns featuring The Midnight Rebels is the epitome of the ultimate tribute show dedicated to the one and only King of Rock and Roll, Elvis...
Oxford 10 Day Food & Drink Festival
Fri 10 Oct 25
Broad Street, Oxford, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3AS
The Oxford Food & Drink Festival is set to take over Broad Street this October, bringing 10 full days of food, flavour, and fun to one of the UK’s...
FREE taster session with the Didcot Rock Choir
Thu 9 Oct 25
Didcot Primary Academy, Chestnut Drive, Didcot OX11 6DP
If you are wanting to join a choir you'll find a warm welcome with us in the Didcot Rock Choir.
The local Didcot choir is run by vocal...
Join our choir in Witney for a FREE taster session
Wed 8 Oct 25
Ceewood Hall, Fettiplace Road, Witney OX28 5AR
Are you looking to join a choir?
The local Witney choir is run by Oxfordshire based musician Krisha Kaye...
Banbury care home to host monthly stroke support group
Mon 6 Oct 25
Seccombe Court Care Home, Gardner Way, Banbury OX17 3FW
A care home in Banbury is welcoming people to its support group designed for those whose lives have been affected by a stroke...
Wallingford Dollhouse and Miniature Fair
Sun 5 Oct 25
Benson Parish Hall,
Sunnyside,
Benson,
Wallingford,
Oxfordshire OX10 6LZ
Miniature Fairs would like to announce our
Dollhouse and Miniature Fair at Benson Parish Hall, Sunnyside, Benson, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10...
Alvescot Fun Dog Show
Sun 5 Oct 25
Old Stables Field, Mill Lane, Alvescot OX18 2QJ
Alvescot Fun Dog Show will be be a fun event for all the family, dog lovers and dog owners. Come along and enter a class - we have 10 fun classes,...
Vegan Fiesta
Sat 4 Oct 25
Marriotts Walk, Witney OX28 6GW
With up to 26 unique stalls, this event will showcase a colourful mix of hot food, deli treats, cakes, homeware, skincare, gifts and much more – from...
Illuminated Evenings 2025
Sat 4 Oct 25
Fairytale Farm, Southcombe, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire OX7 5QH
? Illuminated Evenings return to Fairytale Farm! ?
From 4th October – 16th November 2025, join us as dusk falls and the farm is transformed into a...
Traditional Jumble Sale - Brightwell cum Sotwell
Sat 4 Oct 25
Brighwell cum Sotwell Recreation Ground, Mackney Lane OX10 0SQ
Looking for a revamp for your wardrobe this autumn? Looking for some bargains for growing kids? Our traditional Jumble Sale is perfect for pre-loved,...
Madder Valley Railway Special Running Days
Sat 4 Oct 25
Pendon Museum, Long Wittenham, Oxfordshire OX14 4QD
John Ahern's historic model railway will be running on a select few days a year to help preserve this incredible creation...
Foraging Adventure Workshop
Sat 4 Oct 25
The Glade, Heath Farm, Swerford, Chipping Norton, Oxon OX7 4BN
Lizzy Farmer will be hosting a series of Foraging day throughout the seasons here at Heath Farm. Come and learn to identify wild foods on the Heath...
FREE taster session with the Didcot Rock Choir
Thu 2 Oct 25
Didcot Primary Academy, Chestnut Drive, Didcot OX11 6DP
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Didcot Rock Choir...
The Joy of Making: Everyday Materials, Extraordinary Sculpture
Thu 2 Oct 25
Unit 25, Bury Street, Abingdon, (close to Cancer Research) OX14 3QT
In our sculpture classes, we create all sorts of amazing pieces — animals, portraits, puppets and more!...
Yamaha Music School courses for children
Wed 1 Oct 25
Matrix Arts Centre,15-17 The Nursery OX14 4UA
Yamaha Music School open day for children aged 2-7 years
High-quality, engaging, structured music lessons for children
What makes the Yamaha...
Join our choir in Witney for a FREE taster session
Wed 1 Oct 25
Ceewood Hall, Fettiplace Road, Witney OX28 5AR
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
Your friendly local Witney choir is run by singing teacher Krisha Kaye...
Woodland Yoga and Wild Water Swimming
Sun 28 Sep 25
The Glade, Heath Farm, Swerford, Chipping Norton, Oxon OX7 4BN
Come and enjoy a morning of well-being with Sasha Buckman-Barbour in the beautiful grounds of Heath Farm...
West Ox Arts Presents ‘The Power Of Nature’ Exhibition
Sat 27 Sep 25
Market Square OX18 2JH
The West Ox Arts Gallery Presents The Power of Nature Exhibition
Bampton, 21 September - 25 October – The West Ox Arts Gallery is proud to announce...
Harvest-Time Herbals: Entering Autumn with Medicinal Stores for The Da
Sat 27 Sep 25
Braziers Park School OX10 6AN
About the event:
We will spend a weekend drawing in from the land, preparing harvests of the summer season into healing medicines for the cold...
Fine Food & Craft Market
Sat 27 Sep 25
Marriotts Walk, Witney OX28
Indulge your senses in flavours and creativity at our upcoming Fine Food & Craft Market.
Join us for tasty treats, handmade treasures and perfect...
Knitwear Repair and Decor with Iron on Patches Workshop
Sat 27 Sep 25
Orinoco Scrapstore - Banbury
57-58 High St, Banbury OX16 5JJ
Join Vintage-Patch for a Knitwear Repair and Decor with Iron-on Patches Workshop at Orinoco Scrapstore - Banbury for a fun and creative event...
Exhibition Celebration: Our Oxford: 50 Years, 50 Stories
Fri 26 Sep 25
Oxford Town Hall,
St Aldate’s,
Oxford OX1 1BX
Join us at our next museum late event to celebrate the completion of our community co-curated exhibition, Our Oxford: 50 Years, 50 Stories...
Sherlock Holmes - The Sign Of The Four
Fri 26 Sep 25
The Players Theatre, 3 Nelson St, Thame OX9 2DP
Don't Go Into The Cellar Theatre Company return with another intriguing Sherlock Holmes drama. In this original one-man show, Jonathan Goodwin...
Badapple Theatre Company present 'Crumbs'
Fri 26 Sep 25
Ashbury Village Hall, Chapel Lane, Ashbury SN6 8LS
Badapple Theatre return once more with the long-awaited comedy, clowning and live baking sequel to their groundbreaking hit show The Daily...
Curating Spaces | Panel Discussion at Sarah Wiseman Gallery
Thu 25 Sep 25
Sarah Wiseman Gallery
40 - 41 South Parade
Summertown
Oxford OX2 9AZ
We are delighted to announce our forthcoming panel discussion ‘Curating Spaces’, featuring Gallery Director Sarah Wiseman, Interior Designer Nicola...
FREE taster session with the Wantage Rock Choir
Tue 23 Sep 25
Wantage Silver Band, Tugwell Field, Reading Road, Wantage OX12 8FR
If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the Rock Choir...
Chastleton House and Gardens
Sun 21 Sep 25
Chastleton House, Chastleton, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 0SU
Heritage Open Day: Chastleton is a rare gem of a Jacobean house, barely changed over 400 years. Behind its Cotswold stone exterior is an atmospheric...
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Things to do around Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire, with its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cultural scene, offers a plethora of activities for an unforgettable day out. Whether you're a local or a visitor, here are some fantastic options to explore:
1. Blenheim Palace, Woodstock:
- UNESCO-listed Blenheim Palace is a true gem. Not only is it the birthplace of Winston Churchill, but it's also the only non-royal country house in England to be granted the title of palace. Explore its grand stately rooms, wander through the botanic gardens, and venture out into the estate on various walking trails. Don't miss the maze, miniature train, and the enchanting Christmas festivities.
2. Oxford Walking Tour:
- To truly soak in the charm of Oxford, join a guided walking tour. Explore the university's historic colleges, learn about J.R.R. Tolkien's haunts, and discover filming locations from the Harry Potter series. The Visitor Information Centre on Broad Street can help you choose the perfect tour.
3. Christ Church, Oxford:
- Among the University of Oxford colleges, Christ Church stands out. With six Grade I listed buildings, the iconic Tom Tower, and a Gothic cathedral, it's a must-visit. Immerse yourself in centuries of history within its walls.
4. Explore the Cotswolds:
- Oxfordshire is surrounded by picturesque villages in the Cotswolds. Take a leisurely drive through rolling hills, visit charming market towns like Burford and Chipping Norton, and enjoy the quintessential English countryside.
5. Thames Path Walking Trail:
- Follow the Thames Path along the River Thames. Enjoy riverside views, spot wildlife, and take in the serene beauty of the waterway.
6. Oxford Botanic Garden:
- Established in 1621, the Oxford Botanic Garden is the oldest in Britain. Explore its diverse plant collections and relax in the peaceful surroundings.
7. Ashmolean Museum:
- Delve into art, archaeology, and history at the Ashmolean Museum. It houses an impressive collection spanning centuries and civilizations.
8. Punting on the Cherwell or Isis:
- Experience the timeless tradition of punting on the tranquil rivers. Hire a punt and glide along the water, admiring the historic buildings along the banks.
9. Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens:
- Just outside Oxfordshire, this wildlife park is home to a variety of animals. Explore the beautifully landscaped gardens and enjoy close encounters with exotic species.
10. Oxford Covered Market:
- Wander through this historic market, filled with independent shops, cafes, and stalls. Sample local produce and find unique souvenirs.
Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Oxfordshire promises a day filled with history, natural beauty, and cultural delights!
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1. Blenheim Palace, Woodstock:
- UNESCO-listed Blenheim Palace is a true gem. Not only is it the birthplace of Winston Churchill, but it's also the only non-royal country house in England to be granted the title of palace. Explore its grand stately rooms, wander through the botanic gardens, and venture out into the estate on various walking trails. Don't miss the maze, miniature train, and the enchanting Christmas festivities.
2. Oxford Walking Tour:
- To truly soak in the charm of Oxford, join a guided walking tour. Explore the university's historic colleges, learn about J.R.R. Tolkien's haunts, and discover filming locations from the Harry Potter series. The Visitor Information Centre on Broad Street can help you choose the perfect tour.
3. Christ Church, Oxford:
- Among the University of Oxford colleges, Christ Church stands out. With six Grade I listed buildings, the iconic Tom Tower, and a Gothic cathedral, it's a must-visit. Immerse yourself in centuries of history within its walls.
4. Explore the Cotswolds:
- Oxfordshire is surrounded by picturesque villages in the Cotswolds. Take a leisurely drive through rolling hills, visit charming market towns like Burford and Chipping Norton, and enjoy the quintessential English countryside.
5. Thames Path Walking Trail:
- Follow the Thames Path along the River Thames. Enjoy riverside views, spot wildlife, and take in the serene beauty of the waterway.
6. Oxford Botanic Garden:
- Established in 1621, the Oxford Botanic Garden is the oldest in Britain. Explore its diverse plant collections and relax in the peaceful surroundings.
7. Ashmolean Museum:
- Delve into art, archaeology, and history at the Ashmolean Museum. It houses an impressive collection spanning centuries and civilizations.
8. Punting on the Cherwell or Isis:
- Experience the timeless tradition of punting on the tranquil rivers. Hire a punt and glide along the water, admiring the historic buildings along the banks.
9. Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens:
- Just outside Oxfordshire, this wildlife park is home to a variety of animals. Explore the beautifully landscaped gardens and enjoy close encounters with exotic species.
10. Oxford Covered Market:
- Wander through this historic market, filled with independent shops, cafes, and stalls. Sample local produce and find unique souvenirs.
Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Oxfordshire promises a day filled with history, natural beauty, and cultural delights!