February 2017 – Experience Oxfordshire

Cogges first ever artist in residence exhibition

Cogges Manor Farm, Witney present their first ever Artist in Residence exhibition, with a show of new work by local painter Sally Wyatt. Since 2016 Sally has been making a visual record of a year at Cogges, reflecting the beauty of a working landscape that boasts a 1000 year history. Cogges Manor is a well-known…

Feb 24 2017

Robert Peston talks banking, Brexit, Balliol and other business at Blavatnik School of Government

Broadcaster visits Oxford to talk at Experience Oxfordshire’s Cultural Platform – and sing Bohemian Rhapsody for Jericho Canal Trust. Robert Peston, political editor of ITV News, appeared at the Blavatnik School of Government yesterday, February 23, as special guest speaker at Experience Oxfordshire’s annual Cultural Platform. Peston was grilled by Financial Times columnist, Tim Harford,…

Blenheim Palace Receives Gold Accolade from VisitEngland

Blenheim Palace has received the prestigious Gold Accolade as part of VisitEngland’s Visitor Attraction Quality Scheme. The Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site was given the top-scoring Gold Accolade as part of VisitEngland’s annual assessment of around 1,000 attractions across the country. The accolades recognise those attractions going the extra mile to create an enjoyable and…

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city?

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? Then why not come and explore Abingdon-on-Thames. This quint essential Market Town, steeped in history and reputed to be the oldest inhabited town in England offers a warm, welcoming place to enjoy a fun packed and interesting day out with so much to see and…

Spring Day Delegate Package for April at Jurys Inn, from £28.00 per delegate

Spring Day Delegate Package for April at Jurys Inn Oxford, from £28.00 per delegate Inclusive package of: – Room hire – Unlimited tea/coffee with accompaniments – Working or restaurant Buffet Lunch – LCD projector, screen & flipchart – Wi-Fi – Car parking – VAT & service Contact Details Victoria Toye Meetings & Events Sales Office…

Andy Parsons at Oxford Playhouse

With one of the most distinct voices on the comedy circuit, comedian and writer Andy Parsons, brings his new show Peak Bullsh*t to Oxford Playhouse on Saturday 11 March. Star of BBC2’s award-winning Mock The Week, Q.I. and Live at the Apollo, in this live show, Andy delves into the world of politics and the…

Valentines Day at Blenheim Palace

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Blenheim Palace, with a romantic walk and a special Valentine’s Afternoon Tea available on Sunday 12th February. Valentine’s Afternoon Tea Treat your loved one on Sunday 12th February with a special Valentine’s Afternoon Tea in the Orangery Restaurant. Overlooking the Duke of Marlborough’s private Italian Garden the beautiful venue is the…

Art that stimulates every sense across Oxfordshire this month

Art that stimulates every sense across Oxfordshire this month. The weather may not be the best Britain has to offer this month, but there are still plenty of reasons to get out and about, and whilst the Jurassic skeletons of Oxford’s Museum of Natural History are always interesting, you can be surprised by a far…