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Blenheim Palace announces annual Jousting Tournament dates

This spring, step back in time at Blenheim Palace as the UNESCO World Heritage Site transforms into an action-packed battlefield…

Blenheim Palace launches fashion afternoon tea and retail collection for Icons of British Fashion exhibition

To celebrate its largest exhibition to date, Icons of British Fashion, Blenheim Palace has launched a fashionista themed afternoon tea…

‘Walking Men’ sculptures arrive at Blenheim Palace

British sculptor Laurence Edwards’ striking bronze figures, Walking Men (2018-2022), have taken up residence in the grounds of Blenheim Palace,…

The Society of Antiquaries of London and Heritage Crafts Announce Illuminator Sarah Davis as 2024 Maker in Residence at Kelmscott Manor

The Society of Antiquaries of London, in partnership with Heritage Crafts, is thrilled to introduce Illuminator Sarah Davis as the…

Blenheim Palace launches The Blenheim Story – a new permanent exhibition exploring its 300 year history

This month will see Blenheim Palace unveil a new, permanent exhibition, The Blenheim Story, which will shine a light on…

Blenheim Palace archives reveal evidence of original ‘Woodstock Festival’

Archivists at Blenheim Palace in Woodstock, Oxfordshire have discovered centuries-old records which appear to document a music festival that took…

Bright and beautiful – Blenheim Palace unveils new-look Butterfly House

The Butterfly House at Blenheim Palace has been given a fresh look for 2024, with the aim of making it…

Bicester Village shuttle service goes electric

Oxford Bus Company has launched an electric vehicle into the Bicester Village – Bicester North shuttle service, to help further…

Hooky on Tour – Bringing Free Beer & Cheer to a Pub near you

Hook Norton Brewery will be bringing their 175th Anniversary celebrations to their pubs in a unique way over the next…

James Clarke marks 33 years at Hook Norton Brewery with unique beer event

Hook Norton Brewery have launched another unique ale brewed to celebrate Managing Director James Clarke’s 33 years at the brewery….

Who’s Who of British designers collaborate for Icons of British Fashion exhibition at Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace has collaborated with some of Britain’s most iconic fashion designers and brands to create Icons of British Fashion,…

Cross party-political support and engagement across Oxfordshire during English Tourism Week

26 March 2024 – With the national tourism agency, VisitBritain, forecasting 2025 as the year international visitor numbers and spend…

Experience Oxfordshire welcomes Tourism Minister to the county to celebrate English Tourism Week 2024

22 March 2024 – Experience Oxfordshire the county’s destination management organisation and official Local Visitor Economy Partnership* was delighted to…

Blenheim Estate announces partnership with UK climate tech firm A Healthier Earth on new ForestFactory concept

Today, on International Day of Forests, Blenheim Estate has announced a new partnership with British climate tech catalyst A Healthier…

Find your perfect volunteering opportunity at OCVA’s Volunteer Recruitment Fair at the Westgate Oxford Shopping Centre on 20 March 2024

Oxfordshire residents are invited to pop into the Westgate Oxford Shopping Centre on 20 March (10am-2pm) to find out more…

Experience Oxfordshire facilitates visitor economy online discussion with Anneliese Dodds MP during English Tourism Week

21 March 2024 – Today Experience Oxfordshire, the destination management organisation and Local Visitor Economy Partnership* brought together representatives from…

City Sightseeing Oxford launch new electric open top buses

City Sightseeing Oxford has launched an all-electric fleet of open top buses to deliver zero emission tours for visitors. Unveiled…

Visits to Oxford University attractions up 20% in 2023 – University’s Gardens, Libraries and Museums welcome 3.2 million visitors in 2023

Oxford University Gardens, Libraries and Museums experienced a large increase in visitors in 2023, according to figures released today by…

Experience Oxfordshire showcases the success of the county’s visitor economy during English Tourism Week 2024

18 March 2024 – Experience Oxfordshire the county’s destination management organisation and official Local Visitor Economy Partnership* is highlighting Oxfordshire’s…

The City of Oxford College’s city-centre campus celebrates its 50th anniversary

City of Oxford College and University Centre’s city-centre campus is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its opening. City of Oxford…

VisitEngland Chair congratulates Experience Oxfordshire as an exemplar organisation at Ambassador Dinner

15 March 2024 – One year on from receiving VisitEngland recognition as the county’s official Local Visitor Economy Partnership, Experience…