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Sunset Chaser at Headington Hill Park

A timed sequence to catch the evening light at Headington Hill Park, with a stop for a drink nearby.

Best time: 15 OctAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:41

    The Old Black Horse

    Grab a drink at The Old Black Horse. This quaint 17th-century coaching inn is a short walk from the park and opens at 14:00 on weekdays, giving you plenty of time to settle in before the evening rush.

  2. 17:41

    Headington Hill Park

    Walk to Headington Hill Park. Find a spot on the hill that faces southwest. On 15 October, the sun sets toward the WSW, so position yourself to catch the final light as it dips below the horizon at 18:11.

  3. 18:41

    The Old Black Horse

    Head back to The Old Black Horse to finish your evening. The pub stays open until 24:00 on weekdays, so you can linger after the sunset and enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the old building.

Local tip

The Old Black Horse serves sub-zero Carling and often shows live football, so it can get lively. If you prefer a quieter drink, check the route to other nearby pubs.

Check before you go

  • The Old Black Horse opens at 14:00 on weekdays (Mo-Th) and 12:00 on weekends (Fr-Su).
  • Sunset on 15 October is at 18:11 local time.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Oxford (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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