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Oxford is the oldest university city in the United Kingdom, some 50 miles (80 km) to the west of the capital London in its own county of Oxfordshire, on the rivers Thames and Cherwell. Together with Cambridge (the second oldest university city and Oxford's great rival), Oxford has long represented the English academic establishment and elite ("Oxbridge"), a haven of tradition and endeavour. Oxford's famous "Dreaming Spires" refer to the medieval churches and colleges that dominate the bustling modern town in all their Gothic splendour. Picturesque architecture and a vibrant modern life, driven by students, light industry and technology, all set in the rolling countryside of Oxfordshire, make

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    Blackwell's Books

    Founded in 1879, Blackwell's main Oxford shop is a veritable tourist attraction in itself, the vast 10,000-square-foot Norrington Room excavated beneath Trinity College Gardens laying claim to being the largest space dedicated to book sales in Europe. Another 9 speciality branches of this Oxford institution dot the city.

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    Botley Retail Park

    Has a Currys/PC World, Argos, Pets at Home, Hobbycraft and other large stores.

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    Clarendon Centre

    Small shopping centre located on the southern Cornmarket with modern shops for clothes, electronics and food.

    Mon-Sat 8:30AM-6PM; Sun 10:30AM-5PM

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    Covered Market

    High Street. Oxford has the oldest covered market in England. Unusual small shops, including a chocolate shop, cake shop, fine butchers, hat shop, florists, glassware, and charming cafes.

    Mon-Sat 8:30AM-5:30PM; Sun 10AM-4PM

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    Oxford University Press Bookshop

    Stocks a wide variety of books published by Oxford University Press.

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    University of Oxford Shop

    The official outlet for university souvenirs and gifts. (Bank Holidays and Sundays in June 11AM–4PM, Sundays in July and August 11AM–5PM.)

    Mon-Sat 9AM-5:30PM

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    Waterstones

    one of the largest branches of Britain's dominant bookshops. The bookshop houses many different works both academic and leisurely catering to many tastes and preferences. There is also a café making it perfect for meeting friends or taking a break.

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    Westgate Shopping Centre

    Westgate has mostly designer clothing shops such as Levis, Timberland, Hugo Boss and Cath Kidston. There is also a large John Lewis and yet another Blackwell's store.

    Mon-Fri 10AM-8PM; Sat 9AM-8PM; Sun 11AM-5PM

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    Seacourt Tower Retail Park

    Has a Sports Direct, Homebase, Dreams and Decathlon.