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Oxford

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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    Burton Taylor Theatre

    Tickets sold at the Box Office of the Oxford Playhouse (see above)

    Mon-Sat 8AM-1:30PM

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    La Baguette

    Sandwich shop with a whole internet cafe setup upstairs. Computers run Windows.

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    Old Fire Station Theatre (OFS)

    Charity-run culture hub showcasing contemporary UK and local art, drama and music. Also has a café.

    Tue-Sat 11AM-6PM

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    Phoenix Picturehouse

    Vibrant independent cinema with an assortment of viewings available.

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    The Sheldonian Theatre

    Once voted the most uncomfortable concert hall in England, the Sheldonian never has a shortage of both professional and amateur classical music concerts, and though it is "uncomfortable", it cannot be denied that its baroque majesty is truly beautiful.

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    Ultimate Picture Palace

    Small independent cinema housed in a majestic grade II listed building with an assortment of viewings available.

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    Vue

    Large mainstream cinema located just opposite the Kassam Stadium.

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    Oxford Show Details

    Aggregation website that highlights shows worth seeing in Oxford.

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    Oxford United FC

    Oxford were relegated in 2026 and now play soccer in League One, the third tier. Their Kassam Stadium (capacity 12,500) is 3 miles southeast of city centre.

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    Cherwell Boathouse

    Bardwell Rd, OX2 6ST

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    New Theatre

    Popular shows, musicals and ballets.

    Mon-Sat 9AM-10PM; Sun 10AM-8PM

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    Odeon (Gloucester Green)

    Largest cinema in the Oxford city centre.

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    Oxford Punting

    Magdalen Bridge Boathouse, High St, OX1 4AU

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    Salter's

    Folly Bridge, Oxford, OX1 4LA

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    The Oxford Playhouse

    Worthwhile plays.

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    Oxford County Library

    41 Castle Quarter, OX1 1AY