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 Scenic fitness |
From Tilsley Park Dunmore Court Wootton Road Oxford, Oxfordshire OX14 1PU United Kingdom |
The annual Abingdon Marathon has been attracting a growing number of both participants and spectators in recent years, and is now one of the major events on the regional long-distance running calendar. The run starts at Tilsley Park and the route goes through the local villages of Wotton, Cumnor and Appleton. The marathon take place over fairly flat terrain and the finishing line is back at the park. So, if you don't fancy joining in with the runners, pick a good vantage point and enjoy a pleasant day out. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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College rowing races |
The Isis (Thames) Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 United Kingdom http://archive.comlab.ox.ac.uk... |
The highlights of college rowing are 'Summer Eights' in late May and the less prestigious 'Torpids' in late February. On each occasion, racing takes place over four days from just south of Donnington Bridge to the boathouses south of Folly Bridge. Commonly referred to as 'bump races' because the boats start in procession at 10-metre intervals and try to catch or 'bump' the boat in front. When this happens the boats involved in the 'bumping' stop racing until the next day when they change places. The objective is eventually to get to the front and become 'Head of the River'. Admission: free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Grand university procession |
Oxford University Oxford OX1 2JD United Kingdom +44 1865 27 0000 http://www.ox.ac.uk/aboutoxfor... |
On the last Wednesday in June each year, honorary degrees are conferred on distinguished international figures in the Sheldonian Theater. Although the ceremony itself is restricted to university dignitaries and special guests, the procession to and from the Sheldonian is open to everyone and the crowds lining the route are treated to a spectacular, colorful display. After the ceremony, the dignitaries emerge and make their way in procession to All Souls College for lunch. Don't forget to bring your camera! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Thrilling action |
Westfield Barn House North Lane, Weston On The Green Oxford OX6 8RG United Kingdom |
If you're interested in polo, this venue to the north east of Oxford is certainly worth knowing about. Tournaments are played from Easter until mid-September. Matches are held from Tuesday to Sunday at 4pm and 5.15pm. The admission price is a very reasonable and full bar facilities is available for spectators. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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City centre fun |
Banbury Road to South Park Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 United Kingdom +44 (0)1865 24 9811 |
This colourful and flamboyant celebration marks the start of the new Mayor's one-year term of office. A procession of floats made by local clubs and charities leaves Woodstock Road at 10:30a and makes its way through the city centre and up to South Park (at the bottom of Headington Hill) where judging takes place. A funfair, stalls, live entertainment, and food and drink combine to ensure a fun day which lasts until 7p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Welcoming the summer |
High St Magdalen College Tower Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 4AU United Kingdom +44 (0)1865 72 6871 (Tourist Information) |
If you are at a loose end at 6a on the first day of May, why not join 15,000 people in the streets and bridge below Magdalen College tower to welcome in the summer? The college choir stands at the top of the tower singing a 350-year-old hymn, Morris Dancers lead the merriment at ground level, and punting, champagne breakfasts and general jollification are the order of the day. It's thought this celebration has been held since the beginning of the 16th century when the tower was new. Call Oxford Tourist Information for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 I'll drink to that |
Oxford Town Hall St Aldates Oxford OX1 4EY United Kingdom +44 1865 55 3662 http://www.kernighan.demon.co.... |
Run by the Oxford City branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), this festival is usually held at the Town Hall - a wonderfully historic building right in the centre of town where all the bus routes converge. The normal format is an evening session on Thursdays and lunchtime and evening sessions on the other two days. Food is always available, even between sessions. Over 1000 drinkers flock to the festival and consume over 6000 pints of beer and around 100 different varieties of real ale. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun in the street |
St Giles Oxford OX1 United Kingdom |
This large outdoor funfair may turn Oxford's normal traffic problem into a nightmare, but it's worth it. Each year, locals come out in thousands to enjoy the rides, the fortune tellers and the candy floss. The fair completely fills St Giles for two days. In 1937, Sir John Betjeman wrote 'it is about the biggest fair in England... with freak shows, roundabouts... every sort of fairman finds it worth his while to come to St Giles.' The fair is open from early morning to late into the evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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