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Science Hotspots

When it comes to Oxford and Cambridge, the ancient universities of England, Cambridge has more of a reputation for science. This is understandable when The Other Places boasts such notable alumni as Isaac Newton and Stephen Hawking. Nevertheless, Oxford has been at the centre of many scientific achievements which have had enormous impact on the…

Oxford’s Iconic Architecture

It is no secret that Oxford likes to bill itself as the City of Dreaming Spires. Whilst these spires are the most iconic of Oxford’s buildings, the city is teeming with buildings of architectural note. In stark contrast to most of England, Oxford has a bona fide Old Town and walking around it can feel…

Oxford Night Life

Oxford is renowned for many things: erudition, grand architecture, literary greatness, to name a few. With all of this in mind, Oxford often comes across as rather…quaint. But you can’t have a city with more than 40,000 students without some uproarious nightlife. Please enjoy this brief tour of where to find a party in the…

Outside the City

One of the wonderful things about Oxford is that it is located in Oxfordshire, one of the most beautiful counties in England. If the big city becomes too cloying, consider visiting one of these spots for the best day trips near Oxford.   Blenheim Palace, Woodstock One of the most famous attractions outside of Oxford,…

Activities

Oxford is a bustling place. While known primarily for the University, it is a city like any other and features all the amenities and activities one would expect from a contemporary cosmopolitan centre. Attend a debate at the Oxford Union The Oxford union is perhaps the world’s most famous debating society and has attracted world-class…

Outdoor and Open Spaces

Outdoor and Open Spaces Oxford is a city close to nature – which was a big saviour during the lockdown months! When the weather is nice, there is no finer feeling than sitting in one of these locations with a picnic and watching students enjoy themselves, seeing dogs walking (presumably with their owners), and contemplating…

Museums

Museums Oxford proudly announces itself to be the ‘City of Learning and Culture’, and this isn’t just limited to the university. Oxford contains seven University of Oxford museums and four independent museums. All catering to their specific niche, an Oxford museum will have something for you no matter your interests. Ashmolean Museum The Ashmolean Museum…

Literary Oxford

Literary Oxford “And that sweet city with her dreaming spires, she needs not June for beauty’s heightening” Matthew Arnold Literature’s contributions to how Oxford sees itself cannot be understated. In 1865, Matthew Arnold wrote Thrysis; a poem which describes the view of Oxford from nearby Boars Hill. The extract above is the first mention of…

Getting Around

Getting Around Though Oxford calls itself a city, really it is a town with a grandiose self-image. The upside of this is that the city is easily navigable on foot. Central Oxford can easily be crossed in under an hour and venturing into nearby Cowley, Summertown, or Kidlington does not present a particularly pressing challenge….

Eating and Drinking

Eating and Drinking Oxford has a truly wonderful assortment of independent cafes, restaurants, and food trucks. From tucked-away cheap eats to classy blow-out locations, no one should be leaving the city of dreaming spires hungry. In this post, I’ll take you through my ideal day of eating before breaking down your options for all manner…