Looking for fun things to do in and near Oxfordshire then we have gathered a few choices that appeal to the kids and the whole family:
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Oxford River Cruises
Oxford River Cruises offers public cruises and private and self drive boat hire in the heart of historic Oxford. Our cruises are designed to suit all tastes, from lazy lunchtime picnics and sunset dinner cruises, to corporate regattas and birthday parties afloat.
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The Bodleian Library - Oxford
The Bodleian Library offers for family visits for tours, both for families with children over 10. However during most school holidays, they also offer a lively family tour accepting 5 to 11 years olds which includes a visit to Duke Humfrey's Library.
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Cherwell Boat House - Oxford
The Cherwell Boathouse is an iconic Oxford punt station and restaurant on the banks of the river Cherwell. Established in 1904, the family run Boathouse now has over 80 handmade punts in the water and is an idyllic spot for punting, dining and picnics. The Teahut Bar and Cafe is open in season and serves light food and drinks on a river ...
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Footprint Tours
ootprints Tours was created to show you the best of British history, and not to bore you to death with stuffy, dry academic tours. We provide a general fun walking tour of Oxford, a Harry Potter tour of Oxford and an Oxford bike tour. Our bike tours include bike hire for the full day, and represents great value for money. All these tours...
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Official Oxford University & City Walking Tour
Explore the beauty and history of Oxford on a two-hour walking tour Delve into the history of Oxford with a two-hour guided walking tour around its famous university and libraries Visit the Radcliffe Camera, the Bridge of Sighs, the Sheldonian Theatre, the Bodleian Library, and learn about the secrets and...
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Oxford Ice Rink
Our ice rink is right in the heart of Oxford, just a 10 minute walk from Oxford City centre and railway station. This ice rink is brought to you by Oxford City Council, in partnership with Fusion, a highly experienced sports and active leisure services provider. As a registered charity, Fusion continually reinvest to improve and...
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Oxford Ghost Trail
Historically informative yet hugely entertaining, it's the perfect way to soak up the atmosphere of this famous city, leaving you with a deliciously scary tingle running down your spine! Intrepid ghost hunters should meet Bill Spectre (distinctively dressed as a Victorian undertaker) outside the glass fronted gift shop of Oxford Castle...
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Oxford Spy Mission Treasure Trail
There are three different self guided themed Treasure Trails around Oxford for you and the kids to enjoy. Each one will take you to a different part of the city to explore with a difference! In addition to this Spy Mission themed Trail there is also a Treasure Hunt themed Trail and a Mystery themed Treasure Trail. As you follow the...
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24H or 48H Hop-on Hop-off Bus Oxford
See historic Oxford at your leisure on this bus tour of the city Take a tour of Oxford and see the best of the city with twenty stops, including Christ Church college Explore the beauty of Oxford university and its limestone facades, including the Radcliffe Camera Enjoy an audio guide available in ten languages – and kids can listen to a...
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Oxford River Cruises
Oxford River Cruises offers public cruises and private boat hire in the heart of historic Oxford. Our cruises are designed to suit all tastes, from lazy lunchtime picnics and sunset dinner cruises, to corporate regattas and birthday parties afloat. Cruising the tranquil Thames in Oxford offers a taste of a slower life, where cares drift away with...
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Magdalen Bridge Row Boats - Oxford
Our rowing boats take up to 5 people and cost £20.00 per hour - 7 days a week. Rowing is fun and relaxing and a great way to spend a sunny afternoon on the river. You can hire the row boat for an hour or if you want to make a day of it, just stay on the river as long as you like, simply returning the row boat to the boathouse at least half...
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Unique Creations Paint your own Pottery - Oxford
A warm welcome awaits you at our colourful studio Unique Creations is a wonderfully colourful Paint Your Own Ceramics and Craft cafe as well as being well stocked with a wide range of gifts and cards. Open 7 days a week 10am - 5.30pm
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Oxford Bowlplex
Oxford is a beautiful city to go out in, full of history and excellent clubs! Parents with small children can take them to the cool Humpty Dumpty’s Trail or take them to a French Toddler group. Parents can enjoy some of the many plays and shows that are also on in Oxford. However, finding something for all of the family to enjoy can...
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Laser Kombat Oxford
Laser Kombat is NOW OPEN for adults and children of all ages. Situated right above Partyman World of Play in Grenoble Road on the Ozone Leisure Park in Oxford. Laser Tag is a great party idea for boys and girls as well as adults-its not just a great day out, its the ultimate birthday party experience. Each player must wear a special themed...
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Pony Pursuits - Oxford
Hello & Welcome! OUR PLEASURE RIDES / HACKS are available 7 days a week (prices from £2.50) Pony Pursuits is based in Oxford and offers affordable pleasure rides for adults & children regardless of age and experience. The ponies at Pony Pursuits are licensed by South Oxfordshire District Council and insured with...
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Cutteslowe Park and Miniature Railway - Oxford
What can I do there? Cool off in the paddling pool (open Saturday 23 July - Sunday 4 September 2011) Use the 18 control orienteering course (maps available at the kiosk) Use the two children's play areas Book the football pitches or cricket square Sit by the duck pond Ride the trains on the Cutteslowe...
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Rock Solid Climbing Wall - Oxford
Oxfordshire's premier climbing wall, open to all students, staff and community climbers - it's for everyone! Opening Times Mon: Fri: 7.00am -11.00pm Sat - Sun: 9.00am -10.00pm Parking Daytime: School minibuses only at Centre for Sport, via Cheney Lane Weekdays from 4pm / Weekends: Headington Hill Hall, London Road, Headington. ...
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Karting Oxford
Get set for a phenomenal drive at Oxford's premier karting circuit. Speed is the name of the game as you whizz around the floodlit 360 metre circuit. With an outrageously quick straight and hair pin bends you are guaranteed the drive of your life. A great venue for some excellent group fun. Make sure you're first past the chequered flag and get...
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Abbey Meadow Open Air Swimming Pool - Abingdon
Welcome to the Abbey Meadows Heated Outdoor Pool. SOLL Leisure is delighted to be appointed to manage the Vale of White Horse District Council's Abbey Meadow Outdoor Pool in Abingdon. Address: Abbey Meadows Outdoor Pool, Abbey Close, Abingdon, OX14 3JD. Telephone: 01235 530678 Season Opening Dates Abbey Meadow Pool will be open from Saturday 28th...
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High Ropes Oxford
Oxfordshire’s Only Tree Top Adventure! Swing through the trees Tarzan style with our Fantastic new Tree-Top Forest Adventure Suitable for monkey’s of all sizes from 10+ Kids, Adults, Corporate Days out, Birthday Parties, Stag and Hen Do’s, great fun for all the family! £22.50 for Under 18′s and £27.50 for...
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The Abingdon Treasure Trail
You’ll be amazed at what you and the kids will discover on the Abingdon self-guided treasure hunt themed Treasure Trail. A fascinating and fun way to explore the town, this Trail will lead you on a merry walk around this riverside town. Clear directions describe the route and take you from clue to clue. The answer to each clue will...
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Outdoor Laser
Laser-gaming is a live combat entertainment experience using infra-red gaming guns. Outdoor Laser-gaming is LIVE GAMING suitable for players aged 8 years+. The laser-guns use a harmless infra-red beam, similar to the one from your TV remote, that tags sensors worn by each player. They're totally harmless plastic infra red guns but built...
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Little Wittenham Nature Reserve at Earth Trust
Come and enjoy the beautiful South Oxfordshire countryside at Little Wittenham Nature Reserve. Explore the iconic Wittenham Clumps with their breathtaking views, head off on a woodland adventure, or discover what's happening on the Earth Trust site. We also have a full programme of events throughout the year.
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Blenheim Palace- Pleasure Gardens and Train - Woodstock
Home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough, Blenheim Palace is the birth place of Sir Winston Churchill and a World Heritage Site. Blenheim Palace was a gift from Queen Anne and a grateful nation to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough following his famous victory at the Battle of Blenheim in 1704. Visit...
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The Pottery Place - Witney
We are a paint-your-own-pottery and craft studio in the lovely Cotswold town of Witney. You can call in to see us any time to paint pottery, make a mosaic or clay piece, or get hooked on the new papercraft of Decopatch! Our studio has buckets of charm - come and try it for yourself! We are famous for...
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The Leys Mini Golf
The Leys Mini Golf course is a fairly modest affair but still great fun for those into their miniature putting. A simple 9 hole course offers a superb introduction to the game for smaller ones, with no intimidating features or really tricky hazards. There are varying sizes of putter available so again it's great for the smaller ones who might...
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Didcot Railway Centre
See our unique collection of Great Western Railway steam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings and small relics; and a recreation of Brunel's broad gauge railway. Join us in our rural setting based around the original 1930s engine shed. The Railway Centre is now open daily until 14 September. Opening Times We are generally open from...
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The Treehouse Play Centre
Children's activity play centre in Didcot with a separate baby and toddler area South Oxfordshire's newest children's activity soft play centre and coffee house. 'The Treehouse', as named by our competition winners, is a 'home' to play, a place to climb up/down, enjoyed by parents and children alike, located next to the Orchard...
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Bicester Leisure Centre
There is something for everyone in our impressive swimming pool! Whether it’s our ASA accredited aquazone swimming lessons or just a fun swim there are activities for all. We offer a swim membership for just £23 per month for those who want to use the pool regularly and also offer regular casual sessions for any pay as you go...
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Bicester Bowl
Bowling is a great activity for family and friends to get involved in. Our 6 lane 10 pin bowling alley provides the perfect environment for a night out with your friends, or for the serious bowler, provides a suitable environment to practice in. You can socialise, have a bite to eat and build great memories whilst bowling at Bicester Bowl! Cafe...
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Bicester Shopping Village (Train + VIP Pass)
Shop for luxury and lifestyle brands with up to 60% off retail prices. Bicester Village (pronounced Bister Village) is a UK shopping mecca, where dreams come true in the form of designer handbags, shoes, clothing and more, all at massive discounts! This shopping haven boasts over 160 designer outlets, all with up to 60% off regular prices....
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Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary - Wallingford
Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary is a registered charity which cares for and protects abused and ill-treated donkeys and other animals. (Although we do not actively rescue other animals, those that have joined us in recent years include two sheep, Buttercup & Daisy who were rescued from slaughter for meat, four goats, numerous chickens, two geese,...
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Busy Brush Cafe
Busy Brush Cafe is all about craft, coffee and cake. It's beautifully simple! Come and visit our quirky craft cafe filled with plenty of creative activities for adults and children. We have three beautiful floors where you can paint a unique pottery piece, decopatch anything from photo frames to piggy banks or create stunning origami paper...
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Cholsey & Wallingford Railway
The Cholsey to Wallingford branch began life in 1861 as the Wallingford and Watlington Railway. The original plan envisaged a through railway from Moulsford via Wallingford, Benson, Watlington and Chinnor to join the GWR Aylesbury branch at Princes Risborough. Facilities Tickets may be purchased at either station. At Wallingford, there is a...
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Funky Teapot - Wantage
We are a ceramic and craft studio in Wantage. Any one of any age and any ability can come along and have fun! Our shop is a warm, friendly and social place that oozes creativity and we will guide YOU to CREATE your own MASTERPIECES! We are open Tuesday to...
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Darcy Bear - Carterton
At Darcy Bear we aim to provide a safe, fun environment for children to play and learn while parents/guardians can relax and enjoy spending quality time with their children. So why not visit us in Carterton and check out our indoor play equipment for 0 – 11 years! Set out over three awesome levels: Multiple slides ...
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Farmer Gow's - Faringdon
Farmer Gow's activity farm is full of Easter fun. Enjoy Easter Egg Hunts on the trailer rides from Good Friday – Easter Monday. Sweet little newborn lambs and kids can be hand and bottle fed throughout the School holidays and Summer term. Farmer Gow’s is full of new life with tiny fluffy chicks to cuddle and adorable baby animals....
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Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway
Originally known as the Watlington and Princes Risborough Railway Company, the railway was largely promoted by local land owners following the failure of the planned extension of the Wallingford branch through to Watlington. Construction of the branch was authorised by an Act of Parliament dated 26th July, 1869. The Chinnor & Princes...
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Cotswold River Cruise
Cotswold River Cruises welcomes you to our river cruises & pleasure trips on the River Thames on the Wiltshire-Gloucestershire border. Cotswold River Cruises operate 'Adventuress ' from The Riverside Marina Halfpenny Bridge Lechlade-on-Thames GL7 3DL -gateway to the...
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Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
In 1968 the London Railway Preservation Society chose Quainton Road to establish its Centre. From modest early beginnings on a few metres of weed grown track the volunteer members of the renamed Quainton Railway Society have established the Buckinghamshire Railway Centre as one of the leading steam museums in the country - covering nearly 30 acres...
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Rogue Bowling
Rogue Bowling is a classy spot for a bit of tenpin: a fantastic game for families as generally it's anyone's win, especially once you add in the gutter guards, ramps and light balls to help give the kids an edge. There's no glow in the dark bilge here, no madly loud music, no hoards of teens (mid week, anyway!): it's very much a family alley...
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Warburg Nature Reserve
With a visitor centre, bird hides, picnic area and resident warden to help with queries, Warburg Nature Reserve is a great place to bring your family. There are even wildlife explorer packs you can borrow to help you explore. Seasonal highlights Warburg is home to an incredible range of habitats sheltering thousands of species, and...
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Rogue Racing Aylesbury
Rogue Racing Aylesbury Karting is a great fun family experience, whether its adults verses children (please note, there is a 1.3 metre minimum height restriction to drive a kart), men verses women or just to see who can complete a lap in the fastest time, everyone who comes off the track can't wait to get back on! A warm welcome awaits you with...
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Flip Out Aylesbury
We're the biggest and best indoor adventure park in Aylesbury! Our 41,000 square ft arena is filled with a wide range of attractions that the whole family can enjoy, including Laser Quest, Mini Golf, Interactive Football, Roller Rink, Bumper Cars, Soft Play and Ninja Tag. We offer two types of kids birthday parties which include two hours in...
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Swan Pool & Leisure Ctr - Indoor Play - Buckingham
Welcome to Swan Pool & Leisure Centre where you can swim, work out or enjoy a game of squash all under one roof. We have an indoor play area suitable for kids aged all the way up to 12, they can climb, clamber and explore our dedicated soft play area, having fun and getting active at the same time. Make a splash...
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Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park
Experience the best of British countryside in a fun-filled family day out. Get hands-on with our rare farm breeds, come face-to-face with wildlife, explore the nature trails and go wild in our adventure play areas, whatever the weather. Hogshaw Farm and Wildlife Park is an environmentally friendly rare breeds farm attraction, located in 44...
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Curious About Henley On Thames
Curious About Henley-On-Thames gives an exciting glimpse into what makes this famous Thames town what it is. Henley-on-Thames is a 12th century South Oxfordshire town whose fame emanates from the River Thames on which it sits. Host to the 1st Oxford v Cambridge university boat race, it now throws a fortnight long party each year, around the...
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Combat Splat - Swindon
For over 5 years, Combat Splat Paintball has proved to be one of the best performing attractions in the region. We are an independent paintball site which allows flexibility and low honest prices. Why choose us for your event? Admission Prices: Half Day Packages: Sniper £15 Sharp Shooter £20 Mega Blast £25 Full Day...
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