Oxfordshire Outdoor Play

Here you will find a comprehensive list of outdoor play areas and anything related to outside play by county.
This could include rope bridges, climbing frames and pools in Oxfordshire. We provide information on outdoor play areas by county, city or by activity.
Cherwell Boat House - Oxford
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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 ...
Cutteslowe Park and Miniature Railway - Oxford
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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...
Little Wittenham Nature Reserve at Earth Trust
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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.
Oxford River Cruises
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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.
South Oxford Adventure Playground - Oxford
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South Oxford Adventure Playground - Oxford
SOAP is an open access, inclusive, supervised playground for children 7-15 years.  Children of all ages are welcome, but those under 7 must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times.  The playground is a unique space where children can play freely and have fun in a natural and physically challenging environment.  Come...
The Leys - Whitney
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The Leys - Whitney
Great park to play and have fun with the kids includes adventure play area, seasonal paddling pool and crazy golf with clubs available. Or they can go roller skating in their very own skate park for youngsters!
The University of Oxford Botanic Garden
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The University of Oxford Botanic Garden
Welcome to the University of Oxford Botanic Garden. We are often asked how a botanic garden differs from other types of gardens. Botanic gardens are collections of plants that are grown for purposes other than purely aesthetic reasons – but in Oxford Botanic Garden we do try to arrange the plants in attractive, sympathetic and ...
Windrush Path Mosaic Trail - Standlake
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Windrush Path Mosaic Trail - Standlake
The Windrush Path Mosaic Trail consists of a series of striking and individual mosaics to act as way-markers and points of interest along a pretty two mile footpath. Standlake Common Nature Reserve is situated on the Windrush Path, between Standlake and Newbridge. It used to be a typical arable field but when when Oxfordshire County ...