Top sigths of Great Britain
Despite the fact that the exploration of the country started yet during the prehistoric era, there are many wonderful pieces of nature in the country. Kent Country is considered the most picturesque and beautiful part of the UK. Sometimes it is even called “the garden of the United Kingdom”. Another unique nature reserve has appeared near Lake Loch Ness, which is famous because of numerous legends. The largest national park in the country is located in the so called Lakeland. Here travellers will be offered to participate in excursions to the Hebrides and the Orkney Islands, as well as in rides to the “Bird Island” officially known as Bass Rock. … OpenChapters of the guide to Oxford
Festivals and events in Oxford
Of interest to tourists is the Oxford Early Music Festival held in mid-May in large local churches where they play Baroque music in a modern arrangement, as well as the Banbury Folk Festival taking place in Oxford's central streets in mid-October. Traditional English music and songs familiar to every British ear, the most "Énglish" Morris and Céilí dances - Banbury Folk Festival is ready to please all fans of … Open
Active recreation
Have a great time in CS Lewis Community Nature Reserve. Here, among lush vegetation, you can find beautiful birds and a picturesque duck pond. Well, having a picnic here is probably a must-have. Millets Farm Falconry Centre located in the vicinity of Oxford is another great place for exploring wildlife. Here you can find out a lot about birds of prey. The Oxford Massage Centre is worth a visit too - as one might … Open
Advices for travellers
7. Many museums and other cultural institutions provide considerable discounts for group visits. To join a tour or an excursion one should better visit a special tourist information office or set off to the city landmarks exploration with a family or in a company of mates as in this case one will find considerably lower prices. 8. Shops and shopping centers start working not later than 9am and serve … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
Those with a sweet tooth are warmly welcome in Fudge Kitchen, a store specializing in the production and sale of wonderful chocolate sweets. It offers dozens of types of chocolate bars and even more sweets, which can be purchased in sets or by weight. Lovely chocolate gift sets are prepared for tourists here. Brightly decorated boxes will be a great gift option for loved ones. A peculiar symbol of Oxford is … Open
Oxford for children - what to visit
On a rainy day, you can go to Rock Solid Climbing Wall, the best climbing gym in town suitable for both beginners and experienced climbers. No special equipment is needed for training in this center - visitors are offered to rent all the necessary accessories. The center employs a team of professional instructors who can quickly make things clear even for first-timers. If you are visiting Oxford in the warmer … Open
Travel guide to Oxford
A beautiful historic building houses the Pitt Rivers Museum founded in 1884, which is currently based at the University of Oxford. This museum presents an interesting collection of anthropological and archaeological exhibits. The museum's exposition was formed from a private collection of antiquities of Colonel Wesley L. Fox. Over the years, the collection of the museum has increased hundreds of times; today, among … Open