In 1962, Edward Anthony wrote: “Writing a book of poetry is like dropping a rose petal down the Grand Canyon and waiting for the echo”. The Oxford-based author Richard Churchill seems to desire a similar effect with his self-published poetry collection Sketches from a Curious Mind (2025), the first full anthology of his poems. The […] The post Review: Sketches from a Curious Mind appeared first on Cherwell.| Cherwell
It often feels as if the so-called ‘Oxford bubble’ is full of binaries: commoners and scholars, undergraduate and postgraduate, town and gown. These dualities are neatly emblematised through the medium of fashion – not only through our academic gowns and sub fusc, but through other, more implicit, rules of dress. A friend recently pointed out […] The post Styling by the book: Oxford’s secret fashion rules appeared first on Cherwell.| Cherwell
The End of All Music hosted a listening party on Friday night for pop star Sabrina Carpenter’s new album, “Man’s Best Friend.” The event included free swag like stickers for fans and the chance to win a vinyl copy of the album. “Man’s Best Friend” is Carpenter’s seventh studio record, and it follows on the […] The post Sabrina Carpenter fans unite for new album listening party at End of All Music appeared first on The Daily Mississippian.| The Daily Mississippian
The OxStu explores what it feels like to become a tourist in your hometown from the perspective of a Vietnamese student.| The Oxford Student
Never fear incoming freshers- OxStu is here! Isobel Wanstall gives 11 tips on how to navigate the journey to Oxford.| The Oxford Student
★★★★☆ Timestamp is a part-theremin, part-dance exploration of womanhood, expectation, and time. Brought to the Edinburgh Fringe after a successful run in New York City by Emilee Lord and Karen Cecilia, it unpacks, in an hour, the ways in which the performers have dealt with being held to certain standards in their own lives, and […] The post ‘Timestamp’ at the Fringe: Existing in the ‘now’ appeared first on Cherwell.| Cherwell
The Oxford University Student Union (SU) is launching a new community fund to support student societies “to create exciting, inclusive events”. Societies can apply for up to £200 in events funding from this Friday – with applications for Michaelmas term closing on 5th September. Alongside financial support, societies which receive funding will also feature in […] The post SU launches new community fund for society events appeared first on Cherwell.| Cherwell
Oxford is a city deeply entwined with religion. With the first of its colleges founded as Christian institutions, a college without a chapel is rare. The city’s architecture survives as a testament to this past. This is not to say that Christianity is the only religion to influence the city’s history. Every year on the […] The post Architectural and religious fusions in Andalusia and Oxford appeared first on Cherwell.| Cherwell
Timestamp, by Emilee Lord and Karen Cecilia, is a part-theremin, part-dance exploration of womanhood, expectation, and time.| Cherwell
Oxford’s religious syncretism is most obvious on May Morning – but in the city of Granada, it lives and breathes through its paint and stone.| Cherwell
Tate Modern's exhibition captures the complexity of Leigh Bowery's legacy, as his individuality continues to challenge art and ourselves.| Cherwell
In a move that lives up to its motto, St Anne’s College has become the first in Oxford to achieve ‘All-Steinway School’ status.| Cherwell
Some travels, a centenary, and a birthday.| The Glasgow Gallivanter
–Novelist Dan Fesperman in LitHub.com discusses five novels which are set in realistic but imaginary places. One of those is Evelyn Waugh’s Scoop: …Waugh’s skewering of Fleet Street, published in 1938, is set in the East Africa nation of Ishmaelia, … Continue reading →| The Evelyn Waugh Society
For anyone who does not know him, Simon Mason is, as well as a wonderful writer, a friend of this blog. He was our special guest recently and we are fans of his work.| reviewsbywriters.blogspot.com
Whether you bagged tickets to Oasis or not, you can still have your own English adventure with our brand new tour.| Real Word
Not just a global issue but a local one too. A local one... almost everywhere. #ShowYourStripes| Dan Q
Introduction At the beginning of this trip, I had never been to Europe or travelled beyond the United States and Canada. Tuesday night after playing a very competitive game of Uno in the airport, I boarded my flight to Oxford. When the bus pulled into the city, I could not stop looking at the buildings […]| Study Abroad
By Richard Walker Last September, we were just taking our seats in the New Theatre, Oxford to see Patti Smith Continue readingMusic, drugs and living the Highlife The post Music, drugs and living the Highlife first appeared on Amaurea Press.| Amaurea Press
Financial disparities across colleges in Oxford make it that student welfare provisions are a lottery and University support is not enough to make up| Cherwell
Oxford City Council have released details on a suggested proposal to abolish Oxfordshire’s six councils and replace them with three new ones.| Cherwell
Safe Celebrators, a new student-led peer support initiative, was launched this week by Brasenose College and St Catherine’s College JCRs.| Cherwell
It’s a damp Tuesday afternoon, and W.H. Auden is waiting patiently at the bus stop. He’s been there seventeen minutes.| Cherwell
Recent crackdowns on student protest have raised questions over its future, particularly at Oxford, where the past year has seen many| Cherwell
As we walk down Green Dragon Lane, I think for the hundredth time it could do with a pelican crossing. Of course, it makes it easier for the hearse that it doesn’t.| Cherwell
Kavya Kapadia explores the politicised publication of Doctor Zhivago, the Cold War, and writing amidst governmental attempts to silence.| Cherwell
Cherwell has analysed admissions data and found that over 10% of Oxford offers come from just 14 schools, overwhelmingly selective and in the south| Cherwell
My Name’5 Doddie Foundation announced a multimillion-pound investment in MND treatments for a project led by scientists at Oxford.| Cherwell
On Wednesday 9th April, the hockey Men’s Blues beat Cardiff Met 4-2 in the BUCS Premier playoff to stay up for another year| Cherwell
This will be a talk for the Logic Seminar at the Mathematical Institute of the University of Oxford, 29 May 2025 5pm Andrew Wiles Building. Abstract. For a given computably enumerable set $W$, consider the spectrum of assertions of the … Continue reading →| Joel David Hamkins
Should the organ scholarship be abolished? At the time of writing, 23 of the 43 colleges in Oxford offer organ awards. These consist in a mixture of funding, housing privileges, and symbolic perks such as the right to don a scholar’s gown. It is no secret that those who secure the scholarship are likely to […]| Cherwell
London is England’s capital city now, but when was it founded? And what was the capital of England before London?| The Historic England Blog
A UN judge studying for a DPhil at Oxford University has been found guilty of modern slavery, witness intimidation, and immigration offences.| Cherwell
Spectators, umpires and poorly timed pedestrians lined the banks and, as you made your way down the towpath, Torpids was on every tongue.| Cherwell
Oxford Union voted that they believe there is no moral difference between American and Russian foreign policy| Cherwell
Does love really conquer all? An Oxford student discusses the ups and downs of dating a member of The Other Place.| Cherwell
The design team at M Moser Associates shares how they blended work and play for client Oxford Properties Group latest project - The Stack.| Work Design Magazine
Visitors to Oxford Castle & Prison can take a guided tour and learn about the history of the prison and the lives of the prisoners who were held there. The tour provides an in-depth look into the harsh conditions of the prison and the daily lives of the prisoners. It’s not just a history lesson, […] The post Oxford Prison Cells appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
One of the most iconic structures within the castle is St. George's Tower. This tower was originally built in the 12th century and served as a prison for over 800 years. The post St Georges Tower appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Five fascinating facts about Mead "The Nectar of the Gods"; from its ancient origins up to its modern resurgence. The post Nectar of the Gods: Five Facts About Mead. appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Oxford’s important role in the English Civil Wars explains the many sightings of Royalist ghosts over the years. However, one ghost had a particularly significant role in the conflict: King Charles I. Why does the spirit of the ill-fated King walk the Oxford’s streets? The Early Life of Charles I Charles I was born in […] The post The Ghosts of Oxford: King Charles I appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Mary Blandy is one of Oxford’s most famous murderers and her spirit may still wander the city. Oxford’s middle class was shocked by the scandal of Blandy being sentenced to death for the murder of her father, Francis, in 1752. Her Life Mary Blandy was born in 1720 into a middle class family and received […] The post The Ghosts of Oxford: Mary Blandy appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Court jesters in medieval England had the important role of entertaining the court and keeping the royals happy. While they are remembered in modern times as jokers who wore funny hats, their role was not always filled with laughs. The Job of Jesters Court jesters lifted the mood at court with entertainment. This included […] The post Court Jesters in Medieval England appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Dragons appear in different cultures across the world. Each myth describes a different appearance, though often similar to a lizard or snake. Some myths illustrate dragons as a bit of a nuisance, while others describe terrifying flying creatures that breathe fire. They have become common creatures in popular culture and fascinate people worldwide. Dragons in […] The post Dragons in English Mythology appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
In the 16th and 17th centuries suspicion of witchcraft was at its height. In England and other nations across Europe there were trials and executions of suspected witches, including in Oxford. Hundreds died in England as a result. The Beginning The first law relating to witchcraft in England was not introduced until the reign of […] The post The Horrific History of Witch Trials in England appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
The English Civil Wars (1642-51) between Parliamentarians and Royalists is one of the deadliest conflicts in British history. As the Royalist capital, Oxford was at the centre of it. The war also had an impact on one of the biggest celebrations of the year: Christmas. Interested in Christmas during the medieval era? Read our blog […] The post Christmas during the English Civil Wars appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Spooky season is fast approaching and Oxford is home to plenty of sinister stories of hauntings and spirits. Here are some creepy ghost stories of Oxford perfect if you want a bit of a scare. The Ghost of Empress Matilda Matilda, the daughter and heir of Henry I, faced war against her cousin, Stephen. He […] The post The Spooky Ghost Stories of Oxford appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Oxford Prison eventually closed its doors as a prison in 1996 and remained closed until 2006 when it opened up as a hotel and attraction. You can find out more about us on Facebook! Here is a picture when it was a prison taken by Thames Valley Police’s helicopter: You can clearly see A Wing, […] The post On the record: Looking back at HMP Oxford appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
One of the characters at Oxford Castle Unlocked is a man known as Rowland Jenkes who, while appearing at Oxford Assize Court in the 16th century, put a curse on the court and as a result, over 300 people died in the city of Oxford. It is a fascinating story brilliantly portrayed a fellow tour […] The post On the Record: The Black Assize appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Our Queen, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has two birthdays, her actual birthday on 21st April and another on the second Saturday of June known as the Queen’s Official Birthday. This was first celebrated in 1748 under the reign of King George II to celebrate the birthday of the Monarch with what is now known […] The post On the Record: The Queen’s in Oxford appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
This Sunday we celebrate St George’s Day. A day of celebration. Friends getting together and enjoying a good St George’s Day lunch which always includes Roast Beef and Yorkshire puddings. St George’s day was celebrated in St George’s Crypt up until the closure of Oxford Prison in 1996. As a Detective I would often attend […] The post On the Record: St George’s Day celebrations appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
In 1120, in a move usually portrayed in a Sword and Sorcery TV show, King Henry I of England, declared his only daughter, the intelligent and resilient Matilda, his rightful successor to the English throne. Furthermore, to ensure his succession plans were carried out after his death, Henry asked his royal courtiers to swear an […] The post Empress Matilda – Lady of the English appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
We’ve been sharing ghost stories from our team all week, which we think shows just how haunted our 1000 year old buildings are! If you weren’t scared by our previous ghost stories, perhaps this one from Mr Jenkes will spook you. Mr Jenkes divulged an intriguing tale of a tour he once took, in which […] The post Oxford Castle Ghosts – Chapter Four appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
The summer holidays are almost upon us which means six whole weeks of finding things to entertain the children. Look no further. We’ve put together our top six summer events in Oxford and Oxfordshire, one for each week! 1. Kids go FREE Thursday 21 July – Friday 2 September Oxford Castle Unlocked, 44-46 Oxford Castle, […] The post What to see, where to go in Oxford this Summer! appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Day 2 Wow – what a great first day you’ve enjoyed in the city. If you missed our blog post for day 1, click here to catch up! Right – up for the next 48 hours in Oxford? 10am: City Sightseeing After your walking adventure yesterday evening with Bill Spectre, we thought you could start […] The post 48 Hours in Oxford – Part 2 appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
If you’ve planned a city break to Oxford and really want to make the most of your 48 hours in the city of dreaming spires, read on! We’ve done the hard work for you with an Oxford itinerary packed full of all the best bits… Day 1 11am – Start your day with a short […] The post 48 Hours in Oxford – Part 1 appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
It might feel like it has just been the Easter holidays but May half term is imminent! We’ve rounded up a list of the top five family events to take the kids to this half term… Kids Go Half Price at Oxford Castle Unlocked Open from 10am daily, Adult: £10.75, Child: £3.75* Seeing as you’re […] The post Top 5 Half Term Family Events appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
The Magna Carta is considered to be one of the most important documents in history. Signed 800 years ago by King John of England, it essentially agrees that everyone, including monarchs, are subject to the Law. Since the original document was signed in Runnymede on 15 June 1215, it has been substantially rewritten but is […] The post Celebrating 800 years since the Magna Carta – How was Oxford involved? appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
As Lent begins, many of us are choosing our firm favourites as the thing we will be giving up. A challenge for most, many people will not make it until Easter on 5th April. So spare a thought for Oxford Castle prisoners of 1840 since the typical diet of an Oxford Castle prisoner would make […] The post Diet of an Oxford Castle Prisoner appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
We are a far more romantic location than you would expect. This Valentine's Day, we're sharing the story of The Lilburne's.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Oxford Flow, a spin-out from the University of Oxford's Thermofluids Institute, has raised €23.7 million in a Series C funding round co-led by bp Ventures| EU-Startups
A couple of weeks ago, I was fortunate to secure a place on an evening tour of the Radcliffe Camera in Oxford. Just off the High Street, it is one of the iconic buildings that form part of the University of Oxford. Built in 1737–49 to a design by James Gibb, it was originally intended […]| Penny Hampson
On Thursday 18th July, as Keir Starmer visited Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, the Oxfordshire Badger Group (OBG) presented a petition, with over 50,000 signatures to Oxford University School …| The Badger Crowd - standing up for badgers
Athelstan (or Æthelstan), the Anglo-Saxon ruler, is considered the first King of England, who reigned from AD 924 to 939.| The Historic England Blog
Unpick the legacy of the historian who made pioneering contributions to history and international feminism.| The Historic England Blog
Cherwell sat down with Lord Patton to discuss a decline in higher education funding; fears over foreign influence; and why Oxford is the UK's best.| Cherwell
Discover when the oldest house in England was built. The earliest domestic house, Saltford Manor House, could date from the 12th century.| The Historic England Blog
This story is presented by Visit Oxford.If you ask people what they love most about the Square in Oxford, Mississippi, chances are every person will give you a different answer.That’s because the area has a little something for everyone, no matter what mood they’re in or what time of the day it is. ...| It's a Southern Thing
This article is about the Lazyman Oxford Dress Shoes, a versatile (yet controversial) slip on shoe that makes an excellent every day shoe.| Misiu Academy