The Second Oxfordshire based artist presenting artworks in the Attic Galley case is Gabrielle Venus, a site-specific multimedia artist working with found objects. A Goldsmiths graduate, Gabrielle has exhibited across London and the south-east, most recently at Ovada in Oxford with ‘Hatched’. She is exhibiting with two shelf-based installations – ‘Exposure’ and ‘The Quality Of […]
The word ‘monument’ can mean many different things. In this exhibition, we take it to mean major buildings and other structures which served public purposes, and which were deliberately designed to be impressive – to make an impact. All the Abingdon monuments in this exhibition were once very impressive constructions, but have now vanished completely. […]
A concert by Wantage Academy Brass and Youth Brass, raising funds for three charities: The Abingdon Bridge (TAB), TARIRO - Hope for Youth in Zimbabwe and St Michael's Church Abingdon. Tickets price £12 adults, £10 concessions, age 16 and under free, are available from The Bookstore, Bury Street, Abingdon, St Michael's Church and on the […]
Domestic work is critical to health and well-being. Societies cannot function without regular meals cooked, clothes and homes cleaned, and people cared for. It is also very time consuming and generally shared unequally within and between households. Women continue to do more unpaid domestic work than men in the majority of households, though the extent of gender […]
All aboard! The Puppet Theatre Barge is one of the UK's most unique venues, a 50 seat puppet theatre inside a beautifully converted Thames barge. The theatre will be visiting Abbey Meadows this summer with their new show The Selfish Giant, a puppetry production for all the family. Public performances between July 22nd and August 13th, […]
Step aside from the stresses of daily life and enjoy an afternoon in beautiful gardens and newly refurbished palladian villa, followed by two hours of live performance, wisdom from master yogis, songs and a powerful collective meditation for peace. 2.00pm – 4.30pm – House and Grounds Open 5.00pm – 7.00pm – Main Stage Event
Step aside from the stresses of daily life and enjoy an afternoon in beautiful gardens and newly refurbished palladian villa, followed by two hours of live performance, wisdom from master yogis, songs and a powerful collective meditation for peace. 2.00pm – 4.30pm – House and Grounds Open 5.00pm – 7.00pm – Main Stage Event URLs: […]
Cygnets' focus is on the teaching of traditional drawing, painting and sculpture, combined with unique projects; experienced teachers, and professional quality materials. We run term time courses, holiday workshops, and private classes for ages 5+. This August join us for our holiday workshops at The Northcourt Centre. Book now!
All aboard! The Puppet Theatre Barge is one of the UK's most unique venues, a 50 seat puppet theatre inside a beautifully converted Thames barge. The theatre will be visiting Abbey Meadows this summer with their new show The Selfish Giant, a puppetry production for all the family. Public performances between July 22nd and August 13th, […]
Have fun designing a mosaic tile and try your hand at decorating your own spiral snake or snail. TIME: 10.30am to 12:30 & 1.30pm to 3.30pm Drop in session, booking not required FREE entry (suggested donation £1 per child) Location: Museum Basement Our volunteer-run family activities are a great way to spend a bit of […]
All aboard! The Puppet Theatre Barge is one of the UK's most unique venues, a 50 seat puppet theatre inside a beautifully converted Thames barge. The theatre will be visiting Abbey Meadows this summer with their new show The Selfish Giant, a puppetry production for all the family. Public performances between July 22nd and August 13th, […]
All aboard! The Puppet Theatre Barge is one of the UK's most unique venues, a 50 seat puppet theatre inside a beautifully converted Thames barge. The theatre will be visiting Abbey Meadows this summer with their new show The Selfish Giant, a puppetry production for all the family. Public performances between July 22nd and August 13th, […]
All aboard! The Puppet Theatre Barge is one of the UK's most unique venues, a 50 seat puppet theatre inside a beautifully converted Thames barge. The theatre will be visiting Abbey Meadows this summer with their new show The Selfish Giant, a puppetry production for all the family. Public performances between July 22nd and August 13th, […]
All aboard! The Puppet Theatre Barge is one of the UK's most unique venues, a 50 seat puppet theatre inside a beautifully converted Thames barge. The theatre will be visiting Abbey Meadows this summer with their new show The Selfish Giant, a puppetry production for all the family. Public performances between July 22nd and August 13th, […]
Lots of varied stalls. Easy parking, great value cafe (toasties, whole breakfasts even!) Free Wi-Fi
