Possible Oxford Trip
The idea of this trip is to fuse some pool & snooker action, with the historical sites & modern sounds that the 'city of dreaming spires' has to offer.
Who's going on this thing?:
- Matt (if anyone else goes)
- Possibly Elin
- Hopefully Tim and some other people...
When to go:
One weekend should do the trick - to get there on a Saturday, and come back on the Sunday.
Maybe in March or April 08.
What to do:
During the day:
- Snooker &/or Pool (where?)
- Punting on the Thames - Punt rental available at Magdalen Bridge [31], from Salter's [32] at Folly Bridge, and from the Cherwell Boathouse [33] in North Oxford.
Nightlife:
- Po Na Na's, 13-15 Magdalen Street. Don't be put off by the inconspicuous entrance - below is a relatively small, mysteriously decorated (apparently its Moroccan), funky cave, with great not-too-loud music, and an unusual and relaxed atmosphere. Cocktails 2 for 1 between 9 and 10:30.
- Maxwell's, 36-37 Queen Street, +044 01865 242192. [45] 11:30AM-2AM daily. Bar and restaurant by day; cocktails and nightclub by evening. Claims to have the longest bar in Oxford. £3-£5 cover (after 10PM).
Where to stay?
- YHA Oxford , 2a Botley Road, (in UK) 0870 770 5970, (outside UK) +44 01865 727275, fax +044 01865 251182, [1] [2] Housed in a brand new, purpose-built building next to the railway station and minutes from the city centre, prices from £20.50 adult, £15.50 under 18s.
- Central Backpackers Hostel, 13 Park End Street, +044 01865 242288 [3] Only recently opened and situated on one of Oxford's liveliest streets. Clean and airy. From £14.
- Oxford Backpackers, 9a Hythe Bridge Street, +044 01865 721761, fax +044 01865 203293. [4] [5] Cheap and a little dingy. Conveniently located for both the rail and bus stations (2 mins walk). Dorm beds from £13.