Jul 03
Thanks to all the organisers, helpers, performers, audiences and spectators who took part in this year’s festival. We were blessed with great weather, although sadly it was too hot for the Dog Show. Here are some links to remind you of what took place.
Pictures by Nick Malden, Paul Bullivant and Rob Judges
If you enjoyed the Festival there is still an opportunity to make a donation here
Thanks to all and see you next year!
Jun 09
This promises to be a great show! Tickets are £10 online at Ticketsource, call 07769 670159 or on Sundays, 10-12pm from the White Hart Community Market from 1st June. Licensed bar.
Click here for tickets (booking fee applies)
Parking is very limited, so please arrive by public transport, bike or on foot.
May 19
Exciting news—the 2025 Wolvercote & Wytham Festival is just around the corner! Discover the full lineup of incredible events by clicking the link. Printed programmes will be available in pubs, shops, churches, and other public spaces ahead of the May bank holiday. It will also be printed in the June edition of the Flying Goose. You can also view or download the programme online. While most events are free to attend, please remember that booking is required for those with limited capacity.
Apr 23
Wolvercote and Wytham Midsummer Festival is on 20–29 June 2025.
This year, the Festival theme is ‘On the Wild Side’—any interpretation you choose!
We are looking for local poets to contribute one or two poems and join us for a convivial evening of readings, music, and wine in a lovely setting.
The Poetry & Music Evening will be held on Monday, 23rd June.
Time: 7.30-9.30
Venue: St. Peter’s Church Rooms
with access to a very pleasant outdoor courtyard, good for a sunny evening.
Please send by June 1st one or two of your poems on this year’s theme to:
Ros Bleach at bleachfamily@hotmail.com and Phillipa Hardman at phillipa.hardman@virginmedia.com.
Apr 14
Your adventure, “On the Wildside,” is all about discovering the twelve numbered locations and their wildlife features hidden within the images. The best part? Every location can be reached on foot, using public paths or common land around Wolvercote and Wytham.
To help you get started, download the map here and use it to mark where you think each image belongs. Ready for a fun challenge? Each picture comes with two questions:
Some might be a bit tricky, but that’s all part of the fun!
Remember, this treasure hunt is just for enjoyment, but if you’d like an answer sheet once you’re done, simply email us at events@wolvercote.org.
A big thank you to Amanda Saville for designing this treasure hunt for the Festival Committee. Now, good luck, and happy exploring!
Nov 18
Come and hear the latest and have your say on the work of the Forum, CIL money, Oxford North, other local developments and more at our Open Meeting and AGM. Refreshments will be provided by Wolvercote W.I.
7.45pm on 20 November, at Cutteslowe Community Centre, Wren Road, Oxford OX2 7SX
Please consider joining our Steering Committee at the AGM.
For any enquiries email: wolvercotenf@gmail.com
Here are the documents for the meeting:
Wolvercote Neighbourhood Forum | representing the community from Port Meadow to Cutteslowe Park
Oct 17
Tuesday 22nd October 7.30pm at the Baptist Church Hall
We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help plan and run the Festival next year. You don’t have to sit on the committee although we are seeking a new Treasurer.
Please come along to the AGM with your ideas and hear how we have distributed this year’s funds to local groups. Any help is always appreciated.
The festival next year will run between 20/21st and 28/29th June 2025.
Jul 13
Thank you for supporting this year’s Midsummer Festival. Please find some images and poems from the festival on the following links. If you have enjoyed the festival you can still make a donation for local causes here.
Festival Pictures – Nick Malden
Fun Fest Pop-up photo studio – Paul Bullivant
Music Night Pictures – Paul Bullivant
St Peter’s Fete Pop-up Studio – Paul Bullivant
