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May
1st - Singing from Magdalen Tower 6am
Drinking,
partying, singing and the occasional pencil dive from Magdalen bridge
has long been associated with Oxford's May Day celebrations. Jumping
off Magdalen Bridge in full evening dress was once a cherished part
of Oxford's May morning tradition but jumpers have been paralysed
in the past and as a result the city council has put in place safety
plans to cope with the several thousand people who are expected
to gather near the bridge.
If
you were snapped by one of the BBC online team then check
out your photo here:
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Open
Air Pool opens
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Why
not cool off in Hinksey Pools?
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If
you
want to cool down but don't fancy being arrested, then why not try
Hinskey
Pools in Oxford. The recent balmy temperatures
are sure to boost attendences at one of Oxfordshire's best open-air
pools. The opening hours over the bank holiday weekend is 9.00am
to 6.00pm on Saturday & Sunday. Normal opening hours Monday
to Friday are 7.30am to 9.00am / 10.00am to 6.00pm. Hinksey Pools
are in Lake Street off the Abingdon Road, approximately 1 mile south
of the City Centre. (Hear
Mark Bosworth's Hinksey Pools Documentary)
Weekend
Clubbing
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Join
the "slinky" crowd at Parkend
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Although
there are alcohol restrictions in the city centre before dawn, those
who come out to play at night over the weekend will have no problems
getting a pint with all of Oxford's clubs open for business. One
of the highlights of includes Sunday's visit of the superclub "Slinky"
at Parkend. The clubbing giants brings "Queen of Bosh"
Anne Savage to the decks. Other DJ's on the night include former
Gatecrasher resident Scott Bond and Republic stalwarts AJ Gibson
and Silica. Oxford's colleges are also holding their traditional
May Day balls
including Linacre's European themed Cruise.
History
at Blenheim
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Blenheim
Palace revisits history.
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If
you want to taste some local history this May bank holiday weekend,
Woodstock is the place to be. Blenheim
Palace is launching 'A Call To Arms'. There are a series
of events marking the 300th anniversary of John Churchill's momentous
victory at the Battle of Blenheim. These include reinactments of
the battle, drill practice and the hourly changing of the sentries.
BBC Radio Oxford will be holding an outside broadcast from Woodstock
to cover the festivities 10am-1pm on Saturday.
Weekend
Footie
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The
U's will be battling for points.
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If
you fancy a "May Day away day", you could join the hundreds
of Oxford United
football fans who are travelling up the motorways to Macclesfield.
The U's are in desperate need of three points to keep their faultering
promotion hopes alive. Ticket and travel information are available
through the official Oxford
United website and by contacting the club directly.in the
world - the same size as an office block - will be making its public
debut when it is unleashed at the event.
May
1st - Gay Pride
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Gay
Pride Day at Oxpens
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If
you find traditional May Day celebrations a drag, Oxford will be
providing its second ever Gay Pride day.
A dance
tent will provide entertainment from 2.00pm through 'til 7.00pm.
A fun fair will provide fun for everyone to enjoy. Plenty of food,
bar and stalls to browse throughout the day. See are article on
last
years event
May
3rd Medieval May Day
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Chipping
Norton will be holding a Medieval Day
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Why
not visit Chipping Norton on 3rd May. The town will be hosting a
Medieval May Day to celebrate the 800th Anniversary of King John
granting permission for the town to hold a market every year for
fours days from the 3rd May.
A produce
and craft market will start in the morning through to a medieval
feast in the Town Hall in the evening.
Everyone
is encouraged to dress for the theme to add to the atmosphere. There
will be a tug of war tournament, circle dancing, story telling,
minstrels, jesters, historic walks bell ringing, great food to buy
as well as Medieval games to get involved with.
May
3rd Mayfly music event
This
Bank Holiday event features the live music stage, which will host
local & national bands. As in previous years the music will
be combine with the usual stalls, inflatables and other children's
entertainment
Venue:
South Parks
Admission: Free
Time: 12 noon to 6.00pm
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