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Oxford Open Doors 2026
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Date & Time
Sat, 12 Sep 2026
09:00 - 19:00
Venue
Various venues across Oxford
Price
Free
Tickets
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Explore Oxford's hidden gems for free during this annual weekend celebration of the city's heritage.
Why you should come
AI-powered• Explore the Painted Room and Rewley Road Swing Bridge with Oxford Preservation Trust experts
• Access University of Oxford colleges and private gardens usually closed to the general public
• Take heritage bus tours from the Oxford Bus Museum to explore the city's transport history
Event Highlights
- •Free access to nearly 150 historic sites and university buildings across Oxford
- •Guided walks through hidden corners like Love Lane and Holywell Cemetery
- •Live heritage skill demonstrations including stone carving and screen printing
- •Heritage bus tours operated by the Oxford Bus Museum
- •Exclusive entry to private University of Oxford colleges and historic barges
Programme
Saturday 12 September 2026
Oxford Open Doors Day 1
A full day of free access to various historic sites, colleges, and guided tours across Oxford.
Sunday 13 September 2026
Oxford Open Doors Day 2
The second day of the city-wide event featuring heritage workshops, walks, and site openings.
Organized by: Oxford Preservation Trust
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