Population

120.000

Climate

Located in central England, Oxford’s weather is generally mild but sometimes hard to predict. The winter months can get very wet while the summer months usually get a lot of sunshine.

Description

Oxford is situated in the central south region of England, and is about 90 kilometres from London. It is quite a small city with a population of approximately 120,000. There are two universities in Oxford so there are about 30,000 students, from all parts of Britain and abroad, who live in Oxford too. Oxford is a historical city and offers a lively social life: there is always plenty to see and do. Walking around the city is a good way to admire the wonderful architecture of the famous university college buildings, to visit the many museums, and to enjoy the many beautiful parks and gardens near the River Thames.

To see

Oxford University colleges, especially Christchurch, Magdalen and Queens Oxford Castle in Oxford's oldest new quarter Cathedral of 16th-century Christ Church The Botanic Gardens,a peaceful place to relax in the city centre The Oxford Story, an interactive museum - the sights and sounds of Oxford's past Carfax Tower, a fantastic view of the city

To do

If you're feeling energetic, you can choose from an ice-rink, three swimming pools, free tennis courts and football fields. Membership at sports centres and fitness clubs is cheaper for students. There are also golf clubs, watersports and horse-riding facilities nearby. Eat and drink in one of the many cafes/restaurants in the Oxford Castle development or along the River Thames. Watch great British movies and world cinema in The Phoenix Film house. Open-air Shakespeare, in Headington Hill Park and Oxford Castle.

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