SUN · 20 Sep 2026
Combe Mill, Blenheim Palace Estate
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Things to do with kids in Oxford
Oxford is a historic university city on the River Thames with parks, museums and riverside walks that suit all ages. Families can spend free time in the Oxford University Museum of Natural History and the neighbouring Pitt Rivers Museum, or follow stories at the nearby Story Museum.
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This weekend near Oxford
Showing 7 family days out near your area · Sat 15 Aug – Sun 16 Aug. Add your postcode for drive times.
SUN · 18 Oct 2026
Combe Mill, Blenheim Palace Estate
3–45–78–1112+
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SAT–SUN · 11–12 July 2026
Church Lane, Ipsden
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SAT–SUN · 15–16 Aug 2026
Lake Field, Fairford
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SAT–SUN · 5–6 Sep 2026
Notgrove Estate
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SAT · 5 Sep 2026
Moreton Showground, Batsford Road
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Oxford days out, answered
What are the best family days out near Oxford?
Family days out near Oxford include The Story Museum, Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Pitt Rivers Museum, all within easy reach. Add your postcode above to sort the full list of 18 attractions by drive time from your door.
What can you do on a rainy day with kids near Oxford?
Good wet-weather options near Oxford include The Story Museum and Oxford University Museum of Natural History, both with indoor or undercover sections. Use the rainy day filter above to see all wet-weather options sorted by drive time.
What free things are there to do with kids near Oxford?
Free family days out near Oxford include Oxford University Museum of Natural History and Pitt Rivers Museum, where entry costs nothing. Tap Free only above to see all no-entry-fee options sorted by how far the drive is.
Are there SEND-friendly days out near Oxford?
Yes, Oxford Botanic Garden is listed as SEND-friendly near Oxford, with accessible paths, sensory areas or additional-needs provision. Filter by SEND-friendly above to see all options.