
Dérive: an escape from Christmas
Sat 28 Nov · 13:00
Sheldonian Theatre
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Dérive: an escape from Christmas will occur on 28 November 2026 at the Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford. Participants will embark on a guided walk, allowing chance to dictate their route, culminating at a nearby pub.
**Experience the magic** […] **of the city!** *— erased from an [Oxford Christmas market advert](https://www.christmasinoxford.co.uk/#:~:text=Experience%20the%20magic%20of%20the%20season%20at%20Oxford%E2%80%99s%20Christmas%20Market%20with%20festive%20gifts%2C%20seasonal%20foods%2C%20and%20entertainment%20in%20the%20heart%20of%20the%20city)* A dérive is a drift. We split into small groups and let chance choose every turn. **Some practicalities...** * Meet at 1pm outside the Sheldonian, by the stone heads on Broad Street. We set off at 1:15 and after that we’re adrift. * About an hour of gentle walking, rain or shine. * We finish at whichever pub chance leaves us nearest. * If plans change, please update your RSVP. It helps me plan the groups. [Thursday evenings return on 14 January](https://www.meetup.com/cadavre-exquis-community-for-the-curious/events/317237467/?slug=cadavre-exquis-community-for-the-curious&eventId=317237467).
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Dérive: an escape from Christmas takes place on Saturday, 28 November 2026 at 13:00.
Dérive: an escape from Christmas is held at Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford (Broad St, Oxford OX1 3AZ, UK, Oxford, OX1 3AZ).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Sheldonian Theatre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Dérive: an escape from Christmas can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Dérive: an escape from Christmas will occur on 28 November 2026 at the Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford. Participants will embark on a guided walk, allowing chance to dictate their route, culminating at a nearby pub.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
**Experience the magic** […] **of the city!** *— erased from an [Oxford Christmas market advert](https://www.christmasinoxford.co.uk/#:~:text=Experience%20the%20magic%20of%20the%20season%20at%20Oxford%E2%80%99s%20Christmas%20Market%20with%20festive%20gifts%2C%20seasonal%20foods%2C%20and%20entertainment%20in%20the%20heart%20of%20the%20city)* A dérive is a drift. We split into small groups and let chance choose every turn. **Some practicalities...** * Meet at 1pm outside the Sheldonian, by the stone heads on Broad Street. We set off at 1:15 and after that we’re adrift. * About an hour of gentle walking, rain or shine. * We finish at whichever pub chance leaves us nearest. * If plans change, please update your RSVP. It helps me plan the groups. [Thursday evenings return on 14 January](https://www.meetup.com/cadavre-exquis-community-for-the-curious/events/317237467/?slug=cadavre-exquis-community-for-the-curious&eventId=317237467).
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Hotels within walking distance of Sheldonian Theatre. Searching near Broad St, Oxford OX1 3AZ, UK, Oxford, OX1 3AZ; check-in Saturday, 28 November 2026.
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Broad St, Oxford OX1 3AZ, UK, Oxford, OX1 3AZ
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Dérive: an escape from Christmas?
Dérive: an escape from Christmas takes place on Saturday, 28 November 2026 at 13:00.
Where is Dérive: an escape from Christmas taking place?
Dérive: an escape from Christmas is held at Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford (Broad St, Oxford OX1 3AZ, UK, Oxford, OX1 3AZ).
Is there anywhere to stay near Dérive: an escape from Christmas?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Sheldonian Theatre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Dérive: an escape from Christmas?
Tickets for Dérive: an escape from Christmas can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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