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Walks & Outdoors Events in Oxford

76 upcoming walks & outdoors events

Oxford's historic streets give way to a surprisingly rich tapestry of outdoor adventures. Beyond the dreaming spires, discover ancient woodlands like Wytham Woods, perfect for contemplative strolls, or explore the unique biodiversity of Botley Cemetery. For a different perspective, take to the water with a traditional punting experience, a quintessential Oxford pastime. The city's connection to nature extends to dedicated environmental centres, offering guided explorations of the local flora and fauna. Whether you're seeking a gentle ramble along the Thames or a more immersive woodland experience, Oxford presents a charming blend of academic heritage and accessible natural beauty for all to enjoy.

As of October 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 76 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Oxford, Oxfordshire, including 6 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.

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Indie Oxford Walking Meet Up at The Dog’s SpotSOLD OUT
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Indie Oxford Walking Meet Up

📍 The Dog’s Spot

Sold out at source

On the trail of the Pre-Raphaelites at Weston LibrarySOLD OUT
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On the trail of the Pre-Raphaelites

📍 Weston Library

Sold out at source

Stories of Oxford tours: An introduction to Oxford’s past at Museum of Oxford
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Stories of Oxford tours: An introduction to Oxford’s past

📍 Museum of Oxford

Family Friendly Foraging Course at Evenley Wood Garden
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Family Friendly Foraging Course

📍 Evenley Wood Garden

Finding the Sounds of the City: A walking tour exploring the music venues of Oxford city and Jericho at Museum of Oxford
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Finding the Sounds of the City: A walking tour exploring the music venues of Oxford city and Jericho

📍 Museum of Oxford

Oxford Official Ghost Tour at 23-25 Broad Street
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Oxford Official Ghost Tour

📍 23-25 Broad Street

£34.00

Man! I Feel Like Bingo! at Florence Park Community Centre
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Man! I Feel Like Bingo!

📍 Florence Park Community Centre

Finding the Sounds of the City: A walking tour exploring the music venues of St Clements and Cowley Road at Museum of Oxford
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Finding the Sounds of the City: A walking tour exploring the music venues of St Clements and Cowley Road

📍 Museum of Oxford

The Last Quiz Night on Earth at Florence Park Community Centre
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The Last Quiz Night on Earth

📍 Florence Park Community Centre

Nature Tots - Sutton Courtenay, Friday 16 October at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre
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Nature Tots - Sutton Courtenay, Friday 16 October

📍 Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre

Nature Tots - Sutton Courtenay, Saturday 17 October at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre
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Nature Tots - Sutton Courtenay, Saturday 17 October

📍 Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre

£8.92

Autumn Stroll - Sutton Courtenay, Saturday 17 October at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre
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Autumn Stroll - Sutton Courtenay, Saturday 17 October

📍 Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre

£5.73 - £11.06

Oxford October Half Term Tech Camp at Chandlings Prep School
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Oxford October Half Term Tech Camp

📍 Chandlings Prep School

£49.46

Oxford Agentic: Second Brain Bootcamp at Pitt Rivers MuseumFREE
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Oxford Agentic: Second Brain Bootcamp

📍 Pitt Rivers Museum

Business Netwalking at Blenheim Palace, Wed 21st Oct, 9.30am-11.30am at Blenheim Palace
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Business Netwalking at Blenheim Palace, Wed 21st Oct, 9.30am-11.30am

📍 Blenheim Palace

£25.00

Cheap suits/ cymbal shards at Florence Park Community Centre
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Cheap suits/ cymbal shards

📍 Florence Park Community Centre

Theatre After Dark - Haunted Tour at New Theatre OxfordFREE
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Theatre After Dark - Haunted Tour

📍 New Theatre Oxford

Notable Tree Guided Walk, Kidlington - with Dr Judy Webb & Wild Oxfordshire at St Mary's Fields Nature ReserveFREE
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Notable Tree Guided Walk, Kidlington - with Dr Judy Webb & Wild Oxfordshire

📍 St Mary's Fields Nature Reserve

Let's Walk - Oxford Canal & Jericho Circular Walk at Hythe Bridge Entrance to Oxford Canal (what3words: ///pack.boat.scan)FREE
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Let's Walk - Oxford Canal & Jericho Circular Walk

📍 Hythe Bridge Entrance to Oxford Canal (what3words: ///pack.boat.scan)

ocf present The Blue Cats / Pete Fryer Band / The Faith Healers & more tbcs & more tbc at Florence Park Community Centre
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ocf present The Blue Cats / Pete Fryer Band / The Faith Healers & more tbcs & more tbc

📍 Florence Park Community Centre

Matthew Rice A YEAR IN THE GARDEN at Blackwell's BookshopFREE
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Matthew Rice A YEAR IN THE GARDEN

📍 Blackwell's Bookshop

Day Camp, Sticks, Stories and Sparks - Sutton Courtenay, Wednesday 28 October at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre
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Day Camp, Sticks, Stories and Sparks - Sutton Courtenay, Wednesday 28 October

📍 Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre

£39.75

HALLOWEEN PURGE🩸 Oxford's Biggest Halloween Event 🎃 at Plush Oxford
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HALLOWEEN PURGE🩸 Oxford's Biggest Halloween Event 🎃

📍 Plush Oxford

£6.99

Halloween Mini Festival at Bad Girl Books at 29 Walton StFREE
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Halloween Mini Festival at Bad Girl Books

📍 29 Walton St

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Walks & Outdoors Events in Oxford — Complete Guide

Discover the vibrant walks & outdoors scene in Oxford with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates walks & outdoors events from across Oxford, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.

Whether you're looking for tonight's walks & outdoors events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best walks & outdoorsexperiences Oxford has to offer.

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How many walks & outdoors events are on in Oxford?

There are currently 76 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Oxford. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming walks & outdoors in the city.

Are there free walks & outdoors events in Oxford?

Yes — 6 of the current walks & outdoors listings in Oxford are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.

Where can I find walks & outdoors events in Oxford this weekend?

Browse this weekend's walks & outdoors events in Oxford at /oxford/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.

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Walks & Outdoors Events in Oxford — Your Complete Guide

Oxford's outdoors and walking events calendar is a revelation, particularly for those who assume that city life means being cut off from nature. The city is surrounded by parks, canals, rivers, hills and green corridors that host a year-round programme of guided walks, nature days, cycling events and outdoor adventures.

Guided walks in and around Oxford cover everything from urban history and street art tours to wildflower foraging, birdwatching mornings, canal towpath ambles, and challenging hill walks in the surrounding countryside. Many are led by passionate local experts who bring the landscape alive with stories, ecology and history.

Running events, cycling sportives, wild swimming gatherings, and outdoor boot camps make use of the city's natural assets in a more active way, drawing participants of all fitness levels. Park runs — free, timed 5K events held every Saturday morning — are enormously popular and require only a free registration.

Outdoor events in Oxford are best enjoyed with appropriate footwear and clothing for changeable British weather. Many guided walks are free or donation-based, making them one of the most accessible activities in the city. Conservation volunteer days, clean-up events and citizen science projects also feature regularly in the Oxford outdoors calendar, combining fresh air with community purpose.