Oxford does not hibernate. Even when the light is still a bit grey and the coffee queues are long, the city is quietly packed with exhibitions, tours and one off events that are genuinely worth your time. Here is our edit of what to see and book this month. Art and culture aren't extras here. They're part of what keeps Oxford interesting, questioning and alive. These spaces create room for conversation, experimentation and new perspectives. Showing up matters. Buying a ticke

Proof that you don’t need to spend a penny to experience the best of the city Oxford has a reputation for being expensive. And yes, if you lean into tasting menus, college dining halls and boutique hotels, you can spend quickly. But the truth is, some of the very best things to do here cost absolutely nothing. This is a city built for wandering. For ducking into centuries-old buildings. For lingering in galleries. For sitting by the river with a coffee you brought from home.