Finance & Governance Officer (part-time) and an Assistant Heritage & Planning Officer (full-time). Click for full details ...
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OPT membership - the perfect Xmas gift
Free year round entry to Oxford Castle & Prison and mound, social events, historic talks, walks, unique experiences at Oxford Open Doors and the opportunity to make new friends. All whilst...
OPT Awards 2018
This year was the 41st year of the OPT Awards! Click here for the full list of winners
Year round free entry to Oxford Castle and Prison
Did you know that OPT members receive year round free entry to Oxford Castle and Prison, as well as a 10% discount in the gift shop and café?
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Our Medieval Merchant's House
Did you know that you can visit our Medieval Merchant's house in Abingdon?
The house on East St. Helen Street is the oldest in Abingdon, with construction being dated at 1430. It is full...
We are 90!
For 90 years we've been striving to keep the best of Oxford's past and building a brighter future.
If you love Oxford, support us and the crucial work that we do and become a member. You'...
Looking for a new walk this spring?
If you fancy getting out and about more this spring, why not try a walk on some of our land?
Over the 90 years since we first began, we have sought to protect Oxford's green setting for...
Do something positive for Oxford
If you are passionate about Oxford and ensuring a positive future for this special city, then why not join us?
We are a 90 year old charity and quite simply, Oxford wouldn't be the same...
A historical tale of supplying water to Oxford
We wanted to share this fascinating piece written by Malcolm Graham. Enjoy.
We are 90!
We celebrated our 90th birthday on Saturday 18th November with a get together and some birthday cake in our cherished venue of the Painted Rooms. We were joined by members longstanding and new...
We've got Christmas wrapped up!
Are you struggling to think of Christmas presents for your nearest and dearest? We can help! If you are a member, we have two great offers for you:
1. Our brilliant Heritage Walk books (...
Record numbers of Snake’s Head Fritillaries found on OPT land.
OPT are delighted to announce a record number of the much loved but unfortunately rare Snake’s Head Fritillaries on one of their carefully cared for meadows.
Thanks to some early warm...
Hurry! There are Vacant Moorings available.
Moorings in Oxfordshire are in constant demand, but we are pleased to announce that we have a recreational mooring available to rent at Godstow. Contact Freddie on 01865 269172 for full details....
Sale of Nuneham Park Estate
Oxford University is treating Nuneham Park, with its Grade I listed garden designed by Capability Brown for its views of the Thames and Oxford, the Carfax Conduit and the adjoining model...
Christchurch v Christ Church - exploring heritage links
OPT Director, Debbie Dance, offers a view point on proposals to rebuild Christ Church Cathedral in New Zealand. ...
Volunteering opportunities at Oxford Castle
The Learning Team at Oxford Castle are looking for volunteers to assist with our programme for schools and families.
If you’re able to offer an extra pair of hands to help...
Latest planning projects
Planning lies at the heart of everything we do. Our Planning Panel recently met to discuss the Oxford Local Plan and we have written to the City Council to understand more about how they are to...
Latest edition in our Heritage Book series
Get your copy of the latest edition in our Heritage Book series unveiling the history behind our streets before your very eyes. Book 4 ‘ From Paradise Street to Sheepwash’...
Harcourt Hill Appeal
We have been delighted by the success of the Harcourt Hill Field appeal which raised £120,000 to allow us to open the Field to the public and connect the walk across the western hills from Raleigh...