Life as We Know It - Late Night at Oxford Museum of Natural History
Overview
Join Alison for a special Late Night exploring Life, as we know it and our understanding of the natural world. From evolution to dinosaurs, and ecosystems to biodiversity, the story of life on Earth will come alive through stalls, specimens, pop-up talks, and experts on hand to chat.
Discover the art and science behind the newly refreshed displays, spanning present-day biomes to Oxfordshire’s deep past — all with a drink from the bar beneath illuminated dinosaurs.
The tickets are free, but I did make a charity donation as requested at checkout, you are free to make further donations at the event if you see fit.
We will meet for dinner beforehand at Gusto Italian at 6.30pm and then move to the museum around 8.30pm, it is open until 10pm. Please select the correct ticket type when booking so that we know the correct numbers for the restauarant and the museum.
Includes
- Spice Host
- Tickets to the event
- Charity donation
- Seat at reserved table in restaurant (if required)
Extras
- Any food, drinks or merchandise required
Oxford University Museum of Natural History holds an internationally significant collection of natural history specimens and archives in a stunning example of neo-Gothic architecture. It is home to a lively programme of research, teaching and events focused on the sciences of the natural environment.
Oxford University Museum of Natural History was established in 1860 to draw together scientific studies from across the University of Oxford. Today, the award-winning Museum continues to be a place of scientific research, collecting and fieldwork, and plays host to a programme of events, exhibitions and activities for the public and school students of all ages.
Highlights in the collections include the world's first scientifically described dinosaur – Megalosaurus bucklandii – and the world-famous Oxford Dodo, the only soft tissue remains of the extinct dodo.
The Museum is part of the University of Oxford's Gardens, Libraries and Museums and is overseen by the Board of Visitors and supported by Honorary Associates. The Pitt Rivers Museum of anthropology and archaeology adjoins the Museum building.
Location & Itinerary
Oxford University Museum of Natural History is located in the centre of Oxford on Parks Road, OX1 3PW. It is a five-minute walk from the Bodleian Libraries and in the same building as the Pitt Rivers Museum. The Museum encourages visitors to make use of Oxford's excellent green travel provisions, including Park and Ride services and cycle routes. For more information, see below.
Oxford Congestion Charge
Oxfordshire County Council has now introduced a congestion charge for cars to enter Oxford through the 6 congestion charging locations around the city. A charge of £5 is applied to all cars without a permit and must be paid to the Council by midnight on the same day. Visitors to the Museum are encouraged to travel in by public transport or take the Park and Ride into Oxford.
Residents of Oxford and Oxfordshire can apply for a permit from Oxfordshire County Council. A wider set of eligibility criteria for free passes, and further information about the charge, can be found on the County Council website.
Bus
There are regular buses from Oxford station that stop within walking distance of the Museum. From Bus Stop R4 at the train station, take the 500, 14 or 14A. Alight after eight stops at the Keble Road bus stop. For further information on buses please refer to bus company websites, Oxford Bus and Stagecoach. Both companies offer day tickets which can provide a cost-effective way to travel around Oxfordshire.
Bicycle
There are cycling lanes on Parks Road and throughout Oxford, allowing you access to the Museum by bicycle. Please use bike racks available on Parks Road or outside the Robert Hooke building (on the right side of the Museum, as viewed from Parks Road).
Train
The Museum is a 20-minute walk from Oxford train station (Oxford Parkway station is further from the city centre). Directions for walking from the train station:
- Take the pedestrian crossing and walk up Beaumont Street. You will see the Ashmolean Museum on your left and the Randolph Hotel on your right.
- Once you get to the end of Beaumont Street, you will see a junction and a series of pedestrian crossings. First, cross the road so that you are on the same side as the Randolph Hotel, then take the pedestrian crossing to your left – towards the Martyr’s Memorial. Cross over the bus lane, so that you are back on the pavement.
- Walk up this street, with the Ashmolean across the road on your left, until you come to an archway alongside the Lamb & Flag pub. Enter the archway and walk along the narrow passageway past the tree. This will open out into a larger street, which you should follow until you see a pedestrian crossing at the end of the road.
- Cross the road and you will immediately see a large Gothic building with large oak doors; this is the Museum. Enter through the front doors.
Park and Ride
Oxford is well served by a number of Park and Ride services from different parts of outer Oxford, with City Centre stops within walking distance of the Museum. There are five Park and Ride car parks (on the A40 at Headington; Redbridge, Abingdon Road, near Kennington; Pear Tree Roundabout, Woodstock Road; Oxford Parkway, Banbury Road, Kidlington; and Seacourt at Botley).
| Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Member Ticket + Dinner Reservation | £2.50 | Available |
| Member Ticket Only | £2.50 | Available |
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