Oxford Social Circle

What to expect: 🤔
Join us for a fun walking event through Oxford. We will begin by the main entrance to Oxford University Parks where we’ll take a leisurely walk through the beautiful surroundings.

Our next stop will be the Up in Arms where we’ll pause for our first drink. After enjoying some refreshments for an hour, we’ll continue our journey down to St Clements, next stopping at the Big Society for our second drink. After stopping there for an hour, we will begin walking back to the Oxford city centre, where the event will conclude at the Royal Oak, a pub near to where we began our walk. Even though the event will come to a close, members will have the opportunity to stay out for further food and drinks if they wish.

Important information: ⚠️

• This event is weather dependent
• Arriving late will lead to members having to catch the rest of us up
• The total distance walked for this event will be roughly 4 miles
• Repeated no-shows or instances of gate-crashing may result in removal from future group events
• Guests must be aged 18 or over

The plan: 💪🏻

• 2 PM - We will meet at the main entrance to Oxford University Park, next to the Crêpe O Mania crepe van.
• 2:10 PM - We'll begin our walk through the park, cutting through to Marston Road.
• 3 PM - We will stop at The Up In Arms for roughly an hour.
• 4 PM - We will begin walking to St Clements.
• 4:30 PM - We will stop for drinks at The Big Society for an hour.
• 5:30 PM - We begin walking back to the Oxford city centre.
• 6 PM - We will stop at The Royal Oak, where the event will come to a close.

All times are a rough guidance for this event.

Q&A 👀

Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions relating to this event:

I'm new and feel anxious. Is this group not right for me? 😨
Attending for the first time is pushing you out of your comfort zone, so it is normal to feel anxious on your first occasion. We always have a mixture of new and old faces. Regulars are very welcoming and it takes only 2-4 events for most members to feel settled in. My advice is to give it a shot and reflect afterwards if the event is right for you.

How will I find you? 🧐
Once the organiser arrives, they will share in the comments roughly where we are located, with a description of what they are wearing.

Will I require hiking equipment? 🥾
This is going to be a 4 mile walk, along a concrete path, so there is no need to prepare yourself for an intense hike.

Can I bring my pet dog with me? 🐕
You're welcome to bring your dog on the walk. We just ask that you take full responsibility for them and any issues that might arise. Please be aware, you will likely have to leave us once we arrive in the Big Society at 4:30 PM, as they do not allow pets.

Can I just meet you at Up In Arms or Big Society? 🍻
Yes, you can! We aim to arrive at Up In Arms at roughly 3 PM, and Big Society at approximately 4:30 PM. To make things run smoothly, please inform us in the comments if you plan to join us at these venues.

Do I have to return with you to the Royal Oak? 🌇
If leaving the event early is more convenient for you, you are welcome to leave when you see fit.

Do I have to drink alcohol? 🍻
There are no conditions to what you choose to drink, with some main organisers being non-alcoholic drinkers.

We live in Britain, surely it's going to rain? ☔
If this turns out to be the case, an alternative plan will be posted, likely being socialising in a nearby pub.

Where will I be able to park? 🚗
Whilst it's not impossible to find parking in Oxford, the limited availability, as well as costs, can make parking incredibly challenging. Therefore, we encourage members to use the most convenient public transport available.

Can I bring additional people with me? 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏽
Yes you can, providing they are aged 18 or over. You are also responsible for any potential problematic behaviours from guests you bring with you. Please put them as +1 when you check-in so we can try and find us enough space.

Is this a dating event? 👩‍❤️‍👨
Whilst we recognise and accept that relationships do form in social settings, we ask members to be mindful that this is not an event specifically for dating. Therefore, if your only reason for attending is to find your soulmate, this event will not be the right event for you.

I think I've found you, but I'm too scared to approach! Can I have the organisers contact number? 📳
As we are not a business, organisers will not be making their personal numbers public. However, we will post in the comments a rough description of where we are located, as well as a description of what the organiser is wearing. The rest is about you stepping out of your comfort zone and approaching!

If I sustain an injury during the event, will the organisers provide compensation? 🤕
Your safety is our top priority, and we go to great lengths to ensure our events are hosted in a secure and welcoming environment. However, because we operate as a community-led group rather than a commercial business, we are unable to provide compensation or insurance coverage for personal injuries. By joining us, members have agreed to take full responsibility for their own health and safety. We encourage everyone to look out for one another and participate within their own comfort levels!

Group Rules 📝
These are the policies in place for the group:

1) Be respectful of others 🙏🏼
You'll encounter diverse individuals, some of whom you may not connect with immediately. Instead of arguing, acknowledge your differences. Refrain from harassing members, whether in person or on social media, outside of events.

2) Appreciate what the organisers do ❤️
Please remember we are not a business and that all the organisers in the group are hosting events on a voluntary basis. The events we host are for ourselves to enjoy as much as you do.

3) Have a valid photo of yourself in your profile 🤳🏾
There have been multiple occasions where members have received inappropriate messages, all from members without photos. To help prevent this from happening, we ask all members to provide a photo of themselves.

4) Update your attending status correctly ✅
Not knowing the correct number of attendees can negatively impact the event. Excessive absences and/or gatecrashing events, without valid reasons, will lead to removal from the group.

5) Do not take control of events hosted 🤐
The organisers already have a plan for the event they are hosting. To prevent any difficulties, respect what the organisers have set up for you. Members are welcome to organise additional activities once the event is over.

6) Do not advertise your own activities in the group without permission 🙅🏻
Whilst we are happy to see additional events, they must apply to the group's structure. If you want to advertise any of your events, contact Kevin.

© 2026 Oxford Social Circle

What to expect: 🤔
Come and socialise with us at the Oxford Covered Market! This will be your chance to try out some of the diverse food stores it has to offer. Alternatively, you can just browse, or stop for a drink at Chequers if you prefer.

Once everyone has had a chance to enjoy the market, we will all meet at Chequers and go for a short walk through Christ Church Meadow. This will end with us stopping at the Slow & Steady pub on Abingdon Road.

Important Information: ⚠️

• No tables are reserved at the venues
• Repeated no-shows or instances of gatecrashing may result in removal from future group events
• If you require reasonable adjustments, please inform the event organiser in advance
• Guests must be aged 18 or over

The Plan: 💪🏻

• 2 PM: We will meet outside Wagamama, on Market Street.
• 2:10 PM: You will have the opportunity to explore the Oxford Covered Market, or alternatively, stop at Chequers pub, on High Street.
• 3 PM: We will go for a short walk in Christ Church Meadows.
• 4 PM: We will stop at the Slow & Steady pub for drinks.
• 5 PM: The event will come to a close.

All times are a rough guidance for this event.
Q&A 👀
Here are the common questions asked relating to this event:

I'm new and feel anxious. Is this group not right for me? 😨
Attending for the first time is pushing you out of your comfort zone, so it is normal to feel anxious on your first occasion. We always have a mixture of new and old faces. Regulars are very welcoming and it takes only 2-4 events for most members to feel settled in. Our advice is to give it a shot and reflect afterwards if the event is right for you.

How will I find you? 🧐
Once the organiser arrives, they will share in the comments roughly where they are located, with a description of what they are wearing.

We live in Britain, surely it's going to rain? ☔
If this turns out to be the case, an alternative plan will be posted in the comments, likely being socialising in a nearby pub or cafe instead.

Where will I be able to park? 🚗
Whilst it's not impossible to find parking in Oxford, the limited availability, as well as costs, can make parking incredibly challenging. Therefore, we encourage members to use the most convenient public transport available.

Can I bring additional people with me? 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏽
Yes you can, providing they are aged 18 or over. You are also responsible for any potential problematic behaviours from guests you bring with you. Please put them as +1 when you check-in so we can try and find us enough space.

Do I have to buy food at the market place? 🍨
With the prime focus of the event being to socialise, this is completely optional.

Do I have to stay for the whole event? ⌚
Members are welcome to come and go to what suits them, as long as you are aware joining us late can make locating us slightly more complex for you. Use 'the plan' section for a rough idea of where we will be, with more accurate updates posted whilst the event takes place.

Do I have to drink alcohol? 🍻
There are no conditions to what you choose to drink, with some main organisers being non-alcoholic drinkers.

Is this a dating event? 👩‍❤️‍👨
Whilst we recognise and accept that relationships do form in social settings, we ask members to be mindful that this is not an event specifically for dating. Therefore, if your only reason for attending is to find your soulmate, this event will not be the right one for you.

I think I've found you, but I'm too scared to approach! Can I have the organisers contact number? 📳
As we are not a business, organisers will not be making their personal numbers public. However, we will post in the comments a rough description of where we are located, as well as a description of what the organiser is wearing. The rest is about you stepping out of your comfort zone and approaching!

Group Rules 📝
To make our events as safe and easy as possible, we ask all members to respect the following guidelines:

1) Be respectful of others 🙏🏼
You'll encounter diverse individuals, some of whom you may not connect with immediately. Instead of arguing, acknowledge your differences. Refrain from harassing members, whether in person or on social media, outside of events.

2) Appreciate what the organisers do ❤️
Please remember we are not a business and that all the organisers in the group are hosting events on a voluntary basis. The events we host are for ourselves to enjoy as much as you do.

3) Have a valid photo of yourself in your profile 🤳🏾
There have been multiple occasions where members have received inappropriate messages, all from members without photos. To help prevent this from happening, we ask all members to provide a photo of themselves.

4) Update your attending status correctly ✅
Not knowing the correct number of attendees can negatively impact the event. Excessive absences and/or gatecrashing events, without valid reasons, will lead to removal from the group.

5) Do not take control of events hosted 🤐
The organisers already have a plan for the event they are hosting. To prevent any difficulties, respect what the organisers have set up for you. Members are welcome to organise additional activities once the event is over.

6) Do not advertise your own activities in the group without permission 🙅🏻
Whilst we are happy to see additional events, they must apply to the group's structure. If you want to advertise any of your events, contact Kevin.

© 2026 Oxford Social Circle