Boxed Up Events

19/06/2023

1930s, two rival movie theatres provide the backdrop to this atmospheric retelling of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet at Buscot Park

12/06/2023

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/romeo-and-juliet-at-buscot-park-in-support-of-the-pump-house-project-tickets-632693913527
It has been more than five years since we first invited Sun and Moon Theatre Company to perform and one of our events and in that time they have earned a loyal local following for their thoughtfully and imaginatively handled first folio interpretations. This year we are happy to tell you about not a Boxed Up Event but one in support of our chosen charity at Great Barn Festival, The Pump House Project. Step through the gates of the walled garden at Buscot Park, place you blanket on the ground, treat yourself to a little fizz and enjoy Romeo and Juliet. Staged in 1930s film land the feud is between two rival studios. A perfect introduction to the plays or a brilliant performance for the seasoned theatre goer in the most spectacular of locations.

1930s, two rival movie theatres provide the backdrop to this atmospheric retelling of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet at Buscot Park

26/05/2023

Fancy a spot of open air theatre?
https://fb.watch/kMdOBgPs3E/

19/11/2022

Looking for some festive fun? Our Emma is bringing The Abominable Snowman by WILD BOOR IDEAS to the JDP in Oxford this Christmas! Come along to a family winter wonder from the 17th - 23rd December - book tickets here: buff.ly/3VcJih1

12/10/2022

After a difficult few years, venues are reporting an increase in corporate events again.
If you are tired of the same old Christmas and Summer parties, then why not treat your staff to something different. Drop us a line - we are full of suggestions!

29/09/2022

Every good event planner know that, when children are at an event, a happy child equals a happy grownup!
At this outdoor garden 50th birthday party we organised, the children had an entertainer, games and even their own separate chill out tent. Everyone was happy!
If you have an event coming up, we would love to help.
Thanks to Partastic for the awesome tent. Partastic

27/09/2022

Not a bad setting for an outdoor performance

20/09/2022

If you had the delight of happy children at our Great Barn Festival prepare for happy overload at Emma’s next, new and hugely exciting world of wonder for little ‘ins. Join this multi-venue festival dedicated to under 7s and full of learning that feels like fun, creativity to build confidence and bonkers just for the sake of it.

08/09/2022

It is with deep regret that we learn of the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
Our thoughts and sympathies are with her family during this sad time.

12/08/2022

Only 2 weeks to go until we step back to 1945 at Clayton Villa, Great Coxwell for an imaginatively staged production of Much Ado About Nothing. Music from Delores the Vintage Singer and a gin and fizz bar on the terrace. Picnics welcome (no alcohol unless bought on the premises). Join us for a lovely evening on the lawn in aid of Helen and Douglas House.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/much-ado-about-nothing-tickets-332707255357

15/05/2022

We love putting together The Great Barn Festival each year. In part that is down to the friends we make along the way and the memories we create for so many visitors. In 2021, none more so than the moving and uplifting concert from our invited guests as part of the Stonevale Concert Series. Returning by popular demand to rather unexpectedly fill the rustic barn with some of the most elegant of classics, Sebastian Mueller and Lynette Stulting will again grace our dirt floor stage and The Piano Gallery will repeat the dauting task of getting a beautiful full size grand piano into the cathedral like ancient monument (and back out) as if by magic. One not to miss and with limited tickets available for this intimate performance we advise booking early and expect it to sell out well in advance.

With our 2021 audience clamouring for an encore we just had to invite Sebastian Mueller and Lynette Stulting back, as part of the Stonevale Concert Series, to the Great Barn. Such a beautiful way to spend a Sunday morning and such an exquisite setting for Beethoven's Spring Sonata and a host of uplifting classics. Once again The Piano Gallery will be helping us bring a beautiful grand piano to our earth floor stage. We advise booking early for this exceptional and intimate recital.

20/04/2022

Sometimes there is nothing nicer than celebrating under the stars. Here's a little sneak peak into a 40th birthday party we have organised. If you fancy something similar for your next big celebration, then drop us an email, message or call.

11/04/2022

A family friendly National Trust festival focusing on all things Green at the beautiful Coleshill Estate near Faringdon. Come and learn how even little changes can make a huge difference to your local environment. Fun, music, theatre and its educational. The perfect day out!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1269305076894295

31/01/2022

21/01/2022

We are so excited to tell you about the first Tiny ideas Festival in Oxford later this year. Brilliant, creative and just the right amount of bonkers the festival will encourage our youngest children’s boundless curiosity as they experience some of the city’s finest cultural venues and a programme of the arts curated especially for their curious minds. Don’t delay signing up for the launch event in February, spaces are limited, and be part of something extraordinary.

08/09/2021

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18/08/2021

Join WhatNot Theatre Company for an interactive, interdimensional family romp through the very fabric of time and reality. Will the universe survive, will they make it home to their own dimensions, will the suspense be too much to handle! Oh, and there might be custard creams!

Tickets are £8, available now through www.greatbarnfestival.com or [email protected] and they include a complimentary grounds pass for Saturday the 18th of September at The Great Barn Festival. Lots more family fun, craft, music and fresh air in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside.

15/08/2021

After a remarkable year we might like to forget we are so excited to bring a remarkable line up to The Great Barn Festival you are sure to remember. It seems we are not the only ones ready for a little bit of music and the arts in a particularly well ventilated venue. Tickets are on sale now and going well. Limited this year so we keep everyone safe we advise booking early knowing that if we have to close our doors you will get a full refund. Book now to join us in the perfect end to summer. www.greatbarnfestival.com [email protected]

19/07/2021

So, July 19th has a massive impact on the Events industry as a whole with the removal of restrictions and social distancing. However, everyone at The Great Barn Festival takes your health and comfort very seriously. We want our Festival to be a relaxed and safe space for all our guests and so, whilst still following any Government guidance, we will continue to implement a number of health measures to ensure a fantastic, yet safe, weekend for everyone.

We will have a team of cleaners on-site keeping everything from the tables and chairs to the toilets spotless. We are limiting the number of tickets for each performance and the site in general to ensure everyone has a comfortable amount of space. We will still have hand sanitizer about the site and will be encouraging people to use it. We are lucky that the Barn is huge and due to its age, very ventilated! A lot of the Festival is outdoors. Should Covid restrictions mean the Festival has to cancel, then you will be entitled to a full refund. This is just a handful of the measures we are working on behind the scenes to make this event a success.

We hope this helps you feel confident about attending our event. We know that people are still nervous about gatherings, so if there is anything we can do to further reassure you, then please email [email protected] and we will happily talk through everything with you.

Thank you to everyone for your continued support. It’s been a tough year, but we are so excited to have something to look forward to at last. See you there!

10/06/2021

Only about 15 month late, but the Great Barn Festival is Back (hopefully!!)
Save the date - Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th September. More information coming soon.
See you there!

02/04/2021

We had hoped to say ‘Hello Old Friends’ with the great news that our events are starting to roll out for later in 2021 but for now that will have to wait. We have been HACKED! If you receive an email from Boxed Up Events sent recently or in the next couple of days please delete. We are in the process of deep cleaning all our tech and we will reach out again to let you know when it is safe and to tell you about all the great things we have planned for later in the year. We have missed you.