Oxford is packed with places to fuel the student need to be caffeinated twenty four seven; however, for those seeking an alternative there is more of a challenge to find that much needed energy boost. Matcha is an excellent alternative to coffee, but can be hard to come by if you don't know where to look.
Travel
A Snapshot of the North
Turn in a slow circle, taking in the history that surrounds you, a timeline captured on stone beneath the watchful eyes of the owls. Between snaking wild flowers, attracting the love of insects, lies the story of the north. Meticulous in its panelling, we see the Romans, Bede and Armstrong
On the Edge of the World
You stand, bracing yourself against the elements and just stare. You know it’s not real, this sense of a barrier. This wall may have stood for centuries, its stone so old you daren't touch it, yet the world continues beyond. Farmland, woodland, crumbling walls… Tales of the wild fill your mind, those thoughts of wilderness that have inspired many.
Five Essentials for a Trip to Orkney
Journeying north to Orkney? Or not been for a while and need a quick packing refresher? Here is a short guide to your suitcase essentials!
Tea Time at the Theatre
Found in the upstairs of The Royal Theatre on Drury Lane, the restaurant is one of classical elegance with a theatre twist. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea whilst surrounded by paintings and the busts of familiar names such as Ivor Novello.
A Postcard From Orkney
Some see John O’Groats as the destination, the end of the line, the place where the land of the ancient island that they call Britain runs out. But for me it is merely a port, the place from which the adventure begins.
A Day out in Kirkwall
Typically if you are escaping to the Orkney islands you are a fan of the great outdoors (countryside, beaches, history...); however, that does not mean to say that the towns of the mainland do not have a lot to offer.
Wild Rose and Pearls 