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University of Oxford to The Minack Theatre

Updated: March 14, 2024 01:40 AM

University of Oxford to The Minack Theatre

The Minack Theatre is an open-air theatre, constructed almost entirely by hand and carved into a granite cliff on the south coast of Cornwall, England. The theatre is named after its founder, Rowena Cade, who built it to provide a venue for the performance of Greek and Shakespearean drama.

The University of Oxford is a collegiate research university in Oxford, England. It is the oldest university in the English-speaking world and the world's second-oldest surviving university. The university is made up of 39 colleges and five permanent private halls, as well as a range of academic departments and research institutes.

The distance between the University of Oxford and The Minack Theatre is approximately 230 miles (370 kilometers).

How to reach:

  • By car: The journey by car takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By train: The journey by train takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes, with a change at Bristol Temple Meads.
  • By bus: The journey by bus takes approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes, with a change at Bristol Bus Station.

Expenses:

  • The cost of a train ticket from Oxford to St Ives (the nearest station to The Minack Theatre) is approximately £60.
  • The cost of a bus ticket from Oxford to St Ives is approximately £30.
  • The cost of a car rental is approximately £50 per day.
  • The cost of a night's accommodation in St Ives is approximately £100.

Best time to go:

  • The best time to visit The Minack Theatre is during the summer months (June to September), when the weather is mild and the theatre is open for performances.

What to eat:

  • There are a number of restaurants and cafes in St Ives, serving a variety of cuisines.
  • Some of the local specialties include Cornish pasties, seafood, and clotted cream.

Where to go:

  • In addition to The Minack Theatre, there are a number of other attractions in St Ives, including the Tate St Ives art gallery, the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, and the St Ives Harbour.

FA

  • Is it possible to visit The Minack Theatre on a day trip from Oxford?
  • Yes, it is possible to visit The Minack Theatre on a day trip from Oxford, but it is a long journey. It is advisable to start early in the morning and to allow plenty of time for travel.
  • Is The Minack Theatre accessible for people with disabilities?
  • Yes, The Minack Theatre is accessible for people with disabilities. There is a wheelchair ramp and a lift to the upper levels of the theatre.
  • Are there any discounts available for students or seniors?
  • Yes, there are discounts available for students and seniors on train and bus tickets.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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