OXFORDSHIRESPORT Oxford’s sporting strength derives from the University, which has traditionally produced high-quality cricket, football, and rugby. Gym facilities can be found at leisure facilities and individual establishments throughout the city. If you’re fond of running, why not visit Iffley Road and use the same track as did Roger Bannister to break the one minute mile record. Hire a bike, play golf - just enjoy!
Studley Wood Golf Club
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Studley Wood Golf Club offers a comprehensive 18 hole course with lush fairways and brilliant greens. It boasts excellent practice facilities, a driving range and sumptuous clubhouse. The perfect venue for golf weekends, charity events and tournaments. Horton-cum-Studley, Oxford OX33 1BF Tel: 01865 351144 www.studleywoodgolfclub.co.uk
North Oxford Golf Club
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A private members club where visitors and societies are made to feel welcome. Founded in 1907 and set in approximately 80 acres of parkland just three miles from the city centre. It is an 18 hole course and an excellent test of golf for the club golfer and professional alike. A lively, solid social calendar with a wide range of competitions, tournaments and sporting dinners. Banbury Rd, Oxford OX2 8EZ. Tel: 01865 554924 www.nogc.co.uk
Oxford Golf Club
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Set within three miles of Oxford City Centre, amongst beautiful surroundings and views, is a golf course of the finest pedigree. There are many memorable holes, including the extremely challenging third hole which has been coined by Henry Longhurst as “one of the best par 3 holes in the country”. Recently refurbished clubhouse, with PGA professional offering a complete range of tuition and coaching, this golf club caters for all aspects of leisure golf. Hill Top Road, Oxford OX4 1PF. Tel: 01865 242158 www.oxfordgolfclub.net 114