Oxfordshire Architectural and Historical Society - Oxfordshire Past

The next Oxfordshire Past will be on 14th June 2025 in Faringdon!

Every year, the OAHS holds an annual meeting for members, local societies and interested non-members. It is a day of short talks with display stands about the history, architecture and archaeology of the county. Each year it moves to a new town in the county and partners with a different local group or society. It is an opportunity for like-minded people to get together and hear about new and ongoing research in the county. It is a chance for members to meet the OAHS committee and to meet up with old friends and make new ones. It also includes the AGM which is held at the start of the event. It is open to non-members too. It is a great opportunity to learn more about the society if you are thinking about joining the OAHS.

Location and venue

Oxfordshire Past this year will take place in Faringdon at the Corn Exchange on Saturday 14th June from 10am to 4pm and will include the OAHS Annual General Meeting. The day will once again involve a diverse programme of talks, including the county round-ups, recent research around the county and on topics local to the Faringdon area. There will be a range of stalls from groups and societies to visit throughout the day.

The venue is located in the heart of the town, with parking close by and good access to bus networks (S6 between Oxford and Swindon; 67 and 68 between Wantage and Faringdon) Faringdon is just off the A420, with the A4095 leading out towards Witney and Bampton, and the A417 out towards Lechlade and Burford.

Address of the venue is Corn Exchange, Gloucester St, Faringdon SN7 7JA.

Booking is now open

Tickets cost £10 and includes tea/coffee during the day and may be purchased in advance using the link below (there is a limit to the number of places so book early to avoid disappointment)

Find out more and book your tickets

Refreshments

There will be two refreshment breaks of 30 minutes in the event with complimentary tea and coffee included in the ticket price. There is a 1 hour lunch break where catering is not provided. However there are places across the town to enjoy a light lunch or you are more than welcome to bring a picnic or packed lunch with you.

Accessibility

There is a fully accessible street level entrance to the Corn Exchange from the Gloucester Street side of the building. The toilets are fully accessible within the venue and refreshments will be served in the same room as the event. The venue has audio-visual support and a hearing loop is also available. These details and other accessibility information will be provided with your ticket when you book or is on the website page for the event.