Unicorn Theatre

The Unicorn Theatre sits in Oxford, a venue that takes theatre seriously without the stuffiness you might expect from a university city. It's the sort of place where you'll catch everything from classic revivals to contemporary work that actually makes you think, rather than just nod politely.

The space itself has a proper theatre feel - intimate enough that you're genuinely close to the action, but with decent sightlines from every seat. Programming leans towards the intelligent end of things, though they're not above a bit of fun when the mood takes them. You'll see established names rubbing shoulders with emerging talent, which keeps things fresh.

This is absolutely one for theatre-goers rather than casual entertainment seekers. If you're the type who reads reviews and plans evenings around what's on, you'll find yourself coming back. Kids might struggle with the more cerebral offerings, though they do stage family-friendly productions - worth checking what's running when you visit.

If you're staying at Durham Leys Farm Caravan Site or Bablock Hythe Caravan Park, the Unicorn works brilliantly as an evening out. Oxford's compact enough that parking isn't a nightmare, and there's decent food nearby if you want to eat before the show. Allow a couple of hours all in, and ring ahead to book - performances sell out with regularity, especially at weekends.