Oxford Stag Do
Oxford is carving out a reputation as an elite level party city, making it ideal for the groom's massive weekend away. Big nights out, amazing activities, incredible eateries - an Oxford stag weekend has it all. Get the help of StagWeb to avoid all the planning stress and secure an unforgettable celebration! Check out our Big Guide to Oxford.
Oxford Stag Activities & Ideas...
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🔥 Top 10 Ideas in Oxford for 2025
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Multi-Activity Day
Take your pick from up to 3 of these activities: hovercrafts, off-road rage buggies, quad biking, blindfold 4x4 driving, clay pigeon shooting, laser clay pigeon shooting, crossbows, axe throwing, and paintballing. It's going to be stag carnage.
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Paintballing
Get kitted up, grab your semi-automatic paintball guns, and split into teams to discuss the battle tactics. Prepare for games like 'Capture the Flag' and 'Stronghold' as you lock and load while ganging up on the groom.
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Rage Buggies
Get ready to ride 620 CT rage buggies that can reach speeds of up to 50mph. It's not a stag activity without a competitive edge, so put your foot down and leave the groom in your dust as you record the fastest lap.
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Quad Biking
Explore 15 acres of off-road Oxford on a 1-hour epic quad trek. Cruise around the dips and mounds of the countryside with the lads on quality motors. It's the ultimate driving test.
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Challenge Day
From quad biking, pilot buggies, off-road go-karting, blind driving, and air rifles, select up to three of these epic activities and crank up the competition. This stag marathon of games will go down in history.
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Bubble Football
This isn't your average game of football, so prepare for absolute carnage as you bounce each into next week. The groom will love this hilarious twist on the beautiful game.
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Diamond Snatch
Ski masks on, plan your tactics and get your shooters ready - it's action stations, lads. Get stuck into a heist and see if the guys have what it takes to get the job done. From kicking in doors to smashing through windows, you'll talk about this for years to come.
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Craft Beer Tasting with Food
A drink-tasting, burger-eating bonanza. Your private seating area is reserved for the lads, so rock up, collect your 3 drink tokens, and give your expert opinions on the guest ales, ciders and craft beers as you enjoy a juicy burger.
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Clay Shooting
Who's the real sharpshooter? After each stag has received one-to-one training, you will all get a chance to shoot 32 clays each with a double-barrelled shotgun. All eyes are on the target, all eyes are on the shooter, so don't crumble under pressure in front of the lads!
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Footgolf
18 holes of footgolf, a group of competitive stags, and 4 prizes for the top performers - this epic activity is a clear favourite, and it's not hard to see why. Will you choose match play or a variation of forfeits? Either way, prepare for one cracking day out.
Unique Stag Ideas in Oxford
Many of these activities are exclusive to Oxford, so don't miss your chance to try them...
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Multi Activity Day
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Hovercraft Racing
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Rage Buggies
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Diamond Snatch
Top Oxford Nightlife Options
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Nightclub Entry
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Comedy Club
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VIP Party Package
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Karaoke
The Big Guide to Your Oxford Stag Weekend
Oxford packs one hell of a punch!
This world-famous uni city has fantastic pubs, outstanding nights out, and a huge range of activities for you to take on and conquer.
It's most definitely the smart choice for stag legends.
Time for you to swot up on everything you need to know about planning an unforgettable weekend here.
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StagWeb's Oxford Destination Specialist
Meet Emily, StagWeb's Oxford Specialist.
Emily is the expert in helping stags plan their legendary weekends away and knows Oxford inside out.
Give her a ring today on 01225 474200 (Mon-Fri 8.30-17.30) if you want to chat through anything Oxford-related or find out more about how StagWeb can help you plan an epic send-off for the groom.
✅ Emily's Top Tip for Oxford
"Oxford is a great place to visit at any time of the year, but if you're flexible with your dates, I'd recommend going in June or July after all the students have packed up and gone home."
"Nothing against students, but the nights out become a slightly older crowd which is a better vibe for stags."
🍺 Emily's Night Out Top Tip
"Central Oxford has a great mix of chain bars and incredible pubs, so I'd just have a stroll about and see what you guys like the look of."
"When it comes to going out out, we can always sort your nightclub entry so you don't have to faff about with queueing and entry, etc."
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Oxford Stag Activities
Searching for an action-packed stag? Look no further than Oxford.
With over 50 activities and nightlife options to have a crack at, our range of Oxford stag do ideas will suit the groom and the lads perfectly.
Take your pick from the options above and send us a free enquiry to get the ball rolling on that epic weekend away.
Our Oxford expert will use all their local knowledge to build a weekend that works for you and send you a quote with a price within 24 hours.
And don't forget to book your Oxford stag accommodation with us to sidestep the usual hassle - not every hotel in Oxford will let stags stay, so don't get caught out!
Oxford... the smart choice.
Is Oxford Right for Your Group?
Oxford is an elite party city.
From big nights out and insane food spots to top activities, a stag in this city always pops off.
It would be the complete package if you could guarantee good weather, but with so much for you to sink your stag-sized teeth into, a bit of rain wouldn't matter!
Ideal For...
- Big Nights Out
- Classic Activities
- Unique Activities
- Cracking Stag Stays
Not Ideal For...
- Coastal Activities
- Guaranteed Sun
Where to Go on Your Oxford Stag Night
George Street
Packed with chain eateries like ASK Italian, Franco Manca, and Rosa's Thai, this place is where the evenings get going.
Walton Street
A great late-night spot for craft cocktails and traditional pubs. Start your night on George Street and end it on Walton Street.
High Street
Head here for sophisticated drinks throughout the day or refined pints before all the evening madness.
Top 10 Oxford Pubs, Bars & Clubs
🍺Junkyard Golf Club
If you want an electric nightclub atmosphere while playing some crazy golf, then head here to crank up the competition and get the drinks flowing.
Where: Castle St, OX1 1NU
🍺The Tap Social Movement
This bar is the hub of Oxford's craft beer scene, so pop in for a range of award-winning and expertly crafted brews. If you're lucky, there might be a quiz night or live music.
Where: Curtis Industrial Estate, 27, N Hinksey Ln, OX2 0LX
🍺OXO BAR
If the lads are searching for quiet pints, then look no further. This bar features outdoor seating, a great selection of drinks, expert mixologists, and it's slap bang in the centre. Well worth the visit, if you ask us.
Where: 48 George St, OX1 2AQ
🍺Sandy's Piano Bar
An edgy underground cocktail joint with live music and entertainment. If you want to kick start the evening with some sophistication, why not share a bottle of wine?
Where: 4 King Edward St, OX1 4HS
🍺Raoul's Bar
Oxford's oldest cocktail bar is perfect for a few drinks to warm up for the evening. After a few seconds in here, you'll realise why it has won multiple awards, so kick back and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
Where: 32 Walton St, OX2 6AA
🍺The Varsity Club
A four-floored cocktail lounge and nightclub with sublime views of Oxford on the rooftop terrace. Whether you toast to the groom with skyline views or enjoy a beverage in the swanky lounges, all the stags will love this place.
Where: 9 High St, OX1 4DB
🍺The Bear Inn
A classic British boozer. If you're sick of swanky bars and packed nightclubs, then this place is a godsend. Enjoy a quiet pint in this charming bar with outdoor seating.
Where: 6 Alfred St, OX1 4EH
🍺All Bar One
Right in the heart of Oxford High Street, this place is perfect for some tasty tapas and craft beers to kickstart the evening.
Where: 124 High St, OX1 4DF
🍺House Bar
Check out this bar if the lads want good beer, comfy seating and a pool table to crank up the competition. You'll feel right at home.
Where: 11 Wheatsheaf Yard, OX1 4EE
🍺The Baron
Whether you enjoy some sun in the backyard or enjoy the quirky interior, the food and beverages are perfect for the start of the celebrations.
Where: 234 Cowley Rd, OX4 1UH
The Best Time to Go
According to our statistics (or should we say 'stag-tistics'), 52% of stags who booked with us in 2024 went to Oxford from April to August.
Why is this period incredibly popular?
Well, it's out of season for the dual university city, so there's a more mature crowd, and it's also during the peak of English summer, so sunshine is more likely.
Bring on the beer gardens!
How Long Do People Go For?
75% of stags stayed in Oxford for 2-3 days in 2024 (1-2 nights).
We'd always suggest two nights as this gives you the chance to really get to know the city, but one night is fine if you're familiar with Oxford.
How Soon Do People Book?
Guys heading to Oxford are usually pretty organised and book with us, on average, 4 months before they're due to go.
That means you need to get planning even earlier if you don't want to miss out on the best activities and nights out.
It really pays to book early.
Where to Stay in Oxford
From epic stag party houses on the outskirts to luxury hotels in the thick of it, we've got a range of Oxford stag accommodation to suit all needs.
We've even got some country retreats if the lads fancy something completely different.
If you're booking a stag house, be sure to get the deposit and enquiry sorted quickly, as the availability for these is often scarce compared to hotels.
What to Do in Oxford
As well as Oxford's bouncing nightlife, there are over 50 different Oxford stag do ideas for all the guys to take on.
There's also plenty going on in and around the city, plus football fans have the option of going to watch Oxford United play if they so desire.
Things to See in Oxford
Oxford Artisan Distillery
Check out a behind-the-scenes tour of the local vodka, gin, and whiskey distillery, and see how it's made from grain to the bottle.
Harry Potter Tour
Oxford is home to several iconic Harry Potter filming locations. A must if the groom is a Potter nerd.
River Cruise
Take a boat cruise along the Thames and soak up the scenery. A perfect hangover cure while enjoying the sights - kill two birds with one stone.
The Ultimate Picture Palace
An old-school independent cinema that screens newly released movies and classics - one for the film buffs.
How to Get to Oxford...
Check out how easy it is to get to Oxford...
Train - Getting the train to Oxford is an excellent choice. At only 1.1 miles from the city centre, after you've hopped off, it's easy to navigate your way around.
Car - While travelling by car is an option, the parking is limited, and zero emission charges may apply, so be sure to research these beforehand. Check out Parkopedia for info on the nearest parking spots.
Tips On Getting Around Oxford
Walking - Walking offers the best chance to soak up the city's culture while popping into any pubs or bars you stumble across along the way.
Taxi - Several companies around Oxford are both reliable and efficient. They run 24 hours a day, so this might be your go-to after a late night out to head back to your accommodation.
Bus - Oxford's bus service is famously efficient, meaning you can rely on the many routes to head in and out of the city centre to sightseeing spots or activities. This can also be handy for those staying out of town.
Bike - A fun way to travel around with the guys. Oxford's flat terrain makes cycling around an absolute breeze, and plenty of local bike rental companies will do deals if you rent for the weekend.
Common Oxford Stag Do FAQs
Is Oxford good for a stag do?
Great daytime activities, awesome surroundings, a top-tier night out, Oxford has the lot and is a fantastic city to celebrate the groom's memorable send-off into married life.
Does Oxford have good nightlife?
A city with two universities can't afford to disappoint with its nightlife and it definitely doesn't! From underground clubs, where you can party til the early hours, to vibrant bars and cracking pubs, the city is the definition of elite when it comes to nightlife.
Is Oxford good for clubbing?
Oxford is great for clubbing. There are a variety of venues for everybody to enjoy, from basement bars to your standard chains and live music venues. You're guaranteed to be partying until the early hours of the morning.
How far is Oxford from London?
Oxford is only 55 miles west of Central London, which means a train will get you to London Paddington in around 50 minutes.
If you're travelling from London to Oxford, make sure not to get off at Oxford Thornhill Park (unless you mean to), as this station is on the outskirts of the city.
Is Oxford walkable?
The city's compact size and pub-filled centre make it ideal for an unrivalled night out free of taxis and bus fares.
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