3 Best Performing Arts in The Thames Valley, England

The festival takes place during the last week of March at Christ Church College, the Sheldonian, and other university venues. Leading authors come to give lectures and interviews, and there's plenty to entertain children.

A floating stage and spectacular musical events, from classical to folk, draw a well-heeled crowd who dress to impress. The Henley Festival takes place during the week after the regatta in July.

Concerts, poetry readings, and children's events highlight the Windsor Festival, held over the last two weeks in September, with events occasionally taking place in the castle. The festival also runs a smaller program in March, with a focus on classical music events.