Valentine's Day 2025 Poetry Dinner

Bookings for this event have now closed.

Join us on Valentine's Day 2025 for a unique dining experience

With poetry readings from Professor Sandie Byrne

'If music be the food of love, play on...'

Celebrate Valentine’s Day this year with an unforgettable dining experience that’s as inclusive as it is indulgent. You’ll dine 'college-style' at long tables, making this Valentine’s themed meal perfect for everyone – whether you’re toasting to love with your partner, sharing laughs with friends, or embracing the joy of solo dining while meeting new people.

During the event you’ll enjoy a lovingly crafted menu paired with poetry readings from Professor Sandie Byrne. Think Carol Ann Duffy’s tender simplicity in Valentine, Edwin Morgan’s luscious Strawberries, the rich imagery of Garrison Keillor’s Supper, and more.

Don’t miss this enchanting evening filled with delicious food, warm company and a celebration of poetry. Spaces are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment!

Whats included:

  • Three-course valentine's themed meal 
  • Glass of wine or soft drink during the meal*
  • Poetry readings from Professor Sandie Byrne
  • Post-dinner coffee/tea

*Additional drinks can be purchased from the bar during the event.

Event details

When and where

Friday 14 February 2025:

  • 6.15pm – doors open (drinks available to purchase from the bar)
  • 6.45pm – dinner served

Venue:

  • Acland Dining Room, Rewley House, 1 Wellington Square, Oxford, OX1 2JA
  • How to find us (including parking and accessibility information).

Booking and payment

Bookings for this event have now closed.

Payment required at the time of booking.

  • Price: £29.95 per person
  • Oxford University staff discounted price: £27.50 per person

To book, call or visit Reception at Rewley House: +44 (0)1865 270360

Terms and conditions:

  • Cancellations made before Monday 10 February will receive a 50% refund.
  • If, due to unforseen circumstances, the event is cancelled all payments will be refunded in full.

Valentine's menu

We believe that great food, as well as love, should be for everyone, so if you have any dietary requirements we’ve got you covered. Let us know when booking and we’ll tailor dishes the best we can or provide delicious alternatives to ensure your meal is perfect.

To start

Oven-hug bread with classic French cheese, garlic and olive oil (contains wheat, dairy)

or

White onion soup with caraway seeds and tomato pastry hearts (vegan, DF, contains wheat, celery)

Main

Baked fillet of salmon embraced with a melody of ginger, lemon and dill (contains fish, DF)

or

Tender roasted asparagus and fennel, kissed with the essence of lemon and dill (vegan, DF)

both served with

Cous cous, green beans, honey-sweet carrots and tofu (contains wheat, soya, celery, DF)

Dessert

Iced strawberry parfait with meringue kisses, fresh strawberries and a passion fruit coulis (contains egg, dairy, GF)

Vegan alternative available

 

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