Thame is a pretty market town that's worth a visit on its own account. But if that weren't enough, stir your stumps and strike out from the city this weekend to visit the latest incarnation of the Thame Food Festival.

See cookery demonstrations from Raymond Blanc, baking demos from Bake-Off finalist Miranda Gore Browne, widen your musical horizons at the eclectic music stage, and fill up at any of the tempting street food stalls. There's a generous slice of children's entertainment, a pop-up pub and dog show.

There's never been a better - or tastier - reason to head east and explore what's on offer beyond the limits of the city.