Fundraise For Us

Fundraising creates opportunities to experience, share and benefit from arts and drama for those in our local community who would not otherwise be able to access them. It also helps to keep The Theatre an independent and vibrant arts centre at the heart of our community.

There's lots of different ways you can get involved and raise money to support The Theatre and our community work. Every penny counts and you will have our full support with your fundraising.

We love to partner with Schools, local organisations and businesses or anyone looking to take on a personal challenge. Find some ideas below

Oxford Half Marathon 2026
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We have charity places for the Oxford Half Marathon on Sunday 11 October 2026

The fast and flat Oxford Half offers the perfect route for both first-time runners and PB chasers. The course takes runners through the pristine, winding streets of historic Oxford. The route begins on Mansfield Rd and passes through the stunning sites of Old Marston village, the River Cherwell, Oxford University’s impressive Lady Margaret Hall, before finally finishing back where it started, in the heart of Oxford University.

General entries for this event are now sold out so running for The Theatre is a great way to test your running ability whilst supporting the arts in your local community.

Your Commitment:

To raise at least £250 in sponsorship (excluding gift aid)
To pay a deposit of £50 towards the cost of your entry fee and to confirm your place*

In return you'll receive a personalised Theatre running vest, support with your fundraising and our enormous thanks and gratitude. You'll be creating opportunities experience, share and benefit from arts and drama for those in our community who would not otherwise be able to access them.

*Please note that if you do not meet your fundraising target, or you withdraw from the race then your deposit will be forfeited. Your deposit does not cover the full cost of your entry fee for this event but it helps reduce the risk to The Theatre of people not fundraising or withdrawing at short notice.

Take On Your Own Challenge

Run that marathon, swim, cycle, hike - or even skydive - whatever you want to take on, why not raise money for the Theatre as your chosen charity.

Let us know your plans and we will lend you our full support to help you achieve your fundraising target.

Organise Your Own Event

Whether it’s a cake sale, quiz night, opening your garden to the public, a sponsored challenge or your own idea, organise your own fundraising event to help us.

To get started....

Get creative and decide what you would like to do
Get in touch - we will give you our full support, and resources and ideas to promote your event. Contact us at fundraising@chippingnortontheatre.co.uk
Invite friends, family and colleagues to get involved and support you.

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Find out more about

Community Fundraising

Collect For Us
Collections are a great way to raise awareness of The Theatre in local communities and raise money towards our vital work.

Host a donation box at your workplace, in your community or tell us about an event we might be able to come along too and get fundraising!

School Fundraising
If you are looking for a local charity to support for your school then why not raise money for your local Theatre, right here in the heart of Chipping Norton.

Friends of the Theatre Support Group

This wonderful group of pro-active Friends of the Theatre organise special events to raise money to support us. They are always pleased to welcome volunteers, bakers and anyone keen to help.

Their recent fundraising events have included -

Literary Lunch 2023 with international best selling crime-writer Clare Mackintosh as guest speaker.

Chastleton Teas raising money selling drinks and homemade cakes at Chastleton Church throughout the summer season.

Thank you to everyone involved in these events, which raise thousands of pounds for the Theatre every year. To find out more, please get in contact on the details below and we will put you in touch!