A Grand Lion Dance is among 14 acts being staged in Oxford this week as the Chinese State Circus visits the city.

dancer Guo Jingping with two lions, taking part in the traditional Chinese harvest celebration dance

The 28-year-old also takes part in other acts including an acrobatics display and plate spinning show.

Martial arts also feature in the show.

The circus opened in Oxford on October 22 in a big top erected at Oxpens near the ice rink.

Performances continue at 5pm and 8pm until October 25.

The shows on October 26 and 27 start at 2pm and 5pm. To book tickets call 07030 190190.