HISTORIC Oxfordshire landmark Great Coxwell Barn will host a National Trust arts festival this weekend.

The 13th-century barn will be the setting for two days of family-friendly activities, featuring everything from performances of Shakespeare to workshops on circus skills.

Events are scheduled to run from 11am to 11pm on Saturday and Sunday at the barn north of Great Coxwell village, which is two miles southwest of Faringdon.

Performances are both ticketed and free for all ages.

Find out more at eventbrite.com by searching for Great Coxwell Barn.