The Retired Bloke

Oxford

Spires steeples and bustling streets

Quiet corners where couples meet

Bikes with bells ringing 

Choirs cheerfully singing

In cafe bars society chatters

Current affairs and everyday matters

Bow ties scarves and college colours

Students away from their sisters and brothers  

This is a place of learning

For those educated, the quite discerning 

This is a city of tradition

Of academia and ambition. 

This is Oxford.