Medieval Oxford Tour

Tour Description

Why is being ‘medieval’ seen as an insult? Why are we fascinated with the idea of 'horrible histories'? Modern media has fostered the stereotype that people in the Middle Ages were uniquely backwards, superstitious, violent, and dirty.  Join us on a tour that delves into medieval Oxford, uncovering the complexity of life in the past, while debunking the many myths of 'medieval' times. This tour will explore long-lasting similarities with how people acted centuries ago, while discussing how historic tensions have lasted to this day. This tour lasts for about 1.5hrs. Our tours are academically researched and led by experts. They incorporate active discussion and ask questions about historical memory, controversial histories, and the impacts of discrimination on the city and university. *Tour Itinerary:* 1. Oxford Castle & Prison 2. Castle Mill Stream 3. Old Greyfriars Street 4. Brewer Street 5. Christ Church 6. Oriel College, Oriel Square 7. St. Michael at the North Gate Please note tour itinerary may vary depending on time and guide. ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair accessible, but please note some mildly uneven pavement in the city centre. Distance walked is less than 2km.

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To cancel or reschedule a tour, please contact us 24 hours in advance. Sometimes we take photographs on our tours for promotional purposes, for use on our website or social media pages. By booking with us, it is assumed that you consent to being photographed while participating in this activity. We always endeavor to avoid taking any images with faces visible. Your consent can be withdrawn at anytime before or after the activity, by emailing us directly.

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