Oxfordshire Trip Overview
Why is being ‘medieval’ sometimes 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, dirty, and barbaric.
Join us on Uncomfortable Oxford’s newest tour about medieval Oxford which will cover histories of prejudice and bloodshed, while debunking the myths of ‘medieval’ times.
The tour will explore long-lasting connections between the past and the present, and discuss how some of the issues and debates are relevant to this day.
This tour is run by students from the University of Oxford and lasts for about 1.5hrs. We will walk no more than two miles, but please be aware that cobble stones and uneven pavement may restrict the accessibility of this event.
Additional Info
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Starts: Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Walking & Biking Tours >> Walking Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Why is being ‘medieval’ sometimes 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, dirty, and barbaric.
Join us on Uncomfortable Oxford’s newest tour about medieval Oxford which will cover histories of prejudice and bloodshed, while debunking the myths of ‘medieval’ times.
The tour will explore long-lasting connections between the past and the present, and discuss how some of the issues and debates are relevant to this day.
This tour is run by students from the University of Oxford and lasts for about 1.5hrs. We will walk no more than two miles, but please be aware that cobble stones and uneven pavement may restrict the accessibility of this event.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Oxford Castle & Prison, 46 Oxford Castle New Road Oxford Castle Quarter, Oxford OX1 1AY England
Starts at the Castle
Pass By: Westgate Oxford, Castle Street Oxford’s City Centre, Oxford OX1 1TR England
The guide will walk you through the historic city boundaries – today in the centre of the Westgate
Pass By: Christ Church, St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 1DP England
Discussing the historic Jewish neighbourhoods, you will walk past the famous Christ Church College
Pass By: Radcliffe Camera, Radcliffe Square, Oxford OX1 4AJ England
In the centre of the historic city, wyou will learn about the medieval layout of the square and the religious nature of medieval life.
