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The Original Uncomfortable Oxford™ Tour

Oxford, GB
95% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (85 reviews)
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    • Duration 1.5 hours
    • Uncomfortable Oxford™ Guide
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transport options nearby
    • Covers sensitive historical topics

    Explore the profound legacies of Oxford's past on a thought-provoking walking tour addressing race, class, and gender issues.

    Featured Reviews

    Excellent (85 reviews)
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    Curious792201
    Aug 24
    Elliot Thompson, Oxford university graduate and guide with the 'Uncomfortable Tour' was very approachable, friendly, well organised, very knowledgeable and informative and keen to hear our opinions and thoughts. He explained the fascinating origins of 'town versus gown' and the historical, controversial funding sources in the university - including how the recent university student and staff community have sought to come to terms with this - and other unacceptable issues of inequality and racism - through disruptive actions to stir the conscience and raise questions to find ways to address and remove injustice. I never knew that despite studying at the university, women were not allowed to formally graduate until 1920! Fascinating and unmissable! Thank you!
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    johntheLADodgersfan
    Aug 24
    Fascinating and engaging - thought provoking and revealing- we did all the tours and they were excellent- prioritise these over any other tours and make sure you do at least one. The tour leaders are knowledgable, respectful and very friendly. Best thing we did in Oxford
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    shrutik560
    Aug 24
    We did the original uncomfortable oxford tour and it was an amazing experience. Our guide Mia was super informative and engaging. We were a diverse group in terms of age but she ensured all of us participate in the discussions. The tour gives such a different picture of the Oxford which we would miss out otherwise. But more than all of this, I absolutely loved the uncomfortable oxford team for being extremely helpful. I had missed my tour because of traffic but they made sure to fit me in a private tour on special request, that was scheduled the next day, and didn't charge us any extra money for it. Really thankful for this gesture!
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    8christym
    Aug 24
    This is a great tour led by Oxford University students- if you want to learn untold stories about the various colleges this is a must. Learn about class, gender and race privilege throughout the centuries at Oxford University.
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    youngmerinda
    Jun 24
    The tour was well presented highlighting the ingrained inequality and injustice that is part of the world generally but comes into sharp focus in a university city such as Oxford. The guides were excellent and I liked how they encouraged discussion amongst the diverse participants, using stories and the past to encourage action in the present for a better future. PS no photos because I was more fascinated by the discussions.
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    The Original Uncomfortable Oxford™ Tour

    Explore the profound legacies of Oxford's past on a thought-provoking walking tour addressing race, class, and gender issues.

    Highlights

    • Engages with the politics of memory
    • Discusses controversies surrounding statues
    • Explores connections between All Souls College and slave plantations
    • Learn about Christian Cole, Oxford's first black scholar
    • Discover the struggle for women's rights in the university

    Meeting Point

    Meet us at the bottom of the tower - look for the guide with the 'Uncomfortable Oxford' tote bag!

    Meeting point

    Queen St, Oxford OX1 1ET , United Kingdom

    End point

    End Point

    This tour finishes outside Balliol College on Broad Street.

    Meeting point

    Broad St, Oxford OX1 3BG , United Kingdom

    End point

    What to expect

    1

    Carfax Tower

    Begin the tour with an overview of the historic divide between the town of Oxford and the university.

    Duration 10 minutes
    2

    University Church of St. Mary the Virgin

    Discuss the controversies surrounding the statue of Cecil Rhodes

    Duration 10 minutes
    3

    All Souls College

    Learn about the connections between All Soul's College and money from slave plantations.

    Duration 10 minutes
    4

    Weston Library

    Hear the story of Christian Cole, Oxford's first black scholar.

    Duration 10 minutes
    5

    Sheldonian Theatre

    Learn about the struggle for women to join as full members of the University.

    Duration 10 minutes
    6

    Balliol College

    Take a look at historic Balliol College, one of the colleges with extensive direct ties to the former British Empire and a tradition of educating Prime Ministers - including Boris Johnson.

    Duration 10 minutes
    Admission Admission Not Included
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    Faculty of History, University of Oxford

    Sit in the gardens of the Faculty of History in the shadow of the old city wall and learn about Merze Tate, Oxford's first Black female scholar.

    Duration 10 minutes
    Admission Admission Not Included
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    Westgate Oxford

    Finish at the Tirah Memorial across from the Westgate Centre to reflect on memories of empire and memorialisation.

    The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

    Additional Information

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      Wheelchair accessible
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      Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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      Service animals allowed
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      Public transportation options are available nearby
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      Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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      Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    What our experts say

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      Wear comfortable shoes for cobblestones.
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      Consider visiting nearby pubs for lunch.
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      Take photos of Carfax Tower before starting.
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      Check out the University Church's statue debates.
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      Visit Weston Library for more on Christian Cole.

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