• Carfax Tower - Begin the tour with an overview of the historic divide between the town of Oxford and the university.
• University Church of St. Mary the Virgin - Discuss the controversies surrounding the statue of Cecil Rhodes
• All Souls College - Learn about the connections between All Soul’s College and money from slave plantations.
• Weston Library - Hear the story of Christian Cole, Oxford’s first black scholar.
• Sheldonian Theatre - Learn about the struggle for women to join as full members of the University.
• 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.
• 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.
• Westgate Oxford - Finish at the Tirah Memorial across from the Westgate Centre to reflect on memories of empire and memorialisation.

• Uncomfortable Oxford™ trained guide

Uncomfortable Oxford offers a distinctive use of the walking tour model - it’s both enjoyable and thought-provoking, fostering discussions around uneasy topics within the town.

This ambulatory exploration delves into the political aspects of recollection within the city and its university. It brings to light the histories of imperialism, disparity, and facets of discrimination based on race, class, and gender, underlining the persistent effect of these histories on our present existence.

Explore Oxford’s charming landmarks, institutes, and statues whilst moving past the conventional perception of these idyllic towers.

The expedition duration is approximately 1.5 hours.

The total walking distance would not exceed two miles, yet please be mindful of cobblestones and irregular pavements that may limit this event’s accessibility.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.