Tour in support of Homeless Oxfordshire - Donate to Join: Women and Queer Histories City Tour

Discover the diverse heritage in the city of dreaming spires & unearth the stories of those who are often left out of traditional narratives of Oxford: women, people of colour, and LQBTQIA+ individuals.

This guided journey will take you back in time to highlight the many ways women have historically impacted the city of Oxford. We reveal the complexities of navigating university research and family life, uncover unknown trailblazers, and discuss queer experiences in the city. Together we will analyse how stories get made and forgotten in history, discuss gendered geographies, and challenge social expectations. 

All our tours are led by university researchers who have completed our official Uncomfortable Oxford training programme. Our guides combine expert knowledge and performance, ensuring each tour is a fun and educational experience. 

All proceeds from this tour go to Homeless Oxfordshire, to support fundraising for their HER WAY HOME APPEAL.

About the Her Way Home appeal:

Women experiencing homelessness are often ‘hidden’ - forced into sofa surfing, sleeping in cars, or staying in abusive relationships to avoid the dangers of rough sleeping or further trauma in mixed-sex hostels. Homeless Oxfordshire's Her Way Home campaign exists to provide safe, single-sex accommodation and specialist support to help women who've lived through significant trauma find safety, healing and hope.

About Homeless Oxfordshire:

Homeless Oxfordshire provides an open door for people whose lives have been shaped by trauma and disadvantage; offering safety, stability and support when it is needed most. They are the county’s largest not-for-profit provider of supported accommodation for people experiencing homelessness. Learn more: homelessoxfordshire.uk.

All proceeds from the tour will be donated to Homeless Oxfordshire's Her Way Home appeal, helping women who are experiencing homelessness access the support they desperately need to leave homelessness behind for good.

Community donation – £5
Standard donation – £10
Supporter donation – £20
Generous supporter donation – £30
Donate to Charity - not attending the tour – £20

If you would like to make a donation but do not wish to attend the tour, you can choose the option above or donate directly to Homeless Oxfordshire's Her Way Home appeal.

Tour is recommended for children age 12 and up.

Homeless Oxfordshire Limited is a company registered in England and Wales, No. 2164150. Registered Office O’Hanlon House. Luther Street, Oxford. OX1 1UL 

Charity Registration Number 297806.

ITINERARY:

1. Radcliffe Observatory Quarter

2. Somerville College

3. St Paul’s Nursery

4. War Memorial Garden

5. Lamb and Flag Passage

6. Wadham College

7. Clarendon Building

8. St Mary’s Church, Radcliffe Square

Please note tour itinerary may vary depending on time and guide. 

ACCESSIBLITY:

• All tours are wheelchair accessible, but please note some mildly uneven pavement and crowding in the city centre, especially on weekends.
• Service animals are welcome on all tours.
• Caregivers and accessibility aids are welcome to attend tours for free, with no need to register.
• The total distance walked during each tour is less than one mile. Each tour includes moments for sitting/leaning against walls, and toilets are available at certain points along the routes.

We do not usually use amplifying audio equipment, but can arrange to do this upon request and with advance notice. Please inform your guide if any visual or hearing accommodations are needed and they will keep this in mind throughout the tour. All our guides receive accessibility training and are prepared to make accommodations as needed.

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