Museum of Oxford Walks: Oxford’s Queer History
19 September @ 11.00am to 12.30pm
About Museum of Oxford Walks: Oxford’s Queer History
A special new MOX Walk launching in honour of LGBT+ History Month!
How was Oxford in the 17th century for the LGBTQIA+ community? Which college is the queerest? Where is the oldest LGBTQIA+ pub in the country?
Find out the answers to these questions – and much more – on this 90-minute guided tour, uncovering stories from the LGBTQIA+ community throughout the history of Oxford.
Led by city guide Hannah Field, you will meet a host of fascinating characters including a ‘lesbian, Indian princess, suffragette, refugee smuggler’, a flamboyant bus conductor, a Catholic Saint, and many more. Learn about local characters, pubs and clubs of Oxford, University societies, Oxford Pride, and future events.
A unique opportunity to explore an alternative side of Oxford and current local history research.
Meeting point: Museum of Oxford shop (located inside the Oxford Town Hall). Please arrive 5 minutes before the start of the walk and check in at the Museum Shop with our friendly front-of-house team.
Meet your tour guide: Hannah Field
Hannah is a local tour guide, she grew up in Oxford and is openly bisexual. She has a passion for queer history and has researched this tour with the help of friends and the Bodleian Library. Her other interests include Women at Oxford, stained glass, Phillip Pullman, A Discovery of Witches, filming locations, architecture, and much more.
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Tickets prices:
From £15.00
Tickets are subject to a non-refundable transaction fee of £1.96 and are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop.
Dates & times:
- Saturday 04 April 2026 at 11.00am
- Saturday 23 May 2026 at 11.00am
- Wednesday 17 June 2026 at 2.00pm
- Saturday 01 August 2026 at 11.00am
- Saturday 19 September 2026 at 11.00am
Running time:
1 hour 30 minutes
Age guidance:
16+
About Museum of Oxford
The Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university, focusing on the lives, industries, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time.
The museum features interactive exhibits, local artefacts, and personal stories, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins, its diverse communities, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions, events, and activities for all ages.
