Reformation Oxford Christian History Tour private groups
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Oxford, England
105 to 135 minutes (approx.)
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Overview
This tour focuses on introducing famous people and events from the Reformation era but also introduces other religious names from before and after the Reformation and Counter Reformation period.
You will also earn all about Oxford city & university history and traditions plus student life and how the university developed.
This tour can be booked at a range of start times but please note there are much more colleges open afternoons than mornings, so ideally preferable to book afternoon tour.
Requests for a tour in Dutch must be received at least 2 days in advance and the Dutch guide does not work weekends or Mondays.
What's Included
- Tour visits inside one or two historic local churches
- Please note under 'Exclusions' below dates of graduation, university open days, Xmas holidays!
- This tour visits inside either an Oxford college or inside Divinity School- a Harry Potter film site
- This tour does NOT visit Christ church college nor the Bodleian medieval library
- On 2025 graduation dates, we cannot always enter a college so see graduation dates below:
- May 16 + 17 + 31, July 19 + 29, Aug 1 + 2 + 9, Sep 26 + 27, Nov 7+ 8+9+14 +15 of 2025
- Colleges are usually all closed at Christmas from about December 21 until about January 2
- Requests for a tour in Dutch require 2 days notice minimum & only on week days ending before 3pm!
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Broad Street
Oxford OX1 3AS, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
Broad Street
Oxford OX1, UK
Your guide may finish here or elsewhere but we always hand out a free Oxford map and offer directions.
What To Expect
University Church of St. Mary the Virgin
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Michael At The North Gate
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St John's College
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bodleian Library (Pass By)
We often may include £3 entry fee to see inside the Divinity school at the Bodleian library as this is where the theology students did their oral exams in Latin, dating back to the 15th century.
Trinity College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Exeter College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Jesus College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Lincoln College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Brasenose College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
All Souls College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Hertford College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Bridge of Sighs (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Radcliffe Camera (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
New College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
St Edmund Hall (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
University College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Merton College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Corpus Christi College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Oriel College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Christ Church (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.Oxford cathedral has evensong service at 6pm every day and you can then enter Christ church for free to attend that event. Otherwise, Christ church charges £18 per person entry.
Balliol College (Pass By)
Which colleges or churches we may visit inside of can change lots from one day to the next and based on what time you may book the tour but we plan to visit inside at least two local churches and one college or more which have the most relevance to introducing the theme of this tour.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Gratuities are optional.
- We only visit New college on dates as & when New college is open. Otherwise we will visit other colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Reformation Oxford Christian History Tour private groups?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-22362P40
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the Reformation Oxford Christian History Tour private groups?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Tour visits inside one or two historic local churches.
- Please note under 'Exclusions' below dates of graduation, university open days, Xmas holidays!.
- This tour visits inside either an Oxford college or inside Divinity School- a Harry Potter film site.
The following is NOT included:
- This tour does NOT visit Christ church college nor the Bodleian medieval library.
- On 2025 graduation dates, we cannot always enter a college so see graduation dates below:.
- May 16 + 17 + 31, July 19 + 29, Aug 1 + 2 + 9, Sep 26 + 27, Nov 7+ 8+9+14 +15 of 2025.
- Colleges are usually all closed at Christmas from about December 21 until about January 2.
- Requests for a tour in Dutch require 2 days notice minimum & only on week days ending before 3pm!.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Reformation Oxford Christian History Tour private groups is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Reformation Oxford Christian History Tour private groups will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Tour visits inside one or two historic local churches
- Please note under 'Exclusions' below dates of graduation, university open days, Xmas holidays!
- This tour visits inside either an Oxford college or inside Divinity School- a Harry Potter film site
- This tour does NOT visit Christ church college nor the Bodleian medieval library
- On 2025 graduation dates, we cannot always enter a college so see graduation dates below:
- May 16 + 17 + 31, July 19 + 29, Aug 1 + 2 + 9, Sep 26 + 27, Nov 7+ 8+9+14 +15 of 2025
- Colleges are usually all closed at Christmas from about December 21 until about January 2
- Requests for a tour in Dutch require 2 days notice minimum & only on week days ending before 3pm!
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Gratuities are optional.
- We only visit New college on dates as & when New college is open. Otherwise we will visit other colleges.
