Writers of Oxford - a literary walk
What it is
Many great writers have lived and studied in Oxford; playwrights and poets, novelists past and present, crime writers, children’s authors and of course the unforgettable Inklings.
In this walk we will follow in the footsteps of such diverse writers as Oscar Wilde, John Donne, Alan Bennett, Dorothy L Sayers, CS Lewis, Philip Pullman and Vera Brittain. Come and hear their fascinating life stories and explore the places which inspired and influenced them.
Highlights include:
* The Gothic College which inspired Jane Austen’s Northanger Abbey
Questions
When does Writers of Oxford - a literary walk start and end?
Writers of Oxford - a literary walk runs Saturday, 14 November 2026, 13:30 until 16:00.
Where is Writers of Oxford - a literary walk?
Writers of Oxford - a literary walk takes place at Radcliffe Square, Oxford.
How much are tickets for Writers of Oxford - a literary walk?
Tickets for Writers of Oxford - a literary walk cost £12 on the official ticket shop.
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