When my co-host Matt went to Oxford back in July, he sent me a message asking for suggestions as to what to do so I sent him my suggestions of Lewis-related activities.
This morning, someone on The Official C.S. Lewis Group asked the same question, so I thought I would quickly publish the list I sent Matt earlier in the year…
The Kilns
Lewis’ home. Make sure you visit the adjacent CS Lewis Community Nature Reserve, which used to be part of the original home.
Holy Trinity Church
Lewis’ local parish near his own and the site of his grave. Check out the Narnia stained-glass window and the pew where he allegedly sat each week.
The Eagle and Child Pub
The pub where the Inklings used to meet.
The Lamb and Flag
The pub across the road where the Inklings went later!
The Mitre Inne
Another Inklings spot.
Blackwell’s Bookstore
Famous bookstore.
St. Philip’s Bookstore
Not Lewis-related as far as I know, but an excellent used book shop!
The Eastgate Hotel
Another meet up of different Inklings. It’s where Tolkien and Lewis met when Tolkien first gave Jack a manuscript to read. By some accounts it’s also where Lewis and Joy first met.
The Bodleian Library
Contains many Lewis manuscripts. Currently requires prebooked tours.
St. Mary the Virgin
Church where Lewis preached The Weight of Glory. There’s also a lamp-post and fawn outside the sidedoor.
The Trout Inn
Another Inkling pub.
Magdalen College
The college at Oxford University where Lewis taught. There are tours. Get to evensong if you can.
Addison’s Walk
A walking path at Magdalen, where Lewis had his famous conversation with Tolkien and Dyson.
Oxford C.S. Lewis Society
The local C.S. Lewis Society meets Tuesday evenings during term time.
