Events

The City of Oxford during the British Civil War 1642-1646

Saturday 19th March 2016

Oxford in the Civil War 1642-6' looks at Oxford's role as Royalist capital through the eyes of some of the people who were present, assesses the impact of the war on the city and surrounding area and highlights what remains of the defences to this day. The presentation also looks at the impact of the tension between town and gown, the extent of the city's rapid population growth and the roles played by significant individuals.   

 

 

Where: Banbury Museum, Spiceball Park Road Banbury, OX16 2PQ

 

When: 14:30, Saturday 19th March 2016

 

Tickets are £8 and are available through the website below or can be collected from the musem shop

 

http://www.banburymuseum.org/-The-City-of-Oxford-during-the-British-Civil-War-1642-6

 
 

For further information.

  • Contact name : Banbury Musuem
  • Contact phone : 01295 753752
 

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