Oxford and Empire Walking Tour 🚶‍♂️🌍
Discover how Oxford helped to shape 400 years of colonial history in just two hours. This walking tour reveals the city’s connections to the British Raj in India, the opium wars in China, the conquest of America, and the Maafa in Africa and the Caribbean, while also highlighting stories of anti-colonial resistance and solidarity.
Led by Dan Glazebrook—a veteran guide, political journalist, and educator with a master’s in International Relations—the tour offers a fresh perspective on Oxford’s historic buildings and their role in shaping today’s globalised world. Expect surprising stories of legendary, infamous, and lesser-known figures who built or confronted the colonial order.
What to expect:
- 🏛️ Guided exploration of Oxford’s colleges and landmarks through the lens of empire and colonialism
- đź“š Stories connecting Oxford to India, China, America, Africa, the Caribbean, and the Middle East
- 🎤 Expert commentary from Dan Glazebrook, blending history, politics, and culture
- 🎟️ Includes entrance to one of Oxford University’s medieval colleges