St. Mary the Virgin Church
BerkshireArchitectureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Key info
CategoryArchitecture
Berkshire
About this attraction
About St. Mary the Virgin Church
St. Mary the Virgin Church stands as a venerable testament to faith and architectural prowess in the heart of Oxford. Dating back to the 12th century, this Anglican parish church boasts a striking blend of Norman, Gothic, and Victorian architectural styles. Situated near the Radcliffe Camera and Bodleian Library, it has been a focal point of Oxford’s religious and academic life for centuries. With its soaring spire and intricate stonework, the church welcomes visitors to admire its historic beauty and to reflect on the enduring presence of spirituality in the city known as the “City of Dreaming Spires.”
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Getting here
Scenic routes that pass nearby
Hop on any of these for a scenic ride to St. Mary the Virgin Church.
- BUSDuration1 hour 30 minutesFrequencyHourlyNearest stopMaugersbury, Fosse Manor Hotel · 49 min walk
- RAILDuration1 hour 20 minutesFrequency2 trains every hour
- BUSDuration1 hour, 37 minutesFrequencyEvery 20 minNearest stopOxford City Centre, St Aldates · 578 min walk
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