WE ARE UNCOMFORTABLE OXFORD
Uncomfortable Oxford is an academic-led organisation and certified social enterprise providing a number of services. We research and design educational walking tours for the public that focus on histories of empire, gender, race, class inequality, wealth distribution, disability, and other topics which are often overlooked in traditional narratives. We also provide talks and workshops for a variety of audiences.
In addition to our public engagement work, we collaborate with a number of professional and academic organisations to undertake research, sensitivity consultation, and digital resource development.
Get in touch to work with us!
OUR SERVICES
Group Tours
Our group bookings are useful for larger groups, school groups, conference bookings and special company events
Commissions & Collaborations
We collaborate with museums, universities, institutions, and private clients to create bespoke experiences and partner on research projects such as the Oxford Health Histories Project.
Our expert guiding team are all researchers specialising in a broad range of subjects. They approach their work through the lens of equity and diversity, celebrating untold narratives and going above and beyond to platform ignored voices. Our tours are the perfect team building activity. They offer a fun and engaging method of tackling the more complex issues we face today.
Additionally, they can provide talks based on their own research, or work with organisations to conduct sensitivity reviews, offering insights and recommendations to enhance representation and fairness. Elevate your organisational activities by getting in touch to book a tour or discuss a commission.
Educational Resources
We provide a number of free educational resources – check them out.
Listen to our podcast
Our podcast is perfect for anyone looking for a brief introduction to the British Empire.
Read our blog
Our research blog highlights interesting local histories and other relevant stories related to the topics we cover, including histories of class, race, empire, gender, and historical memory.
Set in Stone Project
Interested in memorialisation in Oxfordshire? We have created a virtual map locating official and informal memorials in Oxford, with a growing list.
Reading lists
Check out the reading lists we have created around our tours and podcast, for further research and information.
Health Histories
Learn more about local health histories through this educational tool developed and designed in collaboration with the Faculty of History at the University of Oxford.
Like-Minded Projects
Other organisations are also doing great work!
Learn about some other like-minded projects.
Local Partners
We work with many institutions and organisations to develop our tours and projects. Check out our partners.
