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About The Kilns

The Kilns is a private residence and study centre in Headington, Oxford, operated by the C.S. Lewis Foundation. While not a public museum, the Kilns offers curated experiences through scheduled tours and programs that explore the life and work of C.S. Lewis. Tours are conducted by appointment on select days, with admission fees applying. This page provides practical details for visitors, including seating and accessibility information, nearby parking and transportation options, as well as recommended hotels and restaurants to help you plan a comfortable visit in Oxford.

Location: The Kilns, Headington, Oxford, OX3 8JD, United Kingdom. The site hosts Kilns Seminars, Scholars-in-Residence, and Oxford Walking Tours, offering an intimate look into Lewis’s world and the surrounding Oxfordshire landscape.

To secure your visit, check the schedule for available appointment days (Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays) and book ahead. While on-site parking details are not publicly published, travel planning can be simplified by selecting convenient nearby transit or parked locations within Headington. We’ve highlighted trusted nearby hotels and eateries to make your planning easier, including affiliate options for comfortable stays and dining in the Oxford area. If you’re a CS Lewis enthusiast or a scholar-in-residence program participant, The Kilns offers a thoughtful, well-curated experience that complements Oxford’s historic literary heritage.

For experiences beyond the standard tours, consider joining Kilns Seminars or the Oxford Walking Tours page for schedules and registration. We’re here to help you secure a respectful, informative visit to this unique study centre.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location/address: The Kilns, Headington, Oxford, OX3 8JD, United Kingdom.
  • Venue type: Private residence and study centre (not a museum or public theater).
  • Public access: Tours of The Kilns are conducted by appointment only on select days (Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays); admission fees apply (£20 adult, £15 student/senior, £10 child).
  • Notable events hosted: C.S. Lewis Study Centre programs including Kilns Seminars, Scholars-in-Residence, and Oxford Walking Tours.
  • Parking/transit: No published on-site parking or transit details; tours are scheduled around resident needs.
  • Demolished/renamed: No; The Kilns remains The Kilns and is operated by the C.S. Lewis Foundation as a study centre.