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The Kilns - CS Lewis's Home
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- Guided tours of C.S. Lewis's former home
- Nearby Holy Trinity Church where Lewis worshipped and is buried
- See the Narnia Window and Lewis family pew
- Learn about the Kilns' current use as a study centre
The Kilns was C.S. Lewis's Oxford home and is now run as a study centre by the C.S. Lewis Foundation, offering pre-booked guided tours on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Visitors should request a tour at least two weeks ahead by email, as the house remains a working residence for scholars rather than a conventional museum, and filming is not allowed. Nearby, Holy Trinity Church at Headington Quarry — where Lewis worshipped for decades and is buried — features the Narnia Window and the family pew. Located in Risinghurst and Sandhills, Oxford, it makes an interesting stop for literary fans staying in the area, with 42 bookable places to stay within 5 miles, Oxford station 3.4 miles away, and Wolvercote Mill Stream beach 4.8 miles away.
Practical details
- Booking
- Tours by appointment only, request at least two weeks in advance
- Open
- Tours run on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
- Accessibility
- Filming is not permitted during tours
- Best for
- Visitors interested in C.S. Lewis's life and legacy
From the attraction's own website on 29 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Guided Tours
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