St Michael at the North Gate

St Michael's Tower is certainly one of the oldest, if not The oldest structure in Oxford. It is believed to date back to saxton times.

It is part of a lovely old church which is well worth visiting in its own right and there are wonderful views from the top of the tower which make it worth the effort to make the climb to the top.

This is an interesting, small historic church in the centre of Oxford. The Saxon tower, built around 1040, is the oldest building in the city for which there is a fee to climb, currently £3.50 (Adults) £2.00 (Children) with concessionary and family tickets also available. These can be purchased in the small shop. There are some interesting artefacts to see going up the 97 steps and a view of the city from the top.. The church was rebuilt several times during the medieval period and restored in the 19th century. There are a variety of free concerts on most Mondays at 1pm with a retiring collection for a charity nominated by the musicians. As you come out of the church gift shop don't miss the Fairtrade shop on the right down some steps to the basement.

Beautiful medieval church in the heart of Oxford. The admission ia free and it provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy a moment of peace and quiet when walking down High Street.

One of the four gates of Oxford this Saxon tower is around a thousand years old and part of what was a church dwellings and a prison. If was part of the wall defense of Oxford. There's a lot of good information to be read. £3.50 and thanks to the Corona I had it all to myself. The views from the top are lovely.

Climb the Saxon tower for the best views of Oxford. £3.5 and 1000 years of history at your feet.

In for a thrill? Contemplation? Historical information? It has it all. A hidden gem of Oxford on its very own high street. Standing tall and proud adjacent church is welcome to all with amazing and beautifully crafted architectural features that leave you smiling. And if that's not enough? Why not test your bravery on the staircase to heaven. A.k.a. The Tower. £3.50 per adult entry and scary heights with rich history. Sad to say we didn't get any photos of the view as we were a little jelly legged! BUT it was an amazing once in a lifetime moment to definitely not be marred by the need to take a photo.

A really beautiful church. Loved the tower and the view from the top

Great little church oldest building in Oxford the Tower is Saxon I believe Wesley preached here statues of St George and St Michael I am guessing and a great stained glass window you can climb the tower for a small fee "my chains fell off ,my eyes could see , I rose went forth and followed thee"