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Oxford Then and Now

Explore 8 historic and modern photo comparisons from Oxford. Drag the interactive sliders to see how these places have changed over time.

Explore familiar Oxford scenes, from the timeless elegance of Worcester College to the iconic Radcliffe Camera standing since the mid-18th century. Wander along Broad Street and High Street, where glimpses from the 19th and early 20th centuries meet the present day, revealing changes in architecture and street life. These then-and-now views invite you to consider how some corners of the university city have transformed while others remain enduring landmarks.

  • Worcester College, Oxford 1900 – 2026



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  • The Great Quadrangle at Christ Church Oxford 1903 – 2024



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  • The Radcliffe Camera Oxford 1750 -2024



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  • Broad Street Oxford 1880 – 2025



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  • High Street Oxford 1810 – 2015



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  • Mill Street Oxford c1880 – 2024

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  • Oxford High Street 1885 – 2024

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  • University College Oxford High Street 1833 – 2024

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