Churchill & Sarsden Heritage Centre is one of those Cotswold places that rewards a slower wander, with the sort of streets, views and local details that are easy to miss if you rush through.
Whether you are visiting for the first time or coming back for another look, you will find ideas here around Cotswold Towns, Churchill and Sarsden Heritage Centre Summary, plus a few pointers to help you make more of your time in and around Churchill & Sarsden Heritage Centre.
Summary:
Possibly the smallest museum in Oxfordshire opened in 2001 in the restored chancel of Churchill’s original medieval church.A contender for the accolade of smallest museum in Oxfordshire, the heritage centre opened in 2001 in the restored chancel of Churchill’s original medieval church.
It is located in a stunning setting overlooking the site of the ‘lost’ village of Churchill, destroyed by fire in 1684.
Despite its size, the building’s ancient walls contain a wealth of exhibits relating to local history along with state-of-the-art technology.
It is located in a stunning setting overlooking the site of the ‘lost’ village of Churchill, destroyed by fire in 1684.
Despite its size, the building’s ancient walls contain a wealth of exhibits relating to local history along with state-of-the-art technology.
In 2010, the centre was awarded a Heritage Lottery Fund grant to enable work on the maintenance of the building, enhance the displays and extend the projects of the centre.
The heritage centre is open April to September on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays from 2pm-4.30pm. Admission is free.
More Information
Address:
Hastings Hill, Churchill, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 6NA
Telephone:
01608 658603