When? Wed 13 May 2026, 7:30pm
Where? OXFORD: Florence Park Community Centre (info)
This follows on from the workshop with Ian Forrest, read the report: Searching for History
An event of the history of a local medieval site posted by the Florence Park Community Centre – FPCC. 900 Years of Sanctuary & Compassion in East Oxford. Martin Stott marks the anniversary of Bartlemas, a hidden treasure. Presented by: Florence Park Talks
On the 900th anniversary of the founding of the leper hospital at Bartlemas in east Oxford, Martin Stott charts its origins, turbulent history, its focus on the outcasts, dispossessed, and refugees of the times, and the healing, care, refuge and sanctuary it offered. He traces its impact on east Oxford over 900 years, drawing out the threads of these traditions, re-made and celebrated in the neighbourhood today. Also known as St Bartholomew’s Chapel, it is older than any other Grade 1 listed building across the city. A hidden treasure. Starting as a leper hospital, recent archeological investigations have shed light on a wide fascinating history. You will be enthralled.
Martin Stott is a photographer and local historian. His photobook Bartlemas: Oxford’s hidden sanctuary is just out and will be available for sale on the evening.
https://wegottickets.com/f/18091
