In addition to being renowned for his fictional and academic works, C. S. Lewis is also lauded as one of the most well-known Christian apologists, having written books such as Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, and other volumes that continue to edify those of faith today. During his time living at The Kilns, he was a member of—and even occasionally spoke at—the local parish church, Holy Trinity, Headington Quarry. Today, the site of worship serves as his final resting place, where he is buried beside his beloved brother Warney.
Text Leslie Bennett Smith
Photography Jane Hope
To learn more about C. S. Lewis’ home, see “Sylvan Sanctuary” in which we explore The Kilns in full and “A Scholarly City” in which we visit noteworthy sites around Oxford. Both stories can be found in the September/October 2023 issue, available on newsstands and at victoriamag.com. Learn about how you can join Victoria for a visit to The Kilns in Spring 2024 during a stay in Oxford at our Events page or by emailing us at victoriaevents@hoffmanmedia.com.
