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Visiting The Kilns: Tour and Ticket Information

Plan your guided tour of C. S. Lewis’s former Oxford home with essential booking details.

Secure your entry to C. S. Lewis’s preserved Oxford residence, which operates as a study centre and is accessible primarily via small guided tours. Because visits must be booked in advance and capacity is highly limited, we recommend planning ahead. Please verify current tour availability and ticket pricing directly through official channels before finalizing your trip.

The Kilns
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The Kilns tickets and prices in Oxford: complete ticket options, discounts, and visitor pricing guide
Compare official The Kilns ticket categories, free-entry eligibility, and price tiers before you book in Oxford.
Use this ticket overview to quickly understand admission prices for The Kilns, including adult, child, student, senior, group, and member options in Oxford. The table below highlights current ticket structures, conditions, and extra notes so you can plan your visit budget with confidence.

The Kilns ticket pricing overview and admission policy in Oxford

Paid admission

Tours are by appointment only and must be requested via email at least 2 weeks in advance. Credit cards preferred. Prices will increase on August 1, 2026.

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The Kilns ticket categories, prices, and access conditions

Adult (Prior to Aug 1, 2026)
£20.00

Valid for tours scheduled before August 1, 2026 By appointment only

Student (Prior to Aug 1, 2026)
£15.00

Valid for tours scheduled before August 1, 2026 By appointment only; student proof may be required

Senior (Prior to Aug 1, 2026)
£15.00

Ages 60 and over. Valid for tours scheduled before August 1, 2026 By appointment only

Child (Prior to Aug 1, 2026)
£10.00

Valid for tours scheduled before August 1, 2026 By appointment only

Adult (Beginning Aug 1, 2026)
£25.00

Valid for tours scheduled starting August 1, 2026 By appointment only

Student (Beginning Aug 1, 2026)
£20.00

Valid for tours scheduled starting August 1, 2026 By appointment only; student proof may be required

Senior (Beginning Aug 1, 2026)
£20.00

Ages 60 and over. Valid for tours scheduled starting August 1, 2026 By appointment only

Child (Beginning Aug 1, 2026)
£15.00

Valid for tours scheduled starting August 1, 2026 By appointment only

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How much are ticket prices for The Kilns?

Prior to August 1, 2026, tickets are £20 for adults, £15 for students and seniors (60+), and £10 for children. Beginning August 1, 2026, prices increase to £25 for adults, £20 for students and seniors, and £15 for children.

How do you book admission to The Kilns?

Admission to The Kilns is conducted by appointment only, requiring an email reservation at least two weeks in advance.

Does The Kilns offer free entry?

No, there is no free general entry or free child entry available at The Kilns. All tours require paid tickets.

Are group tickets available for The Kilns?

Yes, group pricing is available for groups of 15 or more visitors upon request.

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