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Martyrs' Memorial

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Historical landmark

13 Magdalen St, Oxford OX1 3AE, United Kingdom

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h. o.

A great memorial to Crammer Latimer and Ridley designed by George Gilbert Scott (yes that man again how did he find the time) of whom I am a great fan .Latimer Bishop of Worcester , Ridley Bishop of London and Cranmer Archbishop of Canterbury all burnt at the stake during the Marian Persecutions

T. P.

A Fabulous monument in centre of Oxford just walking distance to all the shops

R. H.

Magnificent monument in centre of Oxford, that has all the University college buildings on one side and the imposing Randolph Hotel and shopping Quarter on the other.

E.

Beautiful Memorial, inscription: To the Glory of God, and in grateful commemoration of His servants, Thomas Cranmer, Nicholas Ridley, Hugh Latimer, Prelates of the Church of England, who near this spot yielded their bodies to be burned, bearing witness to the sacred truths which they had affirmed and maintained against the errors of the Church of Rome, and rejoicing that to them it was given not only to believe in Christ, but also to suffer for His sake; this monument was erected by public subscription in the year of our Lord God, MDCCCXLI.

E. C.

This is an incredible piece of history, sitting right in the middle of a modern-day high-traffic intersection. I highly recommend you check it out. The steps leading right up to the monument are great to sit and have lunch on (I have myself several times). The whole thing was "refurbished" in 2002 (I think), so all the carvings and such are very clear.

F. H.

Certainly was outstanding and the pigeons contribute to it. The beauty is due to the complementary nature of the stone and the surrounding area. I have often use this as a meeting place and I have never missed a friend because of it, nor have I ever been late if this has been my destination. Great!

B. R.

One of Oxford,s best landmarks opersite the old Randolph Hotel witch has just had a face-lift, l haven't been inside yet but l hope to do so very soon. I've been told that it's a very beautiful place..😊

A. V.

A cross in St. Giles Street marks the spot where the reformers Latimer, Ridley, and Cranmer were burned at the stake between 1555-56, an event commemorated by the Martyrs' Memorial (1841). The nearby Rhodes House, headquarters of the Rhodes Trust founded in honor of South African statesman Cecil Rhodes, is also worth checking out. Also close by is the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. Built in 1855, it contains a number of interesting collections, including geological, mineralogical, and zoological sections, as well as work by Darwin, Burchell, and Hope. There's also a pleasant walk along the Cherwell past Parson's Pleasure to a path called Mesopotamia, which leads to Magdalen Bridge. Location: St. Giles, Oxford

H. X.

Would’ve looked better if the weather was nicer...

T. P.

Really awesome place to sit and watch the traffic. Amazingly calming. I hear some locals take the mickey out of tourists by claiming it's the spire of an underground cathedral... 😉

K. S.

Just situated at the road junction and could be easily missed as it was not outstanding.

H. S.

The Martyrs' Memorial is a stone monument positioned at the intersection of St Giles', Magdalen Street and Beaumont Street, to the west of Balliol College, Oxford, England. It commemorates the 16th-century Oxford Martyrs. The monument was built 300 years after the events of the English Reformation and commemorates the Bishop of Worcester Hugh Latimer and Bishop of London Nicholas Ridley, who were burned nearby on October 16, 1555 after having been convicted for heresy because of their Protestant beliefs after a quick trial. It also commemorates the former Archbishop of Canterbury Thomas Cranmer, who was similarly executed (after having watched his colleagues' painful deaths while imprisoned in a nearby tower and the Vatican having permitted his degradation from holy orders in February) on March 21, 1556. The Rev. Charles Pourtales Golightly (a descendant of Huguenots who fled to England in that earlier era) and other Anglican clergy raised the funds to erect the monument during the Victorian era. They opposed the 19th century Oxford Movement (also known also the Tractarian Movement), led by John Keble, John Henry Newman and others. Golightly and his colleagues were alarmed at the Anglo-Catholic realignment the movement was bringing into the Church of England, and wanted the memorial to reflect the university's Protestant profession and anti-Catholic tradition. Designed by George Gilbert Scott, the monument was completed in 1843 after two years' work, having replaced "a picturesque but tottering old house". The Victorian Gothic memorial, whose design dates from 1838, has been likened to the steeple of a cathedral, though it was consciously patterned on the Eleanor crosses erected by King Edward I between 1290 and 1294 to the memory of his wife, Queen Eleanor of Castile (1241–1290). Henry Weekes sculpted the three statues of Cranmer, Latimer and Ridley. The monument is listed at Grade II*.[3] The inscription on the base of the Martyrs' Memorial reads: To the Glory of God, and in grateful commemoration of His servants, Thomas Cranmer, Nicholas Ridley, Hugh Latimer, Prelates of the Church of England, who near this spot yielded their bodies to be burned, bearing witness to the sacred truths which they had affirmed and maintained against the errors of the Church of Rome, and rejoicing that to them it was given not only to believe in Christ, but also to suffer for His sake; this monument was erected by public subscription in the year of our Lord God, MDCCCXLI. Cuthbert Bede (in his novel The Adventures of Mr Verdant Green) wrote about the setting of the Martyrs' Memorial thus in 1853: He who enters the city, as Mr Green did, from the Woodstock Road, and rolls down the shady avenue of St Giles', between St John's College and the Taylor Buildings, and past the graceful Martyrs' Memorial, will receive impressions such as probably no other city in the world could convey. The actual execution site is close by in Broad Street, just outside the line of the old city walls. The site is marked by an iron cross sunk in the road.

J. H.

A number of people were burned for practising their Faith slightly differently from the main religion of the Day. Most countries have moved on since those days. There's missing tarmac on Broad Street 2 mins walk away where the 'heretics' met their end. No doubt they're in Heaven while their persecutors are in a very hot place! For foreign visitors Magdalen is pronounced Maudlin. (It's a southern thing)

R. W.

Not situated in the exact place where the Oxford Martyrs were executed. Around the corner there is a square of road left uncovered by tarmac and a plaque on the wall to mark the actual site. The Memorial itself has become a meeting point for parties of overseas school pupils

s. t.

The monument stands on a small island between two roads Once there it is possible to sit on the steps or explore Supervision for small children advised

D. P.

Had a really nice walk around. There's plenty to see. The whole place is Harry Potter obsessed! No idea why.

J. B.

"Play the man, Master Ridley; we shall this day light such a candle, by God's grace, in England as, I trust, shall never be put out!" - Bishop Hugh Latimer

P. F.

Lots of buses near by to catch if you need to get out of the city.

A. 5.

Beautiful place. Lots of interesting buildings and structures to enjoy.

E.

It's a good place to sit and have a bite to eat...but be a lot nicer without the dirty unwashed hobos who also like to hang around

s. f.

Interesting place, met there for a brilliant Morse themed walking tour of Oxford

F. P.

It's a lovely place to sit down and enjoy a bite to eat. And watch the world go by.

I. A. B.

Place to meet. Many shops around, if you want shop. Few minutes from westgate. Situated in the center of Oxford. Many buses'stop.

P. S.

Very busy

J. S.

Important landmark in Oxford. Very close to the Ashmolean museum of art and archeology.

C. W.

Historically significant, and features a lot in Inspector Morse et al.

b. b.

Nice meeting point.

S. H.

Very macabre memorial. If you go see it, you should also see the oxford university cathedral as well. And the oxford town center, where the martyrs were burned alive.

S. S.

A place to sit and relax as many people do Also you know you are sitting or standing on a very historical monument

G. I.

Met here for our walking tour is a nice place to sit

y. y.

Interesting story behind it

S. L.

Juat the bus stop location cant day i noticed the memorial, it should be published more

g. w.

Nice views if you don't mind the pigeons

I. A.

Monument of martyrs in oxford

R. J.

Very nice

D. F.

Nice evening good for a interested and historical experience

E. D.

Grab a sandwich & drink from nearby Sainsbury's, sit on the steps here and watch the world go by.

J. B.

We used the monument as a meeting place. I was oblivious about the history, though.

j. 8. f. t. l. o. t.

With this at the end of st giles its the main focal point for all visiting tourist to the city of oxford

e. e.

The best location for starting Oxford City Tour

F. A.

Interesting Protestant History of the Church of England.

M. A.

Cool historical place Should visit it :)

J. B.

Important landmark in Oxford

A. K.

Good meeting place with public toilets.

K. P.

Beautiful old monument symbolic of Oxford.

M. P.

Ideal landmark as a meeting point. Got some history to it as well.

M. K.

Nice memorial. Well maintained

M. M.

Oxford is a beautiful and very interesting city

C. A.

Very good architectural memorial

R. P.

An easy memorial to visit and to park close by

E.

A good landmark for visitors.

J. T.

Quite nice, lovely location

N. L.

Great people deserve great monuments.

A. A.

Good place for taking photos

M. R.

A landscape of English history and heritage

S. R.

An impressive historical monument

B. A.

Very Nice Place to Visit

L. P.

Genuine vibes when looking over at unkempt cemetery.

J. B.

Oxford...!!!!! What's not to like about this city. Amazing says it all...!!!!!

R. S.

Very interesting but also very sad

U. A. S.

Threre we met our guide

D. K.

Great place to people watch

S. S.

The place in Oxford has dark history.

I. H.

Historical and great views

C. C.

beautiful and interesting place

M. D.

Not much to see here tbh

江.

Sad story.

A. M.

Historically fascinating landmark

T. A.

Just sit and watch the crowd.

T. M.

Good place for demonstrations

M.

It's a memorial, nothing else

N. B.

A nice place to visit

P. G.

Nice place to visit

B. S.

Nice architecture.

H. B.

It is not the right location of Memorial

A. K. m.

Well worth a visit

J. B.

Iconic location in Oxford.

J. G.

Wonderful monument

M. A.

Beautiful monument

m. b.

Nice unusual place

C. B.

A lovely monument

K.

Very busy

J. B.

Very sad story...

J. P.

Nice memorial

J. G.

Just amazing

M. A.

Nice memorial

A. C.

Really nice

S. P. C.

Really nice.

R. B.

Glorious architecture

D. B.

Very impressive

M. B.

Visited on 25.11.2019

B. C.

Beautiful place

J.

Nice stone

Z. N.

Good

M. T.

Ooo

A. R.

Really inspiring

B. K.

Ok

P. H.

Brilliant place

D. C.

Beautiful

B. X.

Wonderful

S. A.

Good

J. T. L.

Oxford beautiful city

R. S.

Excellent

n.

good

S. M.

Tourist attraction

D. K.

Quite interesting

y. k.

Good place

M. R. L.

Beautiful

S. B.

A Special Place ❤

J. K.

Many nitties

P. M.

Wow

K. C.

Reformation 500!

J. C. A.

It is a memorial

G. T.

In the centre of Oxford

F. I.

Central memorial

T. C.

Remarkable

B. W.

Piece of history

P. P.

Environment

S. M. M.

Historical

M. H.

Intriguing

M. K.

(Translated) The Martyrs' Memorial is located at the intersection of St Giles', Magdalen Street and Beaumont Street in Oxford, England, outside Balliol College, Oxford University. It was built to commemorate the "Oxford Martyrs" in the 16th century. The Martyrdom Tower was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott and completed in 1843 in the Victorian Gothic style, resembling the cathedral spire. The statues of Thomas Cranmer, Hugh Latimer and Nicholas Ridley were designed by Henry Weeks. This place is a very good place to meet people nearby. (Original) 殉道紀念塔（Martyrs' Memorial）位於英國牛津的聖吉爾斯街（St Giles'）、抹大拉街（Magdalen Street）和博蒙街（Beaumont Street）交匯處，牛津大學貝利奧爾學院外，為紀念16世紀「牛津殉道者」而建。 殉道紀念塔由喬治·吉爾伯特·斯科特爵士設計，完成於1843年，維多利亞哥德式風格，如同主教座堂的尖頂。托馬斯·克蘭麥、休·拉蒂默和尼古拉斯·里德利三人的雕像是由亨利·威克斯設計。 這個地方是附近一個非常好和人約見面的地點。

김.

(Translated) The monument was built in honor of the martyred priest during the Queen of England, Mary I (1516-1558, reign 1553-1558). Worcester Bishop Hugh Latimer, Bishop Nicholas Ridley of London, and Patriarch Thomas Cranmer, symbolizing the Anglican Church, were blamed for the persecution of Mary I, a devout Roman Catholic. Not far from here, they marked the places where they had been burned, in the form of crosses in brick on the road. It would be nice to have a look there. Please check the signs on the opposite wall. (Original) 잉글랜드 여왕 메리 1세(1516~1558, 재위 1553~1558)때 순교한 성직자를 기념하기 위해 세운 기념비입니다. 워스터주교 휴 라티머, 런던 주교 니콜라스 리들리, 켄터베리 총대주교 토마스 크랜머 이 세 사람은 잉글랜드 국교회를 상징하는 인물인데, 독실한 로마 천주교회 신자였던 메리 1세의 박해로 화형당했습니다. 여기서 멀지 않은 곳에 그들이 화형당한 장소를 표시해놓았습니다.길에 벽돌로 십자 형태로 있습니다. 거기까지 살펴보시면 좋을 것 같습니다. 맞은편 건물 벽에 안내판이 있으니 꼭 확인하시기 바랍니다.

ภ. พ.

(Translated) Located at the intersection of St Giles, Magdalen Street and Beaumont Road, outside Balliol College in Oxford, England, is a memorial built to commemorate three British priests who were burned at a pile outside the walls of Broad Street. In 1550 Thomas Cranmer, Nicholas Ridley, and Hugh Latimer were executed. Mary 1 (Original) ที่ตั้งอยู่บริเวณสี่แยก St Giles ถนน Magdalen และถนน Beaumont ที่อยู่ด้านนอกของวิทยาลัย Balliol เมือง Oxford ประเทศอังกฤษ เป็นอนุสรณ์สถานที่สร้างเพื่อระลึกถึงบาทหลวงชาวอังกฤษ 3 ท่าน ที่ถูกเผาบริเวณเสาเข็มด้านนอกกำแพงเมือง ถนน Broad Street ในปี 1550 ได้แก่ Thomas Cranmer, Nicholas Ridley, และ Hugh Latimer ซึ่งเป็นผู้ที่ถูกสั่งประหารชีวิตตามคำสั่งของสมเด็จ พระราชินีนาถแมรีที่ 1

N. S.

(Translated) Small monument really well done, excellent finish. I do not recommend visiting it, but it will certainly be passing through, so a photo can always be taken! (Original) Piccolo monumento davvero ben fatto, ottime finitura. Non consiglio di visitarlo, ma sarà sicuramente di passaggio, quindi una foto si può sempre fare!

F. F.

(Translated) It is a very beautiful elegant city with important monuments. Very lively center located behind the monument. On the side there is a balcony that overlooks some very beautiful gardens. (Original) È una città molto bella elegante con monumenti importanti. Centro molto vivace che si trova dietro al monumento. A lato c'è una balconata che si affaccia su dei giardini molto belli.

D. M.

(Translated) The monument was built around 1840, three hundred years after the martyrdom of the Bishop of Worcester and the Bishop of London, both accused of heresy. It was subjected to a restoration in 2003. It has a Gothic character (Original) Il monumento fu costruito intorno al 1840, trecento anni dopo il martirio del vescovo di Worcester e del vescovo di Londra, entrambi accusati di eresia. Fu soggetto ad un intervento di restauro nel 2003. Presenta un carattere goticheggiante

o. b.

(Translated) Very distinctive landmark in the center of Oxford. Unfortunately, often neglected. Perhaps this is because it is often under the siege of homeless people, dubious existence or teenagers. But certainly worth a look 😉 (Original) Velmi výrazná památka v centru Oxfordu. Bohužel často opomíjená. Možná je to způsobeno tím, že je často v obležení bezdomovců, pochybných existencí nebo teenagerů. Určitě ale stojí za zhlédnutí 😉

M.

(Translated) This monument is always full of people who rest on the steps. Maybe many do not know who is dedicated but the martyrs must be happy that they gather so many people. (Original) Este monumento suempre está lleno de gente que descansa en los escalones.A lo mejor muchos no saben a quienes està dedicado pero los martires deben estar contentos que reunen tanta gente.

E. P.

(Translated) Beautiful place, and to see the students the youth that reigns in this place is passionate, I enjoyed very much, as for the priests burned .... 😥 (Original) Lindo lugar, e ver os estudantes a juventude que reina nesse local é apaixonante, gostei muitíssimo, quanto aos sacerdotes queimados .... 😥

Z. M.

(Translated) The City of Oxford and the University. You should spend a few hours on it ... historic and charming (Original) העיר אוקספורד והאוניברסיטה. כדאי להקדיש לה מספר שעות... היסטורית ומקסימה

C. S.

(Translated) Beautiful! The museums are as wonderful as the city. (Original) Lindo! Os museus são tão maravilhosos, quanto a cidade.

J. F.

(Translated) I felt thoughtful, nostalgic, imagining people being martyred for their faith in Christ (Original) Me senti pensativa, nostálgica, imaginando pessoas sendo martirizados por sua fé em Cristo

타.

(Translated) Statue built to commemorate three religious leaders who were martyred in Oxford (Original) 옥스포드에서 순교당했던 세명의 종교 지도자를 기념하기 위해 지어진 조각상

I. B.

(Translated) The vibe of this place (Original) Klimat tego miejsca

P. R.

(Translated) Monument located in a small square in the middle of the street. It commemorates a fact of the history of the city. (Original) Monumento ubicado en una pequeña plazoleta en el medio de la calle. Conmemora un hecho de la historia de la ciudad.

J. L.

(Translated) Interesting designed, very nice monument and with a pretty strong history (Original) Interesante diseñó, muy agradable monumento y con una historia bastante fuerte

R. B.

(Translated) You can appreciate every detail of this building and it is beautiful. (Original) Puedes apreciar cada detalle de esta edificación y es hermoso.

A. Y.

(Translated) Oxford University Library Complex. Most impressive recommended. (Original) אוניברסיטת אוקספורד מתחם הספריות. מרשים ביותר מומלץ.

x. w.

(Translated) An attraction of Oxford University. (Original) 牛津大学的一个景点。

K. M.

(Translated) Live in Oxford with an interesting history. (Original) อยู่ในถิ่นของอ๊อกฟอร์ดที่มีประวัติน่าสนใจ

D. T.

(Translated) I like these places very much. (Original) Dieser Orte gefällt mir sehr gut.

E. y. D.

(Translated) Historical place. Different. Worth a visit. (Original) Histórico lugar. Diferente. Vale la pena visitarlo.

g. f.

(Translated) It is beautiful, emotional, it transports you in time ... (Original) Es hermoso, emotivo, te transporta en el tiempo...

A. K.

(Translated) Nice center of Oxford, had a nice tour (Original) Mooi centrum van Oxford, leuke rondleiding gehad

S. c.

(Translated) Oxford martyr's tower! Driving. These are the meeting places! (Original) 옥스포드 순교자의탑! 모는. 이들의 만남의 장소!

P. G.

(Translated) I'm going to tell you about Oxford. I love (Original) Que os voy a contar de Oxford. Me encanta

J. B.

(Translated) I invite you to visit... (Original) Convido a visitarem...

R. L.

(Translated) Horrible story from far back in time (Original) Horribel historie fra langt bak i tid

Y. S.

R. e.

(Translated) Interesting story of the martyrs of the hogera (Original) Interesante historia de los mártires de la hogera

P. d. B.

(Translated) Very nice. (Original) Erg mooi.

Y. O.

(Translated) I liked (Original) Me gustó

蔡.

(Translated) Full of historical significance (Original) 充滿歷史意義

R. M. G.

(Translated) Great I loved it (Original) Estupendo me encantó

d. D.

(Translated) Dirty public toilets (Original) 公共廁所髒

G. S.

(Translated) City tour in Oxford was the blast. (Original) Stadtführung in Oxford war der Knaller.

S. P.

(Translated) Very pretty. (Original) Muy bonito.

M. S.

(Translated) Beautiful! (Original) Precioso!

R. B.

H. M.

M. L. H.

P. S.

(Translated) Because it is witnessing the story (Original) Porque es testimoniar la historia

M. A. F. F.

(Translated) Very pretty (Original) Muy bonito

A. P.

H. c. g.

(Translated) Many students and tourists (Original) Muchos estudiantes y turistas

r. v.

(Translated) A landmark in the city of Oxford (Original) Um marco na cidade de Oxford

M. G.

(Translated) Very pretty (Original) Muy bonito

J. L. B.

O. D. M.

(Translated) Handsome (Original) Hermoso

E. C.

(Translated) Beautiful (Original) Frumos

C. C.

(Translated) Pretty (Original) Lindo

A. F.

(Translated) Beautiful location (Original) Bonito local

R. S.

(Translated) Liked it (Original) Gostei

A. A.

(Translated) Null interest (Original) Interés nulo

施.

(Translated) Landmark building (Original) 地標建築

J. M.

(Translated) Awesome.... (Original) Impresionante....

C. T.

(Translated) Oxford (Original) 牛津

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I. L.

(Translated) Very beautiful (Original) Wunderschön

J. C. P.

(Translated) Fantastic (Original) Fantástico

س. 9.

(Translated) Historical places (Original) مكان تاريخي

O. C.

(Translated) Interesting (Original) Interesant

S. C.

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