South East England, England

Founded in the early 12th century, Cassington Church was served by ministers from Christ Church, Oxford. Today it retains its single nave and many original Norman elements.

A blue plaque marks the family home of author J. R. R. Tolkien from 1930 to 1947, at 20 Northmoor Road in Oxford. Here Tolkien wrote The Hobbit and the first two volumes of The Lord of the Rings.

The rectory where Jane Austen was born no longer survives, but the scenic site where it used to stand is worth visiting.

Consecrated in 1449, Rycote Chapel was originally a private chantry built for Richard and Sibil Quatremayne of Rycote. It is now a church.

Set within peaceful grounds, the village church of Great Milton was mostly rebuilt in the early 14th century. The building is thus predominately Early English, but some Norman features can still be seen.

Pleasure pier and associated structures. 1891-1901, added to in 1906, 1910-1911 and 1930; restored and added to in c1945, c1973 and since 1984.

One of the most beautiful and prestigious colleges in Oxford, Christ Church was founded by Cardinal Wolsey in 1525. Highlights include Tom Tower, by Sir Christopher Wren, the beautiful Great Hall, and Christ Church Cathedral.

Originally a Saxon minster, this large parish church dates mainly from the late 13th century but retains some earlier elements. It has an attractive 13th-century spire and some notable interior decorations.