What is it?

Watch out for this sharp, spiky metal bar! It once sat atop a towering nine-foot wall built in 1934 to divide the neighbourhood of Cutteslowe in Oxford. These deadly-looking spikes sat on the wall to keep the people who lived in Cutteslowe apart based on how rich or poor they were. The wall was called the Cutteslowe Walls and they were a symbol of inequality and separation. People protested and tried to get rid of the walls, but they stayed for a long 25 years until the City Council finally got rid of them in 1959. These spikes might look scary, but they remind us of a time when people used walls and barriers to keep others apart. Why do you think people protested against these walls?

Where is it?

You can find it at Museum of Oxford

In Gallery 1, remember to look up!

When can I see it?

You can see this item up until 21/12/2025

Can I collect it?

This item can't be collected at the moment but check back in the future!