The Eagle and Child pub, once frequented by Tolkien and Lewis, is set for restoration as road closures impact Oxford.

The historic Eagle and Child pub in Oxford, frequented by authors J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, is set for restoration under new owners, the Ellison Institute of Technology. Plans include repairing windows, cleaning stonework, and fixing the roof. Meanwhile, Oxford City Council has announced road closures and diversions for utility repairs, impacting local traffic until December 2024.

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