The University Church has a rich and intriguing history. From its beginnings over a thousand years ago, St Mary's has witnessed the foundation of the University of Oxford and some of the most significant events in English church history. Image Beginnings (up to 1538) Image Reformation and Civil War (1538-1660) Image Restoration and Oxford Movement (1660-1900) Image Modern St Mary’s (1900-present) Image Beginnings (up to 1538) Image Reformation and Civil War (1538-1660) Image Restoration and Oxford Movement (1660-1900) Image Modern St Mary’s (1900-present)