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Jericho Wharf

Jericho Wharf
Artist's impression of the proposed development. To the left is the boatyard, above which is the hall of the community centre.

A remarkable community initiative

Posted - June 17, 2015
The long-derelict canalside site is the location for a community development project that will include a boatyard, a new community centre and a vibrant public square in front St Barnabas Church. The project is being managed by the Jericho Wharf Trust, which is composed of four local organizations:
  • Jericho Community Association
  • Jericho Community Boatyard
  • Jericho Living Heritage Trust
  • St Barnabas Church
For the latest information on this project please visit the
Jericho Wharf website

Other landmarks
Jericho Health Centre
Blavatnik School of Government
Worcester College
Oxford University Press
St Sepulchre’s cemetery
Oxford Synagogue
St Barnabas Church
St Paul’s Church (Freud’s)
Jericho Tavern
St Barnabas School
Baptist Chapel
Oxford canal
Did you know?

How many people live in Jericho?

In 2011 Jericho had a population of 1,400 residents living in households. There are no communal establishment residents. There has been little change in the total number of residents since 2001.

Where the name Jericho comes from?

The name Jericho is probably taken from the parable of the Good Samaritan. Traditionally the name was given to places where travellers who arrived after the town gates had closed at sunset could find lodgings overnight.