ABOUT JERICHO - HOUSES
Distinctive houses
Many of Jericho's houses have been converted from different types of building. Here are some of these.
Did you know?
Why Juxon Street?
Juxon Street is named after William Juxon, President of St John’s College from 1621-33.
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.
