Worcester College, Oxford

Worcester College is known for its contrasting architecture, 26 acres of grounds and award-winning gardens. The College is conveniently located in central Oxford with Gloucester Green bus station nearby and only a 5 minute walk from the train station. It is within walking distance of museums, theatres, cinemas, bars & restaurants. Accommodation is offered in one of the student accommodation areas, which is a short, step free walk from the Lodge (Reception). For those less able there is a lift en route to the accommodation and a lift to the rooms from the ground floor. Please note Hen or Stag Parties are not permitted.

There has been an educational establishment on the Worcester College site for over 725 years. First founded as Gloucester College in 1283 by Benedictine Monks, Worcester College was established on 29th July 1714. The College has a long and rich history - reflected most notably in the diversity of the buildings. Breakfast is included in the room price and is available in the Dining Hall from 8.00am and 10.00am Monday to Saturday, and between 9.00am and 10.00am on Sundays. Guests can choose from a selection of cooked and continental options. All guests are able to enjoy the 26 acre gardens and grounds which include the lake and the sports field. The College gardeners work in co-operation with the Oxford University Botanical Gardens and the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew to oversee the grounds which contain several rare plants and trees, and are considered to be among the finest historic gardens in Oxford. Towels and complimentary toiletries are provided.

Facilities

• 13th century buildings (or older)
• 16th century buildings
• 17th century buildings
• 21st century buildings
• Breakfast Included
• Public car parking for a charge (nearby)
• No smoking
• Historic Property
• Free broadband access (wifi)
• No luggage storage
• 24 hour security
• Linen included
• Towels included
• Central heating
• Continental breakfast (included)
• Cooked breakfast (included)
• Recommended walks
• Pub (walking distance)
• Museums (walking distance)
• Historic houses
• Gardens
• Recommended restaurants (walking distance)
• Theatre (walking distance)

Arrival information

The Lodge is staffed 24 hours a day, however guests arriving after 5.00pm can access the College by ringing the doorbell. Worcester College does not have any luggage storing facilities, guests must take their luggage with them on departure. The College is located within 5 minutes walking distance from the Gloucester Green Bus station and 10 minutes walking distance from Oxford train station. By Car: The College is unable to offer parking on site. The City operates a very convenient Park and Ride scheme. By Train: A direct service operates between Oxford and London Paddington (approximately every 30 minutes), and between Oxford and Birmingham New Street via Banbury and Coventry. Other services operate from the north via Birmingham New Street; from the South via Reading; and from the west via Didcot or Reading. A taxi should cost under £10 from Oxford station to the residence. By Air: London Heathrow and Gatwick airports are linked to Oxford by The Airline coach service, which operates a direct frequent service twenty-four hours a day.