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Wolfson College, Oxford

Single ensuites with shared lounge/kitchen, in a riverside setting only a few minutes bus ride from Oxford city centre

Summary

• 20th century buildings
• Breakfast included
• Free car parking (on site)
• No smoking
• Minimum age 14

Facilities

• Free broadband access
• Shared gardens
• Outdoor terrace
• Woodland walks
• Luggage storage
• 24 hour security
• Linen included
• Towels included
• Sitting room
• Security lockers
• Iron/ironing board
• Hair dryers
• Clothes dryer
• Washing machine
• Central heating

Food and Drinks

• Continental breakfast (included)
• Lunch available (at additional cost)
• Dinner available (at additional cost)
• Picnic area
• Electric oven
• Electric hob
• Microwave
• Fridge
• Freezer

Nearby recreations

• Recommended walks
• Pub (walking distance)
• Museums (walking distance)
• Gardens
• Tennis courts (walking distance)
• Recommended restaurants (walking distance)
• Theatre (walking distance)

Living beside the River Cherwell, Wolfson College has a relaxed, stress-free pace of life. Just five minutes by bus from Oxford City Centre, and within easy walking distance of Summertown's shops, restaurants, pubs, and sports centre, the riverside landscape and meadowland give a sense of being in rustic English countryside.

All bedrooms are single ensuites, with pine desk, bookshelves, bedside cabinet and built-in wardrobe with lockable safe. There are 9 bedrooms on each corridor, sharing a sunny, spacious, comfortably furnished "Common Room" comprising lounge plus kitchen, making the accommodation highly suitable for groups. Though not equipped for self-catering as such, tea trays and a kettle are provided, along with fridge/freezer, cooker and microwave. Buildings are modern, immaculately clean and excellently maintained, with window and balcony views of natural greenery.

There is provision for restricted mobility including ground floor bedrooms with en-suite "wet room" style/flat level shower, disabled bathrooms opposite two of the bedrooms, and parking just outside. Please contact us prior to booking to discuss your specific requirements.

History to the present day

Wolfson is extremely youthful by Oxford standards. Founded in 1965, the College moved to its current site in 1974, and received its Royal Charter in 1981. From its earliest days, the College has benefitted from the extensive generosity of the Wolfson Foundation, a connection which continues today, with their recent grant for a new lecture auditorium, currently under construction.

The College's democratic structure and egalitarian ethos originate from the inspirational leadership of its first President, Sir Isaiah Berlin. Most unusually, all College members share a single "Common Room" and there is no "High Table". Wolfson is also unusual in having no religious affiliation, and therefore no Chapel. The College buildings were designed by renowned architects Powell and Moya, and as well as fitting perfectly into the landscape, embody the College's prevailing spirit in being on a human scale and accessible to all. Most notable are the dining Hall, with its natural wooden decor and striking pyramid ceiling, and the pristine Marble Stairs. Visitors should also take the opportunity to walk over the "rainbow arch" bridge - the only Grade II listed bridge in Oxford!

Food and Drinks

Breakfast in Hall is included in the overnight rate (except on those dates indicated as without breakfast, in which case a lower rate applies). There is a varying menu of cooked breakfast or seasonal buffet spread, alongside a Breakfast Bar selection of cereals, yogurts, fruits, and juice. Hot drinks, warm toast and croissants are served to table by attentive waiting staff.

Guests are also welcome to join College members for lunch (weekdays and Saturdays) and supper (weekdays). These meals are "canteen style", with a selection of hot dishes, self-service salad bar, cold drinks, wine, desserts and other supplementary items. Payment is in cash at the till, and no prior booking is required.

And for groups looking for something truly special, the Conference Office is happy to provide details of our private dining menus; enquire on booking.

Grounds and gardens

Wolfson is positioned within 13 acres of riverside landscape. The main lawn slopes down to the College's own harbour, separated by a narrow "island" from the flowing River Cherwell. A rainbow arch bridge crosses the river to two flood meadows. As designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), the gardens are not treated with fertilisers or pesticides, and host a wide variety of native flora and fauna. On the far side of the river, guests can walk along the towpath, all the way to Oxford City Centre.

Other facilities

There is internet access in all rooms - via ethernet cable available for purchase at £2.55, or via WIFI in some blocks. This is accessed through a password provided on check-in. Please advise on booking if your laptop is WIFI-only. The in-room telephone is connected to the University phone network and also accepts incoming calls.

The College has a limited quantity of car parking on-site, subject to other demands. Please request parking when making your booking, and you be will contacted to confirm whether or not this can be provided for your stay. Please note that only cars can be accommodated; no vans, campers, caravans, etc. There are 3 spaces for disabled use.

Iron and board are provided in each shared lounge/kitchen. There is a laundrette, with detergent on sale at the Lodge.

Hairdryers and clock radios can be borrowed from the Lodge, where cards can be purchased for use of a photocopier, printer and fax machine. Also provided are a letterbox for Royal Mail and University Messenger services, pigeonhole for guests' post, and sale of stamps.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: Wolfson College, Linton Road, Oxford, OX2 6UD, United Kingdom

Address: Wolfson College, Linton Road, Oxford OX2 6UD

Check-in: From 2pm Check-out: By 10am

Please enquire on booking for early check-in or late departure; we endeavour to accommodate requests where possible. Luggage store is available (at your own risk).

There is 24 hour access and Lodge staffing, however please advise if arriving after 11pm, so that the Night Porter can arrange his rounds accordingly.

The College is approximately 2 miles from both Oxford Rail Station and the coach station at Gloucester Green. Taxi fare from either will cost around £8 - £10. Both of the local bus companies (numbers 2 and 7 buses) run a service from the rail station, and from outside Debenhams near the coach station, though not all buses run on Sundays. The single adult fare is approximately £2; ask the driver for the St Margaret's Road stop.  From there, it is approximately a five minute walk to get to the College at the bottom of Linton Road. The Park and Ride bus serves the same stop, originating at the Water Eaton site, north of the ring road near Kidlington.

More photos of Wolfson College, Oxford

Bedroom Welcome Pack	View from Corridor	Shower Room	Kitchen Appliances
Lounge Dining Area	Lounge with Balcony	Lounge Balcony	Accommodation Block
Accommodation Block	Hall	Hall Ceiling	Berlin Quad
Lawn View to Hall	"Island" Bench	Wolfson Harbour	Meadows
Rainbow Bridge	River Cherwell

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