Visit Us

Thinking of applying here? Coming to an event? Or just want to stroll in our stunning gardens? Visitors are welcome. We're also the perfect location for events, conferences, dinners, weddings and all special occasions. Find out more and book here.

Open Days

A chance to meet current students and tutors and have a tour of the College.

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Buildings & Gardens

Wadham's historic and modern buildings, equipped with the latest facilities.

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Visitors and Tours

Visitors are welcome to Wadham College Front Quad, Fellows' Garden and Chapel during opening times. Alumni and prospective students are also allowed to visit the Back Quad.

There is a charge for tour leaders escorting groups, including registered tourist board guides. More information for tour leaders on arranging your visit can be found here.

If you are a prospective student, let the Lodge know the purpose of your visit and, if you have any questions, they will call the Academic Office on your behalf.

Opening Times

In term time the College is open to visitors from 13.00 to 16.15.

Out of term we are open from 10.30 to 11.45 then 13.00 to 16.15.

Closures

Please note that Wadham is an educational environment. It will close for College events including degree ceremonies and for University Open Days and other associated activities.

Wadham will be closed on the following days:

2025:

Friday 2 May (afternoon)

Saturday 17 May

Sunday 25 May - Wednesday 30 May (closed to large tour groups only)

Saturday 31 May

Sunday 1 June - Saturday 28 June (closed to large tour groups only)

Sunday 29 June

Saturday 19 July

Saturday 2 August

Saturday 9 August

Saturday 27 September

Saturday 8 November

Saturday 15 November

Wednesday 24 December - Wednesday 31 December

2026:

Thursday 1 January - Friday 2 January.

Saturday 28 February

Saturday 16 May

The College may close to visitors without notice. Visitors are advised to contact the College before planning a visit. If you are a member of our alumni or potential student applicant wishing to visit, please contact the College.

Getting to Wadham

By Train

Wadham is a 15 minute walk from Oxford Railway Station with regular trains to and from London Paddington and London Marylebone stations.

By Bus

Wadham is a 10 minute walk from Gloucester Green Bus station which runs regular buses from London airports. The Oxford Tube, a London to Oxford coach service, runs 24/7. The National Express website has information about coach connections to other parts of the UK.

By Bike

Oxford is cycle friendly and Wadham has secure bike parking available onsite.

By Car

If we are travelling by car, we recommend that you use the popular Park and Ride system that operates from various locations on the Oxford ring road. Limited paid parking is available in Oxford City centre.

Further information on how to get to Oxford University.

Meet, Stay, or Dine at Wadham

We offer high-quality accommodation, dining and meeting rooms at Wadham College.

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Wadham College

Parks Road,
Oxford
OX1 3PN