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.
Buildings & Gardens
Wadham's historic and modern buildings, equipped with the latest facilities.
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.
The College is having some building maintenance work done in 2024. We will be closed to the public on weekdays between Tuesday 27 August and Friday 13 September, for health and safety reasons.
Wadham will be closed on the following days also. If you are a member of our alumni or potential student applicant wishing to visit, please contact the College.
Sunday 22 September - Sunday 28 September 2024 inclusive.
Saturday 9 November 2024
Saturday 16 November 2024
Monday 23 December 2024 - Wednesday 1 January 2025, reopening on 2 January 2025
Saturday 17 May 2025
Saturday 31 May 2025
The College may close to visitors without notice. Visitors are advised to contact the College before planning a visit.
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