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Magdalen College

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Daubeny Flat E Bedroom

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Hall

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Aerial view of Magdalen

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The New Building

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Magdalen from the Waynflete Building

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The Waynflete Building from Magdalen Bridge

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Daubeny Flat E Bedroom

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The New Building

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Daubeny Flat E Living Room

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Daubeny Flat E Living Room

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Daubeny Flat E Bathroom

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Daubeny Flat E Kitchen

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Daubeny Flat E Entrance

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Overview

The river Cherwell runs through Magdalen's grounds which include over 100 acres of parkland - a beautiful and tranquil area in the heart of the city. Along with the magnificent cloisters, deer park and quads with formal lawns and borders. They claim to be the most beautiful college in Oxford which are not without foundation.

The College offers rooms on its main site but also rooms in their Waynflete Building across Magdalen Bridge, with stunning views of the College. In this building, modest rates do not include breakfast. Whichever Magdalen accommodation you choose to book, you can be sure of a warm welcome at the Porters' Lodge, from one of the property's student staff or the porters themselves. One of them will show you to your room and answer any queries you may have. You will also have free access to the College main grounds.

Important notice: There are no passenger lifts in the accommodation buildings, and there is no parking at the College but there is chargeable public parking nearby.

Check in: 14:00 (2:00pm) - 23:00 (11:00pm) (no arrivals allowed outside this window)

Check out: 10:00 (10:00am) - 10:00 (10:00am)

History

Magdalen College was founded in 1458 by William Waynflete, Bishop of Winchester, and Lord Chancellor, on the site of the Hospital of St. John, just outside Oxford’s East Gate.

Several additions were made after Waynflete’s death in 1486: in 1492, the foundation stone was laid for a grand new bell tower, 144 feet high. The High Street range and the gargoyles in the Cloister followed. In the early 1730s, Edward Holdsworth designed a grand new quadrangle but only the north range, the New Building was never completed.

Grounds & Gardens

Magdalen is set in over 100 acres of grounds and parkland with the River Cherwell flowing through. The Deer Park (with a herd of around 65) has been established for over 300 years. In addition to the formal lawns and borders, there are water walks and meadows for all to enjoy. The Fellows' Garden, noted for its Spring flowers, is open throughout the year.

Other facilities

WiFi is available throughout the College. Visitors are welcome to connect to The Cloud, details can be found in residential buildings and the porters have a note on trouble-shooting.

Launderettes are available and a pre-paid card may be obtained from the Porters' Lodge. There are ironing facilities in the launderettes.

Bathrooms are communal unless stated as en-suite.

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Reviews

4.1

Based on 933 reviews

Room
3.7

Value
4.1

Food
4.1

Service
4.4

Experience
4.1

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We had a wonderful stay in Oxford. The college room was far more comfortable than any student quarters have a right to be, with daily room service no less. Breakfast in the grand dining hall was unforgettable — history in every bite, with Oscar Wilde’s ghost surely smirking over the marmalade. The staff were friendly, our alumni guide Lucy was witty and informative, and the porters made us feel like long-lost dons. All in all, Oxford was every bit as charming (and eccentric) as one could hope.
AnneV

Just what we expected . Wonderful to be in atmospheric college accommodation as long as you dont mind a single room and no en- suite facilities . We really enjoyed being able ot explore the College grounds in the morning Excellent breakfast served in the historic dining hall
PeterC

A magical experience to stay in such a unique historical building. Very quiet & great central location. A warm welcome from the porters. The thousands of fritillaries in the meadows were incredible. Hired a driveway nearby for our car. We’ll be back.
Anon

Ideal for my stay. Very comfortable and secure. V handy for Oxford city. Easy walk over Magdalen Bridge and ur there. Charming staff in porters lodge on 24 hour duty. Couldn’t recommend it all any higher. Perfect really.
fionnualas

This was my second stay and it did not disappoint. A special thanks to Andy in the Porter's Lodge for restaurant recommendations. Will definitely stay again.
KathrynD

Excellent more than I expected . Loved location comfortable room tea coffee making much appreciated . Great breakfasts .helpful staff
JacquelineE

Excellent service and value for money in a beautiful setting.
NeilD

Very convenient and an excellent standard of accommodation
AmandaV

All good. Go raibh milè mhaith agat!
Anon

Facilities & information

Summary

15th-century buildings

16th-century buildings

17th-century buildings

18th-century buildings

19th-century buildings

20th-century buildings

21st-century buildings

Breakfast (at additional cost)

Public car parking for a charge (nearby)

No parking

No smoking

Room Only (no kitchen facilities)

Historic property

Facilities

Free broadband access (wifi)

Shared gardens

Tennis court

Woodland walks

Luggage storage

24 hour security

Linen included

Towels included

Clothes dryer

Washing machine

Central heating

Bicycle storage

Food

Tea room

Bar

Fridge

Recreations

Recommended walks

Pub (walking distance)

Pub (a short drive)

Museums (walking distance)

Historic Houses

Gardens

Recommended restaurants (walking distance)

Recommended restaurants (a short drive)

Theatre (walking distance)

Arrival information & directions

Address: Magdalen College, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OxfordOX1 4AU, United Kingdom

The Lodge is staffed 24 hours a day.

Directions:

Coaches stop in the High Street, opposite Queen's Lane, four minutes' walk from the property's Porters' Lodge, which is close to the foot of the Great Tower very near Magdalen Bridge. The Coach Station (Gloucester Green) is about fifteen minutes' walk from the College but London and Airport coaches stop at High Street/Queen's Lane on their way to the central coach station.

The Rail Station is twenty minutes' walk away from Magdalen. Buses run from the rail station and stop at Queen's Lane in the High Street. Oxford Parkway Station is served from London Marylebone and is a 10 minute or so taxi ride from the College.

Those travelling by car are advised to use Thornhill Park and Ride on the A40 east of Oxford. Park & Ride Buses into the centre stop opposite Queen’s Lane in the High Street.

Legal information:

Magdalen College, Oxford - This property is managed by a company/professional trader