All visitors should report to the College Lodge on Cowley Place.
By bicycle
We have bicycle parking on site.
By car
There is no unallocated car parking on site.
Visitors with Blue badges are advised to enquire by email to parking@st-hildas.ox.ac.uk about the availability of car parking, giving at least 72 hours advance.
Parking in Oxford is always difficult and often expensive. If you intend to drive, please allow some extra time to find car parking. Limited street parking may be available in Cowley Place with a three-hour maximum stay. Please make sure you check relevant signage before parking. The nearest public car park is at St Clements.
The College recommends using the city's Park-and-Ride facilities. The number 400 Park-and-Ride Bus stops on St Clements. Its route runs across town from Thornhill Park-and-Ride bus stop in the east of the city to Seacourt Park-and-Ride bus stop to the west. Thornhill Park-and-Ride is particularly convenient for drivers from London, and those using the A40 and M40. Seacourt-Park-and Ride which is just off the A420 is convenient for those using the A34, and those coming from Swindon and Bath.
By Public Transport
St Hilda’s College is easily accessible by public transport. Coaches from London, and from Heathrow and Gatwick airports, run at regular intervals throughout the day and night and stop a short distance from the College on St Clements.
The central Oxford coach station and train station are within walkable distance (about 25 minutes) or are only a short bus or taxi ride away. Local buses from the train station (1, 5 and 400) and from the Westgate (3, 4a and X40 River Rapids) all stop in St Clements which is close to the College.
Interactive Map
St Hilda's College Grounds
Click on markers within, or labels below the image, to access information on each location.
- Lodge
- Kathleen Major Library
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Riverside Pavilion and Terrace
A stunning RIBA award winning multifunctional space situated next to the River Cherwell, ideal for conferences, dinners and receptions. The wall to ceiling windows create a panoramic vista harmonising the College’s beautiful gardens with the riverside location. Complementing the main space, the foyer provides a practical area for refreshments, pre-dinner drinks or a small breakout space. A bar can be provided by prior arrangement.
Dining Theatre Cabaret 88 120 88 Facilities
AV facilities: Large portable screen with HDMI connection. Built in PA and music system
Accessibility
Fully accessible
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Hall Building
Dorothea Beale bought Hall Building, then called Cowley House, in 1893. Built in the 18th century, it is the oldest part of the College. Its spectacular foyer – Regency Square – is at the heart of the original building. The Kathleen Major Library and Archive is named after a former College Principal. The Val McDermid Bar in the JCR, which opened in 2014, is named after our alumna. The Buttery, or snack bar, is named after Cynthia Watson.
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Anniversary Building
The Anniversary Building includes a new entrance to the College and Porters' Lodge. It provides more student accommodation, and teaching and social spaces, including the new Middle Common Room. The Pisa Rooftop Suite has three meeting rooms and the Tower Suite has an observation room and a meeting room.
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Pisa Rooftop Suite and Rooftop Terrace
Dining Theatre Boardroom Cabaret 48 70 22 48 Facilities
AV facilities: portable screen with HDMI connection.
Accessibility
Fully accessible
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Pisa Rooftop Suite and Rooftop Terrace
Dining Theatre Boardroom Cabaret 48 70 22 48 Facilities
AV facilities: portable screen with HDMI connection.
Accessibility
Fully accessible
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Our multifaith space
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Dining Hall
A traditional but versatile dining hall with round tables and the High Table on a raised area. The wood panelling, high ceilings and paintings provide an elegant backdrop for special occasions. A bar can be provided by prior arrangement.
Dining Capacity 190 190 Accessibility
Fully accessible
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South Building
In 1920, St Hilda’s leased Cherwell Hall, a teacher training college, from Christ Church College. Cherwell Hall was originally built as Cowley Grange in 1879 for Augustus Vernon Harcourt, Christ Church don, model for the White Knight in 'Through the Looking Glass', and nephew of one of Gladstone’s great cabinet ministers – Sir Vernon Harcourt. The College finally acquired the house and grounds in 1949. The house was later remodelled to provide students’ and Fellows’ rooms and a Dining Hall.
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Garden Building
Garden Building is an additional residential block between South and Wolfson Buildings. It was designed by Peter and Alison Smithson and formally opened in 1971.
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Jacqueline du Pré Music Building
Opened in 1995, it was the first purpose-built concert venue in Oxford since the Holywell Music Room. The venue hosts performances by international artists, and supports a wide range of educational and community events. The auditorium is also an ideal space for conferences.
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Principal's Lodgings
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Stone Family Gym
Thanks to a generous gift from the Stone family, our gym, fully equipped with St Hilda's-branded equipment, we opened our gym, for the exclusive use of St Hilda's students, Fellows and staff, in 2017.
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Wolfson Building
Wolfson Building was opened in 1964, thanks to a grant from the Wolfson Foundation. The building was formally opened by H.R.H. Princess Margaret. The Rt Hon Harold Wilson also spoke at the opening ceremony on 26 June 1964.
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Christina Barratt Building
Christina Barratt Building was opened in 2001. The building was funded by a legacy left by Professor Rosalind Hill, a graduate of St Hilda's. It was named in memory of one of her closest friends. Finalist students are given the first option to live in the Christina Barratt Building.
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Edward Boyle Auditorium
A modern purpose-built auditorium in the Jacqueline du Pre Building with stage area and theatre style seating. Full audio-visual facilities and live streaming capabilities.
Capacity 168 Facilities
Full audio-visual system. Live streaming.
Accessibility
Ground floor fully accessible, lift to the stage area.
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Brian Duke Foyer
Adjacent to the Edward Boyle Auditorium in the Jacqueline du Pre Building, the glass foyer is a multipurpose space for exhibitions and receptions. It is also ideal as a reception and refreshment area for events being held in the auditorium.
Capacity 100 Accessibility
Fully accessible
Accessible Map
Accessible Map
Radley Large Wood
Access to Radley Large Wood can be found on Sugworth Lane.