Exeter College, Oxford (Oxford)

Exeter College is situated on a quiet street in the middle of Oxford among shops, restaurants, museums and pubs.

Summary 17th century buildings 18th century buildings 19th century buildings Breakfast included No car parking No smoking Minimum age 12 Facilities Free broadband access Shared gardens Garden furniture Linen included Towels included Washing machine Central heating

Food and Drinks Continental breakfast (included) English breakfast (included) Picnic area Nearby recreations Recommended walks Pub (walking distance) Museums (walking distance) Historic houses Gardens Tennis courts (a short drive) Recommended restaurants (walking distance) Theatre (walking distance)

Introduction

Exeter College, one of the three 'Turl Street Colleges', is situated in the middle of Oxford. Shops, cafes, restaurants, libraries and museums are all just a short walking distance from the college, as well as many other attractions, making it an ideal place to stay.

All the rooms offered are occupied by students during term time, and although the college does not offer 5 star accommodation, we can guarantee that it will be clean, well kept and comfortable. Tea and coffee making facilities are complimentary, as well as towels and bed linen. Both standard and ensuite bedrooms are available on site, and all the rooms are situated on traditional staircases overlooking either the idyllic quad, fellow's garden or one of the many historic streets of Oxford.

History to the present day

Exeter College was founded in 1314 by Walter de Stapeldon. It was originally known as Stapeldon Hall, and consisted of only a Rector, a Chaplain and twelve or fourteen fellows. The college then started offering rooms to students in the late fifteenth century. Of this medieval college, all that remains is the building known as Palmer's Tower, due east of the Chapel, which takes its name from a fifteenth century rector.

Exeter College became one of the leading colleges in the next century after a generous donation from Sir William Petre, a former undergraduate of the college. Numbers expanded, and the present hall was built in 1618, together with a matching Chapel on the opposite side of the quad. The rest of the front quad was completed in stages between 1672 and 1710. Due to the generosity of old members, the college has expanded further in the twentieth century.

Famous undergraduates that have studied and lived at Exeter College include J. R. R. Tolkien, Lord Fisher, Arch Bishop of Canterbury, and Philip Pullman. William Morris was also a Victorian undergraduate, whose work can be found within the college.

Food and Drinks

A continental breakfast is included in the price of the room, and is taken in the 17th century Dining Hall. The breakfast includes tea or coffee, a variety of sweet cakes and pastries, fruit and a selection of cereals. Breakfast is served between 8am and 9am everyday.

Grounds and gardens

The fellows' garden provides a haven of quiet in which to relax and breathe in the sense of history which pervades the College. Guests are welcome to take a stroll around the gardens and witness the view of Radcliffe Square from the top of the stairs at the rear end of the garden.

Other facilities

Guests are welcome to visit the Chapel and the Dining Hall during their stay. Original William Morris artwork can be found in the 'Morris Room' within the College. Guests are welcome to view the 'Morris Room' on arrangement with the college.

Token operated washing machines are available for guests to use. Tokens can be purchased from the Porter's Lodge at £1.20 per wash and £1.20 per dry.

Pay phone facilities are situated in the Porter's Lodge.

If guests need to store their luggage they are able to ask the Porter on duty if there is any space to do so. Please note there may not always be room for luggage storage.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: Exeter College, Turl Street, Oxford, OX1 3DP, United Kingdom

Address: Exeter College, Oxford, OX1 3DP

Check in: From 12pm (midday) Check out: by 10am

On arrival please report to the Porters' Lodge located at the main entrance of the College. Here you will be given your keys and directed to your rooms. The Porter's Lodge is manned 24 hours a day, and the Porters on duty are always happy to help you with any queries you may have.

Unfortunately the College does not offer any parking facilities.

The College is a 20 minute walk from the train station, and a 10 minute walk from Gloucester Green coach station. Taxi's are available from both the train station and Gloucester Green.

More photos of Exeter College, Oxford

Single standard bedroom	Our Friendly Lodge Staff	The Entrance to the Chapel	The Entrance to the Dining Hall	Palmer's Tower Crest
The Rector's Garden in Summer	A Traditional Staircase within the College	The J. R. R. Tolkein Bust within the College		Palmer's Tower
The Old Bursary	Flowers in the Front Quad	The Inside of the Chapel	The Grounds in Winter	The Dining Hall
Exeter College Crest	Benefactor's Balcony	A View of the Chapel at Night	A Charity Event held at Exeter College	Inside the Chapel
Front Quad

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