Oriel College is the earliest royal foundation in Oxford, endowed by King Edward II in 1326. The site lies in the heart of the city; its entrance and three quadrangles are bound by medieval streets and townscape whilst its back faces Oxford’s famous High Street and the University Church of St Mary. The college coat of arms carries the three gold lions of England on a red background, and the three feathers can be found in decorations and motifs around the college.
The college is fully resourced and equipped to meet modern requirements, offering present-day comfort and flexibility in historic surroundings. Conference facilities and accommodation can be hired during the vacation periods, while catering is available throughout the year. Meeting room capacities range from 6 to 120, and have wireless internet access and audio-visual facilities. Seated banquets can be prepared for up to 140 guests, whilst overnight stays can accommodate over 200 in ensuite or standard bedrooms. Whatever your needs, we have the facilities and expertise to ensure your event is a memorable one.
Facilities: Full wireless internet access, audio-visual facilities & whiteboard.
Accessibility: Ground floor, disabled access.
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See imageBoardroom for up to 12 guests
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Conference 2, Oriel
Conference 2
Available during Vacation
Description: Practical, purpose-built seminar room with moveable tables.
Facilities: Full wireless internet access. Whiteboard.
Accessibility: Ground floor, disabled access.
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Sanders Room, Oriel
Sanders Room
Available during Vacation
Description: Light room with small reception area, ideal for boardroom meetings.
Facilities: Full wireless internet access. Projection facilities, white boards.
Accessibility: First floor, no lift.
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Basil Mitchell Room, Oriel
Basil Mitchell Room
Available during Vacation
Description: Light, purpose-built boardroom with stage area.
Facilities: Full wireless internet access. Projection facilities, white boards.
Accessibility: First floor, no lift.
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King Edward Room, Oriel
King Edward Room 1
Available during Vacation
Description: Small wood-panelled room, ideal for break-out sessions or private meetings.
Facilities: Full wireless internet access. Plasma screen, white boards.
Accessibility: Basement, no lift (has natural light).
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Dining Hall, Oriel
Hall
Available during Term-time & vacation
Description: Traditional, lamp-lit hall with hammerbeam roof, wood-panelled walls, benches, stained-glass windows and high table. During term time available only on Saturdays for minimum of 80 guests.
Facilities: PA system.
Accessibility: Steps to hall entrance, chair lift available.
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Champneys Room, Oriel
Champneys Room
Available during Term-time & vacation
Description: Elegant dining room with cream wood panelling and gold-framed portraits: ideal for entertaining. Evenings only.
Facilities: Projection facilities can be set up.
Accessibility: First floor, lift available.
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The Box, Oriel
The Box
Available during Vacation
Description: Traditional room with stately feel, furnishings include cream-wood panelling, chandelier and gong: ideal for drink receptions or small, private dinners.
Facilities: Projection facilities can be set up.
Accessibility: First floor, lift available.
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Benefactors' Room, Oriel
Benefactors' Room
Available during Vacation
Description: Victorian gentleman’s room, with extensive wood panelling and views of second quad. Evenings only.
Facilities: Television.
Accessibility: Second Floor, no lift.
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See imageBoardroom for up to 8 guests
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Roof Terrace, Oriel
Roof Terrace
Available during Term-time & vacation
Description: Open roof terrace perfect for summer drinks parties.
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Accessibility: Third floor, no lift.
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Second Quad, Oriel College
Second Quad
Available during Term-time & vacation
Description: Palatial lawn located in the heart of the college, outside the Senior Common Room and Library, and fellow 18th-century buildings.
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