Oxford Botanic Garden

Situated in the heart of Oxford, the UK’s oldest Botanic Garden is an oasis of calm, the perfect venue for a drinks reception, evening buffet or a truly unique wedding celebration. In our beautiful Walled Garden and Glasshouses there are many lovely and exotic photo opportunities that guests are welcome to explore.

Event Lawn: Our hire charge is for exclusive use of the site from 6pm, but events can start earlier in the day while we remain open to the public. We can provide a spectacular wedding reception venue, with space for a marquee for up to 200 people on our Events Lawn and exclusive use of the site from 6pm.

The Conservatory: The Conservatory is one of our seven display glasshouses, and perfect for an intimate gathering. Imagine a family party, pre-dinner drinks or afternoon tea against the backdrop of our seasonal plant displays. The Conservatory can host up to 60 people for a standing drinks reception, around 30-35 people for a talk or lecture, and around 20-25 people for a seated meeting.

Oxford Botanic Garden
Rose Lane, Oxford OX1 4AZ

2 meeting spaces with capacity for up to 220 guests for Dining, Buffet, and Theatre functions.

Bedrooms

Ensuite

Standard

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

"It's been a great experience using the Conference Oxford service. Hope we will have more opportunities in the future."


Centre of Development Studies

Fe Torrance & Frances Young

01865 610305
https://obga.web.ox.ac.uk/hire-our-spaces-0
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  • The Conservatory

    Dining 20

    Buffet 60

    Theatre 40

    Available during Term-time (until 9pm) & Summer Vacation (until 11.30pm). A historic glasshouse with seasonal displays located near the river and picturesque Magdalen Bridge.

    Facilities

    A beautiful and flexible space near to public bathrooms and (in summertime) our pop-up café.

    Accessibility

    Fully accessible with a wheelchair – no stairs or steps.

    Available

    Term

  • The Events Lawn

    Dining 200

    Buffet 220

    Theatre 200

    Available during Term-time (until 9pm) & Summer Vacation (until 11.30pm). Situated in the historic Walled Garden, the Events Lawn can accommodate a large marquee against a backdrop of stunning scientific flowerbeds.

    Facilities

    2-3 minutes walk from our public bathrooms. Access & space for caterers and generators is available via Rose Lane.

    Accessibility

    Fully accessible with a wheelchair – no stairs or steps.

    Available

    Term