Nuffield College

Nuffield College has embarked on major refurbishment works of the main college site, which are based on a 52-week programme. Therefore, we are not able to confirm any external future bookings at present. We would really appreciate your patience and if you have any questions just give us a call.

Many thanks,

Events Team

 

Nuffield College was founded in November 1937 by Lord Nuffield (William Richard Morris), the famous motorcar manufacturer.  He presented the site and some £900,000 to the university for the purpose of erecting a college that would be principally devoted to the study of social, economic and political problems.  The site formerly contained the wharfs and terminus of the Oxford-Coventry Canal; before that it had been part of the ditch around the castle. 

The college is well situated for public transport, being a two-minute walk from the bus station, and approximately five minutes from the train station.  Despite being at a busy intersection, the college provides a calm and peaceful atmosphere to those using the facilities.

The meeting rooms are generally suited to smaller conferences/management away days, with internet access and audio-visual facilities available in most.  Fine dining is available for four to 96 people.

Overnight stays are available for up to 10 visitors out of term, in newly decorated ensuite rooms.  All ensuite rooms have desks with computer and telephones.

Nuffield College
New Road, Oxford OX1 1NF

13 meeting spaces with capacity for up to 96 guests for Theatre, Reception, Boardroom, Drinks, Informal, Dining, and Buffet functions.

Bedrooms 4

Ensuite 4

Standard 0

Breakfast yes

Lunch yes

Dinner yes

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


Centre of Development Studies

Events Team

conference@nuffield.ox.ac.uk


01865 278527
www.nuff.ox.ac.uk
  • Large Lecture Room, Nuffield College

    Large Lecture Room

    Theatre 75

    A typical lecture hall with tiered seating with tables.

    Facilities

    Full wireless and broadband internet access; presentation facilities, hybrid events facilities and whiteboards.

    Accessibility

    Ground floor, two steps into staircase (ramps can be supplied).

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Clay Room, Nuffield College

    Clay Room

    Theatre 34

    A modern teaching room with theatre-style seating.

    Facilities

    Full wireless and broadband internet access; presentation facilities, hybrid events facilities, and whiteboards.

    Accessibility

    Ground floor, two steps into staircase (ramps can be supplied).

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Butler Room, Nuffield College

    Butler Room

    Reception 40

    A comfortable lecture room with soft chairs laid out in an informal manner.

    Facilities

    Full wireless and broadband internet access; presentation facilities, hybrid events facilities and whiteboards.

    Accessibility

    Ground Floor, two steps into a staircase.

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Chester Room, Nuffield College

    Chester Room

    Boardroom 28

    Drinks 30

    A wood-panelled board room with an anteroom for light catering and refreshments; overlooks the upper quad.

    Facilities

    Wireless internet access. Large screen television (optional) allowing laptop connections for slides and hybrid meetings in Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Webex.

    Accessibility

    First floor, no lift. Not accessible for wheelchair users.

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Brock Room, Nuffield College

    Brock Room

    Boardroom 12

    A wood-panelled board room with small soft seating area; suitable for small board meetings.

    Facilities

    Wireless internet access, and a large screen television allowing laptop connections for slides and hybrid meetings in Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Webex.

    Accessibility

    Ground Floor, two steps into staircase (ramps can be supplied)

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Conference Room, Nuffield College

    Conference Room

    Boardroom 12

    Informal 22

    A modern lecture room with movable tables; seats 10 around the table plus extra chairs with tables. Can be laid out lecture style without tables.

    Facilities

    Full wireless and broadband internet access; presentation facilities, hybrid events facilities, and whiteboards.

    Accessibility

    First floor, no lift.

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Fellows' Dining Room, Nuffield College

    Fellows' Dining Room

    Dining 30

    A stunning modern dining room overlooking the upper quad.

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    First Floor, two steps into staircase (ramps can be supplied), lift to first floor.

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Dining Hall, Nuffield College

    Dining Hall

    Dining 96

    Buffet 96

    A traditional college dining hall overlooking the Fellows' garden.

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    Ground Floor, two steps into staircase (ramps can be supplied).

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • JCR, Nuffield College

    Junior Common Room

    Buffet 75

    Drinks 75

    A large, modern room with window seating areas that look onto the upper quad.

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    Ground Floor, two steps into staircase (ramps can be supplied).

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • SCR, Nuffield College

    Senior Common Room

    Theatre 55

    Drinks 96

    A large modern, light-filled room with views onto the upper quad.

    Facilities

    Full wireless and broadband internet access; projection facilities and lectern.

    Accessibility

    First Floor, two steps into staircase (ramps can be supplied), lift to the first floor.

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Tower Room

    Tower Room

    Drinks 40

    A stunning reception room on the 10th floor of the college tower that gives 360-degree views of Oxford.

    Facilities

    A reception room, no audio-visual facilities.

    Accessibility

    10th floor. Lift from ground floor with ramped access into building. Guests must be able to walk downstairs unaided. Not accessible for wheelchair users.

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Fellows' Garden, Nuffield College

    Fellows' Garden

    Drinks 96

    Lovely enclosed garden with access to the hall.

    Facilities

    Limited seating.

    Accessibility

    Ground floor, accessible to wheelchair users.

    Available

    Term & Vacation

  • Quad, Nuffield College

    Quad

    Drinks 96

    Quad laid out in a traditional style with sculptures and water feature.

    Facilities

    No seating, suitable for drinks reception or pre-dinner drinks.

    Accessibility

    Ground floor, accessible to wheelchair users.

    Available

    Term & Vacation