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Mansfield College

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Old Hall - Dining

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John Marsh Building

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Tower Room

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Standard Twin

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Ensuite Single

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Crypt Cafeteria

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Garden

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Crypt Bar

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Mansfield College

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Standard Single

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Chapel Entrance

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Mansfield College

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Chapel Interior

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Library Interior

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Old Hall

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Garden Building

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Mansfield in Winter

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JCR

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College Memorabilia

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Mansfield at Night

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Overview

Mansfield College is one of the smallest of the 39 University of Oxford colleges and is ideally located in a leafy part of central Oxford close to the University Parks, Science area and 5 minutes walk from the City centre.

The College is pleased to offer accommodation in student bedrooms during the vacation periods.

The accommodation consists of traditional student study bedrooms with shared bathroom facilities (singles and twins) and modern, single ensuite rooms. All accommodation is located on the main College site.

There are no parking facilities available at the College.

The College Porter's Lodge is open 24 hours a day and late night / early morning arrivals are permitted with prior agreement.

Mansfield College looks forward to welcoming you and your guests.

Check in: 14:00 (2:00pm) - 23:00 (11:00pm) (arrivals may be allowed outside this window if your travel plans can't be adjusted however this is subject to availability)

Check out: 07:00 (7:00am) - 10:00 (10:00am)

History

The College transferred to Oxford from Birmingham in 1886 and became a Free Church centre for the study of theology, preparing students from any dissenting denomination for the ministry. Building work began on the current college site, which was purchased from Merton College in October 1886 and was completed at a cost of £40,000 in October 1889. The original Gothic style buildings are regarded as amongst the finest work of the prominent Victorian Architect, Basil Champneys.

Mansfield admitted its first female student, Constance Todd, who later became the first woman to be ordained to the Christian ministry in Britain in 1913. The College also became a Permanent Private Hall in 1955 and received a Royal Charter in 1995, becoming a full college of the University of Oxford.

The College is a small, friendly college with around 540 students and 90 staff, some of who belong to the Senior Common Room. It has a reputation within and beyond Oxford of encouraging applications from the state sector and in particular from students in Further Education.

Food & beverage

Full English and continental breakfasts are included within the accommodation booking.

The College dining facilities are open for breakfast between 7.45-8.45am Monday - Saturday and 8.15-9.15am on Sundays.

Special dietary requirements can be catered for on request.

The College has a Crypt Cafeteria and Bar with an outdoor Terrace.

Grounds & Gardens

Visitors are welcome to make use of the College bench seating situated around the quadrangle where they can enjoy views of the College and soak up the atmosphere of the beautiful Victorian buildings.

Other facilities

All bedrooms are fully equipped with bed linen, towels and tea and coffee making facilities. WiFi is free for the first four hours of daily use, with a small, on-line fee payable after that.

Laundry facilities are available at the College. Further details are available from the Porters' Lodge.

Hairdryers are available from the Porter's Lodge.

Ironing boards and irons are located on each staircase for guest use.

Luggage can be stored at the Porter's Lodge for early arrivals or late departures.

Reviews

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Mansfield is a charming small college in a great location. Nice breakfast in in the beautiful hall. Friendly staff at the porters lodge. It might seem a bit expensive for the simple rooms until you look at the exorbitant Oxford hotel prices.
Anon

Staying at Mansfield College was a wonderful experience! Would heartily recommend this stay for anyone visiting Oxford in the future. The hot breakfast offered was a massive plus as well.
Anon

Huge thanks to Sam who went over an above to give us a great experience, showing us round the college and excellent service at breakfast. We loved our college experience, thank you
SarahB

A really good experience- good value for money for Oxford. All the staff were delightful both in the Porters Lodge and at breakfast. I’d highly recommend staying at Mansfield.
JuliaA

Clean but basic room (sink only, shared bathroom) with view over the quad. Excellent breakfast in the chapel. Very helpful porter. An excellent stay in Oxford.
EmmaC

Excellent facilities and tea/coffee biscuits in room. A wonderful view of the main quad and chapel from the room.
Anon

It felt welcoming and quiet yet close to the city centre, and we loved the breakfast. Many thanks
MaartenB

Basic but very clean and hospitable, would 100% spend another few nights here if I come back
Anon

Very good experience - room, staff, food and grounds
Anon

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Facilities & information

Summary

19th century buildings

20th century buildings

21st century buildings

No parking

No smoking

Child friendly

Historic property

Facilities

Free broadband access (wifi)

Internet access for a charge

Shared gardens

Outdoor terrace

Children's highchairs

Luggage storage

24 hour security

Linen included

Towels included

Iron/ironing board

Hair dryers

Clothes dryer

Washing machine

Central heating

Bicycle storage

Bring your own travel cot

Food

Restaurant

Tea room

Bar

Recreations

Recommended walks

Pub (walking distance)

Museums (walking distance)

Gardens

Recommended restaurants (walking distance)

Theatre (walking distance)

Arrival information & directions

Address: Mansfield College, Mansfield Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OxfordOX1 3TF, United Kingdom

All guests are requested to report to the Porters' Lodge on arrival. It could be possible for you to arrive after midnight and before 7.00am. However, you will need to contact the College (via the Additional Information box on the booking form) to agree to this on an individual basis.

The College is located only a few minutes walk from Oxford City Centre.

Gloucester Green Coach/Bus Station and Oxford Railway Station are only a short walk or taxi ride away.

Luggage can be stored at the College should you arrive before your accommodation is ready.

Please Note: There are no parking facilities available at the College however the College can provide an information sheet on parking within Oxford on request.

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Mansfield College, Oxford

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Arrival information & directions

Address: Mansfield College, Mansfield Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OxfordOX1 3TF, United Kingdom

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