Harris Manchester College, Oxford

University residence
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Tate Quad
Tate Quad
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Eternal Flame
Eternal Flame
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Do all the good you can, and be kind whenever possible
Do all the good you can, and be kind whenever possible
Do all the good you can, and be kind whenever possible
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Arlosh Dining Hall
Arlosh Dining Hall
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College gates
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Harris Manchester College welcomes you to Oxford
Harris Manchester College welcomes you to Oxford
Harris Manchester College welcomes you to Oxford
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Red phone box in College grounds
Red phone box in College grounds
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Street view of Harris Manchester College
Street view of Harris Manchester College
Street view of Harris Manchester College
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Overview

Harris Manchester College is situated in a quiet corner of Mansfield Road and Holywell Street. It is minutes away from the city centre, University parks and approximately 15/20 minutes walk from the railway station.

College facilities are not the same as a hotel but offer something more unique. The renovated period rooms are comfortable and perfect for a quiet stay in the heart of Oxford. Each room has tea and coffee-making facilities and cloud WI-Fi. They are all single ensuite or private-bathroom rooms with some twin rooms available.


Check in: 14:00 (2:00pm) - 23:00 (11:00pm) (no arrivals allowed outside this window)

Check out: 07:00 (7:00am) - 09:00 (9:00am)



History

Harris Manchester College is one of the constituent colleges of the university. It was founded in Warrington in 1757 as a college for unitarian students and moved to Oxford in 1893. It is a mature student college and was granted its university charter in 1996. It is the smallest undergraduate college in either of the Oxbridge Colleges, with around 250 students. 

Joseph Priestley, the scientist who discovered Oxygen, was among the first tutors of the College. 

Food & beverage

Tea and coffee making facilities are available in all bedrooms. 

The College is ideally situated in the city centre for food outlets, bars and restaurants. Information packs are available suggesting local attractions and restaurants. 

Breakfast may be available to buy on the day. Please check at reception for availability. 

Grounds & Gardens

Harris Manchester College boasts beautiful grounds and open spaces. 

It is located just a few minutes walk from the University Parks and the Oxford Botanical Gardens.

Other facilities

The College has cloud WI-FI available. 

Laundry facilities are located onsite, and guests can ask for directions from the check-in desk. 

Luggage storeage is available on a short-term basis before check-in time and after check-out time. 

Reviews

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A beautiful room in a great location! The room at Harris Manchester was large, light, and airy, with a gorgeous view of the quad from the window. Although in a historical building (the clock tower), it felt modern and spotlessly clean. This college is also in a more quiet area that isn't quite as packed with tourists, yet it's only a few blocks to the Bodleian Library and other main attractions. I stayed in 3 different colleges during my trip, and this was the best!

JulieS

I felt safe and comfortable as a solo traveler. The location alone was value for money. I enjoyed the quiet, motivational inscriptions and the Chapel. It gave me some insight about college life in Oxford. I thought it was a very special experience.

HelenD

lovely staff, and the room was just right for the few nights i spent in the city. would have loved a microwave or fridge of some kind, but understood going in that this was a dormitory, not a hotel! besides that, everything was perfect.

Anon

The room was nice and clean, the shower was good. It was very easy to access the centre of Oxford. The road outside my room was slightly noisy, with people walking away from the city centre during the evening.

Anon

We had a great stay at Harris Manchester College. Friendly welcome from staff, clean room and good selection for breakfast.

Anon

Good rooms in college with plenty of history. Easy with walk to centre of Oxford. Helpful staff. Thank you!

CarolineT

Great college experience, especially the very friendly stuffs and dinning-hall breakfast.

Anon

It was a fabulous and the college was very kind and helpful

MartinF

Lovely room in a central location. Helpful friendly staff.

Anon
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Facilities & information

Summary

18th-century buildings

No parking

No smoking

No pets allowed

Room Only (no kitchen facilities)

Bed only (no kitchen facilities)

No Official Rating

Facilities

Free broadband access (wifi)

Shared gardens

24 hour security

Linen included

Towels included

Recreations

Pub (walking distance)

Museums (walking distance)

Gardens

Recommended restaurants (walking distance)

Theatre (walking distance)

Arrival information & directions

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Address: Mansfield Road, Oxford, OxfordOX1 3TD, United Kingdom

Harris Manchester College is located on Mansfield Road, Oxford. 

Check in is available from 2pm. Please speak to a member of the Bursary team who will be able to provide you with your room key, a map, and Wi-Fi instructions. 

The Bursary is staffed 24 hours a day. If you have any questions or concerns, please come and speak to a member of the team. 

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