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Venue type:
Historic Building Description: The Oxford Union is an undiscovered secret in the heart of Oxford City Centre. Over the past two centuries, the Union has played host to some of the world’s greatest politicians and celebrities and has frequently found itself under the media spotlight. It would be impossible to name all the famous and influential figures who have passed through our doors - Mother Theresa, Senator Bobby Kennedy, the Dalai Lama and Michael Jackson - all have contributed to the building’s fascinating history.
Now it is your turn to be our distinguished visitor.
One of the largest and most versatile venues in Central Oxford, our world-famous Debating Chamber can cater for a wedding breakfast of up to 120 guests. The adjoining courtyard is a quiet oasis in the city centre and provides the ideal setting for a marquee reception. The stunning wood panelled Macmillan Dining Room seats up to 60 guests and can also be hired for daytime or evening receptions. Alternatively hold your drinks reception in the Old Library with it's rarely seen Pre-Raphaelite frescos.
Practicalities
Prices: Room hire from £550 plus VAT Ceremony/Reception: Reception only Seated meal capacity: 120 Buffet meal capacity: 150 Total venue capacity: 220 in The Chamber
Outside space: Yes Bridal suite: No Photography inside: Yes Photography outside: Yes Parking: No Disabled access: Yes Confetti permitted: Yes
Food + entertainment
Licensed bar: Yes Late licence bar: Yes Vegetarian menu: Yes Accommodation: No
Directions by public transport: From the Train Station:
The Oxford Union is a 7 - 10 minute walk from the main line Oxford Rail Station. Turn left out of the station and walk past the Said Business School, continuing straight on up Hythe Bridge St. Cross the junction and walk up George St, where you will need to take the first turning on the right into New Inn Hall St. The first turning on the left is St Michael St and the Oxford Union is at the far end of the road on the right.
From the Coach Station:
Turn left out of the main entrance of the coach station and walk up George Street. The first turning on your right is New Inn Hall St. Directions to the Union are as above.
