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Oxford Town Hall

📍
St Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1BX, United Kingdom
Conference CentreHistoric Town Hall✓ Verified Data

Historic Grade II listed Victorian town hall in central Oxford offering elegant event spaces with period features.

About This Venue

Oxford Town Hall is a magnificent Grade II listed Victorian building located in the heart of Oxford city centre. Built in 1897, this historic venue combines architectural grandeur with modern facilities, featuring the grand Assembly Room with its ornate ceiling and crystal chandeliers. The venue offers multiple function rooms suitable for conferences, meetings, weddings, and cultural events, with capacities ranging from intimate gatherings to large receptions for up to 400 guests. Located on St Aldate's, it provides easy access to Oxford's attractions, universities, and transport links, making it an ideal choice for both corporate and social events in this historic university city.

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Indicative Budget
£9,000£17,000
Typical day-delegate event for ~200 guests
Capacity (max)
400
Typical attendees
200
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (200 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

400
Maximum Capacity
200
Theatre Style
400
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Assembly Room

180
200
4050120

Council Chamber

85
80
303550

Committee Room

45
40
182025

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 200 people

Features & Amenities

Historic Architecture
AV Equipment
Free WiFi
Accessible
City Centre Location
Period Features
Multiple Function Rooms
Catering Kitchen
Licensed Bar
Air Conditioning

📐 Space Specifications

600
Total Space (m²)
4.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Historic Town Hall space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Wireless Microphones
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts
Lectern
Stage Lighting

🎯 Suitable For

📋Weddings
📋Corporate Events
📋Conferences
📋Civic Functions
📋Awards Ceremonies
📋Exhibitions

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible toiletsHearing loop availableGuide dogs welcome

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Oxford Railway Station 0.8 miles; Oxford Bus Station 0.3 miles; Numerous bus routes stop nearby; London direct rail connection 1 hour; Heathrow Airport 45 minutes by bus

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

Public car parks within 200m including Westgate Shopping Centre car park and St Aldate's car park. Limited on-street parking available.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

200
theatre
40
boardroom
120
classroom
50
u shape
100
cabaret
400
reception
150
dining
120
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 400 guests for seated events, 300 for dining configurations
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV suite including projection, sound system, wireless microphones and stage lighting
Is catering available?
Approved caterers list available, full kitchen facilities on-site
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking, public car parks nearby within walking distance

Location & Contact

📍 Address

St Aldate's
OX1 1BX, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreWedding VenueMeeting RoomsCultural Venue

Venue Location

St Aldate's, Oxford, OX1 1BX

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 400 guests for seated events, 300 for dining configurations

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV suite including projection, sound system, wireless microphones and stage lighting

Q: Is catering available?

A: Approved caterers list available, full kitchen facilities on-site

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking, public car parks nearby within walking distance

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Christ Church Cathedral and College
0.2 km (0.1 mi)• 3 minutes walk
🏰
Carfax Tower Historic Monument
0.3 km (0.2 mi)• 4 minutes walk
🏰
Oxford Castle Heritage Quarter
0.5 km (0.3 mi)• 6 minutes walk
🏰
Bodleian Library Historic Building
0.6 km (0.4 mi)• 8 minutes walk

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Modern Art Oxford Gallery
0.4 km (0.25 mi)• 5 minutes walk
🏛️
Ashmolean Museum of Art
0.7 km (0.4 mi)• 9 minutes walk
🏛️
Oxford University Natural History Museum
1.2 km (0.7 mi)• 15 minutes walk

🌳Gardens

🌳
Oxford Botanic Garden
1.5 km (0.9 mi)• 18 minutes walk
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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