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 Collection of Historical Musical Instruments |
Oxford University Faculty of Music St Aldates Oxford OX1 1DB United Kingdom +44 1865 27 6139 http://www.bate.ox.ac.uk |
In 1963, Philip Bate gave his collection of orchestral woodwind instruments to Oxford University. Since that time, the collection has grown and grown - in both quality and quantity - and it is now the largest and most comprehensive collection of European woodwind, brass and percussion instruments in England. Housed in the University Faculty of Music, it includes a harpsichord said to have been played by Haydn in Oxford, a complete Javanese gamelan and the world-famous Bressan treble recorder. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Oxford's most well-known college |
St Aldates Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 1DP United Kingdom +44 1865 27 6150 http://www.chch.ox.ac.uk/ |
Christ Church is the most famous Oxford college, probably the grandest, and certainly the most photographed. Founded as Cardinal College in 1525 by Cardinal Wolsey, the college became Christ Church in 1545. The college chapel, which is also the cathedral of the Oxford diocese, contains the reconstructed shrine of St Frideswide, the patron saint of Oxford, a rich variety of stained and painted glass including works by Abraham van Linge and Edward Burns-Jones, and a rare panel depicting the martyrdom of St. Thomas A. Becket. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Meadow close to city centre |
St Aldates Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 4RT United Kingdom |
This meadow, set in the heart of Oxford, provides a wonderful contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city. Bounded on two sides by the rivers Cherwell and Isis, on the third by Christ Church, Merton College and part of the old city wall, and on the fourth by Poplar Walk, it is quite common to see cattle grazing here. Christ Church College now regards ownership of the meadow as a trust and fights hard to defend it against proposed encroachments. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sends a shiver down the spine of undergraduates |
75-81 High Street Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 4GB United Kingdom +44 1865 27 6903 http://www.admin.ox.ac.uk/scho... |
If you're in Oxford in June, there's a fair chance that you might see pale students entering the Examination Schools in the morning, or others celebrating the end of their exams later in the day. However, in addition to hosting examinations, the building is frequently used for lectures and conferences and, during both World Wars, it was converted into a hospital. It also houses the university's portrait gallery. Notice the two sculptured panels over the main entrance showing a viva voce examination and the award - by touching the successful candidate's forehead with a Bible - of an MA degree, and then walk round the corner into Merton Street to get the best view of the three-sided quad. Please note that this building is not normally open to the public. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Internationally recognised museum |
30 Pembroke Street Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 1BP United Kingdom +44 1865 72 2733 http://www.modernartoxford.org... |
Founded in 1966 and now housed in a converted warehouse, this museum specializes in 20th-century art. Permanent displays of paintings and drawings are complemented by regular temporary exhibitions of modern sculpture, photography, paintings, printing, ceramics and textiles. Don't be put off by the building's characterless exterior. In fact once inside, you'll probably find that the stark white walls are the perfect setting for the exhibits. MOMA also has a comprehensive programme of lectures, concerts and films. The shop, which is full of mainly art-related books, artwork, posters and other goodies, is a great place to buy gifts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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College with magnificent hammerbeam roof |
Pembroke Street Oxford University Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 1DW United Kingdom +44 1865 27 6444 http://www.pmb.ox.ac.uk/ |
Pembroke College was founded by James I in 1624 and a statue of the founder stands in the tower in Chapel Quad. The Hall, with its magnificent hammerbeam roof, dates from the 19th century and has a wonderful collection of portraits by former students who subsequently achieved fame in various fields. The college chapel dates from 1732 and the stained glass, which was completed in 1900, is by Charles Kempe, also a former student. Visits are made by arrangement. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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River trips with style |
Folly Bridge Oxford OX1 4LA United Kingdom +44 1865 24 3241 http://www.salterbros.fsnet.co.uk |
This local family firm, dating back to 1858, runs a wide range of river trips, from 40- or 90-minute pleasure trips to two-hour scenic cruises to Abingdon. Party trips are particularly popular and they include background music, a live jazz band and a bar, plus food ranging from snacks to full banquets. However, Salter Bros doesn't just offer summer activities: three luxury heated boats cater for all types of parties outside the main summer season, including a sit-down Christmas dinner. Salters were originally boat builders and are still very active in this area, producing skiffs, punts, dinghies and boating accessories. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eye-catching entrance to Christ Church |
Christ Church St Aldates Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 1DP United Kingdom +44 1865 27 6150 |
Standing over the entrance to the most famous Oxford college, Tom Tower is a landmark in itself. This imposing octagonal tower with a lead-covered cupola was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and completed in 1682. It was constructed on top of an archway and turrets dating from the 16th century and houses Great Tom - the loudest bell in Oxford. Weighing more than seven tons, the bell chimes 101 times at 9.05p every evening to recall not only the 101 students residing in Christ Church when the tower was completed, but also the time by which they were supposed to be in bed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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