Beyond London
Christ Church, Oxford
Oxford’s grandest college
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Image courtesy of © Txllxt TxllxT · CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia CommonsAbout Christ Church, Oxford
Christ Church was founded by Cardinal Wolsey in 1525 and refounded by Henry VIII, and its chapel is also the cathedral of Oxford. Visitors see Tom Quad, the largest quadrangle in Oxford, beneath Wren’s Tom Tower, the Great Hall with its portraits, and the cathedral. Opening times change around college events, so check the website and book ahead.
Why it's on our list
- Tom Quad
- Great Hall
- Cathedral
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Christ Church, Oxford before you go.