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Visitor Amenities at Magdalen College

Explore the facilities and services available across the historic Oxford college grounds.

Whether you are visiting for the medieval cloisters, the riverside walks, or the famous deer park, it is helpful to know which amenities are available on-site. Please check with official college resources for the most current details regarding specific accessibility support or facilities before your arrival.

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Visitor Services and Amenities at Magdalen College
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Magdalen College provides a variety of visitor facilities to enhance the experience on the grounds, including on-site refreshment options and resources for self-guided exploration. Guests can find informative leaflets and merchandise for purchase, while specific policies regarding photography, picnicking, and pet access help preserve the historic environment. Visitors should note that parking is not available on site, though assistance animals are welcome throughout the premises.

Accessibility

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Guide dogs permitted

Available

Assistance dogs are allowed in the college grounds.

Dogs, except guide dogs, are not allowed in the College.

Food and retail

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Old Kitchen Bar and Riverside Terrace

Available

On-site venue offering refreshments, coffee, snacks, and light lunches.

Open Monday-Saturday from 10am to 5.30pm (closed on Sundays). Closed over Easter.

Extra charge

Visitors' Desk merchandise

Available

College publications, choir recordings, and merchandise are available.

Available to purchase from the Visitors’ Desk.

Tours and guides

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Summer Guided Tours

Available

Guided tours are offered during the summer period.

Offered at 11am and 3pm on select summer days, subject to capacity. The £15 charge includes the admission fee.

Extra charge

Downloadable map and printed leaflets

Available

A college map is available online or in print.

You can download a map from the website. Leaflets with a map and illustrations are also provided at the Porter’s Lodge for 50p each.

Multilingual leaflets

Available

Leaflets are available in several languages for a small fee.

Provided at the Porter’s Lodge in several languages. Copies can be purchased at 50p each.

Extra charge

Transport and parking

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No visitor parking

Not available

Parking is not provided for general visitors.

We regret we are unable to provide parking.

Visitor policies

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No picnicking

Limited

Picnicking is not permitted on the grounds.

Please do not walk on the grass or picnic in the grounds.

No pets allowed

Not available

General pets are not allowed inside the College.

Dogs, except guide dogs, are not allowed in the College.

Photography restrictions

Limited

Wedding/engagement photography and drones are restricted.

Drones may not be used anywhere in the College grounds. Wedding and engagement photography is not permitted, except when the ceremony is taking place in the College.

Tickets and entry

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On the day tickets

Available

Tickets can be purchased on arrival.

Tickets can be bought online or on the day of the visit. Payment is by card only, no cash.

Amenities FAQ
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Does Magdalen College have a café?

Yes, Magdalen College features the Old Kitchen Bar and Riverside Terrace, which offers refreshments, coffee, snacks, and light lunches. It is open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, but is closed on Sundays and over Easter.

Is visitor parking available at Magdalen College?

No, Magdalen College is unable to provide parking for general visitors.

Are dogs and pets allowed inside Magdalen College?

Assistance dogs are permitted in the college grounds, but general pets and other dogs are not allowed.

Does Magdalen College have a gift shop?

Yes, visitors can purchase college publications, choir recordings, and official merchandise from the Visitors' Desk.

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