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With landmark buildings, a beautiful natural setting, and an experienced team, Worcester College offers a world-class venue for your next event. From residential conferences to private dining, we pride ourselves on our ability to make bespoke events seamless and special – every time.

What our clients say

"As you promised, the food was quite simply fantastic and our guest of honour was particularly impressed by the evening. Compared with our other venues, Worcester certainly stood out as the evening with the best team, the best menu, the best coordination, and the most fun."
The Chief of Staff Association
"Thank you so much for giving us the most magical wedding day – it was perfect and truly beyond our wildest dreams! Our guests loved the food, the attention to detail in the organisation, and how friendly everyone was. We will treasure our memories of the day for the rest of our lives."
Katie & Marcus
"Lots of people commented on the beautiful building and grounds, the great facilities, the lovely dinner, and the welcoming, warm and efficient environment created by Worcester staff. Thank you all so much for all you have done."
British Myology Society
"It was a very straightforward process to get the venue, accommodation and catering organised. Overall, it was a brilliant two days and we received a lot of comments from attendees about how much they enjoyed the venue. I would highly recommend it to others and would definitely book again."
Oxford Biomedical Imaging Festival
"As you promised, the food was quite simply fantastic and our guest of honour was particularly impressed by the evening. Compared with our other venues, Worcester certainly stood out as the evening with the best team, the best menu, the best coordination, and the most fun."
The Chief of Staff Association
"Thank you so much for giving us the most magical wedding day – it was perfect and truly beyond our wildest dreams! Our guests loved the food, the attention to detail in the organisation, and how friendly everyone was. We will treasure our memories of the day for the rest of our lives."
Katie & Marcus
"Lots of people commented on the beautiful building and grounds, the great facilities, the lovely dinner, and the welcoming, warm and efficient environment created by Worcester staff. Thank you all so much for all you have done."
British Myology Society
"It was a very straightforward process to get the venue, accommodation and catering organised. Overall, it was a brilliant two days and we received a lot of comments from attendees about how much they enjoyed the venue. I would highly recommend it to others and would definitely book again."
Oxford Biomedical Imaging Festival
Sultan Nazrin Shah Centre auditorium

Conferences & day meetings

Our prize-winning conference centre and purpose-built meeting facilities are available for hire throughout the year. With a range of flexible spaces, and up to 250 residential bedrooms, we can help you plan a show-stopping event at Worcester.

EXPLORE OUR SPACES

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Private dining

Exceptional food is at the heart of our events at Worcester. Draw on the expertise of our Head Chef to create the perfect menu for any event, from a simple buffet to a lavish formal banquet in our beautifully restored 18th century Dining Hall.

Discover our food

Gloucester House bedroom

Bed & breakfast

At certain times of the year, our comfortable guest rooms are available to book for individual stays. With single and double en-suite options in College buildings, Worcester is the ideal location to explore the historic city of Oxford and get a taste of student life.

Book our B&B rooms

Filming locations

With a breath-taking array of listed buildings and grounds, Worcester offers a unique setting for commercial filming and photography. Could our Georgian library, hall and chapel or our medieval cottages be the perfect backdrop you’re looking for?

Discover our unique locations

Meet the team

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Head of Conference & Events

Amanda Coombs

Headshot of Amanda Coombs

Amanda Coombs

Head of Conference & Events

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Conference & Events Coordinator

Carys Howell

Headshot of Carys Howell

Carys Howell

Conference & Events Coordinator

Headshot of Paula Wallbridge

Conference & Events Coordinator

Paula Wallbridge

Headshot of Paula Wallbridge

Paula Wallbridge

Conference & Events Coordinator

Headshot of Viki Varosi

Conference & Events Coordinator

Viki Varosi

Headshot of Viki Varosi

Viki Varosi

Conference & Events Coordinator

Take the first step to your dream event

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The perfect location

With 15 heritage listed buildings and 26 acres of gardens and grounds, Worcester offers everything you could want from a beautiful venue. We’re equidistant from the train station and historic city centre so, if you do want to explore further, you’re in the ideal location. A 10-minute walk will take you not just to the architectural jewels of the University but to direct trains to London and beyond. On our doorstep you’ll find the Ashmolean Museum, which houses 5,000 years of human history, and the vibrant neighbourhood of Jericho, home to independent shops, bars, restaurants and Oxford University Press.

Read more about Worcester’s history