Mansfield College

Throughout its history Mansfield has worked hard to make an Oxford education available to previously excluded groups. Established in Oxford in 1886 it began as a theological training college for nonconformist ministers, providing a focal point for dissenters who had long been excluded from the religious life of the University. Students were largely Congregationalist, but those from other denominations were welcomed.

No longer a religious institution, it is currently the Oxford college with the highest proportion of state sector students. The current Principal is Helen Mountfield KC, renowned practitioner and academic expert in constitutional law, human rights and equality law, with particular experience in the education sector.

Mansfield occupies one of the most attractive sites in Oxford, close to all the libraries and shops, yet in a quiet position near to the University parks and River Cherwell. The late nineteenth-century buildings, which house the College’s main public rooms, are regarded as amongst the finest work of the important Victorian architect, Basil Champneys.

Visitors for Open Doors will be able to access the Chapel, Old Hall, Main Library and the Crypt Café, where refreshments will be available to purchase. There will be a fun trail in the Main Library for young visitors too.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

1100-1600

Location & directions

Mansfield College, Mansfield Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3TF

Contact on day:

Stephen Dawson

Telephone number:

+441865242918

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Full access to Chapel and Old Hall (via lift) and Café (via ramp). The Library is inaccessible as it is on the second floor, up flights of stone steps.

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