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New College

Holywell Street, Oxford OX1 3BN, England
44-1865-279500
Ranked #5 of 87 attractions in Oxford
4.5 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Type: Educational Sites
Description: New College, founded in 1379, is one of the larger colleges at the University of Oxford, and is particularly well-known for its Chapel and Choir.
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Saigon
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Visited with an elderly friend who raved so much about the gardens and the cloisters I had to see it for myself. Loved the shady tree beneath which we sat with a nice cool drink in hand.. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

A good introduction to the College system. Great gardens and a Chapel to make you go 'I believe!@ More

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Ohio
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

Was very interesting tour, learned things I really did not know about the college. The history was fascinating. More

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Stanford, California
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Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

The New College choir is known as one of the best in Oxford -- even in England. They have regular evensong in the evening during term time. I HIGHLY recommend going some night, it will be moving. It is free and lasts about an hour. More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012
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This was a once in a lifetime trip for me. I had to come, for my family has attended New College for generations. It is by far the best college. The Gardens are first rate, as is the chapel and hall. it is easy to spend a whole day here. I envy every student who has the opportunity to go. More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

We went to visit New College on a Sunday. It was free and the tour was great. The college got a nice chapel and a pretty dining room. More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012
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When I walked through the gates of New College, my world seemed to suddenly brighten. I felt a sense of calm and tranquility as I strolled through its beautiful cloisters, and an atmospheric awe in the majesty of its chapel. The hall food was utterly sublime - the best greek beans I've ever taster - and the snowman in the... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012
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This is one of the nicest colleges of Oxford. It is free entry from 2-4 pm on Saturdays. A gorgeous grounds, chapel and medieval wall in the middle of the grounds. Worth a trip! More

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Warlingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012
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And they have even been on masterchef! However I don't think members of the public can simply go in and eat there, I think you need to have a connection to the College. More

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Oxford, England
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012
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Midnight Mass at New College is magical. No lights, just candles, glorious singing, and a beautiful chapel. More

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