Merton College, Oxford

Name: Merton College
Address: Merton Street, Oxford, OX1 4JD, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1865 276310

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Facts and practical information

Merton College is one of the constituent colleges of the University of Oxford in England. Its foundation can be traced back to the 1260s when Walter de Merton, chancellor to Henry III and later to Edward I, first drew up statutes for an independent academic community and established endowments to support it. An important feature of Walter's foundation was that this "college" was to be self-governing and the endowments were directly vested in the Warden and Fellows. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°45'4"N, 1°15'3"W

Address

Merton StreetHolywellOxford OX1 4JD United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1865 276310

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Day trips

Merton College – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: High Street, University Church of St Mary the Virgin, University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Broad Walk.

~530 ftNW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
High Street, Oxford
3 min walk • High Street, commonly referred to as the "High," is a bustling artery of commerce and history in the heart of Oxford, United Kingdom. This iconic street is renowned for its vibrant shopping district, offering a harmonious blend of traditional boutiques, modern...
~870 ftNW
Church
University Church of St Mary the Virgin, Oxford
5 min walk • The University Church of St Mary the Virgin stands as a historic and spiritual beacon in the heart of Oxford, United Kingdom. This venerable church is not only a place of worship but also an integral part of the University of Oxford's history, serving as the...
~750 ftE
Gardens and glasshouses with 5000 species
University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Oxford
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Oxford, the University of Oxford Botanic Garden is a verdant oasis that offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. Established in 1621, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanic garden in the United...
~780 ftS
Hiking, Hiking trail
Broad Walk, Oxford
4 min walk • Nestled within the historic city of Oxford, Broad Walk offers a serene escape into nature, contrasting with the bustling academic life of the surrounding university. This picturesque hiking trail, lined with ancient trees and well-kept lawns, provides a peaceful...
~890 ftN
Church
St Peter-in-the-East, Oxford
5 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Oxford, St Peter-in-the-East stands as a remarkable testament to the city's rich ecclesiastical heritage. This historic church, dating back to the 12th century, is a fine example of Norman architecture with its intricate stone carvings...
~370 ftW
Church
Grove Walk, Oxford
2 min walk • Grove Walk is a short historic leafy walkway running north–south in central Oxford, England, situated on land between Merton College to the east and Corpus Christi College to the west. It provides one of the entrances to Christ Church Meadow from the north.
~180 ftS
Hiking, Hiking trail, Reportedly haunted
Dead Man's Walk, Oxford
1 min walk • Dead Man's Walk is a footpath running east–west in central Oxford, England, situated immediately to the south of Merton College and just outside the old city wall, with Corpus Christi College at the western end. To the north, Grove Walk connects with Merton Street through a gateway.
~810 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Christ Church Picture Gallery, Oxford
4 min walk • Christ Church Picture Gallery is an art museum at Christ Church, one of the colleges of Oxford University in England. The gallery holds an important collection of about 300 Old Master paintings and nearly 2,000 drawings.
~480 ftN
Bridge
Logic Lane covered bridge, Oxford
3 min walk • The Logic Lane covered bridge is a small covered bridge at the High Street end of Logic Lane, within University College, Oxford, England. The bridge was designed by the Oxford architect Harry Wilkinson Moore and was completed in 1904. It links the older Radcliffe Quad buildings with the newer Durham Buildings, built in 1903.
~610 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Shelley Memorial, Oxford
3 min walk • The Shelley Memorial is a memorial to the English poet Percy Bysshe Shelley at University College, Oxford, England, the college that he briefly attended and from which he was expelled for writing the 1811 pamphlet "The Necessity of Atheism".
~830 ftNW
Shopping, Art shops, Bookshop
Sanders of Oxford, Oxford
5 min walk • Sanders of Oxford is an antique print shop situated on the High Street of the city of Oxford, England. Although stores trading in prints were once common in the country, there are now only a handful left, Sanders being one of the largest and longest running outside London.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Merton College open?

Merton College is open:

Monday 2 pm - 5 pm
Tuesday 2 pm - 5 pm
Wednesday 2 pm - 5 pm
Thursday 2 pm - 5 pm
Friday 2 pm - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Merton College?

Nearby attractions include Dead Man's Walk, Oxford (1 min walk), Merton Street, Oxford (1 min walk), Logic Lane, Oxford (2 min walk), Mob Quad, Oxford (2 min walk).

How to get to Merton College by public transport?

The nearest stations to Merton College:

Bus

Queens Lane • Lines: 10, 15, 280, 3A, 5A, Lgw, Lhr, Tube, U1, X3, X90 (3 min walk)
Turl Street • Lines: 280, 3A, U1 (6 min walk)

Train

Oxford (22 min walk)