Magdalen Ground, Oxford

#406 among attractions in Oxford

Sport venue, Sport

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Facts and practical information

The Magdalen Ground is a cricket ground in Oxford, England. The ground is part of Magdalen College, one of the Oxford University colleges. The first recorded match on the ground was in 1829, when Oxford University played Cambridge University in the grounds first first-class match. From 1829 to 1880, the ground hosted 69 first-class matches, with the final first-class match to that point coming against the Gentlemen of England. 32 years after first-class cricket had last been played at the ground, the University played the touring South Africans in what was to be the last first-class match played at the ground. ()

Coordinates: 51°44'57"N, 1°14'50"W

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HolywellOxford United Kingdom

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Magdalen Ground – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: High Street, University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Broad Walk, Roger Bannister running track.

~1650 ftNW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
High Street, Oxford
8 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...
~600 ftN
Gardens and glasshouses with 5000 species
University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Oxford
3 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...
~1140 ftW
Hiking, Hiking trail
Broad Walk, Oxford
6 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...
~1450 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport
Roger Bannister running track, Oxford
8 min walk • The Roger Bannister Running Track, situated in the historic city of Oxford, United Kingdom, is a sport venue steeped in athletic lore. Named after Sir Roger Bannister, the first man to break the four-minute mile barrier, this track is a symbol of human endurance...
~730 ftNE
Bridge, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Magdalen Bridge, Oxford
4 min walk • Magdalen Bridge is an iconic feature of the city of Oxford, United Kingdom, known for its elegant architecture and historical significance. Spanning the River Cherwell, this bridge serves as a gateway to the picturesque landscape of Oxford's meadows and the prestigious...
~1690 ftW
Hiking, Hiking trail
Poplar Walk, Oxford
9 min walk • Poplar Walk is wide footpath running north–south in Christ Church Meadow, Oxford, England. The footpath runs between The Meadow Building of Christ Church at the junction with Broad Walk to the north and the River Thames near Folly Bridge to the south.
~1420 ftNW
Church
Grove Walk, Oxford
7 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.
~1040 ftNW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Reportedly haunted
Dead Man's Walk, Oxford
6 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.
~750 ftNE
Park
The Plain, Oxford
4 min walk • The Plain is an important junction, now a roundabout constructed in 1950, just east of Magdalen Bridge in Oxford, England. To the east and southeast are St Clement's, Cowley Road and Iffley Road. Magdalen College School is to the south.
~1530 ftNW
Bridge
Logic Lane covered bridge, Oxford
8 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.
~1450 ftN
Park
Radcliffe Quadrangle, Oxford
7 min walk • The Radcliffe Quadrangle is the second quadrangle of University College, Oxford, England. The buildings have been Grade I listed since 1954.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Magdalen Ground?

Nearby attractions include St Hilda's College, Oxford (2 min walk), University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Oxford (3 min walk), Magdalen Bridge, Oxford (4 min walk), The Plain, Oxford (4 min walk).

How to get to Magdalen Ground by public transport?

The nearest stations to Magdalen Ground:

Bus

The Plain • Lines: 10, 3A, 5A (6 min walk)
St Clements Street • Lines: Lhr, Tube, X90 (8 min walk)

Train

Oxford (26 min walk)