Extra-mural Activities
Social and Cultural Activities and Visits
To complement academic work, a student’s stay in Oxford should also provide access to a stimulating cultural, sporting and social environment. A healthy balance is achieved if time is set aside each week for sports, hobbies, social events or visits.
A number of activities are organised according to demand, including visits to the theatre or art galleries in Oxford, London and Stratford, talks by guest speakers, debates, music, art and film clubs, which meet regularly. Students are also encouraged to take part in the rich extramural life of Oxford and we assist those who wish to join the various clubs and societies which are open to them, including the Oxford Union Society.
The college holds several social functions each year. At the beginning of Michaelmas Term there is an informal welcome party, enabling students and staff to meet socially. A Christmas party is held at the end of term, which gives the more musical students a chance to perform and show off their talents! A garden party and a boating trip are held at the end of Trinity term, a gentle finale to the academic year. Throughout the year other social events take place, such as quiz evenings, lunches, pool competitions and ten-pin bowling.
Sports
In conjunction with other colleges, team sports and events are organised. Basketball and soccer are amongst the most popular and matches are played either at weekends or in the evenings. A sports hall is booked each week for badminton, basketball and table tennis as well as a floodlit pitch for eight-a-side soccer. Tennis courts can be booked during the year and visits may be organised to a local golf driving range. Squash courts are also available locally, as is a fitness gym. Tennis courts are plentiful in Oxford and there are excellent swimming pools. Students wishing to play rugby, hockey, lacrosse or any other team sport, such as rowing, on a serious basis are normally introduced to city or university clubs.