The Oxford Union
A nursery of the commons
The Oxford Union is an undiscovered secret in the heart of Oxford. Over the past two centuries, the union has played host to some of the world’s greatest politicians and celebrities and has frequently found itself under the media spotlight. It would be impossible to name all the famous and influential figures who have passed through our doors – Mother Theresa, Senator Bobby Kennedy, the Dalai Lama and Michael Jackson – all have contributed to the building’s fascinating history. The Oxford Union can offer a range of facilities, from debates for 450 to small meetings for 10.
The Oxford Union St Michael's Street, Oxford OX1 2DU
This venue offers...
Conference / Meeting
Dinner
Drinks Reception
Filming
Summer School
Garden party
Christmas Function
Lunch
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Debating Chamber
Speak from the same despatch boxes as Prime Ministers, Presidents, Nobel Laureates, Oscar winners, world champions, and other leaders. Perfect for large debates or speaker events. The ground floor seats up to 360 on the Union's iconic benches.Venue Capacity
- 450 Other
Goodman Library
Beautiful wood-panelled library with natural daylight. Excellent for lectures.Venue Capacity
- 100 Reception
- 100 Theatre
Macmillan Room
The wood-panelled Macmillan Room has a stunning white barrelled ceiling and natural daylight.Venue Capacity
- 60 Dining
- 100 Reception
- 100 Theatre
- 60 U-shape
Gladstone Room
Boasting high hand-painted ceilings, the Oxford Union president hosts drinks for guests here before the Union's Thursday debates. Suitable for 60 standing or 45 seated.Venue Capacity
- 45 Lounge
- 60 Reception
Morris Room
Named after William Morris, this room boasts Morris-design wallpaper and natural daylight. Suitable for groups up to 30. Tables in the room are usually arranged as a long table for meetings of up to 18 people. A great space for meetings, training sessions, and seminars.Venue Capacity
- 18 Boardroom
- 18 Classroom
Members' Bar
The Union's bar boasts high ceilings, lets in natural daylight, and is decorated with photos of some of our most famous guests. Suitable for up to 100 standing.Venue Capacity
- 100 Reception
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Debating Chamber
Speak from the same despatch boxes as Prime Ministers, Presidents, Nobel Laureates, Oscar winners, world champions, and other leaders. Perfect for large debates or speaker events. The ground floor seats up to 360 on the Union's iconic benches.Venue Capacity
- 450 Other
-
Goodman Library
Beautiful wood-panelled library with natural daylight. Excellent for lectures.Venue Capacity
- 100 Reception
- 100 Theatre
-
Macmillan Room
The wood-panelled Macmillan Room has a stunning white barrelled ceiling and natural daylight.Venue Capacity
- 60 Dining
- 100 Reception
- 100 Theatre
- 60 U-shape
-
Gladstone Room
Boasting high hand-painted ceilings, the Oxford Union president hosts drinks for guests here before the Union's Thursday debates. Suitable for 60 standing or 45 seated.Venue Capacity
- 45 Lounge
- 60 Reception
-
Morris Room
Named after William Morris, this room boasts Morris-design wallpaper and natural daylight. Suitable for groups up to 30. Tables in the room are usually arranged as a long table for meetings of up to 18 people. A great space for meetings, training sessions, and seminars.Venue Capacity
- 18 Boardroom
- 18 Classroom
-
Members' Bar
The Union's bar boasts high ceilings, lets in natural daylight, and is decorated with photos of some of our most famous guests. Suitable for up to 100 standing.Venue Capacity
- 100 Reception
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