Rhodes House
A venue for all occasions
Since its opening in 1929, Rhodes House has been an Oxford landmark, a historic Grade II* listed venue in the heart of the city.
Home to the Rhodes Trust and still the symbolic home of Rhodes Scholars worldwide, Rhodes House has been updated and reimagined for the 21st century. The handcrafted interiors have been sensitively restored while modern conference facilities with advanced technology have been added, creating an exceptional guest experience.
Rhodes House is the perfect Oxford location for meetings and conferences, wedding ceremonies and receptions, celebrations and special occasions, private dining, and filming & photo shoots. With five unique function rooms, beautiful private gardens, and lovely en-suite bedrooms, there is a space for every type of event.
For more information:
- Visit our website
- Check out the Rhodes House Events Instagram account
- Get in touch with our Events team
Rhodes House South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3RG
This venue offers...
Conference / Meeting
Garden party
Drinks Reception
Dinner
Christmas Function
Wedding
Lunch
Conference / Meeting with Accommodation
Party
Filming
Group Accommodation
Did you know...
Our Function Rooms
Conference Hall
Behind its elegant façade, Rhodes House has the most advanced meeting facilities in Oxford, with a spacious Conference Hall equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology. It has capacity for up to 280 and can be divided into three for smaller events or breakout space. The Conference Hall adjoins a spacious Conference Foyer, perfect for delegates to mingle while enjoying a delicious array of drinks and snacks.Venue Capacity
- 56 Boardroom
- 132 Cabaret
- 120 Classroom
- 300 Reception
- 280 Theatre
Features
- Hybrid facilities available
- Built-in Audio-Visual system
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
McCall MacBain Hall
McCall MacBain Hall is the traditional heart of Rhodes House, where Rhodes Scholars have gathered for more than 100 years. The largest and most impressive of the ground floor function rooms, McCall MacBain Hall is ideal for large-scale events such as weddings, gala dinners, and receptions.Venue Capacity
- 50 Boardroom
- 150 Buffet
- 80 Cabaret
- 150 Dining
- 200 Reception
- 200 Theatre
Features
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
- Built-in audio system
Beit Room
The Beit Room retains all the 1920s Arts & Crafts beauty for which Rhodes House is known. The oak-panelled walls, exposed beams, and views across the gardens make it the perfect venue for meetings, wedding ceremonies, or private dining. It can also be used as a breakout space for larger events.Venue Capacity
- 30 Boardroom
- 45 Buffet
- 42 Classroom
- 60 Dining
- 60 Theatre
Features
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
- Built-in audio system
Reception Room
Perfect for small receptions, presentations and meetings, the Reception Room offers a comforting, warm ambiance. When combined with the adjoining Beit Room, it can be used for larger drinks receptions or evening entertainment. The Reception Room's book-lined walls and beamed ceilings are a stunning backdrop for any small event, but it's the magnificent bay window overlooking the West Lawn that is the true focal point of the room.Venue Capacity
- 30 Buffet
- 50 Reception
- 50 Theatre
Features
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
- Built-in audio system
Glass Pavilion
The Glass Pavilion sits on the lawns to the west of Rhodes House, providing beautiful views of the outside architecture and the gardens. The reflective glass walls of the award-winning Glass Pavilion perfectly complement the traditional architecture of the house and gardens. It is a tranquil space in the grounds of this historic site, ideal for meetings or breakout space, or as a focal point for a stunning garden party or wedding reception.Venue Capacity
- 28 Boardroom
- 42 Cabaret
- 25 Classroom
- 50 Reception
- 50 Theatre
Features
- Hybrid facilities available
- Built-in Audio-Visual system
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
Gardens
The award-winning Rhodes House Gardens enjoy plenty of afternoon and evening sun and offer the perfect setting for garden parties, wedding receptions, or a bit of time with nature during a busy conference day. The spacious lawns and terrace areas offer an ideal setting to meet, unwind, and savour the lovely surroundings.Venue Capacity
- 300 Barbecue/standing reception
- 300 GardenParty
- 300 Reception
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Conference Hall
Behind its elegant façade, Rhodes House has the most advanced meeting facilities in Oxford, with a spacious Conference Hall equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology. It has capacity for up to 280 and can be divided into three for smaller events or breakout space. The Conference Hall adjoins a spacious Conference Foyer, perfect for delegates to mingle while enjoying a delicious array of drinks and snacks.Venue Capacity
- 56 Boardroom
- 132 Cabaret
- 120 Classroom
- 300 Reception
- 280 Theatre
Features
- Hybrid facilities available
- Built-in Audio-Visual system
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
-
McCall MacBain Hall
McCall MacBain Hall is the traditional heart of Rhodes House, where Rhodes Scholars have gathered for more than 100 years. The largest and most impressive of the ground floor function rooms, McCall MacBain Hall is ideal for large-scale events such as weddings, gala dinners, and receptions.Venue Capacity
- 50 Boardroom
- 150 Buffet
- 80 Cabaret
- 150 Dining
- 200 Reception
- 200 Theatre
Features
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
- Built-in audio system
-
Beit Room
The Beit Room retains all the 1920s Arts & Crafts beauty for which Rhodes House is known. The oak-panelled walls, exposed beams, and views across the gardens make it the perfect venue for meetings, wedding ceremonies, or private dining. It can also be used as a breakout space for larger events.Venue Capacity
- 30 Boardroom
- 45 Buffet
- 42 Classroom
- 60 Dining
- 60 Theatre
Features
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
- Built-in audio system
-
Reception Room
Perfect for small receptions, presentations and meetings, the Reception Room offers a comforting, warm ambiance. When combined with the adjoining Beit Room, it can be used for larger drinks receptions or evening entertainment. The Reception Room's book-lined walls and beamed ceilings are a stunning backdrop for any small event, but it's the magnificent bay window overlooking the West Lawn that is the true focal point of the room.Venue Capacity
- 30 Buffet
- 50 Reception
- 50 Theatre
Features
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
- Built-in audio system
-
Glass Pavilion
The Glass Pavilion sits on the lawns to the west of Rhodes House, providing beautiful views of the outside architecture and the gardens. The reflective glass walls of the award-winning Glass Pavilion perfectly complement the traditional architecture of the house and gardens. It is a tranquil space in the grounds of this historic site, ideal for meetings or breakout space, or as a focal point for a stunning garden party or wedding reception.Venue Capacity
- 28 Boardroom
- 42 Cabaret
- 25 Classroom
- 50 Reception
- 50 Theatre
Features
- Hybrid facilities available
- Built-in Audio-Visual system
- In-house catering team who can support all dietary requirements
-
Gardens
The award-winning Rhodes House Gardens enjoy plenty of afternoon and evening sun and offer the perfect setting for garden parties, wedding receptions, or a bit of time with nature during a busy conference day. The spacious lawns and terrace areas offer an ideal setting to meet, unwind, and savour the lovely surroundings.Venue Capacity
- 300 Barbecue/standing reception
- 300 GardenParty
- 300 Reception
Catering at Rhodes House
Our Rhodes House chefs source fresh, local ingredients to create dishes bursting with flavour, with a focus on creativity, seasonality, and sustainability. Dietary requirements and special menus are managed with ease and our friendly team make everyone feel welcome. Dining at Rhodes House can range from conference snacks and lunches to gala four-course dinners, energising group breakfasts to relaxing drinks receptions, casual BBQs to special afternoon teas, sunny summer garden parties to festive Christmas celebrations. We take equal care and pleasure in ensuring that the arrangements are flawless, and catering is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds.
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