2015

SP5106 : Marquees near the Sheldonian

taken 11 years ago, near to Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

Marquees near the Sheldonian
Marquees near the Sheldonian
Looking towards the Bridge of Sighs.
University of Oxford

The second-oldest surviving university in the world and the oldest in the English-speaking world. Although its exact date of foundation is unclear, there is evidence of teaching as far back as 1096.

Most undergraduate teaching at Oxford is organised around weekly tutorials at self-governing colleges and halls, supported by classes, lectures and laboratory work organised by University faculties and departments, the university is spread around the city.

More details at Wikipedia LinkExternal link
University website: LinkExternal link

Bridge of Sighs

Hertford Bridge, popularly known as the Bridge of Sighs, is a skyway joining two parts of Hertford College over New College Lane. Its distinctive design makes it a city landmark. Grade II listed. LinkExternal link
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The Sheldonian Theatre

The Sheldonian Theatre, was built from 1664 to 1668 after a design by Christopher Wren for the University of Oxford. The building is named after Gilbert Sheldon, chancellor of the university at the time and the project's main financial backer. It is used for music concerts, lectures and university ceremonies.
The building is Grade I listed. LinkExternal link
Wikipedia: LinkExternal link


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DS Pugh   (more nearby)
Date Taken
Wednesday, 25 March, 2015   (more nearby)
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Monday, 30 March, 2015
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OSGB36: geotagged! SP 5155 0644 [10m precision]
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OSGB36: geotagged! SP 5153 0644
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