EXAMINATIONOXFORD UNIVERSITY’S LARGEST

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Built between 1876 and 1881 by Sir Thomas Jackson, this historical Grade II listed building was created to house the University of Oxford’s

examinations. While still used for this purpose today, our flexible venue also works perfectly for large conferences, business meetings and a whole range

of events all year round.

Let our building’s grandeur impress, our location in the heart of the city of dreaming spires embolden and our catering stimulate taste buds. You can feel safe in the knowledge that our excellent team, with our high

standards of customer service, will be working with you every step of the way.

Turn the page to discover more about our venue, catering, customer service and green credentials.

to Oxford University’s largest city centre conference venue

With grand rooms capable of holding up to 440 people for keynote sessions and a range of beautiful, light and spacious breakout rooms, let us be the location you choose

for your next conference.

Set over two floors, The Examination Schools has the ability to hold over 1000 delegates across 16 flexible rooms allowing space for exhibitions, poster displays and numerous breakout spaces. The largest room, the South Writing Schools, hosts up to 440 people. Through our dedicated caterers, we offer a range of catering options from a light breakfast for those early rising attendees, to a three

course seated dinner and drinks receptions.

Top this off with AV facilities in every room, Wi-Fi access and the fact you’re in the heart of the city of dreaming spires and you’ve got the perfect conference venue.

Watch the reactions of your delegates as they enter and register in the Great Hall.

debate and bring everyone together…

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After a change of scene or want to hold a session elsewhere? Then large plenary sessions can be held at our sister venue, The Sheldonian Theatre.

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Our numerous flexible rooms mean the Examination Schools is suitable for a range of talks and lectures as well as business meetings, product launches,

presentations and seminars. Room sizes vary from 12 to 440 so whatever size you require, we are sure to be able to accommodate your request.

Our rooms retain their original fireplaces and wood panelling, and the high ceilings and large windows flood them with natural light. Add AV facilities, Wi-Fi

and a range of catering options, and you’ll find you won’t want to hold your event anywhere else.

Our venue also lends itself perfectly to photoshoots and filming.

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drink and enjoy…

What better way to celebrate than to hold your next drinks reception or gala dinner in the exquisite Examination Schools? Surround your guests with the grandeur

of Victorian architecture and have our dedicated caterers provide excellent food and drink every step of the way.

We offer catering options for every occasion from three course seated dinners and buffet lunches, to canapés and breakfast options. Our caterers pride themselves on excellent

food as well as their environmental and health credentials.

Here are a few key highlights

Our caterers strive to source local and sustainably produced food and comply with the British Red Tractor Scheme where possible.

Environmental impact is minimised through local “green” initiatives and they use and recycle UK-produced rapeseed oil. They have successfully reduced their CO2 emissions

and continue to do so.

They promote healthy eating through a range of products nutritionally balanced products for delicious taste, health and wellbeing.

Our beautiful venue and facilities have already drawn you in, now let our service, green credentials and accessibility tempt you too.

Customer ServiceHere at the Examination Schools, we pride ourselves on excellent customer service.

Every event matters whether it is a five day conference for 900 people or a half day business meeting for 10. We are part of the Customer Service Excellence accreditations and are a member of the

Meetings Industry Association (MIA)

It’s all about being greenYou may think for a historical venue its hard being “green”. However, our Facilities team

are committed to making our building as sustainable as possible. We have achieved a Bronze Green Impact Award and work closely with the University’s Environmental Sustainability Department to make

sure none of our waste goes to landfill; it is either recycled or used for fuel.

Accessing our VenueWe may be in the heart of the bustling city of Oxford, but there’s no shortage of ways to

get to the Examination Schools.

Buses to and from London stop outside our venue, as do many of the city’s frequent Park and Ride services. Both the Bus Station and Train Station are under a 20 minute walk away

and have taxi ranks if required. We do not have any parking on site, but with good public transport connections, delegates and guest are spoiled for options.

You can also feel safe in the knowledge that our venue is fully wheelchair accessible and hearing support systems are available. For full accessibility information, please see the access area of our website.

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To that we say, why not? With its excellent museums, quaint cobbled streets and world renowned landmarks, Oxford has something to offer everyone. Here are a few

of our highlights to inspire leisure time activities;

Tour of the Sheldonian TheatreEver wondered how the University was formed, how long it’s been in existence and the

secrets of its past? Discover all this, together with the history behind the Sheldonian Theatre - the University’s Ceremonial Hall, on a one-hour guided walking tour. Explore University Church,

the Clarendon and Bodleian Quadrangles, Radcliffe Square and the Sheldonian Theatre. Following the tour, enjoy the memorable panoramic views of Oxford’s famous skyline from

the Theatre’s Cupola at your leisure. Drinks receptions packages are also available after tours. For more information speak to us or visit the Theatre at www.sheldon.ox.ac.uk

PuntingDuring the summer months, who could come to Oxford and not venture out on to the water?

Our venue is only a 3 minute walk from Magdalen Bridge where punts and rowing boats are available to hire.

Parks and CollegesOxford University is known for its beautiful colleges with many of them within walking

distance and open to visitors. We are also lucky to be only a short walk from the stunning Oxford University Botanic Gardens; the most compact yet diverse collection of plants in the world.

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