Brasenose College
Radcliffe Square, Oxford, OX1 4AJ, GB
Rating: 4.4 ★ (80 ratings)
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The distinctive name of Brasenose College, founded in 1509, is believed to derive from a bronze or brass door knocker shaped like a nose. This very "brazen nose" can now be found hanging above the high table in the college's dining hall, a quirky testament to centuries of history. The college, with its main entrance facing the iconic Radcliffe Camera, boasts a stunning mix of architectural styles across its Old Quad, Deer Park, and New Quad. Its chapel, a remarkable blend of Gothic and Baroque design consecrated in 1666, features a striking fan vault ceiling. Brasenose also lays claim to one of the oldest rowing clubs in the world, the Brasenose College Boat Club, which participated in the earliest recorded inter-club boat race in 1815.
Visitors to Brasenose can soak in the atmosphere of a college that has nurtured notable figures such as former Prime Minister David Cameron, author William Golding ("Lord of the Flies"), and Monty Python's Michael Palin. The college is renowned for its friendly atmosphere, often referred to as the "Brasenose Spirit," which embodies mutual support and inclusiveness. While exploring the historic quads and chapel, guests get a glimpse into the vibrant student life that includes a renowned annual summer arts festival. Brasenose is generally open to visitors, often free of charge though donations are welcomed, with specific hours typically available for viewing the college's stunning architecture and absorbing its rich academic heritage.
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Very rich on history and with remarkable personalities, this place still gives you this feeling of getting lost in time. What here ... is a very good thing.
The architecture and gardening is exactly as I expected it to be.