St Peter's College
New Inn Hall Street, Oxford, OX1 2DL, GB
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Linton House, a distinctive Georgian rectory dating from 1797, serves as the main entrance and Porter's Lodge for St Peter's College on New Inn Hall Street. Originally constructed as offices for the Oxford Canal Company and named Wyaston House, it now also houses the college library. St Peter's itself, though established as a hall in 1929 and gaining full college status in 1961, occupies a site with a much deeper history, having been the location of medieval halls dating back to the 14th century. This blend of old and new continues throughout the college, with buildings from various periods, including the 19th-century Hannington Hall, which now serves as the dining hall, and the contemporary, award-winning Hubert Perrodo Building. The college is open to visitors daily from 10:00 to 17:00, with free admission.
Known for its friendly and informal atmosphere, St Peter's was founded by Francis James Chavasse, former Bishop of Liverpool, with the aim of making an Oxford education accessible to promising students regardless of their background. This welcoming ethos continues today, with a diverse student body from across the globe. The college site is a compact and intimate collection of quads and buildings, including the Chavasse Quad, which was converted from the former Central Girls' School. Despite its comparatively recent foundation, St Peter's boasts notable alumni such as the creator of Thomas the Tank Engine, Wilbert Awdry, actor Hugh Dancy, and broadcaster Afua Hirsch. Its central location makes it an easy walk from the train and bus stations, and a convenient point from which to explore other Oxford attractions.
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