Oxford is one of Europe's most beautiful cities with its university colleges, museums, parks and art galleries. It is also a lively city, home to over 30,000 students at the two universities and other colleges.
There are many activities in Oxford to interest students at St. Clare's - excellent shopping, cinemas, concerts, theatres, restaurants and cafes, and a whole variety of sports from punting on the river, football, jazz dance, hockey, tennis and aerobics to horse-riding, sailing and outdoor adventure sports.
Being close to London students can travel to London for shopping, sightseeing and other events such as big venue concerts, sporting events, exhibitions and shows. Have a look at some local websites for what's on in Oxford: Oxford City - Daily Information - Oxfordshire 360.
Oxford is in the centre of England, surrounded by beautiful countryside, and close to many places of interest London, Stratford upon Avon, Bath, Windsor, the Cotswolds and Winchester are all within easy reach, while Cambridge can be visited as a day trip.
We are also close to four major airports which will enable visiting students to travel outside England for weekends and breaks.
For further information about Oxford and Britain visit the Visit Britain web pages.