Central-E · Founded 1962
Linacre College
A friendly, internationally minded graduate college known for sustainability leadership rather than grand historic architecture; of interest to those drawn to Oxford's green-building innovation.
Official site ↗Founded 1962. Founded in 1962 and named after the Renaissance physician-scholar Thomas Linacre; it was the UK's first graduate college open to both sexes and all subjects.
A compact modern and Queen Anne-style campus on St Cross Road, notable for its pioneering environmental design, including the award-winning eco-friendly Abraham Building. It became Oxford's first carbon-neutral college.
Don’t miss
- eco-designed Abraham Building
- carbon-neutral credentials and solar installations
- quiet gardens
- position beside University Parks and the Science Area
Notable names
Named after Thomas Linacre, founder of the Royal College of Physicians · known for environmental and scientific research community
Visiting
Primarily a working graduate college rather than a visitor attraction; public access is limited and should be checked in advance.
Opening hours, admission and current access change often — check the official site before you go.