Travel Information
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Due to parking limitations in Oxford, we strongly advise delegates to arrive at Wadham College by train or other public transport if at all possible.
Wadham College is very centrally located (see map below) on the corner of Parks Road and Broad Street, directly opposite the Bodleian library. The college is within 10 minutes walk from the central bus station and the main shopping areas. The City Circle electric bus stops close to Wadham and provides a frequent service (about every 12 mins) covering all of the city centre.
By Car: The college has NO PARKING facilities for visitors and parking is very difficult within the city centre. There are only a few Pay & Display spaces available right outside the main gate of Wadham College and overnight parking is not very safe. You are therefore strongly recommended to make use of the city's Park & Ride facilities.
Oxfordshire County Council manages 2 of the 5 Park & Ride Sites around the city. These are at Water Eaton (to the north east of Oxford, off the A4260) and Thornhill (to the east of Oxford, off the A40). The charge is 60p per day (24 hrs) with a maximum stay allowed of up to 72 hours. For longer stays, secure overnight parking can be arranged at Gloucester Green Underground Car Park (100 spaces). In order to take advantage of this facility, please contact the Enforcement Office during office hours on 01865 794307. Out of hours, please seek the assistance of the Car Park Officer on duty at Gloucester Green Car Park.
By Air: The most convenient arrival airport is London Heathrow, from which there is a frequent express coach service to Oxford. London Gatwick is a little further, but again there is direct coach service to and from Oxford. Birmingham International has a less frequent coach and rail connection with Oxford.
By Rail: There are frequent direct trains from London Paddington to Oxford and regular links to other mainline stations across the country. The station in Oxford is a 15 minute walk from the city centre and Wadham College. There is also a taxi rank at the station. For timetable information, please see www.nationalrail.co.uk
By Coach: There are very frequent services from London's Victoria Station, Heathrow and Gatwick Airports to Oxford. A rather less frequent service connects with Birmingham International airports. The central bus and coach depot (Gloucester Green) is in the city centre. For coach information, please see The Oxford Bus Company.
On arrival at Wadham College, please report to the Lodge, where you will be directed to CSW's registration office and your accommodation.
