St Cross College Events and Conference Booklet 2025-26

St Cross College
Conference & Events
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Contents
Venue Hire.................... 4
Working Lunch............ 10
Drinks Reception ........ 12
Fine Dining................... 16
Booking Information.. 19
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Events Office
St Cross College
61 St Giles’
Oxford, OX1 3LZ
events@stx.ox.ac.uk | +44 (0)1865 278447
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Venue Hire
D
iscover the perfect setting for your next
event in central Oxford at St Cross College,
where historic charm meets modern
convenience. Whether you’re hosting a conference,
seminar or private gathering, our versatile spaces
offer a unique and inspiring backdrop in the heart
of Oxford.
Our state-of-the-art West Wing features a
contemporary Lecture Theatre, alongside a spacious
Seminar Room designed for large boardroom-style
meetings or for smaller gatherings, the elegant Sybil
Dodd Rooms is ideal. For those seeking a classic
Oxford atmosphere, our historic rooms
offer timeless elegance for meetings, dinners or
special events.
Whatever your needs, St Cross College is the
perfect venue for your next event.
Contact us now to get booked in.
Lecture Theatre
This new stylish lecture
theatre is an ideal setting for
a large event. It is equipped
with the latest AV systems,
and is fully accessible, making
it perfect for your next
lecture, seminar or training
session.
Rates: £800
Capacity: 85
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Seminar Room
The seminar room is a beautiful
setting for any event, full of
natural daylight and views
across the West Wing Quad.
This space is ideal for meetings,
day conferences and lunches.
Rates: £500
Capacity: Boardroom 28
Sybil Dodd
Rooms
These two new bright rooms
create a focused and intimate
meeting space. They can
accommodate up to 7 people
each when divided, or the
room can also be transformed
into one larger room for up to
14 delegates.
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Rates: £350
Capacity: 7 each or
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St Cross Room
A versatile space for meetings
and private dinners, the St
Cross Room seats up to 20
around a large boardroom table.
Combining historic charm with
modern amenities, it offers a
professional yet intimate setting
for discussions.
Rates: £450
Capacity: Boardroom 20
Van Heyningen
Room
Perfect for an intimate
meeting or special dinner,
the Van Heyningen Room
offers a traditional Oxford
library ambiance, providing an
elegant and cosy setting for
your gathering. Its timeless
atmosphere makes it an ideal
choice for focused discussions
or memorable events.
Rates: £350
Capacity: Boardroom 12
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Working Lunch
E
nhance your event with a carefully curated
working lunch at St Cross College. Served
buffet-style, our menu is designed to offer
both quality and variety, ensuring your guests
stay refreshed and energised throughout the day.
With a selection tailored by our chefs and options
for vegetarian and vegan preferences, it’s the
perfect catering solution for any occasion.
Working Lunch:
Set Menu Includes:
Chef’s Choice Of Handmade Sandwiches
& Finger Buffet Foods
Chocolate Brownie
Seasonal Fruit Basket
Mineral Water & Fruit Juice
Fresh Ground Coffee & Selection of Tea
Crisps
£27 per person
Refreshments:
Coffee & Tea £3.50
Coffee, Tea & Cookies £5.50
Coffee, Tea, Home-Made Cakes Or Pastries £6.50
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Drinks Reception
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omplete your event experience with
a college-style reception, perfect for
welcoming guests to dinner or winding
down after a successful gathering. Whether
you’re hosting a seminar, conference or private
function, a sparkling wine reception, canapés or
elegant savoury bites creates the ideal setting for
networking, socialising and dining.
Drinks Reception:
Sparkling Wine Reception
Alcohol-free options provided
Sparkling Wine & Canapes Reception
Chef’s choice
‘Crisp & Crunch’ Nibbles
Crisp, Nuts & Bombay Mix
‘The Elegant Nibble’
Olives, Cheese Straws, Popcorn
& Cheese Palmiers
£13 per person
£27 per person
£6 per person
£9 per person
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Saugman
Common Room
This room is the social heart
of the College. Located in the
East Wing with a view over the
Blackwell Quad through large
windows, with direct access
onto the quadrangle lawn.
Rates: £350
Capacity: For Drinks Reception
120
Blackwell Quad
A historic and elegant
outdoor space to hold your
drinks reception, the Blackwell
Quad has mulitple entryways
to the Saugman Common Room
making it a ideal space
to expand into during
warmer months.
West Wing Quad
In striking contrast to the
Blackwell quad, the West Wing
is modern and bright, and
easily accessible from both the
Seminar and Sybil Dodd Rooms
with plenty of outdoor seating
and beanbags available for more
informal events.
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Rates: £500
Rates: £350
Capacity for Drinks
Reception: 75
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Fine Dining
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ost an unforgettable dining experience
in our elegant Hall, perfect for wedding
receptions, corporate celebrations and
special gatherings. With a bright, modern setting
and three grand tables seating up to 120 guests,
our three-course, waiter-served meals offer the
perfect blend of sophistication and warmth for
any occasion.
We carefully craft our menus to balance flavours,
textures and seasonal ingredients, ensuring
a memorable dining experience. Each dish is
designed with dietary needs in mind, including
cultural and religious considerations.
St Cross Hall
Located in the South Wing
our Dining Hall is the perfect
location for fine dining in a
collegiate setting. The large
windows offer a superb view
to the West Wing Quad
which, together with the
high ceiling, makes this room
a light and airy space for
gathering.
Rates: £500
Capacity: 120
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Set Dinner Menu
Our set menu features a unified starter, main, and dessert for all
guests, with a vegetarian option available, allowing everyone to
enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal together.
Three Course Set Meal
Price: £56.50 per person
Starter Main Dessert
Smoked Duck, Baby Red Chard
& Caramelised Orange Salad
&
(V) Roasted Beetroot & Goat’s
Cheese Salad
Or
Chicken Liver Parfait,
Red Onion Marmalade &
Toasted Brioche
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(V) Roast Butternut Parfait,
Red Onion Marmalade &
Toasted Brioche
Or
(V) Twice Baked Cheese Souffle
With Chives
Garlic & Thyme Chicken Breast,
Pomme Purée, Savoy Cabbage
and Madeira Sauce
&
(V) Mushroom & Thyme
Pithivier, Pomme Purée, Savoy
Cabbage & Madeira Sauce
Or
Curried Spiced Cod, Onion &
Fennel Bhaji, Banana Curry
Sauce
&
(V) Curried Paneer Cheese,
Onion & Fennel Bhaji, Banana
Curry Sauce
Or
Braised Lamb Shoulder,
Dauphinoise Potato, Red
Cabbage & Rosemary Jus
&
(V) Root Vegetable Wellington,
Dauphinoise Potato, Red
Cabbage & Rosemary Jus
Sicilian Lemon Tart, Macerated
Raspberry & Basil, Raspberry
Sorbet
Or
Bitter Chocolate Crémeux,
Sable Biscuit & Salted Caramel
Ice Cream
Or
Sticky Toffee Pudding, Brandy
Snap & Ginger Ice Cream
After Dinner
Complimentary tea, coffee
& mints for all guests
Additions
Cheese Platter £13 per person
Second Dessert with Fruit,
Chocolates, Sweet Wines & Port
£20 per person
Wine Selection £25 per bottle
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e are delighted to offer a selection of
refined dining experiences and elegant
receptions tailored to your occasion.
Below, you’ll find details on our packages, pricing,
and facilities to help plan your perfect event.
Dining & Booking Information:
• Drinks Reception: 18:15 & Dinner: 19:00
• Average dining times: two and a half hours for a three-course
meal, and three hours for a four-course meal.
• Final numbers and dietary requirements are to be provided no
later than two weeks prior to the event.
• If you would like a seating plan, please request on booking and
a template will be sent. Menu’s are provided as standard
Booking & Payment
• All prices are exclusive of VAT.
• A deposit (60% of the total cost) is required to secure
your booking.
• The final invoice will be issued after your event, reflecting any
adjustments such as guest numbers and wine consumption.
Catering & Special Dietary
Requirements
If you have any food allergies or dietary requirements, please make
our team aware. We are able to accomodate all requirements,
although there may be a surcharge.
Drinks & Wine
Wine is charged based on actual consumption.
Equipment & Facilities
Please specify your requirements in advance including:
• Flipchart
• Whiteboard
• Presentation Clickers
• TV Screens
• Lectern
• WiFi Access
Our venue is fully accessible. Please provide any information
required at the time of booking for our Lodge to assist.
For any additional requests, please contact us.
We’re here to ensure you have a memorable time with us.
Booking Information
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How to get to us:
By Car:
To avoid the city centre, approach via the A40 Northern
Ring Road and drive down Banbury Road. The College has
no onsite parking available.
Parking:
Park&Ride sites allow you to park outside the city centre
and take a short bus journey in.
By Train:
St Cross is a 15-minute walk from Oxford Railway Station.
By Bus:
The main bus station is Gloucester Green, off George
Street, and is a 10-minute walk from St Cross.
Accessibility:
There is step-free access into
the main building from the
secondary entrance on St
Giles and throughout both
the Blackwell and West Wing
Quads. Visitors are advised
to contact the Lodge before
planning a visit, who will be
able to provide you with more
information and discuss your
requirements.
St Cross College
61 St Giles’
Oxford, OX1 3LZ
events@stx.ox.ac.uk
+44 (0)1865 278447