University College Oxford High Street 1833 – 2024

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In 1332, University College acquired a property on the south side of Oxford's High Street, known as Selverine Hall or Spicer Hall, which was soon renamed "Great University Hall." This acquisition marked the college's first establishment on the High Street. (univ.ox.ac.uk) Over the centuries, the college expanded its presence along the High Street, incorporating various buildings for student accommodation and college offices. Notably, in 1935, the upper floors of 83–84 High Street were converted into student accommodation, originally providing ten sets of rooms. (univ.ox.ac.uk) The college's main entrance remains on the High Street, with its grounds bounded by Merton Street and Magpie Lane. (en.wikipedia.org)