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Bodleian Library Divinity School (Hogwarts infirmary)
Oxford's 15th-century Divinity School was the Hogwarts hospital wing, and Duke Humfrey's Library above it the Hogwarts library.
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Oxford
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Oxford
Oxford is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Cowley, 27km from Burford.
Oxford is a city located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 162,100, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Oxford sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Oxford to your route.
About Oxford
Alfred Street is a cobbled street running between the High Street to the north and the junction with Blue Boar Street and Bear Lane at the southern end, in central Oxford, England. To the south is Christ Church, one of Oxford University's historic colleges.
The Bear is a historic public house located on the west sideRead more
of Alfred Street at the southern end. A unique feature is a large collection of ties displayed on its walls and ceiling.
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Where is Oxford located?
Oxford is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.7522 latitude, -1.2560 longitude.
What is the population of Oxford?
Oxford has a population of approximately 162,100 people, making it a city in United Kingdom.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 162,100
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.7522, -1.2560
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Oxford
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Bicester Heritage
A former RAF bomber station transformed into the UK's hub for historic motoring excellence with specialist workshops and regular Scramble events.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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Burford
A Cotswold wool town whose broad high street drops steeply to a medieval bridge over the Windrush.
27 km · about 30 min drive
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Bourton-on-the-Water
Picturesque Cotswolds village known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' for its elegant low bridges spanning the River Windrush.
37 km · about 45 min drive
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Stow-on-the-Wold
The highest Cotswold town, famed for its ancient market square and the yew-flanked north door of St Edward's Church.
38 km · about 45 min drive
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The Silverstone Experience
Immersive museum at the home of British motorsport telling the story of the past, present, and future of racing.
39 km · about 45 min drive
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Upper and Lower Slaughter
Two exceptionally unspoilt Cotswold villages linked by a mile-long riverside path along the River Eye.
39 km · about 45 min drive
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Bibury
Charming Cotswolds village famously described by William Morris as the most beautiful village in England, home to the iconic Arlington Row.
40 km · about 45 min drive
Driving roads near Oxford
7 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 55 kmCleeve HillThe highest point of the Cotswolds at 330 m, an open common above Cheltenham with views to the Malverns and Wales.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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