Corpus Christi College
Oxford
college of the University of Oxford
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10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Corpus Christi College3:51
Welcome, travelers and seekers of knowledge, to the hallowed and ancient grounds of Corpus Christi College. I am honored to be your guide through this extraordinary institution, a place where the weight of history is palpable in…
Listen in the app2The Corpus Clock on the Exterior Corner2:45
Begin at the corner of Trumpington and Bene't Street. Here, on the exterior wall of the college, you will encounter one of the most famous and visually striking monuments in the entire city. …
Listen in the app3The Main Entrance Gate and Stone Archways2:50
We now approach the main entrance gate of Corpus Christi College. Leaving behind the lively atmosphere of the town center, you stand before a formidable threshold of ancient stone. …
Listen in the app4The First Courtyard Known as Old Court2:57
Stepping out from the shadow of the entrance gate, you emerge into the breathtaking expanse of the first courtyard, often referred to as Old Court. This is the visual and historical core of Corpus Christi College. …
Listen in the app5The College Chapel3:11
We now direct our attention to the College Chapel, a building of immense historical and spiritual significance. As you approach the heavy wooden doors and step inside, the atmosphere changes instantly. …
Listen in the app6The Historic Dining Hall3:17
Continuing our journey, we arrive at the Dining Hall, which is undeniably the beating, social heart of the college experience at Corpus Christi. Step through the entrance and pause to take in the sheer scale and character of the…
Listen in the app7The Medieval Kitchens and Culinary Refurbishment3:21
Just beyond the grand Dining Hall lie the operational nerve centers of the college, the kitchens. While you may not be able to wander freely through the active cooking areas, understanding their history and recent transformation…
Listen in the app8The Student Common Rooms3:13
We now move away from the formal spaces and arrive at the student common rooms, traditionally known within the university as the Junior Combination Room for undergraduates and the Middle Combination Room for postgraduates. This…
Listen in the app9The College Gardens and Eco-Conscious Pathways3:09
For our final specific location on this detailed walking tour, we step outside into the serene and meticulously maintained College Gardens. After the enclosed, historic architecture of the courtyards and the bustling energy of…
Listen in the app10Closing3:09
As our extensive journey through Corpus Christi College draws to a close, let us pause and reflect on the profound depth of history and human endeavor that we have witnessed today. We began our tour standing before the…
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What is Corpus Christi College?
Corpus Christi College is a place in Oxford with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Oxford |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 10 |
| Total length | 31 min 43 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 51.7509, -1.2537 |
| Last updated |
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