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Lincoln College

Oxford

10 story sections44 min 09 s in all

college of the University of Oxford

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10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Lincoln College, Oxford4:45

    Welcome to Lincoln College, one of the more historic and profoundly intimate academic institutions nestled within the ancient university city of Oxford. I am delighted to be your guide through these storied quads and halls today. …

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  2. 2The First Quadrangle and Porter's Lodge4:49

    Having crossed the threshold, we now find ourselves standing firmly within the historic embrace of the First Quadrangle. This is the oldest operational heart of the college, where the traditional Oxford collegiate layout is…

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  3. 3The Formal Dining Hall4:45

    We step now into the magnificent Dining Hall, a space that serves as the grand theater of our collegiate life. The sensory shift is immediate and striking. …

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  4. 4Deep Hall: The Subterranean College Bar4:15

    Descending the stairs from the grand dining space above, we enter an entirely different, yet equally vital, domain of the college. Welcome to Deep Hall, universally and affectionately known among the student body simply as…

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  5. 5Grove Quad: The Summer Heart of College4:06

    Emerging from the subterranean depths of Deep Hall, we find ourselves stepping into the refreshing, open expanse of the second of our three main quadrangles. This beautiful space is officially known as Grove Quad. …

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  6. 6The Berrow Foundation Building4:25

    We now transition from the ancient exterior stones of Grove Quad into the distinctly more modern interior of the Berrow Foundation Building. This structure stands as a testament to Lincoln College's commitment to continuously…

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  7. 7The Middle Common Room (MCR)4:24

    Welcome to the Middle Common Room, universally referred to by its acronym, the MCR. This space is the dedicated sanctuary and social headquarters for the graduate students of Lincoln College. …

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  8. 8Chapel Quad and Pastoral Care4:30

    We now step into the serene environs of Chapel Quad. This constitutes the third and final of our main quadrangles at Lincoln College. …

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  9. 9The College Library: A Dreaming Spire4:21

    For our final stop within the college walls, we arrive at what is arguably the most breathtaking and academically vital space of all: the Lincoln College Library. Even from the exterior, the building commands absolute awe. …

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  10. 10Closing3:49

    As we walk back toward the Porter's Lodge, preparing to step out of the college and return to the bustling reality of Turl Street, I hope you have gained a deep appreciation for the unique ecosystem that is Lincoln College. We…

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What is Lincoln College?

Lincoln 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.

Key facts
LocationOxford
TypeHeritage
Story sections10
Total length44 min 09 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates51.7533, -1.2559
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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