Oxford for Slytherins: The Best Five Things To Do
A guide for Slytherins who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
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Oxford has been a prominent setting in both literature and movies for many years. In fact, its stunning architecture, rich history, and academic atmosphere have made it an attractive backdrop for various works of fiction and cinema, including The Golden Compass, His Dark Materials, Good Omens, and A Discovery of Witches.
In this section, I invite you to explore literature landmarks and filming locations in Oxford and its surrounding areas. Delve into the world of Harry Potter, Tolkien, Lewis, Carrol, and many more.
Oxford’s timeless charm, academic aura, and architectural beauty continue to captivate both writers and filmmakers, making it a frequent and captivating setting in literature and cinema. To make things a little easier to explore, I’ve turned each of them into a separate article with images, maps, and how to visit these famous locations.
A guide for Slytherins who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
Remember the scene where Mad-Eye Moody turns Malfoy into a cute white ferret? This famous tree can be found in Oxford’s New College.
A thorough guide explaining how to visit the Warner Bros Studios (where the Harry Potter movies were filmed) from Oxford.
Lacock Abbey was a major filming location for the Harry Potter movies. Here’s everything you need to see and how to get there from Oxford.
There are several excellent books that take place in Oxford and its surroundings. Here are my favourite picks and why you should read them.
Discover Oxford’s formative role in Pullman and how the city inspired the fictional setting of Jordan College in His Dark Materials.
Delve into the heart of one of the most iconic detective series set against the backdrop of the historic city of Oxford.
A detailed guide to visiting Harry Potter’s Hospital Wing or Infirmary, Oxford. Opening times, tickets, and all the must-see details.
A guide for Gryffindors who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
Many movies and TV series were filmed in Oxford. Explore the list of films, the locations used, and how you can visit them today.
A detailed guide to visiting Harry Potter’s Staircase in Christ Church, Oxford. Tickets, opening times, and all the must-see details.
C. S. Lewis attended Oxford University in 1917. Find out more about his work and his relationship and rivalry with Tolkien.
A guide for Ravenclaws who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
A guide for Hufflepuffs who want to experience Oxford in their own way. Here are the top things this Hogwarts house might enjoy and why.
The celebrated playwright, poet, and novelist attended Oxford University. Explore the historic sites that shaped Wilde’s academic years.
Discover all the Oxford places mentioned in the Discovery of Witches books, as well as filming locations used for the hit TV series.
The ultimate guide about Alice in Wonderland locations at Oxford, including Lewis Carroll’s favourite spots and the places that inspired him.
From J.R.R. Tolkien to C.S. Lewis, explore the rich literary legacy of Oxford’s famed Inklings group in this detailed article.
A detailed guide to visiting Harry Potter’s The Great Hall in Christ Church, Oxford. Opening times, tickets, and all the must-see details.
Tolkien, creator of the Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, taught English Language at Merton College in Oxford.
A lot of Harry Potter scenes were filmed in Oxford. Explore the exact locations, what they were used for, and how to visit them.
Our collection of articles with ideas for things to do and see, the history of this incredible city, the University, its museums, literature and movie inspirations, filming locations, and much more.
Are you curious about how rowing works in Oxford? Here are all the essentials about this quintessential Oxfordian activity.
Many people that visit the city of Oxford want to also see its colleges. Luckily, most of them have open doors! Learn how to visit them here.
Oxford students are generally allowed to work, but there are some restrictions and guidelines they must follow. Here’s what they say.
The Oxford Half Marathon draws runners from across the country to take on the scenic 13.1-mile route through Oxford’s historic streets.
Do you think you know all Oxford has to offer? I bet you haven’t seen all these secret spots and hidden nooks in the city.
Oxford, with its rich history and ancient architecture, has accumulated a myriad of ghost stories and tales of the supernatural. Here are 5.
Oxford University interviews are a crucial component of the admissions process. Here’s what you need to know about them.
A detailed guide to help you get into Oxford. The grades you need, how hard it really is, and everything you need to apply to the University.
If you’re visiting Oxford and like history, you should definitely consider visiting this 3,000-year-old white horse hill figure in Uffington!
The Phantom Cavalier of St. John’s College is a spectral figure steeped in the rich tapestry of Oxford University’s history and folklore.