Experts' Choice Award Magdalen College
What the experts agree on
Founded in 1458, Magdalen stands out for its stunning Gothic architecture, especially the gargoyles adorning the cloisters. The real magic lies in its expansive grounds—40 hectares of lawns, woodlands, and a deer park where you can wander freely
“Founded in 1458, with a handsome main quadrangle and a supremely monastic air, Magdalen (pronounced maud-lin) is one of the most impressive of Oxford's colleges and attracts its most artistic students.”
– Fodor's
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The unforgettable gargoyles on the buttresses of the cloister are a defining feature of the main quad. After looking around you could take time out in the magnificent grounds, where deer roam free." Full review
National Geographic "In the spring you should chase around the deer park at Magdalen College"
Lonely Planet "Magdalen College (pronounced “Maudlin”), where C S Lewis was a fellow, for its 15th-century tower and cloisters"
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