Accommodation
The Worcester accommodation is some of the best in the university. Undergraduates can live in college accommodation for three years of their degree, either within the college grounds or less than 300 meters from it. There’s a massive range of different rooms, so everyone’s needs can probably be accommodated. Some rooms have a mini fridge and sink access, once you’ve been assigned your room you can check what access it has by contacting accommodation at the email below.
Some rooms have access to kitchens (with ovens, freezers, hobs etc). If you don’t have the luxury of a kitchen, you will get discounted Hall prices.
For issues directly related to your college room, please email accommodation@worc.ox.ac.uk.
Costs for 2022/2023:
| Building | Grade | Number of Rooms | Cost per Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casson Staircase 24 Beaumont Street 10 Worcester Place Gloucester House Earl Ruskin Lane Wolfson |
6 | 193 | £26.06 |
| Beaumont Street Canal Building |
5 | 94 | £25.04 |
| Nuffield Sainsbury Beaumont Street |
4 | 7 | £22.08 |
| Nuffield Sainsbury 173 Walton Street Mitchell 1 Worcester Street |
3 | 57 | £21.22 |
| Staircases 3-6 Staircase 11 Nuffield 173 Walton Street 1 Worcester Street |
2 | 19 | £16.74 |
| Staircases 1-6 Nuffield |
1 | 10 | £14.45 |
In addition, students will also be liable for charges for utilities at around £136.66 per term.
See here for more details (although the costs there are out of date): https://www.worc.ox.ac.uk/applying/undergraduates/student-life/accommodation
Here’s a breakdown of the college accommodation:
Staircase 24
This is the newest accommodation in Worcester. There are 4 floors and 27 rooms, all with en suites and kitchen access. It is very modern, with a lot of corridor space. This accommodation is currently for 1st years.
Nuffield Building
Nuffield Building overlooks the beautiful Nuffield Lawn. It has 6 large rooms (4 en suite, 2 with shared bathroom facilities). Some rooms have a living room in addition to a bedroom, with arm chairs or sofas. This accommodation is currently for 1st years.
Gloucester House
“G House” has 20 en suite rooms on 2 floors with shared kitchens. It is also opposite the gym. This accommodation is currently for 1st years.
Wolfson (staircases 21-23) and Casson (staircases 17-20) Buildings
Also known as the “Fishbowl”, Wolfson and Casson have 52 en suite rooms, all with kitchen access. They are adjacent to Nuffield Lawn. Casson is known for its large rooms – some even have two floors! Most of the rooms are for 1st years, though some will be allocated to 2nd years.
Linbury Building (Staircases 21-23)
Linbury has 17 en suite rooms, 1 with disabled access, but no kitchens. It is adjacent to Casson building and the laundry facilities. It is currently available to 1st years.
Main Quad (Staircases 1-6)
25 rooms, right in the heart of the college. Some rooms are very high up, but the inconvenience of the climb is balanced by the great view, big rooms, and low cost. There is no kitchen access and shared bathroom facilities. Rooms were built in the 18th century and are available to 1st years.
Staircase 11
Also known as “The Cottages”, Staircase 11 has 5 rooms (one en suite) right above the JCR. There are no kitchen facilities, but this medieval accommodation is right in the centre of college. Currently available for 1st years.
Pump Quad (Staircase 15)
One of the cheapest accommodation available, staircase 15 is in a very good location opposite the bar. There are no kitchen facilities and the bathrooms are shared. Expect some disturbance due to the ongoing renovations. Currently available for 1st years.
Mitchell Building
Located outside of the college, Mitchell Building has 21 rooms all with shared bathroom facilities. It has 2 shared kitchens, and laundry facilities are on site. Currently available for 3rd years.
Nash Building
One of the colleges more modern buildings and located right next to the orchard. Nash Building has 32 en suite rooms, one of which has disabled access. There are 6 shared kitchens. Currently available for 2nd years.
Earl Building
Sometimes referred to as “JTM”, Earl Building has 49 en suite rooms, 3 with disabled access. There are 9 shared kitchens, 3 per floor, and 1 laundry room in the building. Available to 2nd years.
Sainsbury Building
No prizes for guessing who this was named after. Sainsbury building has 28 rooms with shared bathroom facilities and 5 kitchens. There is a laundry room in the building. Available to 2nd and 3rd years.
173 Walton Street
Located outside of college, next to Mitchell Building. There are 4 rooms with shared bathroom facilities and a shared kitchen/lounge area. Available to 3rd years.
1 Worcester Street
First the worst is certainly not the case here. Located outside of college. There are 5 rooms, with shared bathroom facilities and a shared kitchen. Laundry room on site. Available to 3rd years.
10 Worcester Place
Located outside of college and recently renovated. 10 Worcester Place has 7 rooms, all of which are en suite, and 1 shared kitchen and dining room. Available to 3rd years.
Canal Building
Located outside of college. There are 49 en suite rooms, 2 of which have disabled access. Canal Building has 5 shared kitchens and a laundry room on site. Available to 3rd and 4th years.
Beaumont Street (5, 6, 7)
Located outside of college. Ensuite rooms with shared kitchens in a good central location. Available to 3rd and 4th years.