Conference Facilities
The Newman Room laid out for Mass
The Chaplaincy has, over the last thirty years, provided an ideal setting for city-centre conferences, dramatic and musical rehearsals and performances.
The ground floor of the New Building comprises a large Hall (23m x 14m), capable of seating over 300 people, as well as a large lobby area (called the Narthex) that opens out to Rose Place. There are no steps into the building, so it is ideal for disabled access.
The two ends of the Newman Room each have a small balcony and a curtained area for storage. Natural light is provided by roof-lights that can be blacked out using motorised screens, operable from within the room. The Conference Facilities comply with the current fire regulations for public spaces, and the Chaplaincy also possesses a theatre license for public performance.
Additional facilities for use include
* chairs to seat over 300 people
* 20 aluminum tables (6 x 2 ft)
* 15 stage blocks (3 x 3 ft)
* grand piano and organ
* lectern, black and whiteboards
Narthex
The Narthex is a large lobby area, which can be used independently for receptions or exhibitions, as well as by those hiring the Newman Rooms and Meeting Room. A small kitchenette is available for use. Toilets, including those for the disabled, are accessible from the Narthex.
The Meeting Room
The Meeting Room is located on the first floor of the New Building, and is accessible from the staircase in the Narthex. The room is often used for small lectures, classes and exams. It comfortably holds 30-40 people. The room is well lit by windows along Rose Place and possesses all the necessary facilities for teaching; 30 soft back chairs, two tables, lectern and whiteboard.
The Meeting Room
The Library
The Chaplaincy Library is a smaller room, which is used by students for academic study. It may be hired either by groups using the Meeting Roomor when the Meeting Room is not available. The room contains 20 chairs with 6 Library tables.
The Library
Booking Enquiries and further information
Hire Charges
Meeting Room, Library, Narthex £15.00 per hour each
Newman Room + Narthex £350 per day
£200 per half day
£50.00 per hour
There are special rates available for Student Groups
Please call the Administrator for information on the availability of rooms, and terms and conditions of hire. The Administrator may be contacted either by telephone (01865) 276994 or by email cathchap@herald.ox.ac.uk .
