Oxford Union Society Debating Hall is a Grade II* listed building in the Oxford local planning authority area, England. First listed on 29 January 1968. Debating hall. 1 related planning application.
Oxford Union Society Debating Hall
- WRENN ID
- old-quartz-river
- Grade
- II*
- Local Planning Authority
- Oxford
- Country
- England
- Date first listed
- 29 January 1968
- Type
- Debating hall
- Address
- Oxford Union Society Debating Hall, St Michaels Street, OX1 2DU
- OS grid reference
- SP 511 063
- Coordinates
- 51.75308, -1.25977
- Source
- Historic England listing
Description
The Oxford Union Society Debating Hall, built in 1878 by Sir Alfred Waterhouse, is a Grade II* listed building located on the south side of St Michael's Street in Oxford. Constructed from brick with terra-cotta dressings and enrichments, it features a deep coved eaves cornice. The exterior displays a strong character and is a notable example of Waterhouse's architectural style, which is influenced by Elizabethan design. The building includes 2-light mullion and transom windows. The Union buildings are part of a group, contributing to the overall architectural significance of the area.
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- Sale history — 4 transactions since 2014
- Related listed building consents — 1 application
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- Flood risk assessment
- Radon risk assessment
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