Marlborough College

Marlborough College is a boarding school in Marlborough, England, spread over extensive grounds with buildings in the Victorian Gothic style. The campus includes several teaching blocks in red brick, a chapel with tall windows, and residential houses distributed across the site.

The school was founded in 1843 by George Hull Bowers to educate sons of Church of England clergy. Over the course of the 19th century, the institution expanded and opened its doors to a broader student body.

The Memorial Hall displays tributes to 749 former students who served in World War I, hosting regular musical performances and theatrical productions.

Students live in 16 different boarding houses scattered across the grounds. The school year is divided into three terms, and the buildings are generally open to visitors only during organized events.

The Blackett Observatory houses a historical telescope still used for astronomy teaching. Local amateur astronomers can also access the observatory on clear evenings.

Location: Marlborough

Inception: 1843

Address: Marlborough College, Bath Road, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 1PA

Phone: +441672892400

Website: https://marlboroughcollege.org

GPS coordinates: 51.41600,-1.73700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 22:01