Oxford University Parks

Oxford University Parks is an extensive grounds with sports fields, walking paths, meadows, and cultivated gardens located on the northeastern side of Oxford. The space accommodates cricket pitches, football fields, and open areas where people can move freely and discover different sections.

The grounds were created in the 1800s to provide recreation space for students and university staff members. Over time they became the main sporting hub for the university's athletic activities.

The grounds bring together university students, athletes, and local visitors who share the same paths and open spaces for daily activities. You will notice how cricket matches, football games, and casual walks happen side by side, creating a space where different groups naturally mix.

The grounds are open to the public during daylight hours with several entrances spread around the perimeter and good connections to Oxford's public transportation. Walking paths are generally accessible to visitors of all abilities throughout the grounds.

The grounds serve as the training facility for Oxford United Football Club while also holding protected status as a Grade II listed garden, making it one of the few places where a professional team trains within a heritage site. This dual purpose shapes how the space looks and functions today.