Pembroke College

Pembroke College is a college of the University of Oxford in central England. The complex includes several courtyards with limestone buildings, modern facilities, and sections of the medieval city wall on its grounds.

King James I founded the college in 1624 using merchant Thomas Tesdale's endowment, converting the former Broadgates Hall into a formal institution. The college expanded considerably in the 20th century through new building projects and the admission of female students from the 1970s.

The name honors the Earl of Pembroke, who joined the king in supporting the foundation and whose family remains connected to the institution. The chapel shows several centuries of architectural styles and continues to host services and concerts.

Visitors can view the chapel and selected areas during opening hours, with access varying depending on the academic calendar and events. The main entrance sits on St Aldate's Street in central Oxford, within walking distance of other colleges and main attractions.

The Rokos Quad opened in 2013 and combines contemporary architecture with classical elements, providing an art gallery, cafe, and educational facilities. The gallery displays rotating exhibitions of contemporary art and offers free access to visitors throughout the year.

Location: Oxford

Inception: 1624

Part of: University of Oxford

Website: http://pmb.ox.ac.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.75000,-1.25778

Latest update: December 13, 2025 16:36