Green Templeton welcomes more than 1,200 visitors during Open Doors 2019
Green Templeton College was happy to welcome more than 1,200 visitors during Oxford Open Doors 2019.
The college welcomed visitors for Open Doors on Sunday 15 September
The college was open to members of the public on Sunday 15 September from 11:00 to 16:00 as part of the annual celebration organised by Oxford Preservation Trust in partnership with the University of Oxford.
More than 1,200 visitors came to college for Open Doors
On a beautifully sunny day, visitors flocked to college for their chance to visit the iconic 18th century Radcliffe Observatory, situated at the heart of our three-acre site.
The Radcliffe Observatory was a popular attraction
They learned about the history of the building, which functioned as a working observatory from 1773 until 1934, and climbed the Tower of the Winds to admire the picturesque views over Oxford.
Visitors were thrilled to view the stunning Tower of the Winds
Visitors also had the opportunity to view the Radcliffe Meteorological Station, located next to the Observatory, which has records dating back to 1767. The station possesses the longest-running record of temperature and rainfall data for a single site in Britain, running continuously from 1813.
The Radcliffe Meteorological Station has records dating back to 1767
James King, a DPhil student in the Climate Research Lab, gave popular talks throughout the day about his role as an Observer, responsible for daily readings and maintaining the weather station’s records.
James King, an Observer, gave fascinating talks during the day
The college’s property at 13 Norham Gardens, a few minutes’ walk from the main college site, was also open to the public during open tours.
13 Norham Gardens was also popular during Open Doors
The beautiful Grade II listed building is the former home of Sir William Osler, Regius Professor of Medicine at the University of Oxford, and is now used as a conference centre and home to the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism.
Osler’s Library at 13 Norham Gardens
Emeritus Fellow Professor Terence Ryan provided popular tours and information about 13 Norham Gardens and Osler’s legacy.
Thank you to everyone who visited us during Open Doors – it was wonderful to see so many people and we look forward to welcoming you back next year!
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Green Templeton College
43 Woodstock Road
Oxford
OX2 6HG
13 Norham Gardens
Oxford
OX2 6PS
Find out more about Green Templeton College
- About Green Templeton College
- History of Green Templeton College
- The Green Templeton College Coat of Arms
- History of 13 Norham Gardens
- History of the Radcliffe Observatory
- Exploring the Eight Winds on the Tower of the Winds
- Signs of the Zodiac at Radcliffe Observatory
- John Radcliffe Statue
- History of the Radcliffe Meteorological Station
- Exploring the link between Green Templeton and astronomy
- History of the Duke of Marlborough Telescope
The Radcliffe Observatory has stood for over 250 years.
But heritage requires care and the building now needs restoration to preserve it for future generations.
Support this work by joining the Radcliffe 100 and the Radcliffe 250.
Find out more via the link in our bio 💫
The college is delighted to share the completion of the south landscaping at the Radcliffe Observatory 🌿
This new shared landscape sits at the heart of the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, made possible by the Stephen A. Schwarzman Foundation.
Work continues on Phase 1 of the Radcliffe Observatory project, including a new main entrance via the East Wing and improved accessibility with step-free access to all entrances.
Three Green Templeton students are heading to one of the world’s most iconic sporting stages 🚣♂️
Congratulations to Julietta Camahort (MSc in Financial Economics, 2025), Louis Corrigan (Clinical Medicine, 2024) and Julian Schoeberl (MSc in Modelling for Global Health, 2025) who have been selected for the Oxford Blues Boats and will face Cambridge this weekend.
Julietta will row for the women’s crew in seat #4, Louis takes the seat as Cox, and Julian joins the men’s crew as the #2 seat.
Wishing them and the Dark Blues the very best of luck 💙
🦖🦴 Major archaeological discovery at the Radcliffe Observatory 🦖🦴
What began as routine landscaping work on the front lawn has taken a rather unexpected turn…
Earlier this week, contractors uncovered what appear to be dinosaur bones.
Initial (very enthusiastic) assessments suggest the remains could belong to a previously unknown species, tentatively named Green Templetonosaurus.
We’ll share further updates as soon as we know more… 🦖
When the researcher becomes the patient.
In this thought-provoking reflection for The Times Magazine, Research Fellow Karl Smith Byrne shares what tackling cancer has taught him both in his work and in his own life.
Diagnosed with rectal cancer at just 27, Karl brings a rare dual perspective to his field, combining research with lived experience to advocate for greater focus on prevention and more patient-centred science.
A compelling insight into resilience and the future of cancer research.
