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The Grandpont House

The Grandpont House
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Grandpont House, a Grade II* listed building near Folly Bridge in Oxford, is a striking Georgian residence built in 1785 for Sir William Elias Taunton, the city’s Town Clerk and a prominent civic figure. Uniquely set on stone arches over a branch of the River Thames, it has been home to notable residents, including Prince Hassan of Egypt in the 19th century and Queen Victoria’s son, Prince Leopold, during his studies at Christ Church. The house remained in the Taunton family until 1847, when it was acquired by Brasenose College, and has since served a variety of academic and residential purposes. Since 1959, it has operated as a university centre, hosting cultural, educational, and religious activities while providing accommodation for male students. Its riverside gardens and historic architecture make it both a place of learning and a living link to Oxford’s layered past, blending heritage with an enduring role in the city’s intellectual and social life.

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Grandpont House is located on Abingdon Road near Folly Bridge in Oxford (OX1 4LD), nestled between the Hertford College Graduate Centre and Holy Rood Roman Catholic Church. This historic Georgian building dates back to 1785 and serves as a university centre hosting academic, cultural, outreach, and religious activities for students and the wider community. It also provides accommodation primarily for male undergraduate and postgraduate students. Situated near Christ Church Meadows and overlooking a branch of the River Thames, Grandpont House is just a 15-minute walk from Oxford’s central bus and train stations. Its location offers easy access to Oxford’s colleges, libraries, and laboratories, as well as close proximity to the iconic Christ Church College and the tranquil riverside paths, combining historic charm and a vibrant university environment.

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