Your Summer at LMH
Make friends, have fun, and find inspiration in the ‘city of dreaming spires’ with an LMH Summer Programme. Your summer in Oxford is waiting for you!
Make friends, have fun, and find inspiration in the ‘city of dreaming spires’ with an LMH Summer Programme. Your summer in Oxford is waiting for you!
Known as the ‘city of dreaming spires’ after its stunning array of church and college architecture, Oxford has inspired artists, writers, and thinkers for over 900 years, and you too can experience this remarkable city. Here you will find medieval pubs bustling with students and cyclists bouncing along cobbled streets; you will visit beautiful colleges and world-class museums; and you will make friends and have fun as part of a diverse international cohort of students.
Lady Margaret Hall, or ‘LMH’ as it is known to students, will be your home away from home during the programme. Set amongst 12 acres of beautiful grounds around 15 minutes’ walk from the lively city centre, at LMH students can find a haven for quiet study, relax in the peaceful gardens, have a game of croquet with friends, or take a punt along the river.
During your programme, our dedicated, informative and friendly team of Oxford students, “Residential Advisors” (RAs), will be here to help you get to know other students, explore the city, and have an authentic experience of life as an Oxford student belonging both to the lively modern city of Oxford and to the private oasis of the college.
Read on below to find out more about living in Lady Margaret Hall and about the social and cultural programme.
During the whole duration of your programme, you will stay in LMH’s on-site accommodation, usually occupied by our undergraduate students during term time and located with no more than a few minutes’ walking distance to everywhere in the college.
Comfortable, Private Bedrooms
You can choose to stay in an en-suite room with private bathroom or a standard room with a shared bathroom, both of single occupancy. You will be asked to choose your preferred type of rooms in the application form, but the final allocation will be subject to our real-time room availability.
Each room is comfortably furnished and designed to provide a quiet, personal space for rest and study. All rooms include a personal desk, ensuring a space for private study throughout your stay. Bedding and towels are provided, with regular servicing from our Housekeeping team, known as ‘Scouts’. Laundry and drying machines are also available on site, so you can focus on making the most of your Oxford experience.
Dining in a Traditional Oxford Hall
All meals are served in LMH’s grand Deneke Dining Hall, an elegant and welcoming space at the heart of college life. You’ll enjoy three freshly prepared meals each day from Monday to Friday and breakfasts at the weekend, with varied menus catering to a range of dietary requirements. This is also included in the Residential Programme Fees.
Vegetarian and vegan options are always available at meal times, and we are also always happy to cater to any other allergies or dietary requirements, such as halal.
Mealtimes are a chance to unwind, catch up with your friends, group and Student Support Team. On the final evening of the course there is a Graduation Formal Hall, when students dress up in their finest outfits for a special banquet served in the Dining Hall.
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Looking for a summer that blends world-class academics with unforgettable cultural adventures? Our social and cultural programme is packed with fresh experiences designed to immerse students in the true essence of British life and Oxford tradition. A friendly group of Residential Advisers are here to help you get to know other students, explore the city, and have an authentic experience of life as a student at an Oxford college.
Beyond the classroom, students will enjoy an enriching array of activities, from quintessential Oxford pastimes like punting on the River Cherwell and traditional pub quizzes to behind-the-scenes tours of the historic Bodleian Library. Explore the Ashmolean Museum and the History of Science Museum, and get a taste of student life through events hosted by our friendly Residential Advisors – think crazy golf, tenpin bowling, and tea breaks in the sun-dappled gardens.
For those eager to explore beyond Oxford, the LMH Summer Programmes offers a range of carefully curated day trips to some of the UK’s most iconic and historically rich cities. In London, you can discover world-famous landmarks such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the British Museum, while soaking in the vibrant energy of the capital. A visit to Bath reveals stunning Georgian architecture and the ancient Roman Baths, offering a unique blend of elegance and antiquity. While in Cambridge, you will explore one of Oxford’s sister universities, with guided tours of its picturesque colleges, punting along the River Cam, and insights into its long-standing academic traditions.
What sets LMH apart is the atmosphere – vibrant, inclusive, and inspiring. Nestled within one of Oxford’s most beautiful colleges, students from around the world come together to form a unique and supportive community. Whether you're soaking in centuries of history or chatting over scones and jam, every moment is a chance to connect, learn, and grow.
This is more than just an average summer school – it’s a true British and Oxford experience. Come and discover Oxford as you’ve never seen it before.