Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies
Marston Road, Marston, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0EE
The Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies is an institution for the advanced study of Islam and the Muslim world founded in 1985 and located in its iconic building on Marston Road first occupied in 2016/17. The Gardens are open for self-guided tours to see the King Charles III Garden laid out in a mix of traditional Islamic style and wildflower meadow along with small pre-booked tours of the building with its mix of traditional Oxford College and Islamic influence, including the Mosque and Library.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1000-1500 (last arrivals) | Fully booked
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1000-1500 (last arrivals)
Location & directions
Marston Road, Marston, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 0EE
- Contact on day:
- Anna Clark
- Telephone number:
- +441865242918
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Booking required for guided tours of the centre. Key areas covered will include: the Main Entrance, Quad, Auditorium, Mosque, Oman Hall, Library, and Gardens. Tour times: 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:30 PM.Each time slot will accommodate 2 parallel groups, with a maximum of 20 people per group, running 3 times daily on each day of the event. An Eventbrite booking link will be available from 26th August.
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/oxford-open-doors-oxford-centre-for-islamic-studies-tickets-1555630014249?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Booking opens:
- 26 Aug 2025 09:00 AM
Accessibility details
Ramps, lifts.
Additional information
The Centre will open the King Charles III Garden to visitors from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM for self-guided walks.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 20
