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The Macbride Sermon 2026
The Macbride Sermon is Hertford College’s annual University Sermon, named after John Macbride, Principal of Magdalen Hall. This year’s preacher is Professor Louise Lawrence of the University of Exeter. John Macbr...
Is Shakespeare Funny? The Trial of Shakespeare
We know Shakespeare can do romance, tragedy and political intrigue, but is he funny? Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation is hosting a one-off, star-studded fundraising event featuring our very own Professor Emma Smith! ...
Celebrating diversity at Hertford in honour of Alain Locke and the centenary of his publication of The New Negro
Join us to celebrate diversity at Hertford in honour of Alain Locke and the centenary of his publication of The New Negro. Readings and musical pieces by Hertford students Extracts from Alain Locke’s book Original ...
‘Petty Men’ / ‘A Celebration of Buzz’ Gala Night
Petty. Adjective. Of little importance. What if Julius Caesar wasn’t set in Rome, but in a dressing room – and Brutus and Cassius were understudies fighting to outshine the show relay? Petty Men tears up Shakespeareâ...
Oxford Ministry for the Future presents The Arctic at the Crossroads
You are cordially invited to attend Oxford Ministry for the Future’s next public discussion The Arctic at the Crossroads with Bathsheba Demuth, Laline Paull and Joanna Kavenna, plus a panel of academics. The event ...
Hertford Society’s Afternoon Tea at The House of Lords
Lord Pannick QC, President of the Hertford Society, has kindly arranged private access to the House of Lords for tea by the Terrace, on Thursday 23 October 2025. The event will comprise of: Welcome Reception in the Cholm...
Hertford College Boat Club Anniversary Lunch
October 2025 marks 150 years since the establishment of Hertford College Boat Club and 50 years of women rowing. Former Boat Club members are invited to join us to celebrate in style with a lunch in College. This will be...
Archaeology Open Day
Step behind the hoardings and see history uncovered! On Saturday 6 September, Hertford’s main site will be open for visitors to view finds discovered by Oxford Archaeology during excavations for the College’s new lib...