Venues
THE PFLC 2013 Venues
The University of Oxford opens its doors once again to welcome delegates of PFLC 2013 from all over the world. From the tall and majestic spires of historical colleges to sleek and clean modern architecture, we have chosen some of the best venues for the conference. As we finalize our venues more updates will appear on this page.
THE OXFORD UNION
The Oxford Union's Historic Debating Chamber - Venue for PFLC 2012 Opening Session, Keynote Address and Joint Sessions
The Union Chamber - Venue for PFLC 2012 Opening Session, Keynote Address and Joint Sessions
'Give me Freedom or Give me Death' - Malcom X delivering his legendary speech at the Oxford Union (1964)
Johnny Depp at the Oxford Union (2011)
About the Oxford Union
The Union is the world’s most prestigious debating society, with an unparalleled reputation for bringing international guests and speakers to Oxford. It has hosted prominent speakers from almost every field of human endeavour; from Johnny Depp and Boris Becker to Malcom X, Robert Kennedy, three US President (Carter, Nixon and Reagan), Yasser Arafat and Mother Teresa. Several prominent personalities have, during their time at Oxford, served as Presidents of the Oxford including the late Pakistan Prime minister Benazir Bhutto and legendary student leader Tariq Ali.
Founded in 1823, for 186 years the Union has promoted debate and discussion not just in Oxford University, but across the globe. In the words of Michael Heseltine, the Union has “managed to absorb the greatest diversity, the wildest firebrands, the most outspoken and non-conformist people.” Diversity and outspokenness, central to the Union’s foundation, remain its guiding principles to this day.
Simply put, the Union is steeped in history.
Previous Opening Sessions
- Oxford Town Hall – Venue for Opening Sessions in 2010, 2011 and 2012
- Oxford Town Hall – Venue for Opening Sessions in 2010, 2011 and 2012
Previous Keynote Address and Joint Assembly Session
- Oxford County Chamber – Venue for Keynote and Joint Assembly 2011
- Oxford Union Chamber – Venue for Keynote and Joint Assembly 2010 and 2012
Previous Committee Session Venues
- Harris Lecture Theatre, Oriel College
- Oriel College – Oxford’s 5th Oldest College Established in 1326
- The New Rooms, Magdalen College
- Magdalen College – Established in 1458
- Pusey Room, Keble College
- Keble College – Legendary Cricketer Imran Khan’s Alma Matter
- Conference Room, Jesus College
- Jesus College – Established in 1571
- Dorfman Centre – St. Peter’s College
- St. Peter’s College – Established in 1929
- Conference Room, Said Business School
- Said Business School – Oxford’s Business School, founded in 1996
- Vernon Harcourt Room, St. Hilda’s College
- St. Hilda’s College – Until 2008, Oxford’s last females-only College
Delegates’ Accommodation:
- YHA Male Dorm Room
- Youth Hostel (YHA) Oxford – Venue for Delegates’ Accommodation in 2010, 2011 and 2012
More detailed information about delegate accommodation can be found on our Accommodation Page.