The best student bars and clubs in Oxford

Whether it be Oxford University or Oxford Brookes you are officially in the percentage of uni students considered as prestige. And amongst your great academic knowledge, you should also know where Oxford's best student bars and clubs are. 

So to help you be top of the going out class, we have a nice lengthy list that you can study and familiarise yourself with. After a terrible loss like Atik, there are still loads of options that range from underground student-heavy clubs to trendy cocktail bars doused in history; expect some student bars and clubs like no other. 

 

 

Oxford student clubs

 

 

The Bridge

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Where: 6-9 Hythe Bridge St, Oxford, OX1 2EW

First up we have a big contender, and that’s no other than The Bridge Club, a solid favourite among the Oxford student clubs. The Bridge is a classic option, that plays every genre imaginable from garage, rnb, house and more. It’s the prime location in Oxford, especially for students. 

 

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Plush 

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Where: Frewin Court, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX1 3Hz

Plush the button (get it?) If not that's okay because either way, this is an iconic Oxford student club. Not only that it's also a gay club that has more themed nights than you can imagine. From Tequila Tuesdays,  where you can get 5 tequila shots for £10, 3 tequila cream for £5 and 3 coronas for £11.99. Plus with live acts and resident DJs this is not one to miss off your checklist

 

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Glamorous Oxford

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Where: 15 St. Clements Street, Oxford, OX4 1AB

Another Oxford student club to put on your radar is no other than Glamorous. Though the name speaks for itself they also have Kapownd Thursdays, where drinks start from just £1 between 9 pm - 3 am to being open every Wednesday from 6 pm to midnight. What not to find glamorous about it? 

 

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Fever 

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Where: 13-15 Magdalen St, Oxford OX1 3AE

Going down a retro route we have Fever which is only open every Friday and Sunday until 3 am. This Oxford student club is a fan-favourite churning out guilty pleasure club nights that'll have you coming back for more. Plus with their glitterballs, DJs and changing colour dancefloor, it'd be hard to say no, right? 

 

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The Varsity Club

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Where: 9A High St, Oxford OX1 4DB

What’s better than a club with 1 level? A club with 4; and the place to find that is no other than the Varsity Club. With their 4 floors, you can get your fix of cocktails, a nightclub and a rooftop lounge. Open 7 days a week and til 2 on a Saturday this is the ultimatum Oxford student club

 

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Thirst bar

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Where: 7-8 Park End St, Oxford OX1 1HH

A late-night cocktail bar that turns into a vibrant club? What more could you ask for? Located slap bang in the city centre this is an ideal Oxford student club. With live DJs every night, a heated shisha garden and a dance floor you can’t beat it. 

 

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Oxford student bars 

 

 

OXO Bar 

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Where: 48 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQ

Looking to upscale your student nights? OXO Bar is the perfect place with their lavish look out and inside. This cocktail bar is a fan favourite, known for its incredible cocktails, fantastic gin and even better music. This is a solid choice if you're looking for a Oxford student bar with a touch of classy fun. 

 

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The Bullingdon 

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Where: 162 Cowley Rd, Oxford, OX4 1UE

Fancy something a little different, well then get a load of The Bullingdon. Not to confuse it with Oxford’s all-male dining club, THE Bullingdon is Oxford's leading live music venue, popular for dishing out some indie best. With over 135+ years worth of history and many cocktails to choose from, you can get a great mixture of comedy and live music from some leading comedians and DJs.

 

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Love Jericho 

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Where: 30 Walton Street, Oxford, OX2 6AA

Stylish and independent, what more could you ask for Oxford? Love Jericho is a wonder of an Oxford student bar located in the heart of Jericho in Oxford. With wonderfully crafted cocktails that'll guarantee to warm the soul on colder nights; it's the perfect place when you're looking for a little downtime with your uni pals.  

 

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Tap Social Movement

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Where: 27 Curtis Industrial Estate North Hinksey Lane, Oxford, OX2 0LX

When you need a chill space after lectures you can head to the Tap Social Movement, a brewery that grew out of a passion for good beer and social justice. However, what makes this bar even cooler is the fact that it's more than just a brewery; it also offers employment to those released from prison. So enjoy a cold one at one of Oxford's coolest bars. 

 

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Cricketers Arms

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Where: 102 Temple Road, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX4 2EZ

Nothing beats an old-school pub that provides some yummy food and some of the best ales around Oxford. With a pool table, dart boards, and a nice little beer garden, it would only be right to visit during your uni experience. 

 

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The Turf Tavern 

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Where: 4 Bath Pl, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX1 3SU

Labelled as a treasure of a pub in Oxford, the Turf Taven is a haven for Oxford students. The Turf Taven is a historical pub that's located just outside of Oxford's city walls. in the summer they hold a pub quiz that they welcome everyone to join in to win the chance of £100 or 2 bottles then in the winter have a beer festival where you can try all the beer you fancy. No wonder it's an Oxford student bar treasure. 

 

 

 

 

 

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Oxford, for a city with loads of history, there are also a mass amount of student bars and clubs that will leave you with some memorable nights. With a range of bars and clubs under your belt, there is no doubt that you'll be having one hell of a student experience! 

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