Once described as the 'City of Dreaming Spires' by Victorian poet Matthew Arnold, Oxford is known for its beautiful architecture and prestigious university. In Netflix's latest romantic drama, an ambitious and intelligent American fulfils her childhood dream when she's offered a place on a year-long poetry course – but things soon get complicated after she meets the replacement tutor.
The historic University of Oxford campus and wider city is a stunning background for their developing romance, with many iconic landmarks used throughout the film. But it wasn't the only place used for filming...
Where is My Oxford Year filmed?
Filming took place in and around Oxford in autumn 2024, with specific locations including:
- Magdalen College
- St Hugh’s College
- Hertford College
- Merton Street – including the Merton Street Wine Bar
- The Bodleian Library and Duke Humfrey's Library – the Bodleian Library is one of the oldest libraries in Europe and the second-largest in the UK (after the British Library)
- Radcliffe Camera
- Bridge of Sighs and Magdalen Bridge
- The Sheldonian Theatre
- Lancaster House
Filming also took place in The Old Court Art Centre and King Neptune Fish & Chips, both in the royal town of Windsor. The Boat Race scenes were filmed at Hammersmith Bridge, London. The Tudor mansion Hatfield House, in Hertfordshire, was used as Jamie's family home – keen period drama fans will also have spotted it in Bridgerton and Emma.
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Top image: Sofia Carson as Anna and Corey Mylchreest as Jamie in My Oxford Year. Credit: Chris Baker/Netflix
