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The Radcliffe Camera is an iconic Oxford landmark and a working library, part of the central Bodleian Library complex. It is linked to the Bodleian Old Library by the underground Gladstone Link. The Radcliffe Camera is home to the History Faculty Library (HFL).

RADCLIFFE CAMERA. Oxford’s the most iconic and beautiful landmark. There must be millions of photos of this photogenic and the most iconic of Oxford building’s – a library with more than 250 year history.

One of the most celebrated buildings in Oxford, the Radcliffe Camera was built between 1737 and 1749, and it sits at 140ft tall. Beautiful as the rest of the structure is, it’s the phenomenal dome (the third largest in the UK) that makes the Rad Cam so instantly recognisable in any photo.

The Radcliffe Camera is an architectural marvel that exemplifies the neoclassical style of the 18th century. Built in three main stages externally and two stories internally, it features a circular design with a lanterned dome on an octagonal drum and a balustraded parapet with vases.

Welcome to this brief guide to the History Faculty Library and Radcliffe Camera, situated in Radcliffe Square in the heart of Oxford. This video will provide a guide to entering and exiting the building, our Reading Rooms and collections, the locations of our key facilities, and how to borrow and return items.

Sep 2022. This is a busy place, so you got to be quick on the trigger if you want a picture. The square offers nice pics of the Radcliffe Camera front and back, and the University Church. One can go into the church, but not the Rad Cam. This is a library and not open to tourist visitors.

The Radcliffe Camera (colloquially known as the " Rad Cam " or " The Camera "; from Latin camera, meaning 'room') is a building of the University of Oxford, England, designed by James Gibbs in a Baroque style and built in 1737–49 to house the Radcliffe Science Library.

The Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera and Weston Library are three of Oxford's most iconic libraries, located in the heart of the city. Get exclusive, behind-the-scenes access on a guided library tour , or explore the historic city of Oxford on a walking tour with one of our expert guides.