Oxford Freemen
Welcome to the website of the Freemen of the City of Oxford.
An introduction to the historic organisation of The Freemen of the City of Oxford.
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If you area freeman and want to receive a copy of the Oxford Freeman Journal when it is released, please complete this form with your contact details.
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Godstow Road Car Parking Update
As outlined in the latest Journal, Freemen of Oxford will be exempt from parking charges at Godstow Road car park.
Since the journal went to print, it has been confirmed that parking charges will commence from the 1st October 2024.
If you wish to take advantage of this you should e-mail carparks@oxford.gov.uk under the suggested title “Wolvercote Godstow Road Car Park - Freemen of Oxford Exemption” and inform them of your name, car registration, and the fact you are a Freeman of Oxford. They will then need to verify that you are a Freeman before adding your registration to the list of exemptions. Please wait for acknowledgement before parking!
Common Hall
Notice of Common Hall 2024.pdf14 Oct 2024
We're please to announce that we will be holding Common Hall on Monday 14th October 2024, from 6pm at Oxford Town Hall (arrival from 5:30 pm).
All Freemen of Oxford are encouraged to join and take part. Journal #159 will contain additional details, and this site also has a copy of the Rules for Common Hall .
If you are planning on attending, please contact Bev Humberstone (details included inside the cover of the journal) so that we can have an idea of numbers.
Any nominations for election to the general committee should be presented to the Hon. Secretary (Bev Humberstone) at least 3 days before the start of Common Hall. We recommend doing this as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to become a freeman?
Assuming you qualify (see the Admissions page for more details), instructions for application are available on the Oxford City Council's website.
Where can I read the Oxford Freeman journal?
A copy of each journal published since Autumn 2014 can be found in the online journal archive at https://journal.oxfordfreemen.org.