“Formal” Formal Hall: Week 6

Thursday 19 November 2026

18:45 - 21:00, Reuben College Dining Hall 

In a Formal Hall more “formal” that usual, we encourage you to come dressed in your academic gowns to dine with friends and colleagues in our Grade II listed hall. Relax and enjoy a three-course dinner prepared by our award-winning kitchen, with a focus on seasonal ingredients.

Members can invite up to a max of five paying guests.

(Academic gowns encourgaed but not mandatory).

Menu

Starter

Jerusalem Artichoke Velouté, Hazelnut Crumb, Chive Oil, Sourdough Crisp

Main Course (Please select one)

Vegetarian

Charred Hispi Cabbage Wedge, Braised Leeks, Butter Bean Puree, Sea Herbs, Parsley Oil

Meat

Pan-Roasted Coley, Braised Leeks, Butter Bean Puree, Sea Herbs and Parsley Sauce

Dessert

Poached Pear, Walnut Granola & Honey Ice Cream

2026-27 Prices

Reuben Student: £25

Reuben Fellow: Free of charge

Reuben Alumni/Associate Members of Common Room: £30

Student Guest: £28

Non-Student Guest: £30

College Hospitality: Free of charge

Tickets and guest tickets can only be booked by Reuben members and guests must attend the event with a Reuben member. Full terms and conditions can be found here. Please read before booking place at event. 

Photography notice: General photography will take place at this event, consisting of wide crowd shots. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact events@reuben.ox.ac.uk.