Magdalen Tower

Magdalen Tower surrounded by a light sprinking of snow. Magdalen Tower is an iconic presence on Oxford’s High Street. On May morning choirister sing at the top of the tower to bring in the traditional May Day Morning.

Magdalen College Choir perform 7 services a week during term. The current director of the choir is Dr Bill Ives. His proper latin title is Informator Choristarum.

The choir was formed in 1480 and it retains much of its original format in the current form. It represents a long unbroken tradition. It is composed of 16 boy choristers from Magdalen College School (situated the overside of Magdalen Roundabout.

The choir have made numerous recordings and featured on films such as Shadowlands (based on the life of C.S.Lewis)

Magdalen College Choir Services – During Term

• Every evening at 6.00pm (except Tuesdays)
• Every Sunday morning at 11.00am.

It is advisable to arrive early for events on Saturday and Sunday as it is often full.