The Divinity School is the oldest teaching and examination room and a masterpiece of late Gothic architecture which was opened in 1488. As well as teaching, the space has been used as the (rather hard) seat of government when King Charles was exiled to Oxford during the Civil War.

The Divinity School tour is the recommended option for wheelchair and buggy users who wish to tour the stair-filled Bodleian. It is a good idea to phone first to make sure it's not closed for a University function. For a unique event venue, it's available for hire, capacity 120 seated - 200 standing.