BaxterStorey increases hospitality offer at St Cross College, Oxford


BaxterStorey has increased its hospitality offer at St Cross College, Oxford as part of the opening of its new West Wing building. The new extension will see BaxterStorey providing fine dining seasonal menus for private hire and college led events, made with fresh locally sourced produce from Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas.

The West Wing provides extensive lecture, conference and meeting facilities with space for large functions and weddings, all catered for by BaxterStorey. Officially opened in May 2017, it is now fully open for public use and available for private hire.

BaxterStorey already provides hospitality services at the college including nightly dinners for up to 120 students, Fellows, college staff & external clients in the main hall. Bespoke menus are designed to provide an array of nutritionally balanced healthy meals made from ingredients known to help sustain productivity.

John Bennett, Chief Executive at BaxterStorey, said: “We are delighted to have the opportunity to continue to work closely with St Cross College, Oxford to increase our offer for private hire and college led functions. The West Wing provides an excellent location for events with its striking facade and large windows that flood the space with natural light, it’s a really impressive building.

“Having held a great working relationship with the college since 1998 we remain passionate about the difference our food, service and approach can make to visitors, staff and students.”

Suzy Hodge, Domestic Bursar of St Cross College, said: “We have an excellent working relationship with BaxterStorey who respond quickly and sensitively to our requirements. We have always been impressed with BaxterStorey’s hospitality offering and are pleased to have them on board in our new West Wing building.”