My favorite places to study that AREN'T the library

With end-of-the-semester deadlines and final exams quickly approaching, it's starting to feel like that time of year...  That time of year when the library is always PACKED with students cramming for tests, finishing up projects, and having group work meetings.  It seems like everyone rushes to find a table first thing in the morning and they don't vacate until the middle of the night, only to do it all over again the next day.  It's nearly impossible to find a quite place to study and get work done.

I personally am not a fan of studying at the library.  It's much too crowded for me, and I always find myself distracted by people-watching or the guy behind me blowing his nose instead of focusing on protein requirements for distances runners (or whatever I'm studying for that day :p ).  No, the library is not for me.

Luckily, I've managed to find a few places around Oxford that provide a perfect environment to be productive.

1. George & Delila's

photo from www.gdcafe.com

I love G and D's.  The staff is always friendly, the coffee is great, and they serve the best bagel sandwiches, made-to-order!  They also have free wifi, making it a great place to come in, grab a cup of coffee and get going on coursework.

photo from www.dailyinfo.co.uk

High Street Cafe is another lovely place that I enjoy going to.  They have a delicious breakfast and lunch menu, cream tea, and their pastries are out of this world.  It's a great, quiet place to sit down and study for final exams.

photo from www.brookes.ac.uk

The Clive Booth Post Graduate Lounge is another great option.  How many times have you sat down with your lap top, noticed it needed charged and couldn't find an outlet?  You won't have that problem at the PG lounge.  The lounge offers lots os space, tables, power outlets and seating for a comfortable study atmosphere.  If you live in the Clive Booth PG Centre, or know someone who does, I definitely recommend you check this place out if you're looking for an alternative study space.