Christ Church is a unique institution: founded in 1546, it is both one of the largest constituent colleges of the University of Oxford and home to Oxford's Cathedral. It has a world-famous Cathedral Choir; maintains collections of books and art of scholarly importance; and is enjoyed by many people as visitors or guests at conferences and summer schools. Christ Church has a fascinating history and many distinguished people have studied here including John Locke, Robert Hooke, John Wesley, Robert Peel, William Gladstone, W.H. Auden, David Dimbleby, Rowan Williams, Richard Curtis and Howard Goodall.