• Oxford Castle is a large, partly ruined medieval castle on the western side of central Oxford in Oxfordshire, England.
  • Come and visit Oxford Castle and Prison to explore 1,000 years of Oxford city's fascinating and ancient history.
  • Known as Oxford’s ‘Oldest New Quarter’, Oxford Castle has an impressive history and its prison spans over ten centuries.
  • “For a medieval feast for the senses, Oxford Castle and Prison is a hidden gem. The ambiance of the castle courtyard set the stage for a banquet fit for royalty.
  • Are you ready to discover Oxford Castle, a historical structure waiting to be explored, notable for its walls and defense systems that carry the traces of history?
  • A Guided Tour of Oxford Castle. Led by one of our costumed character guides, the rich history of Oxford and the castle is revealed as you…
  • Oxford Castle and Prison is easily accessible by both road and rail. The Castle is situated just a short five minute walk away from the train and coach station.
  • A partly-ruined medieval castle built for William the Conqueror in 1071, Oxford Castle transformed into a prison after the English Civil War.
  • Key figures, such as the legendary Empress Matilda and infamous Oxford Gaol prisoners, have contributed to the intriguing tales that still echo within the castle walls.
  • Your way to Oxford Castle passes through a water area that you can pass by riding on one of the boats designated for this purpose, which gives you a really...