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Castillo y prisión de Oxford

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Evie
September 23, 2021
When William the Conqueror invaded England and won the Battle of Hastings in 1066, Oxford Castle was marked by the Normans as the ideal place for a motte-and-bailey castle. Norman baron Robert O’Doyly took it upon himself to build this castle. Over time, our site transformed from a castle into a prison. Today, after one millennia, Oxford Castle & Prison is a visitor attraction with a story to tell. GUIDED TOURS OF OXFORD CASTLE Led by one of our costumed guides, the fascinating history of Oxford and its castle will be revealed as you… CLIMB the Saxon St George’s Tower, one of the oldest buildings in Oxford, and enjoy 360° panoramic views of the dreaming spires. DESCEND underground into the 900-year-old crypt, the only surviving remains of St. George’s Chapel. Where it is said, began the education for which Oxford is famed, and where Geoffrey of Monmouth penned the Legends of King Arthur. EXPLORE the austere confines of the 18th century Debtors’ Tower and Prison D-Wing. MARVEL the Mound of the 11th century motte-and-bailey castle.
When William the Conqueror invaded England and won the Battle of Hastings in 1066, Oxford Castle was marked by the Normans as the ideal place for a motte-and-bailey castle. Norman baron Robert O’Doyly took it upon himself to build this castle. Over time, our site transformed from a castle into a pri…
Michelle
April 10, 2019
Remains of a large medieval castle, with tours by costumed guides including the 900-year-old crypt
Edina & Smokey
June 12, 2018
This is the Old Castle Quarter which houses the old Victoria Prison that it now a hotel Malmaison! Great place to stop for a bite to eat or to even soak up the atmosphere. Apparently it is haunted!
Sophie
June 21, 2021
Oxford Castle & Prison A large partly ruined Norman medieval castle alongside the prison that closed in 1996 and redeveloped as a visitor attraction.
Christopher
February 29, 2020
The interactive tours are great!

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44-46 Oxford Castle
Oxford, England