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Oxford Castle Unlocked

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Cost: £7.50; concessions £6.20; under 15s £5.35

Hours: Daily 10am-5.30pm

Built in 1071 for William the Conqueror, Oxford Castle was once a royal residence, a centre for justice and then a prison, up until 1996. The castle's dark history of violence, executions and escapes is now revealed to visitors.

Early on in the castle's prison days, Oxford University's 'rebellious scholars' were locked up. Over the centuries it became notorious for its appalling conditions, with some inmates forced to drink their own urine while those that passed away were left to rot among the living!

Visitors to Oxford Castle Unlocked walk through centuries of history during their tour through the grounds. Enjoy sweeping views of Oxford from the Saxon St George's Tower.

Oxford Castle

44-46 Oxford Castle OX1 1AY
+44 (0) 1865 260666

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Godstow Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 8AL United Kingdom

Tel: 01865 489988
Fax: 01865 489952

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Up to two Children aged 5 and under stay and eat free.
Up to two Children aged 6-15 sharing a room with two adults stay free; you'll just need to pay for their meals (and breakfast).
Children aged 6-15 in their own room are each charged 50% of the adult rate.
Designated family rooms may carry a supplement, please ask at the time of booking.
Children under 16 can either eat from the children's menu, or choose half portions from the adult menu and pay half the adult menu price.
Should you require a cot, please ask at the time of booking.

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