The Oxford Castle

Antigua prisión de Oxford que hoy es puta explotación comercial, tiene tienda propia, bar con terraza… Y dentro tiene lugar la atracción principal, que es una visita con actores que escenifican la historia del castillo.
Mi anécdota es que perdí a unos amigos por la zona y creí que habían entrado al castillo por una puerta trasera, así que entré por allí para buscarlos. Me encontré con el comienzo de una visita guiada, nadie se percató de que yo no había pagado por entrar (y la entrada es cara para la moderada importancia que tiene como monumento el castillo). Al salir descubrí que mis amigos estaban fuera. Así que ya sabéis, si entráis por detrás os ahorráis pasar por caja.

Oxford castle has really entertaining tours, highly recommended for everyone! When you buy your ticket not only you get the tour but you get access to the mound as well (which has a 12^th century well). The tour guides are very entertaining and always stay in character. You learn a lot about the castle and it’s history! Be prepared to climb a lot of steps so wear comfy shoes.

A tour of the historic Oxford Castle is made all the more enjoyable when there’s a delicious meal to follow it. A variety of restaurants offer everything from tapas to Italian. Throughout the summer a series of plays are performed in the grounds by the Creation Theatre Company, and in the winter there is a small ice rink. Our Oxford team love the Castle Complex and include in their top venues in the area.

A recent development, Oxford castle is home to some expensive (and rather posh) restaraunts, a Malmaison hotel, an outdoor theatre in the summers and a Krispy Kreme! The atmosphere is lovely in the summer as you can wander between different parts of the castle to go the various restaraunts. Be prepared to pay for the privilege!

The Oxford Castle is one of those museums that is totally intriguing. Nobody can possibly be bored here! I’ve recommended and/​or taken dozens of people to this place and the feedback was consistently astounding. You won’t be disappointed! Give yourself ample time to enjoy it. It should take you at least an hour if you’re really rushing through but regardless of how much time you have you’re likely to regret that you didn’t have more time. The facility has a colourful history that included regal use once upon a time, and utilization as a prison facility more recently. The tour is well worth while and combines guides dressed as gaol wardens and automated audio guides that let you go at your own pace. You begin at the crypts underground and see where dead bodies and food — were stored to take advantage of the cellar chill that enhanced their preservation. On the tour you are introduced to some of the notable residents including inmates and officials associated with the prison over the years and become acquainted with the facility and its history. The treat at the end make sure you don’t miss it is a climb up many steps on a narrow spiraling staircase to the tower where you can enjoy an outdoor birds-​eye view of Oxford and its sea of spires. Have your camera ready! And watch out for the ghost of Matilda while you’re in the stairwell!

The Oxford Castle which is older than ten centuries old is the hearbeat of Oxford University. Previously a Royal Castle serving the Thames Valley, the castle has a real old school vibe attached to it. Being a tourist hotspot food, drink and entrance fees tend to be expensive… The Castle has lots to offer in the form of art, history, dining and shopping. The Oxford Castle is Oxford’s Eiffel Tower and must be seen!