Oxford Castle and Prison
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"Take a guided tour through a thousand years of Oxford history."
Overview
Explore the 1,000 year history of Oxford Castle and Prison. Step back in time with the costumed guided tours and see fascinating stories come to life. Hear the great tales of Empress Matilda or learn about the fate of Mary Blandy, one of the prisons' most famous criminals. Find gorgeous views atop of St. Georges Tower and then descend into the atmospheric candle-lit crypt. Discover all of this and more at one of the oldest buildings in Oxford.
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Location
Oxford Castle and Prison, 44 Oxford Castle Quarter, New Road, OXFORD, Oxfordshire, OX1 1AY
About the area
Located at the heart of England, Oxfordshire enjoys a rich heritage and varied scenery, with Oxford’s elegant streets a highlight for visitors. The landscape encompasses open chalk downland, picturesque rivers and attractive villages, while northwest of Oxfordshire is home to the sleepy backwaters of Abingdon, Wallingford, Wantage, Watlington and Witney that reveal how Oxfordshire’s old towns evolved over the centuries.
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