Step inside and do 1,000 years of time... Oxford Castle & Prison is a visitor attraction and an ancient heritage site, with a past stretching back 100 decades.
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Mar 3, 2025
Matt took our group up the tower, down into the crypt and into the prison cells. He told us several tales of woe and some with happy endings. There was an opportunity to have your mugshot taken. The…Full review by annaread5
Feb 23, 2025
We came to Oxford mainly to go to the prison and do the guided tour.Willow was our guide who was very well spoken and knowledgeable about the prison and it's history.There is 101 steps to climb up a …Full review by paulrN6057MT
Feb 23, 2025
Great tour. Anne was extremely informative and made the visit worthwhile. Lots of opportunities to ask questions and you’re very interactive.Full review by mumtomrtumnus
The main tower isn’t accessible for (I think) under 5’s. It’s also got a lot of steps in a tight spiral staircase. If any of your party can’t go up the tower then they put a video on downstairs …
The main tower isn’t accessible for (I think) under 5’s. It’s also got a lot of steps in a tight spiral staircase. If any of your party can’t go up the tower then they put a video on downstairs for you to watch
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How long is the guided tour?
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The guided tour lasts approx. 50 minutes. After your tour, you will be able to explore the exhibition and prison at your own leisure. We would recommend...
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