Oxford Castle & Prison
Overview
Oxford Castle is a large, partly ruined medieval castle on the western side of central Oxford in Oxfordshire, England. Most of the original moated, wooden motte and bailey castle was replaced in stone in the late 12th or early 13th century and the castle played an important role in the conflict of the Anarchy.
Contact details
44-46 Oxford Castle Oxford Oxfordshire South East OX1 1AY GB
https://www.oxfordcastleandprison.co.uk/your-visit/access-information/
Access Card notes
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Access guidance
- As a historic site with over 1,000 years of history, we are unable to make the site fully accessible. But we’ll do everything we can to help, D Wing has a lift with tactile and braille controls which allows access to the Crypt and the Exhibition. Please note our lift has a weight capacity of 300kg and can only be operated with the support of a member of staff.The Crypt is made up of uneven cobbles therefore it is strongly recommended to wear sturdy footwear. Some of the prison cells in D Wing have 620-640mm wide doorways, which may not be wide enough for wheelchairs.
- St George’s Tower is only accessible by a spiral staircase made up of 101 uneven steps. This forms approximately 20 minutes of the tour. A video is played for those who do not climb St George’s Tower.
- Accessible toilets are located in the Key Learning Centre opposite the attraction. There is a lift with tactile and braille controls which allows access to the ground floor where the toilets are situated. This lift can only be operated with the support of a member of staff. Please note these toilets are managed by the Oxford Preservation Trust
- Dogs are not allowed in the attraction or on the Castle Mound and unless they are assistance or support dogs. No dogs are allowed up St George’s Tower due to health and safety.
- We welcome one carer free per paying visitor. Kindly bring your carer status ID when visiting. Please be aware that we do not have the available staff resources for physical support during your visit.
- Many areas are dimly lit, and some guests may experience disorientation or claustrophobia.