Oxford Castle

castle in Oxford

#6 in Oxford / #278 in United Kingdom

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Oxford Castle is a partially ruined medieval castle located in Oxford, United Kingdom. Constructed in 1071 by the Norman baron Robert D'Oyly, the castle originally served as a motte-and-bailey fortress. Over the centuries, the site has seen various transformations, from a royal residence to a prison. Significant historical events have unfolded at the site, including its use as a prison for over 800 years until its closure in 1996. Today, the castle is a popular tourist attraction, featuring guided tours that explore its history, including the preserved St. George's Tower, the crypt, and the castle's prison cells.

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