Oxford Castle is steeped in history.  A large, partly ruined Norman medieval castle in central Oxford.

It would once have been a motte and bailey with a moat but this was replaced with stone in the 13th Century.  Oxford Castle played a crucial role in the conflict of the Anarchy.

In the 14th century, the castle was no longer valuable to the military and the site became used as a prison as well as for county administration.

Sadly, most of the existing 12th Century Castle was destroyed during the English Civil War, but by the 18th century the remaining buildings had become Oxford's local prison.  In 1785 a new prison complex was built and expanded in 1876. It then became HM Prison Oxford.

It was King Henry III who turned part of the castle into a prison, specifically for holding troublesome University clerks, and also improved the castle chapel, replacing the older barred windows with stained glass in 1243 and 1246.  <sup id="cite_ref-37" class="reference"></sup>Due to the presence of Beaumont Palace to the north of Oxford, however, the castle never became a royal residence.<sup id="cite_ref-38" class="reference"></sup>

Today, the medieval remains of the castle, including the motte, St George's Tower and the crypt are Grade I listed buildings and a scheduled monument.

There is so much history and most well documented that this is the perfect location for a paranormal investigation.  So, if you like history and are intrigued by the paranormal, this is a great place for you to visit.  Come along and join us for an unforgettable experience.