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  • 27th - 31st Oct 2026
  • 6:30pm - 11:00pm
  • Admission: £21 | Halloween Night: £23
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Suggested for ages 14+

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Some spirits are too stubborn to stay locked up! Go behind bars after dark and uncover the legends and lingering spirits that still haunt Oxford Castle Prison.

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About this Event

Break out of visiting hours and explore the castle after dark. Hear real stories, local folklore and ghostly encounters connected to Oxford Castle Prison.

Journey through atmospheric spaces as history and the paranormal intertwine. Along the way, expect eerie moments, unexpected surprises and a few laughs from your guide as you uncover Oxford's haunting past.

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What to Expect

  • Go behind bars after dark at Oxford Castle Prison.
  • Access punishment cells and historic spaces not usually open to visitors.
  • Experience a darker atmosphere of the prison after lock-up.
  • Take home a souvenir haunted portrait, available to purchase after your tour.
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Plan Your Visit

  • Duration: Approximately 60 minutes.
  • Recommended for ages 14+. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
  • This event does not include the daily guided tour or access to St George's Tower and the Mound.
  • Please note that this experience includes both indoor and outdoor areas.
  • Comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is ages 14+, though younger children who are interested are welcome at an adults discression. Under 16s will need to be accompanied by an adult to attend. 

Each tour lasts approximately 60 minutes.

Yes. All children below the age of 16 must attend with an adult aged 18 or above.

No. The event is a separate ticketed activity and does not include the guided tour, access to the mound or St George’s Tower. 

No, a general admission ticket is not required for the event.

Yes, spaces are limited and sessions regularly sell out. We strongly recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

Please aim to arrive around 10 minutes before your session time so the activity can begin promptly, and you do not miss any part of the experience. If you arrive more than 10 minutes late, entry may not be possible, and refunds cannot be guaranteed. If you think you may be late, please contact us as soon as possible.

If you need to cancel or change your booking, please contact us at info@oxfordcastleprison.co.uk or call 01865 260663 as soon as possible. Changes may be incurred to rebook. Please note that bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the event are non-refundable.

Our guides understand that everyone experiences spooky events differently. If you feel uncomfortable at any point during the tour, you are welcome to leave early. Please inform your guide, who will direct you to the nearest exit and help you leave safely. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer full or partial refunds for guests who choose to leave before the tour ends.

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