Broughton Castle, Banbury: Hours, Address, Broughton Castle Reviews: 4.5/5
Broughton Castle
Broughton Castle
4.5
About
A moated fortified manor house, about 2 miles west of Banbury. Built in 1300 and then later added to in 1550, the Castle had strong links with the Parliamentary side in the English Civil War (1642-51). Still a family home, Broughton Castle is lived in by the Fiennes family. Beautiful formal garden and park. Public open days will resume from the beginning of April 2017 (2pm - 5pm Wednesdays and Sundays). We are open for group tours at any time of the year by appointment. We have a recently refurbished tea room offering light lunches and delicious afternoon teas,
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4.5
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Andrew D
Cotswolds, UK42 contributions
Couples
Surrounded by a wide moat, Broughton castle is a pleasant visit for a couple of hours. Though the tour or the castle was signed in each room, unobtrusive guides were on hand to answer questions and share the stories of the castle and its occupants. Outside, the formal gardens and surrounding parkland provide great views of the castle from all angles. A small shop and cafe in the grounds provide inexpensive teas, coffee and cake. Covid management was excellent throughout. Wonderful!
Written August 4, 2021
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Yugneb
Liverpool, UK44 contributions
Visited Broughton castle with a group, we had a private tour. Everyone commented how interesting and beautiful this property is. The tea room was also opened specially for us and I can throughly recommend the cream tea. This property is totally uncommercialised and is well worth a visit.
Written July 7, 2022
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easilypleasedNorfolk
Norfolk62 contributions
Broughton Castle gardens and house are well worth a visit, set within the moat this old fortified manor house is picture post card delightful. We went on a sunny day to make things even better, the gardens although small are well tended with an abundance of annuals and shrubs. The house of which most is open is an historic treasurer trove of 500 years of British history, experienced help is on hand in each of the castle rooms to explain anything and enough signs and labels etc to get a feel of the history. It was very Covid friendly with lots of space between visitors with a reduced amount of people in the castle at any one time, not rushed at all but a short queue to initially get in. There was also a very nice cafe in the castle grounds which served most items you could want, very reasonably priced and friendly helpful staff. Middle of the road price to get into the castle but you can spend several hours there so good value. As a bonus we paid our entrance fee to the Lord of the castle which was different, a hands on approach by the owners.
Written July 25, 2020
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Margaret B
Suffolk, UK3 contributions
A visit to this wonderful house & gardens is a must. We were lucky enough to have a guided tour by the current owner who was charming & informative. The house oozes history & is fascinating, with many interesting artifacts. Apparently, it has featured in several films & TV historical dramas, so we shall be watching those with renewed interest. A light lunch in the cafe after the tour was delicious - altogether this was one of the most interesting places we have ever visited. It was wonderful to learn about one house & family's contribution to English history over so many years.
Written June 21, 2022
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Andy
Banbury, UK8 contributions
Never know what is on your doorstep until you explore, so glad I took the time to spend a few hours in the sunshine.
Helpful and friendly staff complement the history and scenery. The gardens and outside area are beautiful especially the scents as you enter the Ladies Garden from the house.
Unfortunately, the views from the roof were not available because of issues with social distancing on the access stairs to the top.
There are toilets in the main car park, a shop, and a tea room.
Would recommend a couple of hours to have a slow walk around the house, gardens, and grounds.
Helpful and friendly staff complement the history and scenery. The gardens and outside area are beautiful especially the scents as you enter the Ladies Garden from the house.
Unfortunately, the views from the roof were not available because of issues with social distancing on the access stairs to the top.
There are toilets in the main car park, a shop, and a tea room.
Would recommend a couple of hours to have a slow walk around the house, gardens, and grounds.
Written June 18, 2021
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Michael N
Cheadle Hulme, UK4,019 contributions
Good start to our short staycation in Oxfordshire area. Castle does not look that impressive from outside and the grounds/gardens were not that big.
Inside there are some nice rooms to see on the one way system and plenty of info available about items on display.
In some areas the furniture was very modern looking and thus out of place.
Booking restrictions and timings when you are travelling for several hours could be difficult to adhere to.
Inside there are some nice rooms to see on the one way system and plenty of info available about items on display.
In some areas the furniture was very modern looking and thus out of place.
Booking restrictions and timings when you are travelling for several hours could be difficult to adhere to.
Written July 6, 2021
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429Happy
Chichester, UK3,352 contributions
Solo
Just over two miles south west of Banbury lies this quite stunning attraction. You get four in one. The house sits majestically around the picturesque moat containing many interesting artefacts. The walled garden is a place of much colour and peace. Both are contained in the splendour of the rolling English Countryside. Finally on the way out make a special visit to the Grade 1 Church .
What a splendid visit to be had.
What a splendid visit to be had.
Written July 1, 2021
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FinediningAmber
Salisbury, UK120 contributions
Spent a very pleasant, sunny afternoon at Broughton Castle yesterday. Fabulous place, steeped in history. The castle is well maintained and all the staff very friendly and approachable. Even family members mingled with visitors and staff alike, they too were welcoming and friendly and happy to answer questions about the castle and some of it's interesting decorative details.
After visiting the Castle, we enjoyed a walk through the beautiful gardens and strolled by the moat and into the fields beyond. English countryside in all it's glory! We also had tea and cake in a lovely tea room which had ample room for indoor and outdoor seating, all socially distanced of course.
Tickets were on a timed basis to limit numbers but once inside the Castle, you were able to wander around the rooms at your leisure. There was no rushing you through as has been our experience at other places. Photography (no flash) is also permitted. Wonderful way to spend an afternoon and hope to return with family later in the summer.
After visiting the Castle, we enjoyed a walk through the beautiful gardens and strolled by the moat and into the fields beyond. English countryside in all it's glory! We also had tea and cake in a lovely tea room which had ample room for indoor and outdoor seating, all socially distanced of course.
Tickets were on a timed basis to limit numbers but once inside the Castle, you were able to wander around the rooms at your leisure. There was no rushing you through as has been our experience at other places. Photography (no flash) is also permitted. Wonderful way to spend an afternoon and hope to return with family later in the summer.
Written June 7, 2021
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Sarah S
Woking, UK158 contributions
Friends
Looking for a day out on a rainy day in lockdown in the area was proving a challenge- so we were lucky to find this gorgeous house near to where we were staying near Banbury. It’s only open on Wednesday and Sunday (and Bank Holidays) and definitely worth a visit. Highlights were the hand painted wallpaper in two of the bedrooms. The family had connections to Oliver Cromwell and Charles I & II so plenty of interesting history. Lovely grounds and cafe too.
Written August 23, 2020
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Wyn G
Leamington Spa, UK310 contributions
This castle has a very homely feel as it is still lived in by the family as it has been for centuries. The current senior member will be 100 in September. There are some beautiful rooms to see with portraits and historic wallpaper. You can relax in the gardens after touring the house.
Written July 30, 2020
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Susie L
38 contributions
Is it accessible for wheelchair users?
MartinFiennes
Broughton, UK8 contributions
To a degree. The gardens are all accessible by wheelchair, so too two of the three rooms on the ground floor - the Great Hall and Dining Room (one step between them). I'm afraid the restrictions caused by being in a 1300 and 1550 house prevent us from doing much more.
All the toilet facilities, including the Disabled Toilet are in the car park.
BJS4
Pasadena, CA3 contributions
I'm actually a Broughton descendant and will be visiting the castle. Any must sees in the area that you could suggest?
Martin F
1 contribution
Hi - if I had a couple of days in the area I'd also aim to see Rousham, Canons Ashby, Chasleton, the gardens at Broughton Grange (only on Wednesdays) and Romeo & Juliet at the RSC in Stratford-upon-Avon. All within c. 15 miles. Those would make for a great couple of days! Have a good trip
Violetelizabeth80
WEst Midlands
Hi, Violetelizabeth80. What would you like to know about this attraction?
DubaiDesertChick
Dubai UAE5 contributions
We are visiting from Dubai & would love to show our 4 year old twins some of their English heritage. We will be with their grandparents & looking after my sister in law's well behaved small Tsang apso dog. Is the house suitable for dogs ( inside or just the grounds/tea rooms) & children? It looks beautiful! Many thanks, Hannah
MartinFiennes
Broughton, UK8 contributions
V suitable for dogs and 4 year-olds! The latter can go inside the house but not the former; lovely garden and park for the dog, and a dog bowl outside the Tea Room.
sweetmelissa9
South of England46 contributions
Hello
My local gardening club is considering a visit. Can you give an estimate of how long it would take to go round the Castle, and then how long to walk around the garden on average? Also, is there a best time to visit the garden - are there some times when it is particularly spectacular?
Regards
Jan
MartinFiennes
Broughton, UK8 contributions
Hello Jan,
private tours of the house take about 1.15 hours; then the garden can be anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour plus. Roses are great late June / early July (maybe especially late June given the last week!). Tea room is nice too! As you probably know we are open 2-5pm, Wed & Sundays through to end September, but also anytime by appointment for private groups, best is to contact Joanna or Sarah - you can get their email address on our website. Hope you can make it! best rgds
Simon Smith
Aylesbury, UK52 contributions
Website appears down,so can you tell me if your still open through October,and entry prices.Many thanks.
MartinFiennes
Broughton, UK8 contributions
Hi Simon
I'm afraid we are close now until next April. The website appears to have gone down after lots of visitors came on during the Antiques Roadshow! Soryy. Next year we are open Sundays and Wednesdays from Aoril to September, and bank holiday Mondays. I hope you will be able to come then.
regards
Martin Fiennes
rollem1111
Doncaster, UK
Hi I am 55 years old and thinking of booking the hotel - I will be with my 15 year old son who likes football, water polo etc can you tell me if these activities are available?
MartinFiennes
Broughton, UK8 contributions
Hello,
I'm afraid we aren't a hotel.
regards
Martin
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Frequently Asked Questions about Broughton Castle
- Broughton Castle is open:
- Sun - Sun 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Wed - Wed 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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