"Broughton Castle" Broughton by evaanna

Broughton Travel Guide: 10 reviews and 22 photos

Broughton Castle is situated just about 4 km south west of Banbury. Built in 1300 by Sir John de Broughton, whose magnificent tomb can be seen in the nearby church, it was sold in 1377 to William Wykeham, Bishop of Winchester, whose nephew married into the Fiennes family, who still own and live in the castle.
The castle incorporates the imposing Gatehouse, the manor house with its beautiful gardens and some outbuildings (former stables?), which now house a cafe. The castle grounds are surrounded by a moat. Just beyond the bridge across it is the parish church of St Mary's, where the bodies of many members of the Fiennes family were entombed.

Last visit to Broughton: Jul 2006
Intro Updated Aug 17, 2006
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Reviews (10)

Hagioscope, Broughton Castle - Broughton

Look inside the family chapel Local Customs (4)

Broughton Castle has its own chapel consecrated in 1337, and with the traceried window, the tiles and the stone altar... more travel advice

Boot warmers, top hat at the back - Broughton

Hot water bottle for your boots Local Customs (4)

If you live in one of those countries where you shudder at the thought of going out into the freezing cold, here is... more travel advice

No cattle please Local Customs (4)

How do you prevent the local farmers' cattle or sheep from trespassing on your beautiful garden? There is no gate to... more travel advice

'Did you call, Ma'am?' Local Customs (4)

We saw these bells in the cafe beside the Gatehouse. You must have seen similar ones in films depicting life of the... more travel advice

Things to Do (6)
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LoriPori Aug 25, 2009 at 8:02 AM

The exterior and interior of the Manor House looks stunning.
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JLBG Oct 8, 2008 at 1:52 PM

Another fine castle! In UK, there are not many French style gardens like Ladies' Garden! Interesting to learn what is a hagioscope, thanks!
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christine.j May 8, 2007 at 10:47 AM

I have never heard of boots warmers, what a great idea!
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matcrazy1 Feb 8, 2007 at 2:59 AM

Interesting castle and beautiful gardens. But I like most your local customs tips. What a great idea with hot water bottle for boots!
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deecat Sep 8, 2006 at 10:45 AM

What a "treat" to read and viiew your Broughton pages. Since my favorites are architecture, history, and gardens...I was delighted. You've done a topnotch job.
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Bwana_Brown Sep 6, 2006 at 4:37 PM

Ewa, a supurb page on Broughton Castle!! I really enjoyed your photos and detailed descriptions of your tour through the Castle and its grounds! My wife & I were in Oxfordshire in Feb/04 but could only gaze in wonder from across the moat.
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Nemorino Sep 1, 2006 at 2:17 AM

Fine castle photos and texts. You're not the only one who doesn't understand cricket!
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uglyscot Aug 24, 2006 at 10:27 AM

The manor house and gardens are very attractive .I once lived in a house that had bellpulls. There was a cattle grid at the top of our peninsula to keep the cattle straying onto the main roadand we had to get off and push our bikes.
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scottishvisitor Aug 19, 2006 at 2:44 AM

Very interesting page on the Manor House = you were lucky to be able to take pictures inside!!
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globetrott Aug 16, 2006 at 4:20 AM

That is a really great Manor House with a beautiful garden, thanks for sharing !