Broughton Castle
Oxfordshire, England
Photo: Dave_S., CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Gallery: Dave_S., CC BY 2.0 · Dave_S., CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Operator
- Lord Saye and Sele family
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Limited tour days
- Nearest station
- Banbury, 3.0 miles (straight-line)
- Note
- Fortified moated manor; limited summer opening
Pinpoint
Broughton Castle, Banbury OX15 5EB
Telephone 01295 276070
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 1:30 – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 1:30 – 5:00 PM |
A fortified, moated manor house near Banbury, home to the Fiennes family - Lords Saye and Sele - for nearly 600 years, with opening limited to select days over summer. The rooms hold a substantial art collection, and you can go up onto the roof, which reviewers rate as one of the visit's highlights.
At a glance
Worth the trip
The roof access, paired with the cream tea afterwards, which reviewers repeatedly say they'd happily come back just for.
Before you go
Opening is seasonal and limited, so check dates before planning a trip; park at the church car park for the toilet facilities, then it's a short walk to the castle entrance.
What visitors say
Broughton Castle reviews · 4.7 / 5 across 763 Google reviews
Reviewers consistently praise the fortified manor house and its gardens together with the cafe's cream tea, and knowledgeable, friendly guides are mentioned more than once.
Several note the limited opening days and times, so checking ahead is worthwhile, but there's no real criticism beyond that.
“Lovely house and small compact garden nicely maintained.”- Jason Flanagan, visitor review
Within reach of Birmingham (37 miles) - see what else is nearby.
History
Sir John de Broughton
Fortified manor established around 1300, the house served as a stronghold for the Fiennes family for six centuries. It gained prominence in the 1640s when used as a meeting place by opponents of King Charles I, leading to siege damage after the Battle of Edgehill.
Drawn from Lord Saye and Sele family's own page.
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “Fantastic castle / fortified manor house just outside Banbury there are toilet facilites in the carpark where the church car park is.” - Mark Newlands
- Facilities
- “Nice cafe and reasonably priced.” - Jason Flanagan
Common questions about Broughton Castle
Where is Broughton Castle?
Broughton Castle is in Oxfordshire, England, at Broughton Castle, Banbury OX15 5EB.
How do you visit Broughton Castle?
Broughton Castle opens on limited tour days rather than every day, and is looked after by Lord Saye and Sele family. Because the dates are restricted, check the official site and book ahead before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Broughton Castle?
The roof access, paired with the cream tea afterwards, which reviewers repeatedly say they'd happily come back just for.
Is Broughton Castle a ruin or still intact?
Broughton Castle is largely intact - Fortified moated manor; limited summer opening.
