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Deddington Castle survives as extensive grassy earthworks on the edge of an Oxfordshire village, once a power base of Odo of Bayeux, William the Conqueror's half-brother. The Norman fortress developed from a motte-and-bailey castle into a stone enclosure, although none of its masonry is visible above ground today. What remains is its scale: substantial banks surround the former bailey, rising to fifteen metres in places and giving a sense of how strongly the site was defended. Visitors are divided mainly by their expectations, with history enthusiasts enjoying the earthworks while others arrive expecting towers or ruined buildings. Treat it as a short outdoor visit and take time to read the interpretation before exploring the slopes. The entrance is between pillars on Castle Street near Hopcraft Lane; keep it clear and follow local parking restrictions. Dogs on leads are welcome, and the village provides places to eat afterwards.
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- EarthworksDaylight hours
Opening times may change at short notice.
Open at reasonable times during daylight hours.
Uneven and sloping grass earthworks; no surviving above-ground stone buildings. Village facilities are separate.
Free admission for everyone; membership is not required. Parking and transport are separate.
Dogs at the location: Allowed with restrictions. Dogs on leads are welcome at the site.
Dog walks in the grounds: Allowed with restrictions. Dogs on leads may accompany a visit around the accessible grounds; entry is free.
Leads: Keep dogs on leads.
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Free entry for everyone
Entry
Free for everyone
Pricing details
Free admission for everyone; membership is not required. Parking and transport are separate.
ParkingNo car park
Arrive on foot, by bike or by public transport.
Parking details
The entrance is between pillars on Castle Street close to Hopcraft Lane. The pin marks that street approach. Use legal village parking, obey restrictions and keep the gateway clear.
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