Posted by Marielle Jung, Wednesday 24th September @ 11:32pm
The History Society’s first event of the semester is quickly approaching - join us for a trip to Oxford Castle on Thursday of week 2 (October 2) at 4:00p.m.!
About Oxford Castle…
‘For the first time in 1000 years, the secrets of Oxford Castle have been Unlocked revealing episodes of violence, executions, great escapes, betrayal and even romance. Walk through these ancient buildings and experience the stories that connect the real people to these extraordinary events.
The walled site has been used as a place of incarceration since 1071, continuing until the closure of HM Prison in 1996. The old buildings have been preserved and are now open to the public revealing a time capsule – allowing the buildings to tell their story.
Experience the austere confines of the 18th-century Debtors’ Tower and Prison D-wing and the dark atmosphere of the 900 year old underground Crypt; marvel at the Mound of the 11th-century motte and bailey castle with vaulted well chamber; climb the Saxon St George’s Tower, now open for the first time in its history, and enjoy its stunning 360° panoramic views over Oxford.
You will also discover the truth behind the Oxford Castle curse (the Black Assize of 1577) when several hundred people died within the space of 5 weeks, of the terrible conditions endured by the prisoners and of great escapes!’
-(http://www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk/home.htm)
The History Society’s first event of the semester is quickly approaching - join us for a trip to Oxford Castle on Thursday of week 2 (October 2) at 4:00p.m.!
About Oxford Castle…
‘For the first time in 1000 years, the secrets of Oxford Castle have been Unlocked revealing episodes of violence, executions, great escapes, betrayal and even romance. Walk through these ancient buildings and experience the stories that connect the real people to these extraordinary events.
The walled site has been used as a place of incarceration since 1071, continuing until the closure of HM Prison in 1996. The old buildings have been preserved and are now open to the public revealing a time capsule – allowing the buildings to tell their story.
Experience the austere confines of the 18th-century Debtors’ Tower and Prison D-wing and the dark atmosphere of the 900 year old underground Crypt; marvel at the Mound of the 11th-century motte and bailey castle with vaulted well chamber; climb the Saxon St George’s Tower, now open for the first time in its history, and enjoy its stunning 360° panoramic views over Oxford.
You will also discover the truth behind the Oxford Castle curse (the Black Assize of 1577) when several hundred people died within the space of 5 weeks, of the terrible conditions endured by the prisoners and of great escapes!’
-(http://www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk/home.htm)
The Details…
- When: Thursday week 2 (October 2) at 4:00p.m. sharp.
- Where: Meet at Oxford Castle
The tour will last about an hour or so and we may very well head to a restaurant/pub after. ;)
- Cost: Members £5.00 / Non-Members £6.20…
Please note: the society’s joining fee is £5.00 annually - so only those who joined at Fresher's Fair September 2008 qualify for the member price. Except lecturers – who are considered honorary members so qualify for the member price. ;)
- Payment Deadline: Monday September 29!
To book your place for the society’s Oxford Castle tour please meet us, Marielle & Shelley, in JB’s (Gipsy Lane) on Monday September 29 (this coming Monday!) at 12:15-1:00p.m. :) I’ll be wearing my green ‘hug me I’m a historian’ shirt for easy identification!
Please bring the attached form filled out and the correct payment (£5.00/£6.20). Cheques made payable to Oxford Brookes Student Union please.
If anyone simply cannot - for the life of them - make it Monday Sep. 29 in-between 12:15-1:00p.m. but would still like to come please email me.
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