The remains of a moated manorial site, probably a fortified house. All that remains is the moat, partly water filled with an outer bank, which encloses a rectangular central area where the house would have been. This castle lay S. of Reading, near Shinfield, and belonged anciently to the family of de la Beche. In […]
Shirburn Castle
Castle constructed circa 1378 on the site of a moated grange, altered in 1720 and the early 19th century. It is constructed of red brick which is partly rendered, dressed chalk and limestone, and is of three storeys, in a quandrangular plan with rounded corner towers. It was originally of Early Perpendicular style, remodelled in […]
Oxford Castle
The Castle has an exciting visitor attraction ‘Oxford Castle Unlocked’ St George’s Tower is thought to date back to Saxon times, the Tower is a striking survival from the Castle’s heyday. Below ground is the Crypt of St George’s Chapel, with its beautiful Romanesque columns. Oxford Castle was a classic motte and bailey castle and […]
Hanwell Castle
Castellated manor house begun c.1498. Most of the building was demolished in the C18th and the remains used as a farmhouse. The south west tower and south wing survive from 1498. Five ornamental fishponds (probably C18th) are nearby. (Pastscape). Not open. Hanwell lies 3 miles N.W. of Banbury. The Rawlinson MSS. declare that the manor […]
Greys Court
An intimate family home and peaceful estate set in the rolling hills of the Chilterns. This picturesque 16th-century mansion and tranquil gardens were home to the Brunner family until recent years. Reopening in 2010 after two years of closure for conservation work, the house exudes a welcoming atmosphere with a well-stocked kitchen and homely living […]