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A mini guide to
Jericho, the Castle and Port Meadow: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Walk to Port Meadow
Port Meadow is open common land beside the Thames. Cattle and horses graze on it, so keep dogs under control and follow local signs.
Eat on Walton Street
Walton Street in Jericho has many restaurants, pubs and cafés in a short stretch. Check each venue's website for opening times.
Visit the castle
Oxford Castle and Prison offers visitor tours of its tower and crypt. Check the castle's own website for times and booking.
Allow time for Binsey and Godstow
Binsey, Godstow and the Trout Inn are a longer walk or short ride north-west of Jericho. Allow extra time and check the pubs' own sites.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Jericho, the Castle and Port Meadow?
Jericho, the Castle and Port Meadow is in Oxford, England. Oxford Castle, the streets of Jericho and the open common of Port Meadow. Nearby stops and stations include Oxford station, Seacourt Park & Ride, Pear Tree and Oxford Parkway Park & Ride.
How long do I need in Jericho, the Castle and Port Meadow?
Half a day, or a full day with Port Meadow. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Oxford Castle and Prison, Worcester College, Radcliffe Observatory. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Oxford station (Great Western Railway and other operators); Seacourt Park & Ride (Park & Ride buses from the west); Pear Tree and Oxford Parkway Park & Ride (Park & Ride buses from the north). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 23 places to eat and drink in and around Jericho, the Castle and Port Meadow, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 8 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Jericho, the Castle and Port Meadow accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Jericho, the Castle and Port Meadow
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
St Sepulchre's Cemetery
Victorian cemetery in Jericho, opened in 1849 and open to the public; the city council maintains it.
Phoenix Picturehouse
Cinema on Walton Street in Jericho.
Port Meadow
Large open meadow beside the River Thames, grazed by horses and cattle, north-west of Jericho.
Oxford
More areas to explore
Radcliffe Square, Broad Street and St Giles
The Radcliffe Camera, the Bodleian and the museums and colleges of the old university centre
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High Street, Magdalen and East Oxford
Colleges along the High Street, Magdalen Bridge and the Botanic Garden, then the shops and restaurants of Cowley Road
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Christ Church, St Aldate's and Folly Bridge
Christ Church and its meadow, the quiet colleges on Merton Street and the river at Folly Bridge
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- St Barnabas Church: Motacilla, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- St Sepulchre's Cemetery: Marathon, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Phoenix Picturehouse: decltype, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Port Meadow: AstacopsisGouldi, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Radcliffe Square, Broad Street and St Giles: Julian Herzog (Website), CC BY 4.0, source
- High Street, Magdalen and East Oxford: Julian Herzog (Website), CC BY 4.0, source
- Christ Church, St Aldate's and Folly Bridge: Andy Li, CC0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits