Oxford Shakespeare Festival FAQsOxford Shakespeare Festival FAQs

WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?

The theatre is open from 7.00pm with the performances starting at 7.30pm.

IS THERE A MEETING POINT?

There isn’t a specific meeting point, just come directly to the castleyard.

HOW MUCH SEATING WILL THERE BE? CAN I BRING MY OWN SEAT?

Each performance has 180 seats that we provide. Bringing your own chairs is not permitted.

Seating is also all non-reserved, so you may sit anywhere you choose.

WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?

We would advise checking the weather beforehand and bringing any appropriate clothing with you (coat, umbrella, blanket etc).

The show will go on unless there is a torrential downpour, whereby a refund will be offered.

For performances of Romeo & Juliet, in the event of bad weather the performance will be transferred to an indoor venue.

 

 

HOW LONG WILL THE WHOLE EVENING LAST?

It varies from performance to performance. Usually, the play will finish at 10.00pm, but sometimes they can overrun.

ARE THERE ANY BREAKS DURING THE PERFORMANCES?

Yes, there is a 30-minute interval in the middle of each performance.

CAN WE BRING OUR OWN FOOD AND DRINK WITH US?

Yes, but no alcohol or glass. Glass is prohibited and if you are found to have it on you, we will confiscate it and return it to you at the end of the performance.

If you would like alcohol during your performance, we do sell alcohol from our Gift Shop during The Oxford Shakespeare Festival.

WILL THERE BE ANY SPARE TICKETS SOLD ON THE DOOR?

Yes, there will be a limited number of tickets available on the door. These will be sold on a first come first serve basis.

For any other questions, please don’t hesitate to email us at info@oxfordcastleandprison.co.uk and we’d be happy to help!

WHAT IS CLASSIFIED AS A 'CONCESSION' TICKET TYPE?

Concession tickets are for children, students with valid ID and 60+

Are there group rates available?

We offer group rates for 15 or more people. Please email us at info@oxfordcastleandprison.co.uk to enquire.

Is there car parking at the castle?

No parking is available on site.

We recommend using one of 5 Oxford Park and Rides which have frequent bus links into the city centre. Seacourt Park and Ride is the closest to the city, however, as that can often get busy (especially on weekends), Redbridge Park and Ride is our preferred car park.

Car parks can be found at Oxpens, Worcester Street, Gloucester Green and Westgate Shopping Centre. All are a short walking distance from Oxford Castle.

Coach parking is available at Redbridge Park and Ride.

For more details and a map of Oxford’s car parks please visit the Oxford City Council website.

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