Pictures of Broughton Castle, Banbury Oxfordshire

Pictures of Broughton Castle - Gardens and Grounds

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Broughton Castle and Lady Garden

Broughton Castle from the far side of the moat

The Castle Gatehouse and moat

Garden path

The back of the house and garden beds

The grounds allow access all the way around the reat of the castle grounds, following the line of the moat

Note the projecting window and the column of stone that supports it

The formal Lady Garden

Informal flower beds are at their best in early July

The formal hedges of the Lady Garden can be seen best in this aerial view

The view from the roof of the castle towards the Gatehouse and church is superb

Broughton Castle entry walk

The front of Broughton Castle

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A plot to kill Elizabeth I, gain support for a Spanish invasion, and free Mary, Queen of Scots from captivity

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Manor House In Sonning Common

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Reddish Manor is nestled in a valley in the Chiltern Hills at the edge of the village of Sonning Common. Timber framed and oak panelled, … more >>
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Banbury (Hotel)

Mercure Whately Hall Hotel

A 3 star hotel in an idyllic 17th Century setting with hidden staircases, original wooden beams & stone fireplace. Offering 69 ensuite rooms. The hotel is deal for exploring the Cotswolds, Stratford Upon Avon, Oxford, Woodstcock & Warwick. Minutes from Banbury railway and coach stations, and 30 miles from Birmingham … more >>

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Cromwell Lodge Hotel

The centrally located Cromwell Lodge is a majestic old building combining the spirit of the 17th century with all the modern day comforts. The elegant oak panelled restaurant features imaginative and tempting menus. There is an extensive bar menu and a wide range of traditional ales and fine wines. more >>