Wallingford Castle

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Wallingford Castle is one of nine castles the Albion Guide maps in Oxfordshire. The closest station is Cholsey, 4.5 km to the south-west.

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