Beaumont Palace Palace
Former medieval royal palace site in Oxford
On a quiet Oxford site, Beaumont Palace marks the location of a medieval royal residence; visitors come for the archaeology, nearby college architecture and guided Oxford history walks.
Beaumont Palace at a Glance#
Address: Site near Beaumont Street and Broad Street, Oxford OX1, England (palace ruins no longer extant)
How to Get to Beaumont Palace#
The site is within central Oxford, close to Broad Street and Beaumont Street. From Oxford Railway Station, it’s a 20-25 minute walk or a short taxi/bus ride (local buses to the city center). Most visitors approach on foot from the Bodleian Library and Christ Church areas.
Tips for Visiting Beaumont Palace#
- The site is largely archaeological; view the commemorative plaque and the earthworks near Beaumont Street and the public gardens.
- Combine a visit with Christ Church and the Bodleian to understand how the medieval palace related to Oxford's later institutions.
- Check local university archives or the Ashmolean for exhibits referencing Beaumont Palace's role in royal ceremonies.
Best Time to Visit Beaumont Palace#
Spring and autumn align well with the university term and make for a sociable city visit.
Weather & Climate near Beaumont Palace#
Beaumont Palace's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (637 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 59 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 1° | 42 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 52 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 6° | 45 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 52 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 56 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 40 mm | overcast | 77% | 3.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.9h |
| August | Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 54 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 58 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 11° | 57 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 5° | 60 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 62 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
