Castle

Auckland Castle was the principal country residence of the Prince Bishops from AD1190, but is now the home to the Bishop of Durham. A fine example
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This ruined castle overlooks the River Tees. Remains include 14thC great hall, 3-storey keep and circular round tower which inspired Sir Walter Scott. Set on a high rock above
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Binchester Roman Fort includes the excavated remains of part of a large Roman fort, built around AD80 and used for about 350 years. There is a superb military 
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The ruins of Henry II's 12thC tower keep, set within the earthworks of a Roman fort guarding the strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines.  
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Part of the World Heritage Site, Castle and Cathedral, the castle has had an interesting history. Founded by William the Conqueror in 1072, Durham Castle is one of
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This dramatic 14thC castle near Staindrop was built by the mighty Nevilles and has been home to Lord Barnard's family since 1626. In the well-preserved halls and chambers, history
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Great news – Lumiere, the magical festival of light which many of you enjoyed last November was a winner at Tuesday’s Journal Culture Awards. And ...

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