Our coast has also been our first line of defence. This means around the UK coastline, we have the remains of castles and forts offering a glimpse into the country’s medieval and military past.
Location is everything, and visiting a castle will also get you out in some of the most spectacular and breathtaking locations.
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Popular Castles and Forts
Auckland Castle, also known as Auckland Palace and locally as the Bishop’s Castle or Bishop’s Palace has a thousand years Read moreโฆ
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Barnard Castle is on a high rock above the River Tees, and takes its name from its 12th century founder, Read moreโฆ
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Explore the remains of a Roman bath house with its amazing 1,700 year-old under floor heating system. Walk in the Read moreโฆ
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Durham Castle is a Norman castle that stands on top of a hill above the River Wear on Durham’s peninsula. Read moreโฆ
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