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Construction Dangers

Durham Castle

Written by: Dave Foster | Posted on: | Category: History | county durham durham historic castle

In 1072, William the Conqueror initiated the construction of the Castle following the Norman Conquest of England, which had occurred six years earlier when the Normans arrived in the North. To start, the Earl of Northumberland, Waltheof, oversaw the construction.

However, in 1076, Waltheof rebelled against William and was ...

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Battle-Ready Throughout Time

Bamburgh Castle - Bring it on!

Written by: Dave Foster | Posted on: | Category: History | bamburgh castle northumberland photography historic

A Fortress for the Ages: Discovering the Rich History and Majestic Beauty of Bamburgh Castle

Towering over the rugged Northumberland coastline, Bamburgh Castle has stood as a sentinel for more than a millennium, bearing witness to countless battles, sieges, and invasions. As one of the most imposing and well-preserved castles ...

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