urham Castle, a Norman Castle, now forms part of the university of Durham. As the castle is part of the University it is not generally open to the public but guided tours do take place.Location
Location
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Durham Castle
| County | Categories | Stone | |
| Remains | Not complete but much survives | Access | Only open at certain times |
| Location | 54.7751,-1.5776 (Google Maps) | Directions | Directions via Google Maps |
| County |
| Categories |
Stone |
| Remains |
Not complete but much survives |
| Access |
Only open at certain times |
| Location |
| 54.7751,-1.5776 |
| Directions |
| Directions via Google Maps |
urham Castle, a Norman Castle, now forms part of the university of Durham. As the castle is part of the University it is not generally open to the public but guided tours do take place.Location Map (click to explore)
Timeline
1091
The fourth major invasion into the north of England by Malcolm III started when the Scots began a siege of Durham. The Normans, led by William Rufus, went north to deal with the Scots but a conflict was averted and a renewal of the treaty of Abernethy was agreed.
