Lambton Castle, Country house near Chester-le-Street, England
The stone fortress stands above the River Wear, featuring Norman-style architecture with turrets and an extensive internal structure containing numerous rooms.
John Lambton, first Earl of Durham, commissioned architects Joseph and Ignatius Bonomi to build the castle between 1820 and 1828 around Harraton Hall.
The castle grounds maintain a traditional pheasant hunting tradition, preserving a centuries-old practice of English aristocratic estates.
Recent development plans propose converting the Grade II listed building into a wedding venue or boutique hotel, requiring substantial renovation investments.
The castle's park spans 1200 acres divided by the River Wear, with three entrance lodges and hosted horse races from 1821 to 1825.
Location: North Lodge
Architects: Joseph Bonomi the Elder, Ignatius Bonomi
GPS coordinates: 54.86700,-1.53678
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:01
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