Durham Castle, Norman fortress and university college in Durham, England
Durham Castle rises from a hilltop position above the River Wear, facing Durham Cathedral across the peninsula in northern England.
William the Conqueror ordered the construction of Durham Castle in 1072, establishing it as a defensive stronghold against northern rebellions and Scottish invasions.
The Norman Chapel within Durham Castle contains architectural elements from 1078, representing early medieval religious and military design principles of northern England.
The castle functions as University College Durham, housing 100 students while offering guided tours at specific times throughout the day for public access.
From 1080 to 1836, Durham Castle served as the residence of Prince-Bishops who held extraordinary powers to mint coins and raise armies.
Location: City of Durham
Inception: 1072
Architectural style: Norman architecture
Part of: Durham Castle and Cathedral
Address: Palace Green, Durham, DH1 3RW DH1 3PQ
Website: https://dur.ac.uk/durham.castle
GPS coordinates: 54.77490,-1.57558
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:41
Palace Green
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Framwellgate Bridge
203 m
Bishop Cosin's Hall
43 m
Durham Castle and Cathedral
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No.50 (Former Subscription News Room)
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Museum of Archaeology • Durham University
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Post Office
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University College Masters House
25 m
Former Grammar School (University Police Office)
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Old Grammar School
116 m
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5, Owengate
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2, Owengate
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Salvation Army Citadel
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68, Saddler Street
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32, Silver Street
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1 and 2, North Bailey
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12, Silver Street
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The Castle North Range
119 m
Bastion Behind No. 50 And Wall Attached
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The Keep (university College)
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6, Owengate
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49, North Bailey
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Music Library
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Castle Gatehouse, Entrance Gateway, Side Walls, Linking Walls And Front Wall
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