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Carlisle Castle
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Dan Hobson
22. oktober 2019
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Founded in 1092 by William II, Carlisle Castle was the main fortress on England’s northwestern border with Scotland until the crowns of both countries were united in 1603. According to English Heritage, the castle has endured more sieges than any other place in the British Isles.
Willem VS
13. september 2025
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Carlisle Castle, built in 1092 by William II, is an imposing medieval fortress on the edge of Carlisle city center, near Hadrian's Wall. The castle played a key role in …
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•Amy
8. februar 2020
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Dating back over 900 years, Carlisle Castle would once have been at the centre of various battles and invasion. It was constructed in a Norman style, complete with motte and bailey, under the orders of William II. During its fascinating history, the castle imprisoned Mary Queen of Scots in the 16th century, was besieged by Parliamentary forces during the English Civil War, witnessed the Jacobite rising in 1745, and more.
You can visit the castle and Cumbria's Museum of Military Life which is located here. The castle is open 10am - 4pm on weekends. Tickets cost £7.50. More information: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/carlisle-castle
You can visit the castle and Cumbria's Museum of Military Life which is located here. The castle is open 10am - 4pm on weekends. Tickets cost £7.50. More information: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/carlisle-castle
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Adult: £7.50 Child (5-17 years): £4.50 Concession: £6.80 Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £19.50
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Castle Way, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8UR
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