Barforthの洞窟・トップ7

Walworth Castle stands in the Tees Valley countryside, west of Darlington. It dates back to 1189, and the building is set in 18 acres of lawns and woodlands.

Castle Raby was originally built in the 11th century, with some of that architecture still intact. It was modernised in the 14th century and remains one of the most complete castles in the country. The castle and parkland are paid entry, but you can visit the café without paying entry.

The view of the castle form here is great at any time but if you can get down early in the morning to catch the sunrise it's stunning!

Ravensworth Castle is a grade II listed building dating from the 14th century but with frequent changes until 1808. It is now in ruins as in 1935 coal was mined directly under the property. The intention was to create a model village from the demolished castle but only three houses were built due to the start of the second world war. Ravensworth Castle featured in the BBC Series, Restoration. Griff Rhys Jones presented the programme in which viewers voted on which neglected ruin should receive a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Sadly it didn't win.

The spectacular ruins of Egglestone Abbey occupy a picturesque spot above the River Tees. The crumbling ruins are all that survives of a small Premonstratensian monastery that was founded in the late 12th century. The site is owned by English Heritage and is free to enter between 10am-6pm. For more information, visit: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/egglestone-abbey/.

This funny little bridge (with steps that you have to lift your bike up) is a quiet route alternative to the busy, main road that climbs up to the town centre. You also get a great view of the castle.