Bishopton Castle was built in 1143 by Roger de Conyers. It was built due to rivalry over support of different bishops of Durham, a powerful title in those days.
The country park in the grounds of Auckland Castle is mostly in the area between the River Wear and the River Gaunless. The castle is the home for the Prince …
This privately owned, Grade I-listed mansion is a fine sight for walkers on the Weardale Way long-distance trail. The property dates from the 17th century but saw extensive alterations – …
The Grade II-listed Witton Castle has seen many changes in its much-modified existence. Built in the 15th-century, today it is at the heart of the Witton Castle Country Park, a …