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1. www.lancastercastle.com › historyHistory - Lancaster Castle

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   A glimpse into the history of Lancaster Castle and its use as a place of punishment offers a revealing insight into the nation’s changing attitudes towards crime in general, as well as religious and cultural beliefs through the centuries

   • A Dark History

     A glimpse into the history of Lancaster Castle and its use...

   • Visiting The Castle

     Tour guides can be found in the Lancaster Castle ticket...

   • Duchy of Lancaster

     The Duke of Lancaster had now become one of the most...

   • People & Stories

     Ten people convicted of witchcraft at the Summer Assize in...

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     Lancaster Castle, one of the most captivating historical...

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     Ten people convicted of witchcraft at the Summer Assize in...

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     The descriptions are taken from ‘Heraldry in the Shire Hall,...

   • Executions

     After 1800 the executions at Lancaster Castle took place at...

2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Lancaster_CastleLancaster Castle - Wikipedia

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   The castle is now open to the public seven days a week and is undergoing a large-scale refurbishment. There is a large sweeping public piazza, allowing access to the cloistered area, renovated in 2019.

3. crazyaboutcastles.com › english-castles › lancasterLancaster Castle | Get Tickets, Visitor Info | Castles History

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   The current purposes of Lancaster Castle are to serve as a tourist attraction and educational facility. The former prison and military stronghold has been heavily renovated since 2011, most recently in 2019, with the addition of the university suite. The castle is also actively used as a Crown Court.

4. www.lancasterguardian.co.uk › news › now-you-canNow you can learn all about the fascinating history of ...

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   Sep 12, 2018 · It takes an innovative approach to studying northern English history, using Lancaster Castle as a microcosm of broader trends in regional history across two millennia – from the Romans to the 21st Century. Registration is open now, and the course starts on Monday October 29.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › 2020_United_States2020 United States presidential election in Pennsylvania

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   The 2020 United States presidential election in Pennsylvania was held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, as part of the 2020 United States presidential election in which all 50 states plus the District of Columbia participated. [3] Pennsylvania voters chose electors to represent them in the Electoral College via a popular vote, pitting the ...

6. www.duchyoflancaster.co.uk › properties-andLancaster Castle – Lancashire | Duchy of Lancaster

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   More prisoners are said to have been sentenced to death at Lancaster Castle than at any other court in the country. Lancaster became known as ‘the hanging town’. Today, the Crown Court and Shire Hall are leased from the Duchy to Lancashire County Council.

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   What is Lancaster Castle?

   • It takes an innovative approach to studying northern English history, using Lancaster Castle as a microcosm of broader trends in regional history across two millennia – from the Romans to the 21st Century. Registration is open now, and the course starts on Monday October 29.

   Now you can learn all about the fascinating history of Lancaster castle

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   Is Lancaster Castle a 21st century tourist attraction?

   • Photograph reproduced by kind permission of the Duchy of Lancaster Lancaster Castle, the majestic landmark on the city's skyline, is a familiar sight to local people. It represents a rich tapestry of history including Roman forts, a medieval stronghold, a harsh legal system – and 
 now it provides an intriguing 21st Century tourist attraction.

   Now you can learn all about the fascinating history of Lancaster castle

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   What does Lancaster Castle symbolize?

   • Perched atop a hill overlooking the city of Lancaster, Lancaster Castle is a historical marvel that has stood as a symbol of power, justice, and tyranny for over a millennium. With roots dating back to Roman times, the castle’s complex history weaves together tales of monarchs, witches, and prisoners.

   Lancaster Castle – UK Museums

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   What happened to Lancaster Castle?

   • Until 2011 the majority of the buildings were leased to the Ministry of Justice as HM Prison Lancaster, after which the castle was returned to the Duchy's management. The castle is now open to the public seven days a week and is undergoing a large-scale refurbishment.

   Lancaster Castle - Wikipedia

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   Is Lancaster Castle a 'green wall'?

   • The sophistication of the gatehouse prompted John Champness, who wrote Lancaster Castle: A Brief History, to remark "it is perhaps the finest of its date and type in England". During the Roman era in the 4th century, the fort was surrounded by the "Wery Wall" which is believed to translate as the 'green wall'.

   Lancaster Castle - Wikipedia

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   Who owns Lancaster Castle?

   • Owned by the Duchy of Lancaster (His Majesty King Charles III is the Duke of Lancaster), the castle has witnessed scenes of significant historical, cultural and political importance throughout the centuries.

   History - Lancaster Castle

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8. ukmuseums.co.uk › museums › lancaster-castleLancaster Castle - UK Museums

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   A Rich Tapestry of History and Heritage. Perched atop a hill overlooking the city of Lancaster, Lancaster Castle is a historical marvel that has stood as a symbol of power, justice, and tyranny for over a millennium. With roots dating back to Roman times, the castle’s complex history weaves together tales of monarchs, witches, and prisoners.