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1. www.lancastercastle.com › the-castle-todayDevelopment Update | Lancaster Castle

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   Development. The Duchy of Lancaster has commissioned a £3m programme of remedial and restorative works designed to protect the historic fabric of Lancaster Castle.

2. www.lancasterguardian.co.uk › whats-on › arts-andLancaster Castle re-opens after extensive conservation and ...

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   Nov 11, 2019 · Lancaster Castle has re-opened to the public - with a remodelled “sweeping piazza” and brand new cafe. After extensive conservation and restoration works to the lower courtyard and historic castle buildings over the last year, the John O’Gaunt gate re-opened on Saturday November 9.

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4. www.duchyoflancaster.co.uk › 2019/11/18 › lancasterLancaster Castle Restored and Re-Opened | Duchy of Lancaster

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   Nov 18, 2019 · Following a 2-year conservation project, the Duchy of Lancaster has re-opened the historic John O’Gaunt gate and unveiled the new-look Lancaster Castle to the visiting public. The works have included the careful removal of the former Prison Visitors building to reveal a new sweeping piazza, covered cloister walk, purpose-built Visitor café ...

5. www.lancasterguardian.co.uk › inews-lifestyleLancaster Castle re-opens after extensive conservation and ...

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   Nov 11, 2019 · Lancaster Castle has re-opened to the public - with a remodelled “sweeping piazza” and brand new cafe.

6. www.duchyoflancaster.co.uk › 2019/08/30Conservation Works Continue At Lancaster Castle

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   Aug 30, 2019 · The Duchy of Lancaster has announced that Lancaster Castle will not reopen to the public in September but will remain closed until the end of October 2019. This is due to health and safety concerns following the discovery of electrical cabling buried underneath the lower courtyard.

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

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   Lancaster Castle is a medieval castle and former prison in Lancaster in the English county of Lancashire. Its early history is unclear, but it may have been founded in the 11th century on the site of a Roman fort overlooking a crossing of the River Lune .

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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.

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   When was Lancaster Castle built?

   • Lancaster Castle is a medieval castle and former prison in Lancaster in the English county of Lancashire. Its early history is unclear, but it may have been founded in the 11th century on the site of a Roman fort overlooking a crossing of the River Lune. In 1164 the Honour of Lancaster, including the castle, came under royal control.

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   Who owns Lancaster Castle?

   • The castle buildings are owned by the British sovereign as Duke of Lancaster; part of the structure is used to host sittings of the Crown Court. 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.

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   Where can I visit Lancaster Castle?

   • Visitors are welcome to call the Castle on 01524 64998 to check tour times for a specific date. The Shire Hall Lancaster Castle Castle Parade Lancaster LA1 1YJ The castle is located near to Lancaster city centre and is sign-posted from junctions 33 and 34 of the M6 motorway.

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   When did Lancaster Castle become a prison?

   • It was not to see military action again until the English Civil War. The castle was first used as a prison in 1196 although this aspect became more important during the English Civil War. The castle buildings are owned by the British sovereign as Duke of Lancaster; part of the structure is used to host sittings of the Crown Court.

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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'.

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9. www.lancashire.gov.uk › museums › lancaster-castleLancaster Castle - Lancashire County Council

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   Still used as a working courtroom on rare occasions, today the Shire Hall is also the centrepiece for one the UK’s finest displays of heraldic shields. Please note that most of Lancaster...