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  1. Lancaster Castle, often known as John O’ Gaunt’s Castle, is one of the most historically fascinating surviving buildings in the country. Its beginnings date back to Roman times when, from its commanding position on the hill overlooking the town of Lancaster and the River Lune, it stood as a bastion against the marauding forces of the ...

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  2. 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 .

  3. From its origins as a Roman fort to its storied past as a royal residence, a seat of justice, and a symbol of Lancashire’s identity, Lancaster Castle stands as a living testament to England’s rich and diverse historical legacy.

  4. Oct 6, 2005 · Lancaster Castle's beginnings date back to Roman times and from its commanding position on the hill overlooking the city of Lancaster and the River Lune, it stood as a bastion against the...

  5. Lancaster Castle, built on the site of a Roman fort, has a rich and varied history dating back almost 1,000 years. Originally constructed in the 11th century, the castle has witnessed numerous events that have shaped the course of English history.

  6. Feb 25, 2022 · History. Lancaster Castle dates back to Roman times when it was built as a bastion on a hilltop commanding a crossing over the River Lune. The earliest standing structure in the castle is the Norman Keep which dates back to the 12th century.

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  8. Lancaster Castle gives visitors a unique look at the history of the judiciary, changes to the UK penal system over the centuries and a rare insight into the ways in which different types of prisoners were detained and treated here in Lancaster. From the underground pit where the Pendle Witches were held, to the

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