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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. Find out more….

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     Out of 200 executions at Lancaster Castle, only 43 were for...

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3. 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 .

4. www.bbc.co.uk › lancashire › contentLancashire - History - Lancaster Castle - BBC

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   Oct 6, 2005 · Lancaster Castle consists of many historic buildings encompassing the 12th Century Norman Keep, the 14th Century Witches' Tower and the 15th Century Gatehouse. The earliest standing fabric of...

5. www.historic-uk.com › HistoryMagazine › DestinationsThe History of Lancaster

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   Lancaster has a fascinating, varied and ancient history, with royal connections. The Romans established a garrison on the hill by the river. The city’s first recorded name, Lancastre, meaning ‘Roman fort on the River Lune’ is recorded in the Domesday book in 1086.

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6. www.medievalchronicles.com › medieval-castlesLancaster Castle: A Storied Sentinel of England's History

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   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.

7. www.britainexpress.com › lancs › azLancaster, Lancashire | History, Photos & Visiting Information

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   Lancaster Castle has been many things during its long history; a Roman station, a Saxon timber fort, a Norman motte, a medieval castle of stone, and a notorious prison. The castle's history really begins in 1093 when Roger de Poitou, a kinsman of William the Conqueror, built a castle mound here.

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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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   How fascinating is Lancaster Castle?

   • 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. But did you know just quite how fascinating Lancaster Castle really is?

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

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   What is Lancaster Castle famous for?

   • The castle has around a thousand years of rich history. It has been involved in conflict – it was attacked by Robert Bruce and besieged by Royalists in the English Civil War on more than one occasion. Bonnie Prince Charlie is reported to have stayed in Lancaster during the Jacobite uprising in 1745. The castle has a long judicial history.

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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 is the oldest building in Lancaster?

   • The castle is the oldest standing building in Lancaster and one of the most important. The history of the structure is uncertain. This is partly due to its former use as a prison, which has prevented extensive archaeological investigation.

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   What is Lancaster known for?

   • Lancaster has a fascinating, varied and ancient history, with royal connections. The Romans established a garrison on the hill by the river. The city’s first recorded name, Lancastre, meaning ‘Roman fort on the River Lune’ is recorded in the Domesday book in 1086.

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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.