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Barnard Castle is a historic thriving market town, which developed in the protective shadow of Bernard Balliol's castle. Built on a fine defensive site in 1125, the castle is in the care of English Heritage and is open to the public. In the town centre, the octagonal Market cross, Visit the Josephine and John Bowes Museum built in the style of a French chateau, it houses one of the country's finest art collections.
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Attractions near Barnard Castle
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The Bowes Museum
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Where else in the world can you see a 230-year-old mechanical silver swan, still in working order, alongside a Turner or a Canaletto? |
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Raby Castle
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Built for the mighty dynasty of the Nevills, this great fortress stands proud and defiant, its history rolling back almost a thousand years. |
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Low Barns Nature Reserve
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Regarded as one of Durham Wildlife Trust's premier reserves, this 50 hectare wetland site contains mixed woodlands and grasslands. A recently refurbished visitor centre is open to the public and something of interest can be seen throughout the year. |
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Towns near Barnard Castle
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Startforth Tourist Information
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Lartington Tourist Information
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Brignall Tourist Information
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Hotels near Barnard Castle
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One of the country's finest historic hotels, parts of which date back to the 12th century, Best Western Walworth Castle is set in 18 acres of grounds only 3 miles from Darlington. |
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The Scotch Corner Hotel is a landmark hotel with two restaurants, a bar and a fully equipped leisure centre. Whether you are visiting the area for a leisure stay or simply breaking your journey, you'll be assured a great stay. |
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A beautiful early Jacobean style hotel standing in 150 acres of peaceful woodland. Barcelo Redworth Hall Hotel successfully combines traditional elegance with contemporary style, particularly in the newly added 43 Spa bedrooms. |
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Self Catering near Barnard Castle
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Dove Cottage is a delightful character cottage nestling in a peaceful location in the historical market town of Barnard Castle. The cottage is only a short stroll from the town centre, which has numerous bars and restaurants. |
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Thwaite Cottages are three secluded luxury cottages converted from the original Thwaite farmhouse and barns in 2006. All the cottages have lovely views and are part of the Scargill Estate which is situated in the beautiful countryside |
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or Butter Market, served a number of purposes, dairy produce was sold here and it was also the town's lock up, Town Hall and Court House.