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The massive ruins of Henry II's 12thC tower keep, set within the earthworks of a Roman fort guarding the strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines.

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    • richardmP1661JV
      Hampstead Norreys, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Good for a quick visit
      4 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 16th May 2021
      This is well worth a stop if you are passing nearby. There is only a small single keep here but that is still interesting enough. Interesting history and part of a line of castles across this part of... Read full review
    • EuanC25
      Trip Type:
      Solo travel
      Worth a look
      4 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 15th August 2021
      Not much to see, if you're passing by I'd recommend having a look, but I wouldn't travel any great distance to get to it. You can also combine it with a trip to Barnard, Brough and Brougham Castles... Read full review
    • Carol B
      Birmingham, United Kingdom
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      Couples
      BOWES CASTLE
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 4th October 2021
      Sunday 29th August 2021, My husband and I went to visit Bowes Castle under the care of the English Heritage. Bowes Castle was built between 1171 and 1187 on the site of the Roman fort of Lavatris... Read full review
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    In Bowes village, off A66; 4 miles west of Barnard Castle town.

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    Bus: Hodgson's 72, 574 from Barnard Castle.

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