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The castle, built in the same times at the cathedral, guards the approaches to the city from a
narrow spur of high ground. It was built shortly after the Norman invasion in 1066, not only to
defend against raiders from the north, but also to suppress English rebellions that were common in
the first years after the conquest. Today it is occupied by Durham University. It is open to the
public but admission is by guided tour only. For more on this click here . . .

Durham Museum and Heritage Centre Relive the story of Durham from Medieval times to the 20th
century in this local history museum. See models of the medieval city and 19th century Market
Place and explore the reconstruction of a Victorian prison cell. Displays describe the origins and
development of the city and many of the objects illustrate domestic life, social life and the lost
trades and industries. The museum is situated in a historic Grade I Listed Building, close to the
Cathedral, once the parish church of the North Bailey. It was rebuilt in the 17th Century and
retains impressive woodwork from that period.

Click here for an interactive map of the area

Navigation Notes

The fastest way

Route 2 on the map . . .

75.6 miles, 1 ½ hrs.

To do that you’ll take the A59 from the centre of York and follow signs to the A1.

53.9540, -1.0938 Go back along the A1036 and take the A59 which starts at the cnr of Blossom St
and Holgate Rd. Look for the A59 on the road way.