What is recorded here
Built by the Normans in the late 11th century, Carlisle Castle was strategically important as a border fortress between England and Scotland. It has played a key role in numerous conflicts, including the Wars of Scottish Independence, and remains a significant historical site in northern England.
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Photo: Ashley Dace · CC BY-SA 2.0