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Dunstanburgh Castle

Near Craster, Northumberland

A rebel earl's castle, left in ruins after the Wars of the Roses.

Thomas, Earl of Lancaster began Dunstanburgh in 1313, perhaps as a challenge to his cousin Edward II. Thomas was later beheaded for rebellion.

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When
Built 1313
Where
55.4890, -1.5950
Group
Castles & abbeys

Visiting

English Heritage, a 1.3-mile walk from Craster.

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