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Norham Castle is a 12th-century castle overlooking the River Tweed in Northumberland. As a detached part of the County Palatine of Durham, it was founded by Ranulf Flambard, Bishop of Durham, in 1121, the castle saw much action during the wars between England and Scotland. It was frequently attacked by the Scots and was besieged at least 13 times, once for nearly a year by Robert Bruce. But even its powerful 12th-century keep and massive towered bailey walls could not resist James IV's heavy cannon, and it fell to him in 1513, shortly before his defeat at Flodden Field. It is within the council area of Northumberland.
Historic England Grade I Listed 1154811.

Place Type: Mediæval Castle
Historic County: Northumberland
Lat, Long: 55.721771,-2.1504588
Grid Reference: NT 9064 4760
Civil Parish: Norham CP
Council Area: Northumberland CA
Strategic Authority Area: North East SA
Police Area: Northumbria PA

GBPN ID: 303542
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Norham_Castle,_Northumberland_303542

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