Introduction
Barnard Castle, a market town in County Durham, has suddenly found itself in the limelight, thanks to Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s special adviser, Dominic Cummings, driving there from his parents’ home, in breach of his own COVID19 lockdown rules. I thought I’d record a bonus episode to tell those who may not be familiar with the area why it’s worth a visit. As soon as it’s safe to do so.
What You’ll Hear
- 1:50: The beginnings of the castle
- 2:50: John Balliol, King of the Scots
- 3:20: The castle changes hands
- 4:03: King Richard takes ownership
- 4:32: The town of Barnard Castle
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This episode was inspired by current events in the UK. In it, I mention the following:
- English Heritage site: Barnard Castle
- Visit Durham: Visit Barnard Castle
- Bowes Museum
- Time Pieces History Blog 32, (Brandling Station), which looks at the Bowes family and the museum
- Eggleston Hall Gardens
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