Barnard Castle
Barnard Castle is a bustling historical market town in Teesdale, County Durham built around an impressive ancient castle.
The town is full of unique historical buildings from various periods of its history and is fascinating for visitors. The curiously shaped Butter Market building is a great example of 18th Century design and is a popular visitor attraction. Another site not to be missed is the Bowes Museum which houses a wonderful fine art collection.
A weekly market is held on the cobbles each Wednesday and there are also numerous speciality shops to explore in and around town with many places to eat, drink and relax.
The area is surrounded by stunning countryside and offers breathtaking local walks. Local...
Barnard Castle, County Durham
Egglestone Abbey at Barnard Castle stands proudly on a hilltop above the river. Some of the stunning architecture of this once grand abbey still remains, protected by English Heritage, to be admired...
Barnard Castle, County Durham
Teesdale is often described as the most northern dale and is the area that surrounds the upper reaches of the River Tees just to the north of the Yorkshire Dales, and is a designated Area of...