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Barnard Castle
View of Barnard Castle across the River Tees   Barnard Castle
Barnard Castle
DL12 8PR
Durham
England
View of Barnard Castle across the River Tees
Facilities
Shop: yes Wheelchair access: yes
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Contact details
General information (Tel) : 01833 638 212
Customer Services : customers@english-heritage.org.uk
Website : www.english-heritage.org.uk/barnardcastle
Open
21 March-30 September 2008
Mon-Sun
10.00-18.00

1-31 October 2008
Mon-Sun
10.00-16.00

1 November 2008-31 March 2009
Thurs-Mon
10.00-16.00
Closed
24-26 December and 1 January
Admission charges
Adults: £4.00
Children: £2.00
Concessions: £3.20
English Heritage Members: Free

15% discount for groups of 11 and more visitors paying together.
Discounts
English Heritage
 
Description
Set on a rock high above the River Tees, imposing Barnard Castle was the stronghold of the Balliol family. Taking its name from Bernard de Balliol, who rebuilt it in the 12th century, it includes a fine great hall and a dominating round-towered keep.

Collections
General guide to collections available
Disability Access
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Children and Families
Events and resources for children and families
Picnic area
Facilities
Picnic area
Shop