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  1. barefootliam @[email protected] ·

    fromoldbooks.org/Morris-Pictur

    Alnwick Castle, Northumberland, UK

    Known today especially for its gardens, Alnwick Castle was first buyilt in 1096, possibly on the site of an earlier Roman fort. It was rebuilt in the 1300s and again in the 1700s. The same family has lived there, Percy, since around 1300.

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  2. barefootliam @[email protected] ·

    fromoldbooks.org/Morris-Pictur

    Cholmondeley Castle.

    It’s pronounced “Chumley” and the same family has been living there since 1066 or so (they must be getting old by now).

    The castle was built in the early 19th century, replacing an older wooden hall. Sorry, i don’t know if it has a dungeon :) The chapel (i think on the right) is much older.

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