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	Barnard Castle
		Known as the Round Tower and built of sandstone blocks which are in contrast to the rougher masonry of the curtain wall, it is around 36 ft. across and 40 ft. tall, with a battered plinth, though it was taller in its heyday.
		Barnard was besieged by Alexander II of Scotland in 1216.
		It was still in the possession of the Bailoils, although the castle's ownership was being contested by the Bishops of Durham.
	www.richard111.com /barnard_castle.htm (321 words)

	Barnard Castle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Barnard Castle is a castle and also the name of its surrounding town in Teesdale, County Durham, England.
		Barnard Castle is for all purposes (traditional, ceremonial and administrative) located in County Durham.
		Barnard Castle is the administrative centre of the Teesdale district of County Durham.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Barnard_Castle (602 words)

	CastleXplorer - Barnard Castle
		Barnard Castle is named after the men that built the stone castle and founded the town.
		In 1569, during the 'Rising of the North', in which rebels planned to depose the protestant Elizabeth I and replace her with the catholic, Mary, Queen of Scots, Barnard was besieged by 5000 rebels.
		In 1630 it was sold to Sir Henry Vane who used the castle as a source of materials for extensive improvements he was making to his main residence at Raby Castle.
	www.castlexplorer.co.uk /england/barnard/barnard.php (425 words)

	16th, 17th, 18th Century English History, Vanes, Durham - Raby Castle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The Castle was defended in the Civil War but remained relatively unaltered until three stages of rebuilding occured in the 18th and 19th centuries.
		After the failure of the 'Rising of the North' in 1569 the Castle and its lands were forfeited to the Crown until 1626 when Sir Henry Vane the Elder, Member of Parliament and important member of Charles I household, at first his Governor, later his Treasurer, purchased Raby Castle, Barnard Castle and Estate for £18,000.
		Henry, the third Lord Barnard, was created the Earl of Darlington in 1754 and began a programme of restoration, under the guidance of the architect James Paine and carried out the greatest changes to the interior of the South and West ranges of the castle.
	www.rabycastle.com /history/vanes_raby.htm (1053 words)

	Barnard Castle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The construction of Barnard Castle, on the bank of the River Tees in County Durham, was started in 1125 by Bernard de Baliol and the castle was named after him.
		Since the 17th century both the castle and the title Lord Barnard are owned by the Vane family from Ruby Castle in Northumbria.
		De bouw van Barnard Castle, aan de rivier de Tees in de provincie Durham, werd begonnen in 1125 door Bernard de Baliol en het kasteel is dan ook naar hem vernoemd.
	www.barnard.nl /castle.html (109 words)

	Barnard Castle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Barnard Castle is one of the great fortresses of northern England, sited on a cliff above the river Tees.
		After the death of its most famous owner; Richard, Duke of Gloucester, later Richard III, the castle was gradually neglected in the hands of the Crown.
		Barnard Castle is a nice castle to visit, especially because of the hand held audio equipment you get at the entrance which takes you on a tour through the castle and its history.
	www.castles.nl /eur/uk/barn/barn.html (158 words)

	Barnard Castle Historic Centre
		The historic town of Barnard Castle is a joy to visit.
		One of the best antique centres in the north of England, Barnard Castle also offers a host of family-owned speciality shops, some really excellent pubs and of course the medieval ruins of the 12th Century Castle.
		Barnard Castles' Witham Hall is to be refurbished to bring improved recreation to the town.
	www.historic-barnardcastle.co.uk (288 words)

	Welcome to barnard.info
		Edward Emerson Barnard (1857-1923) was an American astronomer who discovered Barnard's star (the star system second-closest to us) in 1916, 16 comets, and Amalthea, a moon of Jupiter, in 1892.
		Today Barnard's Castle (Raby) is a ruin, but a very pretty ruin situated on a high bank overlooking the Tees.
		The castle has witnessed plenty of history and has been a home to many famous historic characters, including Richard III, Henry VII, Warwick the Kingmaker, and the Prince Bishops of Durham.
	www.barnard.info (197 words)

	A guide to Barnard Castle in Durham from TourUK
		The outer ward and gatehouse divide the castle from the town.
		The early history of the castle was marked by its disputed ownership.
		The castle later came under the ownership of Richard III whose emblem, a white boar, came be seen carved into a window.
	www.touruk.co.uk /castles/castle_barnard.htm (219 words)

	Barnard Castle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The lovely market town of Barnard Castle - or "Barney", as it is affectionately called by locals - is situated on the banks of the river Tees, on the site of an ancient Roman fort.
		Originally a modest structure, the castle was developed in 1157 by his nephew, Bernard de Balliol (hence the name) to become the largest castle in England.
		Its decline started after the death of one of its most famous owners, Richard III, and by 1636 the land inside the castle walls was being used for growing grass for hay.
	www.shoulderofmutton.net /barnard.html (372 words)

	Barnard Castle Darlington County Durham England English
		Barnard Castle was a Norman earth ringwork fortress, founded by Guy de Baliol.
		Built against the steep banks of the River Tees, the massive 12th century stone castle, was founded by Bernard de Baliol.
		Barnard Castle is located in the town centre, off Galgate.
	www.castleuk.net /castle_lists_north/92/barnardcastle.htm (188 words)

	BARNARD CASTLE - Online Information article about BARNARD CASTLE
		Bernard, son of Guy Baliol, who built the castle, and called it after himself, Castle Bernard.
		BOROUGH (A.S. nominative burh, dative byrig, which produces some of the place-names ending in bury, a sheltered or fortified place, the camp of refuge of a tribe, the stronghold of a chieftain; cf.
		Commons, but when the act was finally passed for the county and city of Durham, Barnard Castle was not included.
	encyclopedia.jrank.org /BAI_BAR/BARNARD_CASTLE.html (824 words)

	Barnard Castle
		The two strongest contenders for the throne were John Baliol, Lord of Galloway and Barnard Castle and Robert de Brus, Lord of Annandale and Hart.
		The castle passed into the hands of the Beauchamp family, Earls of Warwick, who were disposessed by Richard, Duke of Gloucester, shortly to become King Richard III.
		The castle today is an interesting one to visit and we spent quite a while looking at all there was to be seen.
	www.bispham2.freeserve.co.uk /castles/barnard.htm (733 words)

	Barnard Castle Witham Hall - Teesdale Village Halls Consortium
		Barnard Castle is a market town and has a unique historical character.
		The castle was protected by the River Tees and the ruins attract many tourists to the town.
		The Witham Hall is situated in Horsemarket in the centre of Barnard Castle.
	www.teesdalehalls.co.uk /witham-village-hall.asp (1087 words)

	Picture of Barnard Castle - Free Pictures - FreeFoto.Com
		Situated on the banks of the River Tees, the market town of Barnard Castle is located on the site of an ancient Roman ford across the river.
		The remains of the castle, which was built in the early 12th century, still tower over the river.
		Barnard Castle is proud of its cobbled streets, yards and back lanes first laid out in the 12th century.
	www.freefoto.com /browse.jsp?id=1008-01-0 (92 words)

	Barnard Castle Tourist Information on AboutBritain.com
		Barnard Castle is a historic thriving market town, which developed in the protective shadow of Bernard Balliol's castle.
		Built on a fine defensive site in 1125, the castle is in the care of English Heritage and is open to the public.
		One of the country 's finest historic hotels, parts of which date back to the 12th century, Walworth Castle is set in 18 acres of grounds but only 3 miles from Darlington.
	www.aboutbritain.com /towns/BarnardCastle.asp (411 words)

	BARNARD CASTLE LIFE - Is there life in BC? Click here to find out. (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Barnard Castle is situated in County Durham, land of the Prince Bishops.
		At the end of Galgate is the Scar Top and the ruins of the stone castle built in 1125 by Bernard de Balliol.
		The castle overlooks the river Tees and the County Bridge built in its current form in 1569 [
	www.barnardcastlelife.co.uk (683 words)

	nickandchris Barnard Castle Travel Page - VirtualTourist.com
		Nick's parents and sister live in the north east of England and often, when we travelled to see them, we would drive through Barnard Castle and say, "We must have a look at the castle one day." Eventually, in 2001, we decided to spend a weekend staying in the van around Barnard Castle.
		Barnard Castle is an attractive, historical market town situated on the Durham side of the Tees, in County Durham, and is the capital of Teesdale.
		castle, built by Bernard Balliol, on banking overlooking the river Tees.The castle now belongs to English Heritage and is open to the public.
	members.virtualtourist.com /m/87f23/4d7b3 (507 words)

	Flatts Woods :: Barnard Castle :: Teesdale
		Barnard Castle is particularly fortunate in having close to the town, not only the River Tees itself, but also its tributaries which flow through beautifully wooded valleys.
		The woods are well supplied with paths and seats, providing opportunities for brisk walks or quiet strolls at every season of the year in natural surroundings adjoining the town.
		One experienced traveller who was spending a short time in Barnard Castle remarked that the knew no other town where a person could post a letter in the town centre and then, after a five minute walk, be in such a beautiful woodland surrounding.
	www.flattswoods.co.uk (530 words)

	miksu Barnard Castle Travel Page - VirtualTourist.com
		Barnard Castle is a beautiful small market town situated on the banks of the River Tees, in County Durham,the north east of England.
		The Market Cross was built in 1747 by Thomas Breaks,a local landowner who's family manufactured woolens.Town council meetings and courts were held in the upper room and the lower room was used as the local jail.On market days farm produce was sold between the pillars.
		Barnard Castle takes it's name from the castle founded in 1112 by Bernard,the son of Guy de Baliol.A Norman knight who fought alongside William the Conqueror at the battle of Hastings.
	members.virtualtourist.com /m/3531d/4d7b3 (237 words)

	SINE Project, Structure Details for Barnard Castle
		The consolidated ruins of a 12th century castle on a cliff above the River Tees.
		Beuchamp Earls of Warwick: Barnard Castle defences improved.
		1625 Sir Henry Vane acquired the castle and began robbing it for the rebuilding of Raby Castle.
	www.sine.newcastle.ac.uk /view_structure_information.asp?struct_id=21 (429 words)

	Barnard Castle Ramblers
		The Barnard Castle Ramblers Group is part of the Ramblers Association.
		Some of the founding members are still actively engaged with the group.
		Being based in Teesdale the group gets most of it’s members from the Barnard Castle area, although it does get many members from further away.
	www.barnardcastleramblers.org.uk (337 words)

	Barnard Castle Truck Show, Steam Gathering and Tractor Pulling Events
		John Toulson and his family from Middleton-in-Teesdale and a team of committed enthusiasts organise Barnard Castle Events.
		Barnard Castle Steam Fair — 27th, 28th & 29th of May 2006
		Barnard Castle Tractor Pull — 27th of December 2006.
	www.theeventscentre.co.uk (211 words)

	Barnard Castle Band
		Barnard Castle Come 4th at the National Championships 2006
		The Band is delighted to have been placed 4th at the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain, in Harrogate this Sunday (24th Sept).
		Both bands in Barnard Castle are working together to produce musical education, structuring and performance of the highest standards.
	www.barnardcastleband.co.uk (215 words)

	Brass Band Aid Barnard Castle Band (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		CONDUCTOR GARY HUTCHINSON Barnard Castle Band was formed in 1860 when instruments were purchased by public subscriptions, hence its first name, Barnard Castle Subscription Band.
		Ronnie Henderson reformed the Barnard Castle Band with Mr.
		Peter Hartley later took over the baton and the Band won promotions from the 4th section to the 2nd section of the Durham Brass Band twice reaching the National Finals in London.
	stanhopesb.org /bba/BarnardCastleBand (229 words)

	Barnard Castle FC
		Barnard Castle Football Club will this year be fielding 11 teams.
		Barnard Castle FC were one of the first clubs in the area to achieve the coveted Charter Standard Award.
		The next Club managers meeting is scheduled for November 13th 7.30pm at The Beaconsfield.
	www.barnardcastlefc.co.uk (140 words)

	Hotels near Barnard Castle
		Hotels near Barnard Castle - 25 hotels from £30 per room per night.
		Country house hotel and golf course, located in Teesdale between Darlington and Barnard Castle....
		Imposing remains of one of England's largest medieval castles perched high on a rugged escarpment above the banks of the River Tees....
	www.activereservations.com /hotel/en/hotels-near-attractions/282.html?subid=PPCGO8a282en (192 words)

	Barnard Castle Hotel: The Red Well Inn
		The golf course is just 100 metres away, while Bowes Museum, High Force, and Raby Castle are all close a short drive from us.
		Barnard Castle is an historic market town with beautiful Georgian building lining it's main streets.
		Harmire Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8QJ
	www.redwellinn.info (300 words)

	Barnard Castle Vacation Rentals \| Hotels
		We have over 400 properties in the Barnard Castle, United Kingdom area.
		Ramside Hall, set in a 220 acre estate by junction 62 of the A1M motorway, is reputed to be the most popular quality hotel and golf club in Durham.
		Lumley Castle dates back to the 14th century, built 1389 as a manor house then in 1392 converted to a castle.
	www.hotstays.com /Barnard-Castle-United-Kingdom.html (824 words)

	CastleXplorer - Barnard Castle
		Please contact the property or visit their official website for the latest opening times and price of admission www.english-heritage.org.uk
		No facilities at the castle, but food and drink can be obtained in the town centre
		Disabled visitors may be set down at the entrance.
	www.castlexplorer.co.uk /england/barnard/barnard_info.php (519 words)

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