Location:  Odiham, Hampshire Visit the Website Odiham Castle was built by King John as a secure and convenient stopping place. He set out for Windsor from here on 10th June 1215, agreeing the Articles of Barons at Runnymede that same day. River, wide moats and marsh added protection to the tower of the castle and its […]

  Part of Trail 3 Location:  Lincoln, Lincolnshire Visit the Website The vibrant cultural quarter of Lincoln is home to one of the greatest Cathedrals in Europe. Considered one of the hidden gems of Britain, Lincoln is a medieval city built on the site of a major Roman settlement. Visitors today can see the past, present and […]

  Part of Trail 3 Location:  Durham City, Durham Visit the Website Often cited as the greatest Norman building in Europe, and recently voted the UK’s Number One Landmark by TripAdvisor users, step inside Durham Cathedral to discover breathtaking Romanesque architecture, exquisite stained glass, the Shrine of St Cuthbert and resting place of St Bede. Durham Cathedral […]

  Part of Trail 3 Location:  Durham City, Durham Visit the Website The Durham City skyline is one of the most stunning city panoramas in Europe, dominated by the Durham Cathedral and Castle UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally built in the 11th Century under William the Conqueror as a projection of the Norman king’s power in the […]