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Aydon Castle (Northumberland)
Newest Review: ... best efforts to protect his home Aydon castle was captured and burnt by the Scots in 1315. The English won the castle back in 1317, but it again fell victim of Scottish raids in 1346. The raids and resulting damage bankrupted the De Reymes family and by the end of the 14th century the castle was being rented out. The castle was finally sold in 1541 to Sir Reynold Carnaby.The castle underwent ... more  ... a programme of improvements including new roofs, windows and fireplaces.
From the 17th century the castle became a peaceful farmhouse and it remained this way until 1966 when it was given to the ministry of works. Aydon castle is now owned by English h...more |
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Aydon Castle (Northumberland): A day in the past (1073 words)
by - written on 15/03/08 (Very useful, 140 readings)
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I really enjoy visiting ancient buildings and it was for this reason I took out a family membership to English heritage a few years ago. Aydon in Northumberland is one of my favourite places to visit. It is set in stunning countryside and gives me a real sense of history. Where is it? ********** Aydon castle is situated 1 mile to the north east of Corbridge just of the B 6321. I suggest you use the AA route finder for the exact location. It is very well sign posted from all directions so is easy to find. There are trains to Corbridge from Newcastle. The station is about 4 miles from Aydon castle. There are busses to Corbridge too ... Read the complete review
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