Norham Castle, Northumberland
Norham castle was founded when Ranulf Flambard, Bishop of Durham gave orders for its construction in 1121, to protect the property of the bishopric in north Northumberland, from the Scots. the castle endured an eventful history, changing hands throughout the 12th, 13th and 14th centuries in the wars between Scotland and England, and the War of the Roses.
Bishop Thomas Ruthall of Durham began restoration work in the 16th century and the castle was maintained in a state of good repair during the remaining conflicts with Scotland in that century. However when an extended state of peace existed between England and Scotland, the garrison was reduced and by the end of the century the castle had fallen into a state of disrepair.
In the 19th century, Norham Castle became well known from the paintings of J.M.W. Turner. Several examples of his work can be seen in the Tate Gallery in London.
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