Carlisle and the castle were seized and fortified by the Jacobites. However they were driven north by the forces of William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, the son of George II. Carlisle was recaptured, and …

One of the most besieged castles in England, Carlisle Castle guarded the wild western end of the Anglo-Scottish border for hundreds of years. After surviving seven sieges by the Scots between 1174 and …

The earliest fort at Carlisle, made from wood and timber, was built where the later castle now stands, and a wealthy town grew up around the military complex. Carlisle’s role as a fortress on the northern …

From 1173 until 1461 the Scots besieged Carlisle town and castle at a total of 7 times. It has also been occupied continuously since its foundation by William II, and from the 18th century until the 1960s it …

Carlisle Castle is a stone keep medieval fortress located in the city of Carlisle near the ruins of Hadrian's Wall. One of the most besieged castles in England, Carlisle Castle guarded the wild...

Our mighty medieval Castle, built in 1092 by William Rufus, has played an important role in the history of Carlisle for centuries. The castle is strategically located on the border between England and Scotland …

For 500 years, until the English and Scottish crowns were united in 1603, Carlisle Castle was the principal fortress of England’s north-western border with Scotland.

Apr 14, 2015 · Standing proud in the city it has dominated for nine centuries, Carlisle Castle remained a working fortress until well within living memory. It has withstood many sieges, held captive a royal …

Carlisle Castle is a stone keep medieval fortress located in the city of Carlisle near the ruins of Hadrian's Wall. First built during the reign of William II i...

Uncover a fascinating history through lively exhibitions, offering an insight into William Rufus, Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie. You may take a guided tour of the Castle. There is a gift …