Castle Keep Newcastle Upon Tyne. Newcastle Castle Keep, Remains of Medieval Fortification in NewcastleuponTyne Stock Photo The City, or town as it was until 1882, got its name from the 'new castle' founded in 1080 by Robert Curthose, eldest son of William the Conqueror A few years later (1247 - 1250) the great gateway was built, becoming known as the Black Gate.
Panoramic view of Black Gate and Castle Keep, NewcastleuponTyne Stock Photo Alamy from www.alamy.com
Newcastle Castle is a must-visit attraction in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne which not only explores the rich history of the city but also offers incredible views from its rooftop The first Norman Castle at Newcastle-on-Tyne was built by Robert Curthose, the eldest son of William the Conqueror, and was probably a mere wooden fort, raised upon an earthen mound
Panoramic view of Black Gate and Castle Keep, NewcastleuponTyne Stock Photo Alamy
The City, or town as it was until 1882, got its name from the 'new castle' founded in 1080 by Robert Curthose, eldest son of William the Conqueror This was Robert's "New Castle upon the Tyne", becoming known as Newcastle-upon-Tyne As well as the keep the North Gate and the curtain walls were added
A daytime view in summer against blue skies of the Castle Keep in Newcastle upon Tyne, North. The Newcastle Black Gate and Castle Keep have been subject to a vast amount of research over the last couple of years. The first Norman Castle at Newcastle-on-Tyne was built by Robert Curthose, the eldest son of William the Conqueror, and was probably a mere wooden fort, raised upon an earthen mound
View from rooftop of Castle Keep in NewcastleuponTyne Stock Photo Alamy. The current roof and battlements were added in c1811 by the Newcastle Corporation Newcastle Castle is a must-visit attraction in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne which not only explores the rich history of the city but also offers incredible views from its rooftop