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The castle was actually built by locals and forced laborers. However, it was ordered by William II of England.
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What has the Carlisle Castle in Carlisle Cumbria been used for?
Carlisle Castle in Carlisle, Cumbria has been used as a military fortress, royal residence, prison, and barracks throughout its history. It played a significant role in various conflicts and wars, including the English Civil War and Jacobite uprisings. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction, showcasing its rich historical significance and architectural beauty.
What is the capital of Cumbria?
The county town is Carlisle.
Who built Penrith Cumbria Castle?
no one built it thre was a war between France and England some time ago France's cannons shot at the castle to kill the English inside
Is there are football team in cumbria called Carlisle United?
yes there is !
Where is Carlisle College located?
The Carlisle College is located in Carlisle, Cumbria. The Carlisle College accepts new students in the months of September and February every single year.
When will we find out where radio one's big weekend will be in 2011?
It is In Carlisle, Cumbria. I am so lucky as i live like 10 mins from carlisle ! :)
Where abouts is carlisle in cumbria?
Carlisle (pronounced Wikipedia:IPA_for_English,Answers.comlocally /ˈkɑːlaɪl/Answers.com) is the County_townof Cumbria, and the major settlement of the wider City_of_Carlislein North_West_England. Carlisle is located at the confluence of the rivers River_Eden,_Cumbria, River_Caldewand River_Petteril, 10 miles (16 km) south of the Anglo-Scottish_border.Answers.comIt is the largest settlement in the county of Cumbria, and serves as the administrative centre for both Carlisle City Council and Cumbria County Council. At the time of the United_Kingdom_Census_2001, the population of Carlisle was 71,773, with 100,734 living in the wider city.Historic_counties_of_Englandthe county town of Cumberland, the early history of Carlisle is marked by its status as a Roman_Britainsettlement, established to serve the forts on Hadrian's_Wall. During the Middle_Ages, because of its proximity to the Kingdom_of_Scotland, Carlisle became an important military stronghold; Carlisle_Castle, still relatively intact, was built in 1092 by William_II_of_England, and having once served as a prison for Mary,_Queen_of_Scots. The castle now houses the Duke_of_Lancaster's_Regimentand the Border_RegimentMuseum. In the early 12th century Henry I allowed the foundation of a priory in Carlisle. The town gained the status of a Diocesein 1122, and the priory became Carlisle_Cathedral.The introduction of Textile_manufacture_during_the_Industrial_Revolutionbegan a process of Socioeconomictransformation in Carlisle, developing into a densely populated Mill_town. This combined with its strategic position allowed for the development of Carlisle as an important railway town, with seven railway companies sharing Carlisle_railway_station.Nicknamed the Border City, Carlisle today is the main cultural, commercial and industrial centre for north Cumbria. It is home to the main campuses of the University_of_Cumbriaand a variety of museums and heritage centres. The former County_Borough_of_Carlislehad held City_status_in_the_United_Kingdomuntil the Local_Government_Act_1972was enacted in 1974.
Where was john laing born?
john laing was born in carlisle, cumbria on September 24th.
Where is the Nearest cash converters shop to maryport cumbria?
carlisle,nr argos in town centre
When was Freda Dowie born?
Freda Dowie was born in 1928, in Carlisle, Cumbria, England, UK.
What is the population of Carlisle?
Cumbria County Council provide a population figure for Carlisle of 103,500 in 2007. More current figures should be available by April/May.
What is the population of carlisle UK?
Cumbria County Council provide a population figure for Carlisle of 103,500 in 2007. More current figures should be available by April/May.
