"Few buildings in England can boast a longer history of continuous occupation than Durham Castle. Founded soon after the Norman Conquest, the Castle has been rebuilt, extended and adapted to changing circumstances and uses over a period of 900 years." (Department of the Environment, World Heritage List Nomination.)

Below is an interactive plan of Durham Castle. Click on one of the red numbers to visit the site named in the status bar at the foot of your browser.

Alternatively, below is a list of sites in the Castle. Click any item on the list to visit that site.

1. The Gatehouse
2. The Courtyard
3. The Entrance, Buttery and Kitchen
4. The Great Hall
5. The Black Staircase
6. The Bishop's Rooms
7. The Norman Gallery
8. Bishop Tunstall's Gallery
9. The Senate Room Suite
10. The Norman Chapel
11. Bishop Tunstall's Chapel
12. The Castle Keep