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Northumberland, often called “castle country,” boasts more castles than any other county in England. With over 70 castle sites—many still standing proudly, others now hauntingly beautiful ruins—this northern land is steeped in stone, legend, and legacy. But why does this peaceful corner of the country have such a turbulent and fortified past?

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