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Monument Number 1390467
Hob Uid: 1390467
Location : County Durham Thornley
Grid Ref : NZ3600039000
Summary : A castle was documented at Thornley in 1143, (castellum de Thornauum) when it was built or rebuilt by the lawful Bishop against the usurper Cumin. It was surrendered and retaken soon after. Last documented in 1152.
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Monument Period Name : Medieval
Display Date : Documented 1143
Monument End Date : 1152
Monument Start Date : 1143
Monument Type : Castle
Evidence : Documentary Evidence

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External Cross Reference Number : NZ 33 NE 16
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Monument Number 1390467