Tour Norman castle

This item appears on page 104 of the October 2008 issue.

One of the largest Norman castles still surviving now serves as a dormitory for students attending University College (Durham Castle, Palace Green, Durham, DH1 3RW, U.K.; phone 0191 334 3800, fax 0191 334 3801, www.dur.ac.uk/university.college).

Guided tours of the castle are offered each afternoon from Easter to Sept. 30 and on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday for all other dates. Tours may be canceled for school events; check with the castle porter (phone 0191 334 3800) before arriving. £5 ($9) adult or £3.50 ($6.50) senior.