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Craster and Dunstanburgh Castle
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Craster
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Craster itself is a quaint and picturesque fishing village and
a perfect centre for excellent walks along the coast to the north
and south. It is also the home of the famous Craster Kippers; the
smokery being located right in the village centre, right opposite
The Jolly Fisherman (Craster's local pub, right on the sea-front!)
Although tourist traffic is discouraged from entering the village,
there is a large car park just inland, complete with a Tourist Information
Centre.
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Dunstanburgh
Castle
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Craster's crowning glory is its coastal path to
the north, which leads to the vast remains of Dunstanburgh Castle.
Built in the 1300s, it suffered appalling damage by cannon fire
during the Wars of the Roses and never recovered. In spite of this
(it has been gradually decaying ever since!) it is still a charismatic
ruin. Both the coastal path leading to it and the Castle itself
promise an unforgettable experience to the visitor!
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