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Norman architecture - a Romanesque style first appearing in Normandy around 950 AD and used in Britain from the Norman Conquest until the 12th century

Romanesque, Romanesque architecture - a style of architecture developed in Italy and western Europe between the Roman and the Gothic styles after 1000 AD; characterized by round arches and vaults and by the substitution of piers for columns and profuse ornament and arcades

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IT is one of the region's most magnificent buildings, lauded as one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in Europe, and in its position dominating the skyline above the looping River Wear, Durham Cathedral has been the subject of many a stunning photograph.

Now you can snap cathedral memories; change in picture policy at durham landmark

IT is one of the region's most magnificent buildings, lauded as one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in Europe, and in its position dominating the skyline above the River Wear, Durham Cathedral has been the subject of many a stunning photograph.

Visitors now allowed to frame moment in time

IT is often cited as the best example of Norman architecture in Europe, attracting more than 750,000 visitors every year from around the world.

Architecture award for cathedral's Open Treasure exhibition; JUDGES HAIL 'INSPIRING EXPERIENCE'

Well, apart from the obvious stand-out attractions of its extraordinary Norman architecture which has been used as backdrop in films ranging from Elizabeth to Avengers: Infinity War, it houses a wealth of treasures, some famous and some of them more hidden.

Durham Cathedral - a Top 10 reasons to love the city landmark (as if you needed them); As Durham Cathedral wins more national recognition, here's why it's such a firm favourite on its home patch

The castle and cathedral together form Durham UNESCO World Heritage Site, a very early example of Norman architecture in Eng-land, as well as a site whose innovative vaulting foreshadowed later Gothic architecture in the area.

All things considered: the relighting of a World Heritage Site acknowledges the buildings' historical figures--from Pipistrelle bats to a complete set of human remains

In the village, the church of St Mary the Virgin is a fine example of Norman architecture and reflects the importance of Tutbury in Norman times.

Extensive period home with fine castle view; Castle Hill House, in Tutbury, Burton-upon-Trent, has been extensively refurbished by its current owner and boasts a much older neighbour. Alison Jones reports