Former Morpeth Court, Castle Bank, Morpeth
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Former Morpeth Court, Castle Bank, Morpeth
Image: © Geoff Holland Taken: 25 Jun 2025
This impressive building is a former judicial structure which used to be the entrance block for a prison as well as the main courthouse for the area. Designed by renowned North East architect John Dobson in a castellated gothic style it is a Grade II* Listed building. It is currently used as an antiques centre and for housing purposes.
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Image Location
Latitude
55.165032
Longitude
-1.685565