DMU Medieval Campus Walk

Walks, England, Leicestershire, City of Leicester
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DMU Medieval Campus Walk

Castle Gardens, Leicester

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  • 20 minutes / 0.7km
  • 8

Explore the medieval history of DMU’s campus, gaining an insight into the city’s ancient origins, with DMU Heritage Centre.

  • Great views
  • History
  • Child friendly
  • Botanics

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Map preview for DMU Medieval Campus Walk
  1. Step 1:

  2. This walk covers the medieval history of the site surrounding DMU’s Campus, with thanks to DMU’s Heritage Centre. Photos courtesy of Redpix.

    Step 2: This walk covers the medieval history of the site surrounding DMU’s Campus, with thanks to DMU’s Heritage Centre. Photos courtesy of Redpix.

  3. The walk begins at Castle Motte, the mound is all that remains of original Norman Castle constructed on the orders of William the Conqueror.

    Step 3: The walk begins at Castle Motte, the mound is all that remains of original Norman Castle constructed on the orders of William the Conqueror.

  4. Step 4: From Castle Motte, bear right through Castle Gardens towards Castle Street.

  5. As you pass through Castle Gardens you will pass the rear of the Castle Great Hall on the right.

    Step 5: As you pass through Castle Gardens you will pass the rear of the Castle Great Hall on the right.

  6. Step 6: Continue bearing right through Castle Gardens.

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