DMU Medieval Campus Walk

Walks, England, Leicestershire, City of Leicester

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  • Step 1:

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

  • Step 6: Continue bearing right through Castle Gardens.

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