The gatehouse entrance to Auckland Castle in the town of Bishop Auckland, Co. Durham, in north east England.

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Auckland Castle (often known locally as The Bishop's palace), has been the official residence of the Bishop of Durham since 1832. However, its history goes back much earlier, being established as a hunting lodge for the Prince Bishops of Durham. The castle is surrounded by 800 acres ( km2) of parkland, which was originally used by the Bishops for hunting and is today open to the public.

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Location: Bishop Auckland, Durham, England, UK
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