What does Barnard Castle mean in slang?

What does Barnard Castle mean in slang?

a pathetic excuse
“Barney Castle” is a phrase in the dialect of County Durham meaning “a pathetic excuse”, generally thought to derive from the incident when Bowes retreated into the castle. Eric Partridge included the phrase in A Dictionary of Slang and Unconventional English (1937).

Is Barnard Castle School a good school?

Barnard Castle School is a happy, relaxed and purposeful school in which good academic results are achieved. Academic value-added is high per pupil and reflects effective teaching and learning. The quality of relationships between pupils and between pupils and staff is an outstanding feature of the school.

How many pupils are in Barnard Castle School?

Founded as an all-boys school, it has been fully co-educational since 1993. There are around 660 pupils and some 200 members of staff.

What was Barnard Castle used for?

Barnard Castle was begun soon after 1093 on a dramatic site above the river Tees. The castle was built to control a river crossing between the Bishop of Durham’s territory and the Honour of Richmond. Much of the present castle was built during the 12th and early 13th centuries by the Balliol family.

Who built Barnard Castle?

Bernard Balliol
Barnard Castle itself dates back to Norman times and was built by Bernard Balliol between 1112 – 1132. His father, Guy de Baliol, came to England with William the Conqueror’s invading army and, around 1093, was given the land by William Rufus.

Is Barnard Castle a town?

Barnard Castle in Teesdale is a historic market town which takes its name from the castle around which it grew. The castle, an English Heritage property, was named after its 12th Century founder, Bernard de Balliol, and was later developed by Richard III whose boar emblem is carved above a window in the inner ward.

Does Barnard Castle have a market?

Barnard Castle Farmers’ Market is one of the North East’s most popular markets featuring a wide range of artisan food and crafts from the region. We’re outdoors on the Cobbles in Barnard Castle the first Saturday each month from April to December, and indoors in the Witham Hall in February and March.

Is Yarm School private?

Yarm School is one of the leading private schools in the North East. The School is situated in the attractive town of Yarm, Teesside and welcomes boys and girls from nursery through to sixth form.

What river flows through Barnard Castle?

the River Tees
A walk along the banks of the River Tees Barnard Castle is a bustling market town in Teesdale, rural County Durham. The town boasts a ruined 12th century royal castle, the amazing 19th century Bowes Museum, and a fine cobbled market place.

Where does Lord Barnard live?

County Durham
He lives and works in County Durham. He owns the Raby Estates and castle, and other properties. He is Honorary President of Teesdale & Weardale Search & Mountain Rescue Team.

Does Barnard Castle have a train station?

The nearest station to Barnard Castle is Bishop Auckland, which is served by trains to and from Darlington and Middlesbrough. Once you exit the station, take the X1 service to the town hall and then change to either the X75 or X76 Arriva service, which runs directly to the site.