We travelled the remains of an remarkable site that has witnessed centuries of change, from its construction in the 13th century to its eventual decline and transformation into the evocative landmark we explore today. Standing on high ground over the Essex marshes and overlooking the Thames estuary, the castle has had its fair share of... Continue Reading →
We decided to travel eastwards of our hometown towards Kent and in particular to Deal castle. It was the largest of the three masonry forts that were built to protect the Downs; this was one of the few sheltered anchorages in the eastern sector of the English Channel. The castle was raised by Henry VIII... Continue Reading →
Our next adventure sent us East of home to Kent, destination; Eynsford, a rare example of an early Norman medieval Castle. The castle itself was constructed on the site of an earlier Saxon building and began with the building of an impressive curtain wall that dominates the view in front of us; the curtain wall... Continue Reading →
We decided to stop off in Wiltshire to the lesser known ruin of Ludgershall Castle, we visited the area a few times before but have been greeted with restoration work and fences so it was nice to revisit the castle to see it open and accessible, join us as we explore and delve into some... Continue Reading →
We travelled back to the beautiful county of Monmouthshire in Wales to visit a now ruined castle is set against the beautiful lush hills which form a backdrop to Abergavenny town. Your visit offers you a castle and a museum in just one visit, not to mention it being a free attraction, famed for its... Continue Reading →
This blog see’s us still in the incredible Devon area, for an explore around Okehampton Castle. Built soon after the Battle of Hastings and as part of the Norman Conquest, the castle had a vital role to play in consolidating William the Conqueror’s control of the rebellious South-West of England. Okehampton Castle was built on... Continue Reading →
Lydford, a quintessentially English village, hidden away on the edge of Dartmoor in Devon is where we will explore both the Norman village church of St. Petrock and the nearly 800 year old ruins of Lydford castle that served primarily as a harsh and unforgiving prison and courthouse. The history of the village begins in... Continue Reading →
We are so excited to be exploring one of Cornwall and one of the UK’s most remarkable castles in Britain. The castle itself commands fantastic views across the valley and overlooks the surrounding beautiful Cornish countryside. The circular shell keep is one of the most complete remaining examples in the West Country. The remnants of... Continue Reading →
A late 13th century stone concentric fortress founded by King Edward the 1st, with its huge twin towered gatehouse ruins are quite intimidating, but once inside what’s more impressive is the powerful diamond-shaped inner ward and the views from the battlements, not only has this particular stronghold made history but it was also a castle... Continue Reading →
Today we explore the beautiful Church of St Mary and St David and visit the remains of Kilpeck Castle, lying in Herefordshire in the west midlands, around 7 miles from Hereford, 25 miles from Gloucester. Both these sites tell a story of significance and its origins, so join us as we take a wander. On... Continue Reading →
Today, we visit our last Castle of Gwent; Skenfrith Castle in Monmouthshire, one of the three with the last two visited previously, Grosmont and White Castle. Between them, the Three Castles controlled a large area of border country between the River Wye and the Black Mountains, with Skenfrith occupying a tactical spot on the banks... Continue Reading →
After the visit to White Castle as seen on our previous Blog we explored another one of the three castles of Gwent, Built to guard and dominate the main route between Hereford and Wales, Grosmont was built in the second half of the 11th century by the earl of Hereford, William Fitz-Osbern. Join us as... Continue Reading →
Today we visit one of the three castles of Gwent here at White Castle, whilst some castles and ruins are more mysterious than others, they all possess a rich history that went into the making of Wales as it is today: a land of natural beauty, with strong history, and the resilience to overcome the... Continue Reading →
The castle is known as the fantasy hilltop pleasure palace of a horse-mad Cavalier, poet and playboy, named William Cavendish, it’s here inside these walls that you will be transported to a lost age of aristocratic extravagance as you discover lavishly decorated rooms, the astonishing riding school and the richly coloured wall paintings that makes... Continue Reading →
The castle here at Conisbrough near Doncaster has stood at the centre of Norman rule for almost a thousand years. Housed within a stunning picturesque landscape and perched strikingly above the Don Valley in a naturally defensive position, is it any wonder that Sir Walter Scott supposedly chose it as the inspiration for the castle... Continue Reading →
We’re visiting the now abandoned village of Whorlton, the small village overlooks Swainby in North Yorkshire, in particular our visit today takes us to explore both the old church and the medieval castle of Whorlton. So why not join us. The village of Whorlton is Located right on the edge of the North York Moors... Continue Reading →
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