Located in County Durham in England, this castle has quite a rich history dating back to the 12th century, it originally was built as a defensive structure by King Henry II around 1170 and the castle had strategic importance, because of guarding the important Stainmore pass route through the Pennine Mountains, so it came to... Continue Reading →
Built within the walls of a former roman Saxon shore fort. It was initially a series of earthworks that supplement the existing roman walls but it was later on rebuilt as a substantial medieval fortress. It endured many sieges through its long history and was also used to imprison King James I of Scotland, the... Continue Reading →
This time we’re at Bramber Castle, situated in West Sussex, located in the village of the same name and what was once a Norman motte-and-bailey castle, the barebone remains of Bramber might give you a small uninspiring picture of what once stood here, but what there is here is an abundance of interesting history and... Continue Reading →
Near the village of Tisbury and west of Salisbury towards one of the Nadder Valley’s best kept secrets – the magnificent Old Wardour Castle. Today the unusual hexagonal ruins of Old Wardour stand serenely in their lakeside setting, protected by acres of wood. This was not always the case and the ruin testifies to bitter... Continue Reading →
Standing proudly on the banks of the River Trent, the Castle has weathered many historic storms since it was built nearly 900 years ago and is the site where notoriously famed ‘Bad King John' took his last breath. Although partially destroyed during the Civil War, the remains still boast the largest gateway of any Castle... Continue Reading →
On the border of Sussex and Kent near to the village of Robertsbridge, Bodiam has been a brooding symbol of power for over 700 years and possesses all of the key ingredients you can imagine in a castle – spiral staircases, battlements, windows for loosing arrows and ruins where knights once roamed and a surrounding... Continue Reading →
Today, we explore the remains of a Stronghold caught up in the border wars and set in a strategic position; settled above the banks of the River Tweed are the ruins of an commanding, important and striking Norman fortress. The walls echo the stories of the bloody battles, invasions and are scarred with over nine... Continue Reading →
This ruinous stronghold is now a fine example of a small castle close to the border between England and Scotland. It lies in what was formerly a wild and dangerous region, where raiding and warfare were common during the middle Ages. Captured by the Scots in 1513 during James IV’s attempted invasion of England, but... Continue Reading →
Your journey begins with a very peaceful walk through the trees of the Dirleton estate where winding paths take you through impeccably maintained flowerbeds and lawns and the castle itself is perched on top of a huge rock outcrop that must have made it an almost impenetrable fortress 800 years ago. Although much of the... Continue Reading →
We explore the isolated eerie ruins sitting in the wild and remote hills of Liddesdale between Scotland and England. The lands in which this castle sits on were once the hotspot and heart of the middle march which was known as the bloodiest valley in Britain. The castle has a reputation for being haunted by... Continue Reading →
We got to explore a 13th century fortified manor house that takes shape of a castle in mighty Northumberland and is a wonderful survival from the middle ages. It remains almost completely intact and is set in the beautiful woodlands with an interesting history to be explored, having been raided, burnt and changed hands many... Continue Reading →
Today, we visit Barnard Castle; the castle, not the town, although sharing the same name - is one of the most historic castles in the north of England. It has been fought over, won and lost, by some of the most famous figures in English history. It has also been claimed by nobles, bishops, and... Continue Reading →
Northumberland, a county steeped in rich history and breath-taking landscapes, is home to some of England's most captivating landmarks and one such gem is Prudhoe Castle, a medieval fortress nestled in the heart of the Northumberland countryside. With its dramatic architecture, intriguing past, and stunning surroundings, Prudhoe Castle stands as a testament to the region's... Continue Reading →
This week we visit a fortified manor house that belonged to the powerful Percy family. Left ruinous and in a state of decay, this manor house was here as early as the 11th Century, and are located in the middle of the village of Spofforth in North Yorkshire, these ruins here are quite atmospheric, with... Continue Reading →
Kenilworth is host to one of England’s most spectacular castles that once stood at the heart of a vast hunting ground and surrounded by a huge man-made lake, it represented a rich prize to the generations of great men who owned and embellished it – among them are John of Gaunt, Henry V and Robert... Continue Reading →
This week we get to explore a vast, ruined 15th century military gothic castle, we climb the stairs of Lord Hastings tower, we head underground through the passageway and we discover life for the rich and famous that lived and dined at this incredible castle. So join us as we walk the remains of Ashby-De-La-Zouch... Continue Reading →
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