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Alnwick Castle Hogwarts in Harry Potter
English Castles

Alnwick Castle Hogwarts in Harry Potter

by Amy GreenUpdated on August 12, 2024August 12, 2024
Castles near Brighton
English Castles

Castles near Brighton

by Amy GreenUpdated on August 18, 2022October 8, 2021
Lake District Castles
English Castles

Brougham Castle

by Amy GreenUpdated on September 14, 2021September 1, 2021
Updated on September 9, 2021February 15, 2021Scottish Castles

Kildrummy Castle

Kildrummy Castle

Kildrummy Castle is a tower house in the parish of Kildrummy near Braemar in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, about 10 miles west of Ballater. History of Kildrummy …

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Updated on September 9, 2021February 14, 2021Welsh Castles

Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle was erected in 1090 by Robert FitzHamon on a bluff overlooking the river Taff. Covering an area of 189,000 sq ft (17,800 sq …

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Updated on September 8, 2021February 13, 2021English Castles

Powis Castle

Powis Castle

If you’re a fan of castles and want to visit one that’s both stunning and a bit off the beaten path, Powis Castle in Montgomeryshire …

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Updated on September 9, 2021February 12, 2021Scottish Castles

Aboyne Castle

Aboyne Castle is a Scottish baronial castle in the village of Aboyne, near Ballater, in Aberdeenshire. The original castle was built by the Frasers of …

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Updated on September 8, 2021February 11, 2021English Castles

St Andrews Castle

St Andrews Castle

The original castle was under the jurisdiction of the monks of St Andrews Priory. It was a relatively modest structure that guards prevented unauthorised access …

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Updated on September 8, 2021February 10, 2021English Castles

Bristol Castle

Bristol Castle

Bristol castle is an iconic landmark that has remained a central feature of the city’s skyline for centuries, while also providing protection against invaders. This …

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Updated on September 8, 2021February 10, 2021English Castles

Skipton Castle

Skipton Castle

Skipton Castle is a large manor house with gardens in Skipton, North Yorkshire, England. Its origins date to the thirteenth century when it was built …

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Updated on September 8, 2021February 9, 2021Irish Castles

Roscommon Castle

Roscommon Castle

Roscommon, Ireland might not be on your list when you think about Irish places worth visiting but it shouldn’t be disregarded. Located in the middle …

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Updated on September 9, 2021February 8, 2021Welsh Castles

Grosmont Castle

Grosmont Castle

Grosmont Castle is perhaps the most impressive and best-preserved Norman castle in Britain. Grosmont Castle occupies a natural defensive position upon a bend of the …

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Updated on September 8, 2021February 8, 2021English Castles

7 Amazing Castles in Somerset

7 Amazing Castles in Somerset

Today we’re exploring 7 amazing castles in Somerset in the South West of England, including Sham Castle, Daws Castle and Taunton Castle. The Best Castles …

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Amy Green author Britains Castles

Hi, my name is Amy and I am a UK based teacher and blogger. I spent most of my childhood summers exploring castles of England and Wales, and most of my adulthood teaching humanities in Secondary schools. I love visiting and learning about Norman and Medieval Castles.

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