When we think of castles, we imagine tall, stone structures with soaring turrets and crenelated ramparts. Maybe even something with a moat! But let’s not …
Pleshey Castle

Blogging my way around the castles of the United Kingdom
When we think of castles, we imagine tall, stone structures with soaring turrets and crenelated ramparts. Maybe even something with a moat! But let’s not …
Sussex castles are an ancient symbol of their land. These magnificent buildings were constructed for protection, as a home for the family, or as punishment. …
If you’re looking to explore England’s medieval past, there are few better places than the county of Suffolk! Rich in castles and ancient buildings, this …
Harewood Castle is a 19th-century country house in Harewood, West Yorkshire, England. The house was commissioned by Earl Fitzwilliam to serve as an ornamental residence …
This post will be about Lydford castle. One of the most haunted castles in England, this castle is steeped in history and has done battle …
The Tower of London is one of the most famous castles in England. It was built by William the Conqueror, partly to protect London from …
Spofforth Castle is a ruined medieval building in the village of Spofforth, about 9 miles south of Morpeth, Northumberland. The first castle on the site …
The county of Cumbria in northern England has a rich and interesting history, with many castles dotted throughout the region. The following article will detail …
This article is about how old Beaconsthorpe castle is. It’s also about the history of the place and why it’s called Beaconsthorpe. The castle is …
Dorset is county of England that has many castles. These castles give insight into the lives of the owners and inhabitants during the Middle Ages. …