Farleigh Hungerford Castle ruins are located in Somerset, on a hillside close to the river Frome and just 9 miles from the historic city of Bath. The castle is in fact a medieval fortified mansion, built in the 14th century by the Hungerford family and has a compelling and sometimes gruesome past. Today the castle … Read more
The medieval Craigmillar Castle is located with-in the confines of the city of Edinburgh, approximately three miles southeast from the city centre. Built 14th Century Onwards Type Medieval Castle Condition Ruinous – Major Stonework Intact Ownership Historic Scotland Access Public – Admission Fee Click here to watch our video exploring Craigmillar Castle and discover it’s … Read more
Edinburgh Castle stands proudly in the heart of the city high upon Castle Rock, an extinct volcano. The site has been occupied for at least 3000 years and has been a royal centre since at least 1093 up until 1633 when its principal purpose became a military base. The castle has seen its fair share … Read more
Kenilworth Castle is located in the town of Kenilworth in Warwickshire and dates back to the 12th century. It was first founded by Geoffrey De Clinton and developed and extended numerous times. The castle’s history goes back a long way and includes many royal and other significant historical figures. Kenilworth was the subject of a … Read more
Chambercombe Manor has been described as the most haunted place in Devon and even one of the most haunted in Britain, it certainly has a long and sometimes chequered past. Many paranormal researchers have visited and it has been featured on the popular television show “Most Haunted”. Our visit was in the middle of August … Read more
Croft Castle is located in the village of Croft in Herefordshire. The site was first established in around 1085 by the Croft family and for the majority of its existence has been home to the family. Built 11th Century (original castle) Type Motte-and-Bailey originally (now a country house) Condition Intact (See notes further down) Ownership … Read more
Tintagel Castle in Cornwall is a 13th century medieval fortress with a history that dates back much further and is immersed with the legends of King Arthur. The castle is built half over the mainland and half over a jagged headland bulging out into the Cornish sea. During the high middle ages (13th century) Richard, … Read more
Hampton Court Castle in Herefordshire dates back to the 15th Century and was first built by Sir Rowland Lenthall. The castle has had a number of transformations over the centuries and is now fully restored. Built 15th Century Type Medieval Castle Condition Intact (Renovated) Ownership Private Access Public – Fee (tours only). Wedding Venue. Click … Read more
Brougham castle is located just a couple of miles southeast of the market town Penrith. The 13th century castle is situated on the southern bank of the River Eamont, close to where the River Lowther merges with the Eamont and the castle was founded by Norman Robert de Vieuxpont. Previous to the medieval castle, the … Read more
The striking sandstone remains of Penrith Castle are situated within the busy Cumbrian town of Penrith besides busy roads with a train station opposite although this was not the case when the fortification was originally constructed. There is a fair amount of uncertainty over Penrith Castle’s origins which perhaps adds to its intrigue. Built 14th … Read more