Castles

The ancient castles that are scattered across the length and breadth of Britain are testaments to the country’s fascinating past. Some have weathered and crumbled in time, leaving ruins ready to be explored. Others stand as proud as they once did when they were first built. However, they have all witnessed some of the world’s most significant events in history, from monumental invasions and the highest of celebrations to the bloodiest of battles.
royal berkshire

Royal Berkshire: County of Kings

Berkshire’s royal seal of approval stretches back to the time of William the Conqueror. Soak up the ages-old pageantry and ceremony at Windsor Castle, but don’t miss this historic county’s quieter side Royal Berkshire What makes a...

A day in the life of a Beefeater at the Tower of London

Beefeater Rob Fuller, the Chief Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London, takes us through a typical day at his historic home and place of work Editor's note*: At the time of this interview Rob...

Christmas at Windsor Castle and Holyrood Palace 2023

Christmas at the residences of His Majesty King Charles III and Queen Camilla officially is just a few weeks away. Visitors to Windsor Castle and Holyrood Palace from 23 November until Christmas will be...
Buckingham Palace

The Crown filming locations you can actually visit

To commemorate the iconic royal show's return to our screens this autumn, here we list some of the The Crown filming locations around Britain you can actually visit... Words by Kaeah Sen The Crown, Netflix’s über-successful...
pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire: Land of enchantment

With its ancient ruins, hidden coves and seaside villages, Pembrokeshire is surely Wales's most enticing region Words by Natasha Foges Pembrokeshire, the beautiful coastal county at Wales’s southwestern tip, feels wonderfully Welsh, with its green lanes...
best castles in kent

The best castles in Kent

The coastal county of Kent is home to no less than 30 castles. From magnificent homes to mighty military fortresses, each has its own fascinating story to tell. Here, we list the best castles...
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West Sussex and the South Downs

West Sussex's rolling hills, dotted with castles, gardens and stately homes, soothe the soul Words by Catherine Jones With its glorious, undulating countryside punctuated by historic market towns and impossibly idyllic villages, it’s no wonder West...
lindisfarne

Lindisfarne: A history of Holy Island

Once the holiest site in Anglo-Saxon England, the beautiful tidal island of Lindisfarne is a haven for historians Driving over the Lindisfarne causeway from the English mainland is one of the most memorable experiences you...
hever castle

Hever Castle: Castle of queens

Hever Castle has long been associated with Anne Boleyn, but fascinating new findings reveal how another of Henry VIII's queens made her mark Words by Sandra Lawrence Back in those golden, pre-pandemic days, the team at...

The Eastbury Hotel and Spa, Dorset: review

We visit The Eastbury Hotel and Spa in Dorset, an idyllically placed Georgian Townhouse hotel with a dreamy secret garden, in the picture-perfect town of Sherborne The countryside as you drive through Dorset and towards...
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