Northumberland Castles
Northumberland is home to more castles than any other English county. We travel to England’s northernmost region to hear tales of theft, murder and spooky apparitions
Its location close to the Scottish border has meant...
Top 10 things to do in the British summer holidays
School's out – great for your little ones but not so great for you once they start climbing the walls. Here's our guide to some great British days out to make the summer holidays...
Explore the mystical Tintagel Castle
The jagged Cornish coast is full of surprises, but none as captivating as Tintagel Castle, which has long been associated with the legend of King Arthur
For those who like the stuff of legends, this...
WIN a stay in a spectacular castle in stunning Pembrokeshire
We’re offering one lucky winner and their guest the chance to win a two-night stay at the spectacular Roch Castle in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The winner and their guest will also be treated to a...
Windsor Castle: The largest inhabited castle in the world
How much do you know about the history of the largest inhabited castle in the world?
Though the origins of Windsor Castle go all the way back to 1070 when William the Conqueror ordered the construction...
Spectacular aerial footage of Hever Castle
Hever Castle in Kent is a beautiful Tudor castle that is perhaps best known as the childhood home of Anne Boleyn – watch incredible aerial footage of the castle and grounds here
The most magnificent castles in Wales
There are more than 600 castles in Wales – a legacy of King Edward I and his determination to subdue Welsh dissidents. Here are some of the most majestic
The 600 or more castles in...
Visiting Windsor Castle: HM The Queen’s weekend home
Find out all about visiting Windsor Castle, the location for this year’s royal wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
Set high above the River Thames in the sleepy county of Berkshire, Windsor Castle is often...
The history of London’s castles
The capital is home to many palaces that have been impeccably preserved but London’s castles are a little more elusive. Here are four of the castles in London to have withstood the test of...
10 of Britain’s best stately homes
Britain has a wealth of beautiful stately homes, many of which are used as sets for filming period dramas for film and television. Here is our pick of the best.
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