Castles

The United Kingdom has an abundance of castles still standing in some form today. Some Castles are still complete and many in ruins of different variations. England alone has over 800 medieval castles with visible remains. Wales has a further 600, Scotland around 1500 and around 40 in Northern Ireland. The earliest castles date back to the 11th century.

Visit Chepstow Castle
Chepstow Castle

Chepstow Castle: A Testament to Time and History Overlooking the River Wye, Chepstow Castle stands as a monument…

Chepstow
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Chirk Castle
Chirk Castle

Chirk Castle: Stepping Back in Time to Medieval Wales Nestled in the charming Welsh countryside and encompassed by…

Chirk
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Clitheroe Castle Museum
Clitheroe Castle Museum

Clitheroe Castle, an ancient site that has overlooked the charming town of Clitheroe for nearly 800 years, is…

Clitheroe
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Colchester Castle
Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle is situated in Colchester, Essex. This sensational castle which dates back to 1076, is truly worth…

Colchester
the East of England
Admission fee
Visit Conwy Castle
Conwy Castle

Conwy Castle is a medieval fortification located in the walled town of Conwy, North Wales. It was built…

Conwy
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Craigmillar Castle
Craigmillar Castle

Explore the Rich History of Edinburgh: Visit The Craigmillar Castle Located just three miles from the heart of…

Edinburgh
Scotland
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Visit Culzean Castle
Culzean Castle

Culzean Castle, located on the west coast of Scotland, is an impressive 18th-century castle that sits on a…

Maybole
Scotland
Admission fee
Visit Dunluce Castle
Dunluce Castle

Dunluce Castle is a ruined medieval castle located in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It is situated on a…

Bushmills
Northern Ireland
Admission fee
Visit Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle, situated high above the city of Edinburgh, on castle rock dates back to the 12th century.…

Edinburgh
Scotland
Admission fee
Visit Eilean Donan Castle
Eilean Donan Castle

Experience Scotland's Iconic Heritage: Visit The Eilean Donan Castle Perched on a tiny island at the confluence of…

Dornie
Scotland
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Visit Enniskillen Castle Museums
Enniskillen Castle Museums

Enniskillen Castle Museums are a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history of Northern Ireland. The castle,…

Enniskillen
Northern Ireland
Admission fee
Visit Glenarm Castle
Glenarm Castle

Glenarm Castle, located in the picturesque village of Glenarm in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, is a stunning and…

Ballymena
Northern Ireland
Admission fee
Visit Gwrych Castle
Gwrych Castle

Located in North Wales and close to the popular town of Abergele is the magnificent Gwrych Castle. The…

Abergele
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Harlech Castle
Harlech Castle

Harlech Castle is a medieval fortress located in Harlech, Wales. It was built by Edward I of England…

Harlech
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Harwich Redoubt Fort
Harwich Redoubt Fort

The splendid Harwich Redoubt Fort is genuinely worth a visit. For lovers of Military Forts and the Napoleonic…

Harwich
the East of England
Admission fee
Visit Hever Castle & Gardens
Hever Castle & Gardens

Hever Castle & Gardens is a historic castle and estate located in Kent, England. The castle was once…

Hever
the South East
Admission fee
Visit Inniskillings Museum
Inniskillings Museum

The Inniskillings Museum, located in the heart of the charming town of Enniskillen in Northern Ireland, is a…

Enniskillen
Northern Ireland
Admission fee
Visit Inveraray Castle
Inveraray Castle

Inveraray Castle is a magnificent 18th-century castle located in Inveraray, Argyll, Scotland. The castle was built in the…

Inveraray
Scotland
Admission fee
Visit Inverness Castle
Inverness Castle

Inverness Castle is a historic fortress located in the heart of Inverness, the capital city of the Scottish…

Inverness
Scotland
Admission fee
Visit Jewel Tower
Jewel Tower

The Jewel Tower is a hidden gem of London’s history, located in the heart of Westminster. Built in…

Westminster
London
Admission fee

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