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 Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle

Penrhyn Castle was built in the early 1820s. It is actually a country house built in the same…

Bangor
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Powis Castle and Garden
Powis Castle and Garden

Powis Castle: A Journey Through History and a Visual Feast of Opulence Welsh heritage and history come alive…

Welshpool
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Prudhoe Castle
Prudhoe Castle

Prudhoe Castle: Exploring Northumberland's Towering Fortress Nestled on the banks of the River Tyne, Prudhoe Castle stands as…

Prudhoe
the North East
Admission fee
Visit Raglan Castle
Raglan Castle

Raglan Castle: A Medieval Marvel in the Heart of Wales If you're looking for a spectacular step back…

Raglan
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Royal Welch Fusiliers Regimental Museum
Royal Welch Fusiliers Regimental Museum

The Royal Welch Fusiliers Regimental Museum is a military museum located in Caernarfon Castle, North Wales, UK. It…

Caernarfon
Wales
Admission fee
Visit Scarborough Castle
Scarborough Castle

Scarborough Castle is a historic fortress located in the town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England. The castle has…

Scarborough
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit Senhouse Roman Museum
Senhouse Roman Museum

A Portal to Britain's Ancient Past Perched atop the dramatic cliffs of Maryport, overlooking the Solway Firth, the…

Maryport
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Skipton Castle
Skipton Castle

Skipton Castle is a historic fortress located in the town of Skipton, North Yorkshire, England. It was originally…

Skipton
Yorkshire & the Humber
Admission fee
Visit St Fagans National Museum Of History
St Fagans National Museum Of History

With plenty to see and discover, your visit to St Fagan's National Museum of History in Cardiff, South…

Cardiff
Wales
Free admission
Visit St Michael’s Mount
St Michael’s Mount

St Michael's Mount is a small island located off the coast of Cornwall, England, that is rich in…

Marazion
the South West
Admission fee
Visit Stirling Castle
Stirling Castle

Stirling Castle is a historic castle located in the city of Stirling, Scotland. The castle has played an…

Stirling
Scotland
Admission fee
Visit Tamworth Castle
Tamworth Castle

Tamworth Castle is a magnificent medieval castle located in Tamworth, Staffordshire, UK. This historical site is a must-see…

Tamworth
the Midlands
Admission fee
Visit The Tower of London
The Tower of London

The Tower of London is one of the most iconic historical landmarks in England and is a must-visit…

Tower Hamlets
London
Admission fee
Visit Tintagel Castle
Tintagel Castle

Tintagel Castle is a historic site steeped in legend and mystery, perched on the rugged cliffs of the…

Tintagel
the South West
Admission fee
Visit Tynemouth Priory and Castle
Tynemouth Priory and Castle

Tynemouth Priory and Castle: A Historic Gem on the Northumberland Coast Perched atop a dramatic cliff overlooking the…

Tynemouth
the North East
Admission fee
Visit Urquhart Castle
Urquhart Castle

Urquhart Castle is an iconic Scottish fortress located on the banks of the legendary Loch Ness. It is…

Drumnadrochit
Scotland
Admission fee
Visit Warkworth Castle
Warkworth Castle

Warkworth Castle: A Monument to Medieval England From the pages of history to the present, Warkworth Castle has…

Warkworth
the North East
Admission fee
Visit Warwick Castle
Warwick Castle

Warwick Castle is a magnificent medieval castle located in the town of Warwick, in the Midlands, UK. The…

Warwick
the Midlands
Admission fee
Visit Windsor Castle
Windsor Castle

Visit the magnificent home of the late Queen Elizabeth the 2nd in Windsor, Berkshire, England. Windsor Castle dates…

Windsor
the South East
Admission fee

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