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 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
Visit Lancaster Castle
Lancaster Castle

A Rich Tapestry of History and Heritage Perched atop a hill overlooking the city of Lancaster, Lancaster Castle…

Lancaster
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Lindisfarne Castle
Lindisfarne Castle

Lindisfarne Castle is a historic castle located on the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, in Northumberland, England. It is…

Holy Island
the North East
Admission fee
Visit Linlithgow Palace
Linlithgow Palace

Linlithgow Palace is one of Scotland's most magnificent palaces, located in the charming town of Linlithgow, just a…

Linlithgow
Scotland
Admission fee
Visit Lowther Castle
Lowther Castle

The Romantic Ruin of Cumbria Nestled within the dramatic landscapes of the Lake District, Lowther Castle stands as…

Penrith
the North West
Admission fee
Visit Newcastle Castle
Newcastle Castle

Located in Newcastle - Tyne and Wear, Newcastle Castle is a great place to visit for History &…

Newcastle
the North East
Admission fee
Visit Norwich Castle
Norwich Castle

Norwich Castle is a medieval royal fortification in the city of Norwich, England. The castle was originally built…

Norwich
the East of England
Admission fee
Visit Old Wardour Castle
Old Wardour Castle

Old Wardour Castle is a former medieval castle located in Wiltshire, England. The castle was built in the…

Salisbury
the South West
Admission fee
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

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