Have you ever dreamed of experiencing a medieval life filled magic and mystery? The answer to your fantasy may be closer than you think. Ireland’s …

Winter is coming, and its the perfect time to explore some beautifully eerie abandoned sites. Time has taken its toll on these ancient buildings, with …

It can be hard to believe that some castles, as beautiful, mysterious, and alluring as they are, were once so unloved that they ended up being abandoned. Turrets and towers were sometimes left to fall into ruin or the once mighty palaces were deliberately damaged to stop them from being useful any …

The Harewood estate is dominated by the grandeur of Harewood House. Understandably, the Grade I-listed, 18th-century mansion is a magnet for …

After 650 years – and four months – visitors can follow in Uther Pendragon’s footsteps A £5m footbridge to a dramatic, wind-battered headland that is at the heart of Arthurian legend will this weekend finally open to the public. The bridge, one of the most ambitious, complicated and at times …

(CNN) — What is it about castles that fascinates so many people around the globe? A lot of the allure derives from the history and human drama that played out within the walls, as well as the astonishing architecture that features on so many castles. But they’re also romantic and somewhat mystical, …

The Wild Atlantic Way stretches from the very top of Ireland to the bottom, following the west coast from Inishowen, in Donegal, to Kinsale, in Cork. …

Ask a child where a king and queen live, and they’re likely to say a castle or a palace. But what’s the difference between the two? Here’s how to …

Some people make the mistake of thinking that you have to go through to the east coast and Edinburgh or Aberdeen for castles. Glasgow and the west …

A POPULAR Irish castle has been ranked among the 10 most beautiful castles in the world. Kilkenny Castle has been named as part of an impressive list …

Germany is naturally a beautiful country. But when you start thinking about castles, you will love it even more. And all of that because Germany is, …

Day One of #CastleWeek takes us to Pembrokeshire in Wales and the gorgeous Roch Castle. Set in 10 acres of private grounds, it’s just a short drive …

If we put aside the inevitable desolation of communities by White Walkers, the burning misery of wildfire and the constant back-stabbing of those in …

Castles are amazing places to explore as a family. Younger kids can enjoy playing the chivalrous knight or the warrior queen, older children can soak …

HISTORY will be brought to life this Easter with re-enactments and more at various Cadw sites. Wales’ biggest fortress, Caerphilly Castle, will …

With its many gorgeous castles and châteaux, France can often feel like a fairy tale. Visitors can explore everything from medieval strongholds that …

Along a 300-mile route in Aberdeenshire you’ll find hundreds of historic castles, making it the highest concentration in all of the UK. If you’re …

Every year, a group of judges get together and choose a selection of British properties that rank among the highest in the country on a number of …

Stunning landscapes, irascible locals and historic landmarks – Ireland packs it all into a small, easy-to-navigate package. Discover why everyone …

Did you know that 2019 marks 500 years since the birth of the French Renaissance? That grand era of art, music, and architecture—wait, don’t tell me you’re not celebrating this momentous occasion?! Well, lucky for you the fantastically beautiful Loire Valley is celebrating. The Loire’s dreamy array …

Make like a distinguished British aristocrat with a luxury stay in one of these 5-star, heritage-listed luxury hotels housed in fairy-tale castles …

Film tourists helped Scotland’s castles enjoy an increase in visitors, new figures suggest. Historic Environment Scotland said more people were visiting after Scotland was used as a location in films such as Mary Queen of Scots. Fans of the TV shows Outlander and Outlaw King also boosted numbers.

English Heritage has defended its decision to restore a lost crossing at Tintagel Castle in Cornwall after historians claimed a land bridge never existed at the site. Last week the organisation released plans for a new footbridge, claiming it would join the two parts of the castle which have been …

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VISIT any major European capital and it doesn’t take long to get a feel for the city’s flavour. But Bucharest takes the best bits from around the …

The world is full of visible palaces, castles and manor houses, but there is a danger that we could forget some of mankind’s most impressive …

As you drive out of Cardiff on the A469 towards Caerphilly up the Thornhill road, you leave the city behind and wind your way to Caerphilly …

But someday you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again. Well, while you aren’t old enough to read fairytales, I’ll try to inspire you …

I once read somewhere that there were “no impressive castles in Provence”. And while I understand where the writer was coming from with this …

The Norman Conquest entirely changed the history of England from 1066 CE onwards. After Harold II’s defeat and death at the Battle of Hastings in …

Germany is home to some of the most beautiful castles steeped in history. Appreciate the country’s breathtaking architecture by taking a look at these 10 fairy tale castles – and tick them off your bucket list the next time you visit Germany.

In the same way that traveling to France should never be limited to visiting Paris, learning about its rich history and checking out some of its …

Neuschwanstein Castle, built by King Ludwig II, remains the biggest tourist magnet in Bavaria. Bayreuth and Munich are also popular with …

Dunluce was abandoned by 1639. Apparently, the kitchen collapsed into the sea, along with some kitchen staff. The castle fell into disrepair during …

Centuries ago, hundreds of castles sprawled across Japan. Today, we can still tread the polished, pristine floorboards of a few of these surviving …

If we are asked to visualize a castle, most of us will come with the image of a grand building made up of stone, with several towers and an …

Starborough Castle in Kent is steeped in history This wonderfully unique gothic castle is a rare gem hidden away in Marsh Green, Kent – and comes …

From Ringwork to Stone Fortification: Power and the Evolution of Anglo-Norman Castles in North-Eastern Ireland Abstract: Castle building played a …