Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Summer ideas: The historic Kolossi castle in Cyprus
The original castle was built around the year 1210 by the Frankish military, when the land of Kolossi was given by King Hugh I to the Knights of the Order of St John of Jerusalem. FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE CYPRUS THE HISTORIC Kolossi Castle is a former Crusader stronghold on the south-west edge of Kolossi village, just … Continue reading
Castle-like Scottish manor on the market for the affordable price of $325,000
A six-bedroom country house in Scotland is on the market for the surprisingly affordable price of £200,000 ($325,000). The 492-square-metre home, known as Chesterhill House, is on a 1.3-hectare woodland property in the small town of Newport-on-Tay in Fife. Built in 1870, the three-storey Tudor-Italianate style home includes many distinctive architectural features, such as castellated … Continue reading
Miniature CASTLE previously owned by Buddhist monks and with a romantic fairytale history can be yours for just £275k
BE KING OF A CASTLE Miniature castle previously owned by Buddhist monks and with a romantic fairytale history can be yours for just £275k Dobroyd Castle, in the heart of the Pennines, was built by a rich industrialist as a symbol of love for his wife THIS miniature castle, previously owned by Buddhist monks and … Continue reading
Watch: Take in the bliss of the blooming gardens at Blarney Castle | Irish Examiner
Peter Dowdall takes a walk around the blooming Castle gardens this week, where the borders are summer-blowsy. I found myself wandering around the grounds at Blarney Castle recently. No, I hadn’t decided to join the throngs in line to obtain the gift of the gab, best of luck to them. No, I was here purely … Continue reading
Ghost hunters wanted for a spooky event at Kent’s most haunted castle | Kent Live
Wannabe ghost hunters have the chance to hunt the paranormal at one of the country’s most haunted castles next week.Dover Castle is said to be haunted by a drummer boy who was murdered during the Napoleanic wars.It is believed he was decapitated by robbers, and his headless spirit now haunts the castle grounds banging his … Continue reading
Castle on a hill | TNS – The News on Sunday
It was March 2014, when out of nowhere this castle’s photo appeared in my Facebook’s Newsfeed. I don’t remember searching for castles on Google, but there it was. Maybe it was a sign for me, that what I was seeking, was seeking me as well as Rumi had said. I was going to visit my … Continue reading
Former Mackay man is creating a full-sized Gothic castle | Mackay Daily Mercury
A FORMER Mackay man, who has worked on art projects in the city centre, is building a full-sized Gothic castle in Geeveston, Tasmania. Francis Shepherd and Christina Kent started building Castle Phoenix in 2010 and have just finished their first battlements. They are funding the project themselves through tiling work, and the castle is expected … Continue reading
Old castle attracts tourists in Shanxi – Global Times
Photo taken on Aug. 2, 2017 shows the walls of Xiangyu Castle in Qinshui County, north China’s Shanxi Province. Three years ago, the 400-year-old castle was empty and deserted. After reconstruction, Xiangyu castle now attracts tourists with its beautiful moat, unique walls and courtyards. (Xinhua/Cao Yang) Photo taken on Aug. 2, 2017 shows a tourist … Continue reading
Agents appointed to sell Staffs castle | Insider Media Ltd
8 Aug 2017 Midlands Storm Rannard A grade I-listed moated castle in Staffordshire, which was once home to the Wedgwood family, has been placed on the market. Pennycuick Collins and Paul Carr Exclusive & Rural Homes have been appointed joint agents on the sale of Caverswall Castle. Planning permission is in place to create a … Continue reading
Osu Castle In Ruins | General News | Peacefmonline.com
The Osu castle, once an impregnable and invincible seat of power, is a pale shadow of itself.The castle, famed for both the good, bad and ugly tales, earned both notoriety and awe during the heady days of former President Rawlings. The tales about the castle, built by Danes in 1661, are many and varied. They … Continue reading