Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Inside the Ruined Castle of a Medieval Serial Killer | VICE | Australia / NZ
Čachtice Castle is near Trenčín in northern Slovakia. All images by the author. In the early part of the 17th century, a Hungarian countess named Elizabeth Bathory was accused of murdering some 650 women across what is today known as Slovakia. Legend has it that Bathory’s servants lured young women to the countess’ castles with … Continue reading
Island Time | New Canaan-Darien CT | New Canaan-Darien Magazine
Island Time Forget sunbathing and jet-skiing—these islands offer up a whole different experience By Kim-Marie Evans Boldt Castle, Thousand Islands Islands have held a mystical pull for travelers through the ages. The isolation and serenity that come with infinite borders of water and wind hold an allure the mainland just can’t match. This month we … Continue reading
I didn’t expect Asian Art in a Romanian Castle | Unexpected Art
The two story grand entrance hall, full of carved wood, marble columns, red carpets and suits of armour. Peles Castle in Romania is an example of neo-renaissance-gothic revival style.So when I got there, I saw lots of carved wood, carved stone, garden statuary, tapestries, grand staircases, the usually trapping of European castles and palaces. … Continue reading
Row erupts over sell-off of Castle Toward’s pathways | News | The National
A NEW row has begun over access to the grounds of a former residential arts centre being sold off to private developers by a Scottish council after the masterplan was published. Nineteenth century mansion Castle Toward hosted generations of schoolchildren in arts and outdoor education programmes until its closure in 2009. A community bid to … Continue reading
App aims to uncover history of Carrickfergus Castle – The Irish News
Paul Ainsworth 22 September, 2016 01:00 A NEW smartphone app aims to help families explore one of the north’s most iconic castles. Kids ‘n Castles is being created at the behest of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council to encourage more visits to Carrickfergus Castle. The famous Norman fortress sees thousands of visitors a year explore … Continue reading
Callan says ‘key structure’ Ardee Castle must be funded – This is Ardee
Callan says ‘key structure’ Ardee Castle must be funded Posted 20th September, 2016 Independent councillor Kevin Callan has added his voice to the calls for Ardee Castle to open to the public by urging Louth County Councl to press ahead with plans to seek Failte Ireland funding for the historic old building that remains closed … Continue reading
Why visitors love Scotland’s Misty Isle of Skye | News OK
PORTREE, Scotland (AP) — Bonny Prince Charlie saw Scotland’s isle of Skye on the run. He was fleeing government troops after his Highland rebellion ended disastrously at the 18th century Battle of Culloden. My visit was hurried, too, although due to nothing more exciting than a tight schedule — no redcoats on my tail. Luckily, … Continue reading
You could live in an actual Castle in Gower if you have £750,000 to spare | South Wales Evening Post
Comments (1) A WELSHMAN’S home may be his castle – but that would actually be true if you live in this property. Llanddewi Castle is actually a 16th century farmhouse in Reynoldston, Gower. But it is believed to have incorporated parts of a castle that once stood on the site, and, looking at it, you wouldn’t … Continue reading
Historic Rhinebeck Manse, Now A Ruin, Goes On Auction Block | Northwest Dutchess Daily Voice
RHINEBECK, N.Y. –Wyndclyffe, a once opulent Rhinebeck manse but now a gloomy ruin, will go on the block on Wednesday, Sept. 21, according to a report by The Poughkeepsie Journal. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court has ordered the former home of wealthy New York socialite Elizabeth Schermerhorn Jones be auctioned off at the New York LaGuardia … Continue reading
French are building this medieval-style castle by hand – Star2.com
Blacksmiths, stonemasons and quarrymen are hard at work in a Burgundy forest building a 13th century-style castle using the most basic tools and materials, replicating the methods used hundreds of years ago to better understand them. Forgoing all modern technology, workers use hammers to break stones and forge iron, operate wooden wheels to hoist their … Continue reading