Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Romania’s famous Bran Castle, a business with 60% profit margin in 2016
The company that manages the famous Bran Castle in central Romania, also known as Dracula’s Castle, registered revenues of nearly EUR 5 million in 2016, up 38% year-on-year, and a profit of almost EUR 3 million, up 37% year-on-year, according to data reported to the Ministry of Finance, cited by Bizbrasov.ro. In 2015, the revenues amounted to … Continue reading
Isabella d’Este’s castle in Mantua, one of the first “designer homes”
The Castle of St. George in Mantua is one of the city’s most emblematic monuments dating from the days of the Gonzaga Court. Erected at the end of the 14th century by Captain Francesco I Gonzaga, it was transformed into the family residence by Ludovico I and served for many years as the home of … Continue reading
The best castles to visit within an hour’s drive from mid Essex | Essex Live
If you love a bit of history and finding out about how the other half used to live, a trip to a castle is just perfect. You can explore the old rooms, admire the artefacts and find out how the kings, queens and knights used to spend their time. There’s something so magical about castles, … Continue reading
Chirk Castle grounds closed after suspicious package found « Shropshire Star
PUBLISHED: April 21, 2017 14:28 Chirk Castle grounds closed after suspicious package found Bomb disposal experts were called in when a suspicious package was found in the grounds of Chirk Castle today. The National Trust property’s gardens were cleared during the morning when the package was spotted on the fence line. Local police were contacted and … Continue reading
Public meetings scheduled for Scotty’s Castle recovery – News – Gridley Herald – Gridley, CA – Gridley, CA
DEATH VALLEY, CA – Death Valley National Park is seeking public input into its plans to repair flood damage at Scotty’s Castle. Public meetings are scheduled in the coming weeks in Beatty, Pahrump, and Death Valley. Scotty’s Castle was extensively damaged by a flash flood on October 18, 2015. About three inches of rain in … Continue reading
| News | Pembroke and Pembroke Dock Observer
Manorbier Castle will be the magnificent setting for a very special medieval banquet on May 5 to celebrate the Wales Year of Legends. Famous as being the birthplace of Gerald of Wales, the son of Princess Nest, Gerald was a medieval clergyman and chronicler and in more modern times the castle has also been used … Continue reading
These heritage sites in Dublin, Kilkenny and Tipperary take in the most money
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Three rare black swan cygnets hatch at Kent castle | Meridian – ITV News
Three baby black swans – cygnets – have hatched at Leeds Castle. There have been a record seven black swan nestings at the castle in Kent this year. The young ones are attracting tourists in their own right to the castle. There are 26 adult black swans in the castle’s moat. They are the emblem … Continue reading
Floors Castle hosts Easter family fun day | Border – ITV News
The gates to Floors Castle in Kelso are open to the public especially for Easter weekend. Castle tours, garden workshops, family fun and outdoor explorations are all taking place within the grounds. There’ll also be bouncy castles, craft stalls and face painting. Organisers say they want to encourage visitors to the Scottish Borders, as well … Continue reading
Scottish Borders castle secures future | Border – ITV News
Thirlestane Castle in the Scottish Borders has secured £150,000 of funding to help secure its future. The 16th century home was forced to close in 2012 following an outbreak of dry rot, which spread through the building. Since then, the owners have been working on a sustainable business plan to reopen it to visitors and … Continue reading