Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Woodcroft Castle on the market for £1.5million | Daily Mail Online
Published: 08:24 EST, 20 July 2016 | Updated: 08:39 EST, 20 July 2016 Wealthy property hunters who are in the market for a new home and have always wanted to live like a king or queen are in luck – a spectacular late 13th century castle is listed for nearly £1.5million. Perfect for a fan … Continue reading
Collapse risk for parts of Kilwaughter Castle – Larne Times
A planning application has been lodged to take down parts of the listed Kilwaughter Castle to prevent their “uncontrolled collapse.” The original part of the castle was built by the Agnew family in the seventeenth century, and was extended in 1803 by architect John Nash, Despite a campaign being launched under the title ‘Save Kilwaughter … Continue reading
A-LISTING: Josh Hamilton’s Texas Castle Is On The Market
Josh Hamilton, the five-time MLB All-Star and former AL MVP for the Texas Rangers, has listed his 5 bedroom, 9 bathroom “house” in Westlake, Texas for $3.4 million. And since Spotrac lists Hamilton’s 2016 base salary as $28,410,000, I’d say it’s safe to say that he is looking to upgrade. It’s hard to believe, and it makes … Continue reading
Jackie Collins | Al Pacino | Ben Nehmadi | Beverly Hills
Investor buys Jackie Collins’ estate and Al Pacino’s home for combined $30M Ben Nehmadi bought the two neighboring properties for the price of one July 20, 2016 08:30AM Collins, her home and Al Pacino from “Scarface” (inset: c/o Universal Pictures) This deal has some romance and some action. Real estate investor Ben Nehmadi has nabbed … Continue reading
Shakespeare on the lawn at Muncaster Castle
Outdoor Shakespeare at Muncaster Castle Acclaimed travelling company the Three Inch Fools perform ‘As You Like It’ on Jul 31st and ‘Macbeth’ on Aug 1st on the Castle lawns at Muncaster, in this Shakespeare anniversary year. Tickets are £12.50 adults, £10 children with a 10% discount for Friends of Muncaster. There is also a Two-Play … Continue reading
No Fit State Circus is visiting castles with two dance shows – Wales Online
It’s more at home performing in its own Big Top but now NoFit State Circus is staging a new dance circus show at Raglan Castle and Caerphilly Castle BLOCK sees the Cardiff-based company teaming up with Cadw and Motionhouse dance company as part of Visit Wales’ Year of Adventure. The new show will be travelling … Continue reading
Fifty great days out in the UK – Telegraph
The Midlands 1. Alton Towers, Staffordshire Among the stomach-churning highlights are Nemesis, Air and Oblivion (a vertical drop of more than 180ft). This year saw the launch of the first “virtual reality” rollercoaster, “Galactica”, where riders use headsets to experience a space adventure. Price: on the day: adult £50.40; senior £25.20; child £45.60; family £43.80; discounts … Continue reading
Cool Place of the Day: Chateau Rhianfa, Anglesey | UK | Travel | The Independent
Looking as if it’s been airlifted straight from the Loire Valley, they call this a château for a reason – a grey-stone, turreted building that sits on a peak overlooking the Menai Straits between Anglesey and mainland Wales. Anglesey has always felt a little apart from the rest of Wales, and staying in a grand … Continue reading
Palace of Versailles: National Gallery to host collection never before seen outside France – ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Palace of Versailles: National Gallery to host collection never before seen outside France Updated July 18, 2016 17:24:18 More than 100 rare treasures from the Palace of Versailles in France, including personal items from Louis XIV and Marie-Antoinette, will go on display at the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra. The exhibition showcasing the opulence … Continue reading
Kid Rock Relists His Cool Malibu Mansion for a Lower Price – Real Estate News and Advice – realtor.com
Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame “Devil Without a Cause” rapper Kid Rock has found a purpose—to finally sell his Malibu, CA, compound for nearly $11 million, the Los Angeles Times reports. The “very private oasis” on Point Dume is located on a cul-de-sac behind gates, the listing says. The 8,300-square-foot home features … Continue reading