Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Highclere Castle: Landscapes by England’s greatest gardener | Europe | Travel |
The man acclaimed as England’s greatest gardener designed the landscapes at scores of stately houses. But none of Capability Brown’s works has been so widely seen as the one that was the setting for Downton Abbey. The costume drama that became an international sensation was filmed at Highclere Castle, about a 90-minute drive west of … Continue reading
Probus members learn about Ellon’s “Secret Garden” – Ellon Times
President David Crosley welcomed 37 members to the June 9 meeting of Ellon Probus Club. Vice president Alan Cameron was chosen to give a talk and his chosen subject was a “Secret Garden in Ellon”. Some people in the town have been unaware of the Ellon Castle Gardens, this was a surprise to Alan when … Continue reading
Days Out: Wentworth – one of Yorkshire’s best kept secrets – Yorkshire Evening Post
WITH beautiful tranquil gardens, 500 acres of landscaped parkland, a deer park and a stunning Grade I listed mansion, Wentworth Castle Gardens are one of South Yorkshire’s best kept secrets. Located South West of Barnsley, just two miles from junction 37 on the M1, the gardens are an oasis of calm filled with fantastic flowers … Continue reading
Animations and comic strips to illustrate new Inverness Castle tourist attraction
Specially commissioned animations and comic strips will illustrate a new tourist attraction at Inverness Castle. Construction is currently underway to turn the North Tower into a viewing platform with sweeping views over the city and surrounding countryside. Now Highlife Highland, who will operate the attraction, have advertised four separate contracts for artwork for the facility. … Continue reading
£260k boost for historic Killeavy Castle | Latest Newry News, Newry Sport and Newry Business for Newry City
£260k boost for historic Killeavy Castle South Armagh MLA Megan Fearon has welcomed news that vital conservation and regeneration work is to be carried out on the historic Killeavy Castle. Fearon was speaking after the recommendation proposed by party colleague Councillor Terry Hearty saw the Council approve £260,000 for the project. “This is a fantastic … Continue reading
High Court case against Dromoland Castle settled
The finance manager of the world famous Dromoland Castle hotel has settled her High Court action aimed at preventing her purported dismissal. Orla Horgan applied to the High Court for an injunction preventing her employer, Dromoland Castle Holdings Ltd from terminating her employment as finance manager. She claimed she was being made “a scapegoat for … Continue reading
Exhilarating ancient régimes en France
It’s good to know that France’s tallest chateau is home to France’s luckiest dog. He turned up three years ago barking at the gate of the seven-storey Chateau de Brissac in the Loire valley on the day of their 19th Christmas bazaar. He became part of the household and was named Dixneuf (19) to remember … Continue reading
Schloss Eberstein, Germany | Sleeping Beauty: fairytale castles you can sleep in | Pictures | Pics | Daily Express
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Day Trip: Mount Vernon – News, opinion, resources | Shepherdstown Chronicle
Toni Milbourne – Chronicle Editor , Shepherdstown Chronicle Editor’s Note: This is a continuing series on local places of interest to visit for little or no cost. Mount Vernon, located in Fairfax, Virginia, is often overlooked as a place to visit especially by those who live nearby. It is a favorite of school districts who … Continue reading
Enormous 250-acre estate with mansion, stables and pool complex up for sale near Chester – Chester Chronicle
Would you take a punt on this 265-acre estate with its own stables, indoor pool and a five-bedroom mansion? Do not forget the gym, cinema and tennis court. Take a peek round, even if you think it might be just outside your budget. Hatton House and its grounds have been put up for sale, but … Continue reading