Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Ambitious buyout planned to save historic Leslie House – The Courier
Leslie House campaigners are planning an ambitious community buy-out to preserve the ruined A-listed building. Reduced to an empty shell following a fire in 2009, the historic Fife mansion would take an estimated £5 million to renovate. However, two local residents are determined to preserve the relic, which was built for the Duke of Rothes. … Continue reading
The NRL’s Burgess brothers have an $11m property empire | Daily Mail Online
Published: 06:52 EST, 4 June 2016 | Updated: 07:39 EST, 4 June 2016 From humble beginnings in the wool-making north England town of Dewsbury, the four Burgess brothers have amassed a Sydney property empire worth more than $11 million. NRL superstars Sam, Luke, Tom and George moved to Australia to play Rugby League at the … Continue reading
Sands Point Preserve offers the grandeur of Gatsby
At the Sands Point Preserve on Long Island, you can step back in time to a world of opulence. The 216-acre public park includes castles, hiking trails, formal gardens and views of the Long Island Sound. Part of the original Guggenheim Estate, the preserve is said to be the inspiration for the setting of F. … Continue reading
Essex County Friday Night Flicks at Kip’s Castle
BY Baristanet Staff | Thursday, Jun 02, 2016 3:30pm | COMMENTS (0) Come to Essex County Kip’s Castle Park for the Free Friday Flicks in June! Gates open at 7 p.m. and movies will be shown at dusk on the lawn at Essex County Kip’s Castle, 22 Crestmont Avenue, Verona. The public is encouraged to … Continue reading
The Castle of Jose? | The Daily Star
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is reportedly keen on purchasing a 3.9-million-pound castle in Wales, visiting the location twice in the past two weeks. The Gyrn Castle, a secluded castle an hour away from Manchester, is one of the youngest castles in the United Kingdom, being constructed just 39 years ago. Replete with amenities, the … Continue reading
19 pictures of Cardiff parks that show how lucky we are to live here – Wales Online
We’re so lucky to have beautiful parks and green space on our doorstep. They are wonderful whatever the season, but the long days of summer mean we have more time to enjoy them. Bute Park The park is especially lovely in the summer in the late afternoon, when you catch some lovely views. It’s also … Continue reading
ANZ were racist claim Indian billionaires Pankaj and Radhika Oswal | Daily Mail Online
‘We are dealing with Indians who have no moral compass’: Couple claims emails from ANZ executives were ‘racist’ in $1.5 billion legal action against the bank Pankaj and Radhika Oswal’s are trying to sue ANZ bank for $1.5 billion ANZ executive’s email allegedly said the couple had ‘no moral compass’ Email also said ‘this has been a … Continue reading
The 35 most expensive homes listed online along the Wasatch Front | Deseret News
Whether it’s a rustic, mountain retreat, or an ultra-modern oasis in the middle of the urban desert, everyone has their own idea of a dream home. This list contains all of these and more where no opulent detail (or expense) is spared in bringing these dreams to life. Using UtahRealEstate.com we’ve put together a list … Continue reading
Watch the beauty of Belsay unfold on our triple-treat video tour – Chronicle Live
A three-fold treat lies in store with our video tour of Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens in Northumberland . And viewers will see there are distinct differences in the attractions making up the English Heritage property. First of all there’s a 19th Century country mansion, then a walk-through of the extensive grounds reveals a mix … Continue reading
Decorative arts fair heads to Norfolk’s Voewood House
Bill Jones is a seasoned dealer in Art Deco and Arts & Crafts but a newcomer to the world of organising fairs, an arena into which he has thrown himself recently with gusto. He is a big fan of the movements he deals in at his shop on the south coast and at fairs including … Continue reading