Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Here, Found You a Chateau
Got $14 mil sitting in your bank account, collecting dust? Put that money to work and acquire this magnificent French chateau. It’s even 50 percent off its initial listing price from five years ago—what a steal! That’s according to Curbed: “The incredible Château d’Aubiry in Southern France, on the market since 2011, has been spotted … Continue reading
All change for the 2017 Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials – Everything Horse
All change for the 2017 Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials The 2017 Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials will take place a week later than usual in 2017 (13-17 September), and will be held over five days instead of four. Event Director Mandy Hervieu explains: “The date change is due to the fact that for many … Continue reading
Incredible plans for Castle Mona – Isle of Man Today
When the Sefton Group announced it had a ‘credible’ potential buyer for the Castle Mona we had expected something a little more down to earth. But it has emerged that one of the interested parties has ambitions for the long-closed seafront landmark that are just – incredible. The self-styled King of Moraceae wants to acquire … Continue reading
Plans to open Lincoln Castle and Collection museum as wedding venues
4:32 pm Couples planning to tie the knot from 2017 will be able to add the historic Lincoln Castle and The Collection museum to their list of possible wedding venues. Pending wedding licensing approval in the New Year, Lincolnshire County Council plans to add the scenic castle, The Collection and the Usher Gallery to its Heritage … Continue reading
The world of Beatrix Potter will come alive at Leeds Castle this Christmas | Kent Live
Comments (0) The magical tales and world of Beatrix Potter is set to come alive this Christmas at Leeds Castle for a special event. The castle near Maidstone is holding A Tale of Christmas to relive the classic Beatrix Potter tales on the 150th anniversary of her birth. Families will be captivated by the beautiful displays … Continue reading
Luchino Visconti’s Tuscany Estate Adds Farm Properties to Luxury Hotel
Castello di Casole, a vast, historic estate in the achingly scenic heart of Italy’s Tuscany region, near the fabled cities of Florence, Chianti, and Siena, has released a limited number of farm properties for purchase. Prices range from about $5.5 million to $8.5 million. The estate, which encompasses more than 10,000 acres of picturesque rolling … Continue reading
Las Pozas, Mexico, the folly and fantasy of a British eccentric | Travel | The Guardian
High in the Sierra Madre mountains, 280 miles north of Mexico City and well off the usual tourist trail, is one of the biggest and least-known artistic monuments of the 20th century. Las Pozas (the pools) was the eccentric vision of the wealthy British poet Edward James. An early sponsor of Dali and Magritte, between … Continue reading
Plans Abandoned For Malahide Woodland Park | North County Leader
The “Save Malahide Castle Woodlands and Bridgefield” community group, set up to campaign to save the Woodlands and Bridgefield at Malahide Castle from over-development by Fingal County Council, have won their case in the High Court. The Council conceded defeat as the case was about to be heard on 6th December. A spokesperson for the … Continue reading
Blenheim Palace overhauls strategy for luxury and corporate outlook
Blenheim Palace is in the midst of its outdoor Christmas at Blenheim exhibition, which is part of an extended events calendar that will ensure the venue remains open all year through. This comes as Blenheim Palace has done well to attract high customer retention and repeat visits from Brits and international tourists alike. According to … Continue reading
ISIS captures Palmyra castle overlooking ancient Syrian city – World – CBC News
ISIS captures Palmyra castle overlooking ancient Syrian city Militants battle Syrian government forces after re-entering ancient city Thomson Reuters Posted: Dec 11, 2016 6:36 AM ET Last Updated: Dec 11, 2016 6:36 AM ET Stay Connected with CBC News (View original article)