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Author Archives: Castles of the Realm

Historic Danish castle for sale | The Post

If you’ve ever fantasised about thundering up the steps of your own castle to gaze across your domain while your minions address you as ‘my liege’, then behold! The iconic and protected Visborggaard Castle in north Jutland has been put up for sale for the first time since 1938. “We started marketing it on Tuesday … Continue reading »

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The eerie story of Ireland’s ancient Castle Roche and the ‘black widow’ murderess who lived there – Irish Post

VENTURE seven miles northwest of Dundalk in Co. Louth and you will find the ruins of Castle Roche. This once magnificent Norman castle, was placed strategically on a rocky outcrop with extraordinary views of the surrounding countryside. In its day, a deep moat and strong walls made it a virtually impenetrable fortress for its inhabitants, … Continue reading »

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Roman Coins Discovered in Japanese Castle, Archaeologists Left Baffled : News : Nature World News

Sep 29, 2016 07:49 AM EDT Archaeologists in Japan have made an exciting and not to mention baffling discovery. In the ruins of Katsuren Castle located in Uruma, Okinawa, ancient Roman coins dating back to the 17th century have been uncovered. Does this discovery show a link between the Japanese and the Romans? “It is a … Continue reading »

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New TV series focuses on creation of the Antrim Coast Road – Farming Life

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Beeston Castle invites young and old to enjoy its autumn fair – Chester Chronicle

A celebration of autumn comes to Beeston Castle and Woodland Park on Saturday and Sunday, October 1 and 2, as the castle celebrates its annual autumn fair. Falconry displays, music, foraging, local craftsmen, wildlife groups and even a dog show will be among the outdoor entertainments on offer over the weekend, as well as a … Continue reading »

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Vice Media CEO Buys $23 Million Home Without Looking Inside | Celebrity Net Worth

Spending $23 million on a new home without even stepping foot inside of it sounds like quite a stretch, doesn’t it? Not for this CEO. Last year, there was a bit of buzz when the CEO of Vice Media, Shane Smith, admitted to handing over such a large sum in exchange for a massive property … Continue reading »

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James Alban IV | 177 Clarendon Avenue | Palm Beach Celebrity

CAT president James Alban IV pays $10M for waterfront Palm Beach pad Alban is now selling his other home in West Palm Beach with an ask of $3.5M September 28, 2016 10:30AM By Sean Stewart-Muniz 177 Clarendon Avenue Looks like James Alban IV can leave his bulldozer at the office. The president of heavy equipment … Continue reading »

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Harper’s Bazaar Takes Us Inside the Mega-Mansion of Mohamed Hadid, and—Oh Boy 

Mohamed Hadid, controversial Los Angeles luxury developer, beloved Il Pastaio patron, and proud father to Gigi and Bella, has been featured with his longtime fiancée Shiva Safai on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar Arabia Interiors. And what a thrill, as I have been dy-ing to get my eyeballs on this billionaire’s 48,000 square foot Bel … Continue reading »

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William Davenport on benefits pretended to be wealthy tycoon to buy three stately homes | Daily Mail Online

Published: 13:12 EST, 28 September 2016 | Updated: 17:26 EST, 28 September 2016 William Davenport, 60, fooled aristocrats and financiers in the ‘sophisticated’ fraud and conned a council into selling him the Grade II listed childhood home of Sir Anthony Eden A former bricklayer living on benefits pretended to be a wealthy tycoon to buy … Continue reading »

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Luxury Home Auctions | Villa Dwora Coral Gables

Coral Gables home heads to the auction block after years on and off the market Mediterranean-style mansion will be auctioned Oct. 27 without a reserve September 28, 2016 02:15PM By Katherine Kallergis Supreme Auctions CEO Maverick Commins and Villa Dwora Villa Dwora, a custom-built home surrounding a 300-year-old Banyan tree in Coral Gables, is heading … Continue reading »

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