Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
See photos of the mysterious underground home discovered in Stockton (From The Northern Echo)
A HIDDEN underground ‘home’ complete with what appear to be the beginnings of mysterious tunnels has been found under an historic Stockton house. The house under a house has been found underneath grade II-listed, 18th Century Gloucester House building in the town centre. New owners of the elegant Church Road building knew there was what … Continue reading
Chillington Hall set to host ITV’s Victoria « Express & Star
An historic South Staffordshire stately home is set to take centre stage when Queen Victoria pays it a visit in the next episode of ITV’s Victoria. In a preview of next Sunday’s show, the monarch is said to be taken ill and will visit Chillington Hall. But in actual fact – despite the hall’s historic … Continue reading
Powderham Castle’s Food Festival is back this weekend – bringing with it the chilli challenge | Exeter Express and Echo
Comments (0) Powderham Castle’s Food Festival is set to make a return in Exeter this weekend – bringing with it more than 100 food and drink stalls and the chilli challenge. Now in its fifth year the food festival is set to be bigger and better than ever before and will take place on Saturday, October … Continue reading
Why our stunning North East heritage is worth a staggering £1billion – Chronicle Live
The billion-pound value of heritage to the North East economy is calculated in a new report. The value of the sector to the region is revealed in Heritage Counts 2016, from Historic England, which draws on the latest research figures. Heritage tourism generated an annual spend of £484m by domestic and international visitors in the … Continue reading
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Ancient Roman Coins Found Under Japanese Castle
Photo: A 4th-century copper coin from ancient Rome was among the finds on Japan’s Okinawa island. Japanese archaeologists said on Wednesday they have for the first time unearthed ancient Roman coins at the ruins of an old castle. The discovery of 10 bronze and copper coins — the oldest dating from about 300-400 AD — … Continue reading
Louth CoCo explain Ardee Castle decor decision – This is Ardee
Louth CoCo explain Ardee Castle decor decision Posted 28th September, 2016 Louth County Council have responded to repeated calls for permission to put bunting and lights on Ardee Castle ahead of the Ardee St Marys big Senior Football Championship final on Sunday – confirming the decision was made on health and safety grounds. As we … Continue reading
Just how many visitors came to Oystermouth Castle over the summer? | South Wales Evening Post
Comments (0) IT was originally built by the Normans to protect Gower from marauding invaders. Nine centuries later however Oystermouth Castle continues to draw visitors their in droves, with more than 25,000 arriving over the summer season. Tourism chiefs say the figure is a sign of the castle’s on-going success while local traders welcome the annual … Continue reading
Celtic Manor snaps up historic home linked to King Arthur legend to be marketed as an exclusive executive retreat – Wales Online
Celtic Manor has acquired a five bedroom, seven reception room Caerleon house that it intends to use as an exclusive executive retreat. The Mynde, so named because of the mound in the grounds which dates back to the Iron Age with evidence of Roman activity and more recently its use as a Norman Motte and … Continue reading
Castle Hill Inn Announces Fall and Holiday Programs for 2016 – Newport, RI Patch
NEWPORT, RI—Castle Hill Inn, the iconic Relais & Châteaux property in Newport, RI, announces an exciting lineup of programs and events for the fall and holiday seasons. From themed cooking classes, to gourmet dining options and festive tea, guests can enjoy Newport’s stunning fall foliage and charming winter landscapes at the Inn’s exceptional oceanside setting. … Continue reading