Castles

Newly-installed Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho may have one thing better than a hairdryer – his very own fire-breathing dragon. That’s what comes as standard with a £3.9m property he’s reportedly got his eyes on in Wales. Gyrn Castle, or Castell Gyrn in Welsh, is a secluded mansion just outside Ruthin, in the North Wales … Continue reading »

realtor.com The Gilded Age mansions of the East Coast owe their existence to moguls who amassed fortunes by forging steel, running railroads, or spanning the country with telegraph and later telephone wires. But as you move west, you’ll find equally impressive estates that owe their existence to different engines of wealth—namely cattle and oil. Such is the case … Continue reading »

Take someone who welcomes paying guests into his/her home – sure, it’s lovely if the grounds are great, the decor is charming and the food served is all home-made, home-grown and artisanal, but a lot of foodie entrepreneurs offer all that and more. There has to be something extra. Caroline Sweeney of Legan Castle Farmhouse … Continue reading »

Is This The Temple of Angkor Wat? The very eccentric Ferdinand Cheval (his real name) built a striking palace entirely made of pebbles he collected on his postal work route. He was a modest 19th-century postman in the town of Hauterives, in the Drome region, a rural and remote part of France. On a special … Continue reading »

Image caption Oakham Castle had been closed since September to allow for the restoration work to take place A 12th Century castle has reopened after a £2.1m restoration project. Oakham Castle, in Rutland, has been closed since September to allow for the restoration of the Great Hall and cleaning of the 230 commemorative horseshoes inside. … Continue reading »

Jose Mourinho could live in North Wales during his tenure as Manchester United manager. The Portuguese, who was confirmed as the Red Devils’ new boss on Friday, is said to have viewed this £3.9million CASTLE twice in recent weeks. The secluded Castell Gyrn, which is located just outside the Welsh town of Ruthin, is just … Continue reading »

Just north of Phoenix, Arizona you’ll find the Verde Valley. While many go there to enjoy the Verde Valley Wine Trail, there are mysteries to be discovered in the remnants of the ancient cultures of the area. The people that settled this Valley came for the water and the rich life along the river. Visitors … Continue reading »

Since opening last month, entries have soared past the 600 mark for a special one-off distance race this autumn. Runners have been quick to sign up for The 1066 Way to Battle, which will take place on Sunday October 16, and entries are well on schedule for the 1066 limit. Part of the 950th anniversary … Continue reading »

Join in the Medieval Mayhem at Carew Castle and Tidal Mill this half term. Pic. PCNPA With warrior training, wild art workshops and the chance to delve into history, there’ll be plenty to keep you and your family entertained in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park this half term. The Park Authority’s visitor attractions at Carew … Continue reading »

It’s the aspirational architecture show which gave rise to the phrase “property porn”. Channel 4’s Grand Designs has proved a massive hit, leaving viewers salivating at homes most of us are unlikely to ever afford – or be mad enough to attempt building. Since its launch in 1999, the Bafta-winning programme presented by Kevin McCloud … Continue reading »