Castles

Following a public debate over who should fund the rebuilding of the Castle, the Queen agreed to pay 70 per cent of the £36.5m cost herself, and opened Buckingham Palace to the public for the first time to generate extra income. As part of a deal with the then prime minister, John Major, she also … Continue reading »

After Prince William and Kate Middleton wed at Westminster Abbey this week, they’ll proceed to the reception at his grandma’s house – Buckingham Palace. And after their honeymoon in a yet-to-be-disclosed location (we’re guessing not Myrtle Beach), the bride and groom will surely pay a visit to the family’s little weekend place, Windsor Castle. Ohio … Continue reading »

Welcome Enjoy the stately majesty of times past in a luxurious castle fit for the kings and queens in all of us. Experience the romance of lazy afternoons, intimate fireside conversation, continental breakfasts, and the best Ohio wedding venue. Many have experienced Ohio’s most unique vacation spot for a quick escape. Countless weddings have taken place at the … Continue reading »

DINNER at Dalhousie Castle, Midlothian, is in no ordinary restaurant, finds Laura Lynott A 13th-century palatial hotel haunted by ghosts might not be everyone’s idea of a relaxing retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life – but Dalhousie Castle in Midlothian possesses far more than spooky stories of a heartbroken woman said … Continue reading »

Its life-size carvings were cut from sandstone in the age of the 19th century explorer when the animals on its wall were still regarded as exotic and remote. Over a century on from the days when they were conceived, cut and carved, the animals adorning the walls of Cardiff Castle have become one of the … Continue reading »

Photo by: Vivienne Mackie Neuschwanstein, a tribute to the composer Richard Wagner Image By Vivienne Mackie The end of Romantic Road in southern Germany climbs to the village of Schwangau, about 60 miles southwest of Munich, the gateway to Bavaria, the beer-drinking capital of the world. Above the village tower two of the most famous Bavarian … Continue reading »

The controversial restoration of an ancient Spanish castle, which was viewed as a monumental “cock-up” by some and hailed by others as a stunning and sympathetic labour of conservation, has been shortlisted for a global architecture prize. Matrera castle, a 1,000-year-old hilltop fortress in the Cádiz province of southern Spain, has found itself at the … Continue reading »

A fairytale Highland castle is back on the market after plans to create the “most desirable luxury hotel in Scotland” collapsed. A wealthy developer last year pledged to invest millions to create a five-star hotel and Michelin-starred restaurant in Carbisdale Castle near Bonar Bridge. However, last night the building’s owners the Scottish Youth Hostel Association … Continue reading »

THERE are stunning properties all across Scotland , but the small town of Cardross in Argyll and Bute has its fair share of stunning homes. Placed between Dumbarton and Helensburgh, Cardross is a popular village for those living in the area, with stunning walks, and a world class golf course only a stones throw away. … Continue reading »

The iconic Kryal Castle in Ballarat looks set to change hands again.  The owners have put it up for sale five years after buying it and putting significant resources into renovations.  Real estate agents Colliers International said in a statement the owners consortium Castle Tourism and Entertainment decided it was the right time to sell.  … Continue reading »