Castles

One of my daydreams has always been to own a castle on the Emerald Isle. Being lord of the manor would be a good look for me. Decked out in my tweed cap and waxed Burberry coat and with my golden lab Seamus by my side, I’d spend my days puttering around the estate, taking … Continue reading »

British Army soldiers completed a 512 mile walk around the North of England – crossing the finishing line at Scarborough Castle. Troops from Corunna Company, 2nd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment, walked through every National Park and Area of Outstanding Beauty in the North. The team of 40 soldiers established the longest unbroken route in the … Continue reading »

In a nutshellThis castle, built by William the Conqueror, is now in the hands of Merlin Entertainments (owner of mega attractions such as Legoland, Alton Towers, Sea Life Centres and the London Eye). The site has been turned into a theme park but the epic stronghold, one of the finest in the country, remains the … Continue reading »

It may not be ideal for sufferers of vertigo but it does sound spectacular. A competition to build a new footbridge at Tintagel Castle has been won by a design featuring a gap in the middle. The daring concept proposes one cantilever on the Cornish mainland and another on the island fortress, where, legend has … Continue reading »

Shanghai Disneyland released their picture of the day, and it’s the very first night picture of Shanghai Disneyland’s Enchanted Storybook Castle, complete with ambient outside lighting. Check it out in all its magical glory! With advance tickets soon to go on sale ahead of the June 16 grand opening, there’s a helpful FAQ section on … Continue reading »

Published: 07:29 EST, 23 March 2016 | Updated: 10:31 EST, 23 March 2016 A water company carrying out works in Glasgow has uncovered what has been described as ‘the most significant archaeological find in a generation’. Remains of two Scottish castles were unearthed during a project to upgrade the city’s waste water infrastructure. The team … Continue reading »

Impact Features writers are getting out and about in Nottingham to find the best activities for you all to enjoy. Get in touch if you have more ideas! Anybody who has taken a westbound train out of Nottingham has more than likely spotted Nottingham Castle, looming above the city with its impressive 17th century architecture. … Continue reading »

Have you ever dreamt of living in a castle – well that could very easily become a reality now. A stunning apartment in the renovated and listed Gosford Castle outside Markethill in Co Armagh is up for rent. So you can act out your prince or princess fantasy and the price is a snip (for … Continue reading »

Two years ago, we posted that Bran Castle, which is located in Romania, was put up for sale by its Archduke owner for the cool price of £50 million, which translates today to just over $72 million. The castle is often claimed to be the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s Dracula, the novel that introduced Count … Continue reading »

St. Patrick likely wasn’t much of a partier, even as the day we celebrate him is full of indulgences. That said, if whiskey and Guinness and traditional Irish-American-style corned beef and cabbage aren’t enough of a fête for you, perhaps you’d like to pick up the ultimate party spot: an Irish castle. Glin Castle, in west County Limerick, sits … Continue reading »