Castles

The childhood home of Her Majesty the Queen and legendary seat of Macbeth dates from the 15th century and was much enlarged and enriched 1578 – 1620. Oliver Hill reports. Originally published in Country Life, May 9, 1947. RETURN TO THE SCOTTISH CASTLES HOMEPAGE In the hearts of the Scottish people Glamis Castle is held … Continue reading »

Bannerman Castle: Take a summer tour of the historic Hudson Valley attraction Originally published: May 13, 2013 1:42 PM Updated: May 13, 2013 2:15 PM By KIRTHANA RAMISETTI kirthana.ramisetti@cablevision.com Photo credit: Angela Gaul | A visitor to Pollepel Island photographs the crumbling remains of Bannerman Castle on the Hudson River near Newburgh. A businessman named … Continue reading »

The World War II battle where Americans and Germans fought on the SAME side: Incredible true story of the fight to save an Austrian castle two weeks after Hitler committed suicide The two sides fought off an SS bombardment at Castle Itter in Austria They defended the castle and rescued high profile French prisoners Former … Continue reading »

8 May 2013 Last updated at 20:53 ET Continue reading the main story A bid for funding to redevelop Nottingham Castle and make more of its connection with Robin Hood has been rejected. Nottingham City Council applied for £14.9m towards the £26m project, which it hoped would create a “world class heritage attraction”. The Heritage … Continue reading »

PLANS to develop Nottingham Castle in to a world class tourist attraction have hit a stumbling block – after the city missed out on vital funding. A bid for nearly £15 million was submitted to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) by the council last November. NottinghamCastleGV While initial feedback identified a number of positives, the … Continue reading »

Work underway at Castledonovan. Pic: Geograph THE refurbishment of Castledonovan Castle near Drimoleague is due for completion this summer, the OPW have confirmed. It is hoped that the castle will be open to members of the public in early June or July. Finance for the refurbishment was officially sanctioned by former minister Síle De Valera … Continue reading »

TOURISM and the local economy in the Vale of Belvoir could get a huge boost as thousands of caravanners prepare to descend on Belvoir Castle for a major four-day event this month. The castle is hosting the Caravan Club National from Friday, May 24 until Tuesday, May 28, an event which is expected to attract … Continue reading »

Business For sale: Lavish Tennessee castle with race track Zillow staff Zillow Facebook Share on Facebook Twitter LinkedIn GooglePlus Email May 1, 2013 at 12:21 PM ET Zillow This Tennessee castillo is a replica of the Palacio de la Magdalena in Santander, Spain. Listing of the week: Tennessee castle with race track 191 Degrassee Lane, … Continue reading »

Plans for a £1 million visitor centre at Conisbrough Castle have been approved, despite concerns it will not fit in with existing buildings. Members of Doncaster Council’s planning committee raised worries that the roof on an extension to the Castle Lodge building will be too big – and bright red. But they have approved the … Continue reading »

The majestic gardens at Brechin Castle will open to the public on Sunday as part of the Scotland’s Gardens programme. Brechin Castle Gardens covers over 40 acres of planted parkland and includes the famous 13 acre walled garden. The gardens link to the castle by woodland paths which are awash with the vibrant colours of … Continue reading »