Castles

When the Sefton Group announced it had a ‘credible’ potential buyer for the Castle Mona we had expected something a little more down to earth. But it has emerged that one of the interested parties has ambitions for the long-closed seafront landmark that are just – incredible. The self-styled King of Moraceae wants to acquire … Continue reading »

4:32 pm Couples planning to tie the knot from 2017 will be able to add the historic Lincoln Castle and The Collection museum to their list of possible wedding venues. Pending wedding licensing approval in the New Year, Lincolnshire County Council plans to add the scenic castle, The Collection and the Usher Gallery to its Heritage … Continue reading »

Comments (0) The magical tales and world of Beatrix Potter is set to come alive this Christmas at Leeds Castle for a special event. The castle near Maidstone is holding A Tale of Christmas to relive the classic Beatrix Potter tales on the 150th anniversary of her birth. Families will be captivated by the beautiful displays … Continue reading »

The “Save Malahide Castle Woodlands and Bridgefield” community group, set up to campaign to save the Woodlands and Bridgefield at Malahide Castle from over-development by Fingal County Council, have won their case in the High Court. The Council conceded defeat as the case was about to be heard on 6th December. A spokesperson for the … Continue reading »

Blenheim Palace is in the midst of its outdoor Christmas at Blenheim exhibition, which is part of an extended events calendar that will ensure the venue remains open all year through. This comes as Blenheim Palace has done well to attract high customer retention and repeat visits from Brits and international tourists alike. According to … Continue reading »

ISIS captures Palmyra castle overlooking ancient Syrian city Militants battle Syrian government forces after re-entering ancient city Thomson Reuters Posted: Dec 11, 2016 6:36 AM ET Last Updated: Dec 11, 2016 6:36 AM ET Stay Connected with CBC News (View original article)

Chris Jackson/Getty Images; Britain on View/ZUMA Press Fancy a trip to the U.K. to see how the Royals live? And just how much property they own?Buckingham Palace isn’t the only place Queen Elizabeth II and her family calls home, but it is the most famous.The iconic landmark, located between two major parks and not far from Westminster … Continue reading »

Image copyright Alamy Image caption An earlier attempt to turn Eylau Castle into a hotel failed for financial reasons Prosecutors in Russia’s Kaliningrad Region are demanding that the local authorities restore Eylau Castle, a 14th Century fortress built by the Teutonic Knights but gutted in a major fire in 2014. The law officers say the important … Continue reading »

What’s going for it? Britain’s gatehouse, thanks to Brexit, may be about to resume the role it has held for a millennium or two. The past few decades have not been kind to Dover: bombed to smithereens in the second world war, rebuilt – vigorously, if we’re being generous – in the 1960s and on … Continue reading »

Comments (0) Loved-up couples can enjoy a romantic meal out at one a magical castle in Sussex next Valentine’s Day. National Trust property Bodiam Castle is holding Valentine’s dinner events in 2017, where lovebirds can enjoy a romantic three course meal in the candle light. Guests can enjoy a glass of champagne before an exclusive after … Continue reading »