Castles

If you’ve ever fantasised about thundering up the steps of your own castle to gaze across your domain while your minions address you as ‘my liege’, then behold! The iconic and protected Visborggaard Castle in north Jutland has been put up for sale for the first time since 1938. “We started marketing it on Tuesday … Continue reading »

VENTURE seven miles northwest of Dundalk in Co. Louth and you will find the ruins of Castle Roche. This once magnificent Norman castle, was placed strategically on a rocky outcrop with extraordinary views of the surrounding countryside. In its day, a deep moat and strong walls made it a virtually impenetrable fortress for its inhabitants, … Continue reading »

Sep 29, 2016 07:49 AM EDT Archaeologists in Japan have made an exciting and not to mention baffling discovery. In the ruins of Katsuren Castle located in Uruma, Okinawa, ancient Roman coins dating back to the 17th century have been uncovered. Does this discovery show a link between the Japanese and the Romans? “It is a … Continue reading »

A celebration of autumn comes to Beeston Castle and Woodland Park on Saturday and Sunday, October 1 and 2, as the castle celebrates its annual autumn fair. Falconry displays, music, foraging, local craftsmen, wildlife groups and even a dog show will be among the outdoor entertainments on offer over the weekend, as well as a … Continue reading »

Comments (0) Powderham Castle’s Food Festival is set to make a return in Exeter this weekend – bringing with it more than 100 food and drink stalls and the chilli challenge. Now in its fifth year the food festival is set to be bigger and better than ever before and will take place on Saturday, October … Continue reading »

The billion-pound value of heritage to the North East economy is calculated in a new report. The value of the sector to the region is revealed in Heritage Counts 2016, from Historic England, which draws on the latest research figures. Heritage tourism generated an annual spend of £484m by domestic and international visitors in the … Continue reading »

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Photo: A 4th-century copper coin from ancient Rome was among the finds on Japan’s Okinawa island. Japanese archaeologists said on Wednesday they have for the first time unearthed ancient Roman coins at the ruins of an old castle. The discovery of 10 bronze and copper coins — the oldest dating from about 300-400 AD — … Continue reading »

Louth CoCo explain Ardee Castle decor decision Posted 28th September, 2016 Louth County Council have responded to repeated calls for permission to put bunting and lights on Ardee Castle ahead of the Ardee St Marys big Senior Football Championship final on Sunday – confirming the decision was made on health and safety grounds. As we … Continue reading »

Comments (0) IT was originally built by the Normans to protect Gower from marauding invaders. Nine centuries later however Oystermouth Castle continues to draw visitors their in droves, with more than 25,000 arriving over the summer season. Tourism chiefs say the figure is a sign of the castle’s on-going success while local traders welcome the annual … Continue reading »