Castles

History steps out of the past: Newry European Heritage Open Days launched Communities Minister Paul Givan MLA has invited the Newry public to enjoy European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September. History and culture will be brought to life with over 300 property openings and events. A host of historic … Continue reading »

For those of you who love ghosts and ghouls you will be pleased to know that Tynemouth Priory and Castle’s spooky tours are returning for Halloween. Visitors can expect new spooks and chills for 2016 as the ever-popular theatrical ghost tours return for another series of tall Halloween tales. Scary Tales will see chill-seekers spend … Continue reading »

Popular local wedding venue Darver Castle is set for an expansion. The 12th century castle in Readypenny will be expanded over a three year period with 38 additional bedrooms to be built in the existing courtyard. The bar and civil ceremony room will also be refurbished as part of work announced today Owners Aidan and … Continue reading »

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A visit to Chepstow Castle isn’t complete without a 26-foot dive head first into the moat – if you’re a professional cliff diver that is. Blake Aldridge, Tom Daley’s diving partner from the 2008 Beijing Olympics, conquered the 11th century castle in Monouthshire as he made his way towards Pembrokeshire for this weekend’s Red Bull … Continue reading »

As another weekend in Aix-en-Provence, rolled around, another opportunity to travel this beautiful country came my way. Last weekend, I enjoyed what the Mediterranean had to offer on the sun-soaked French Riviera. This weekend, I went to the other end of the spectrum and headed to Avignon to dive into French history. During the 14th century, … Continue reading »

My brother’s new(ish) home in Vancouver is not what I, growing up, imagined you’d call a million-dollar home. But of course, in today’s market, it’s worth even more than that. It is lovely. A big open kitchen overlooking the two apple trees and rose bushes, a full suite to rent out in the basement, intricately … Continue reading »

Comments (0) ​Hoards of history fanatics descended on Sudeley Castle at the weekend to pay homage to Katherine Parr. The anniversary of her death saw the castle filled with figures from the past. Thomas Seymour and other Tudor characters were walking around Katherine Parr’s old home, and the Queen herself even made an appearance. Read:Vote now … Continue reading »

Heritage Open Day at the Ancient High House and Stafford Castle Admission, activities and tours are free of charge     Saturday 10 September 2016 at the Ancient High House, 10am to 4pm The Ancient High House, Greengate Street, Stafford, ST16 2JA   Sunday 11 September at the Castle, 11am to 4pm Stafford Castle, Newport Road, Stafford, … Continue reading »

Balgonie Castle attracts attention after launching foul-mouthed attack against independence supporters September 6th, 2016 – 12:20 am Stephen Paton   Balgonie Castle in Fife attracted attention online after its social media account called the SNP a “poor political joke gone seriously wrong” in a foul-mouthed attack on those responding to an anti-independence post online. The … Continue reading »