The Norman army wins at The Battle of Hastings and William is crowned King of England shortly after. William then sets about protecting his throne by building a number of impressive castles - the ...
Getty Images Chepstow Castle perched above the River Wye on the Wales-England border boasts the oldest castle doors in Europe Their stone walls and battlements, which had held out against medieval ...
How did William rule England? Although William of Normandy had become king after the Battle of Hastings, not everyone supported him. William built many castles of different kinds all over England.
David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. In the heart of Northumberland, England, lies a castle and country house that draws history buffs, architectural enthusiasts ...
The castles will be open for the 2025 season from Jan. 25 through Feb. 23 on every Friday-Sunday and select weekdays. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Saturdays and select peak days, 11 a.m.to 8 p.m ...