Castles in England

a photograph of Dover castle
Updated July 02, 2026

Dover Castle: Guardian of the Narrow Seas

Dover Castle, founded by Henry II in the 1160s, stands on a site fortified since the Iron Age. From Norman keep to Tudor artillery fortress and World War II ...

a photograph of the ruins of Kenilworth castle
Updated July 02, 2026

Kenilworth Castle: Power, Spectacle and Siege

Kenilworth Castle evolved from Norman stronghold to Tudor spectacle. Expanded by King John and tested in the six-month siege of 1266, it later hosted Elizabe...

a photograph of Bamburgh Castle
Updated June 22, 2026

Bamburgh Castle: The Citadel of Northumbria

Bamburgh Castle began as an Anglo-Saxon royal stronghold in 547 and later became a Norman fortress, Wars of the Roses battleground and Tudor garrison. Restor...

Corfe Castle
Updated June 12, 2026

Corfe Castle

Corfe Castle is an iconic medieval castle located in the village of Corfe in Dorset, England. 

Bolsover Castle
Updated June 12, 2026

Bolsover Castle

Bolsover Castle exemplifies the English Renaissance style and contains rare examples of elaborate Baroque carved fireplaces and ceilings.

Raby Castle
Updated June 12, 2026

Raby Castle

Raby Castle is a medieval castle located in County Durham, England. It has a rich history dating back to the 11th century.

Warkworth Castle
Updated June 12, 2026

Warkworth Castle

Overlooking the River Coquet, the majestic ruins of Warkworth Castle stand as a powerful reminder of the conflicts that once engulfed Northern England.

a photograph of Lincoln Castle from the outside
Updated June 12, 2026

Lincoln Castle

Lincoln Castle is a major Norman castle in Lincolnshire, England with a history dating back to 1068. 

Windsor Castle
Updated June 12, 2026

Windsor Castle

Explore how Windsor Castle evolved through the medieval era to its transformation into the architectural marvel we see today.

an illustration of the Tower of London with the river Thames in the foreground
Updated June 12, 2026

The Tower of London

While many castles boast a history of kings and queens, the Tower of London has been a royal residence with a difference. Fact and myth intertwine when it co...

photograph of Beeston Castle lodge with gates open
Updated June 12, 2026

Beeston Castle

Beeston Castle is a place where history and legend intertwine, creating a unique experience that appeals to all ages.

an exterior photograph of Norwich Castle
Updated June 12, 2026

Norwich Castle

Norwich Castle’s long and varied history makes it one of the most interesting castles in England. From its beginnings as a Norman stronghold to its time as a...

a photograph of Leeds Castle and the moat
Updated June 12, 2026

Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle is more than just a beautiful building; it is a living piece of history that has evolved over the centuries. From its beginnings as a Norman str...

Ludlow Castle
Updated June 11, 2026

Ludlow Castle

The origins of Ludlow Castle reach back into the shadowed years immediately following the Norman Conquest of 1066. Erected upon a commanding promontory above...