Castles of England and Wales: Explore the Strongholds That Shaped Nations
Across the windswept hills of Wales, the green heartlands of England, and beyond, castles rise from the landscape like silent sentinels of the past. Each one holds a story โ of kings and conquerors, rebels and romances, sieges and survival.
At Histories & Castles, we believe that to walk through a castle is to walk through time. Our Castles by Country collection helps you explore these fascinating fortresses one region at a time, revealing how geography, politics, and ambition shaped the castles we see today.
Whether you’re planning your next day out, seeking inspiration for a historical deep dive, or simply love the thrill of standing where history happened โ you’ve come to the right place.
Where Will Your Castle Journey Begin?
- ? Castles in England
Discover royal residences, Norman keeps, and medieval battlegrounds from Windsor to Warkworth.
- ? Castles in Wales
Explore a land with more castles per square mile than anywhere else on Earth โ from mighty Caernarfon to mythical Carreg Cennen.
Why It Matters
Castles are more than just stone walls and towers. They are reflections of power, pride, protection โ and sometimes paranoia. Each country built them differently, fought for them fiercely, and left behind stories that echo through generations.
This is your portal to explore them all โ country by country, legend by legend.
Start your journey below and let the landscape of history guide you.