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The History of Castles. The history of castles in Britain and their development over the centuries, from Iron Age hill forts to Norman motte… Ben Johnson. 6 min read. Castles and fortified houses can be found all over Britain. Impressive, oppressive, dramatic, romantic: who built these castles, and why?
- Hemyock Castle
Hemyock Castle is tucked away behind high stone walls in the...
- Castles in Wales
Most early Norman castles erected after the Conquest of...
- Castles in Scotland
Semi-ruined substantial 14th and 15th century fortress. With...
- Dorset
Dorset is a county steeped in history, from the prehistoric...
- Kent
Welcome to Kent, the ‘Garden of England’, so called because...
- Hampshire
One of England's most popular family attractions is also in...
- Cornwall
This beautiful county has much to offer the visitor. Think...
- Castles in England
Welcome to Historic UK’s interactive map of castles in...
- Hemyock Castle
History The Tower of London. A castle is a type of fortified structure, developed in Europe during the Middle Ages. The first castles appeared in France in the 10th century, and in England during the 11th century.
NameTypeDateConditionKeep and bailey12–17th centuryRestoredTower house15th centuryIntactTower house15th centuryRuinsCastle14–16th centuryRestoredYou'll find English castles everywhere from Northumberland to Cornwall, and ranging in date from Norman to Tudor and from little Stokesay Castle to mighty fortresses like Kenilworth and Dover Castles. Here we trace how castles developed over nearly five centuries, and how they fit into the 3,000-year-long story of England's defences, from ...
England’s castles are theatres of history. During the medieval period they set the stage for political dramas, wartime stand-offs and family feuds. Once symbols of power and prestige, they now stand as monuments to hundreds of years of history. Discover the stories held within the walls of England’s greatest fortifications and learn about ...
England’s castles are some of the best in the world – with the oldest structures dating back to the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, they span a millennia of history, appearing in every style, period and for every reason. Whether you’re interested in Medieval royalty or Second World War history, there’s something for everyone.
From Norman earthworks to mighty royal fortresses and from Cornwall to Northumberland, these castles and forts tell the turbulent and often surprising story of power, war and siege in England. Explore the history of castles through time, learn more about medieval life, and plan a memorable day out at a castle near you.
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