Living in a country with thousands of castles can make it easy to lose sight of their magnificence. Even if there is a castle not far from where you live, you may not be aware of its history. County Kerry, in Ireland's southwestern area, is a location of natural grandeur and beauty. The Lakes of… Continue reading Must See Castles in the Kingdom of Kerry
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What would it be like to live in a Medieval Castle?
Good Morning! This post comes from the lovely Casey Raye Hakenson who has been published in History is Now Magazine and has her own blog (which you can read about here: Rayeshistory)... She's written this article about living in a medieval castle and it is a really enjoyable read, so I hope you all enjoy! ***… Continue reading What would it be like to live in a Medieval Castle?
8 Castles of Staffordshire
Staffordshire might not be the first place you think of when it comes to castles, but there are certainly enough to keep you busy for a few days. Having lived in Staffordshire for most of my life, it's crazy to me to think that I would normally travel hours to explore historic places, but Staffordshire… Continue reading 8 Castles of Staffordshire
12 Affordable Castle Hotels in Ireland
Whenever you go travelling, you will find that there is always accommodations that can suit the traveller's budget, but nothing beats the experience of staying in a castle hotel - particular when you stay in one of these castle hotels in Ireland! The elegant rooms and intricate ornaments, matched with great service is enough to… Continue reading 12 Affordable Castle Hotels in Ireland
Top 5 Impressive Castles Near Dublin
Ireland is a place to visit, not just for its beauty and lively atmosphere, but because of its incredible history as well! With an estimate of around 30,000 castles and castle remains, you will be spoilt for choice as you explore its lush greenery and rolling hills! Ireland is known throughout the world for its… Continue reading Top 5 Impressive Castles Near Dublin