At most castles that are open to the public, visitors simply walk around for an afternoon and then leave when they're ready. But that's where Ruthin Castle is unique as guests can spend a night inside a castle shaped over almost 750 years of history. Photo: Neil Parley / Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY… Continue reading Ruthin Castle Hotel & Spa: A Historic Castle in Northern Wales
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Castles, Abbeys & Hill Walking: How We Spent 3 Days in North Wales
Earlier this month, my husband and I decided to go on a spontaneous "mini-moon" and booked to stay in North Wales. This is one of our favourite places to visit in the UK (although we do have many), but we felt that this would be the right place for our to start our married lives… Continue reading Castles, Abbeys & Hill Walking: How We Spent 3 Days in North Wales
Powis Castle: Step into history for the perfect day trip in WalesÂ
Welcome, fellow adventurers and history enthusiasts, to a journey through time and elegance as we delve into the captivating realm of Powis Castle. Perched majestically atop a hill in the heart of Wales, Powis Castle stands as a testament to centuries of history, artistry, and the enduring spirit of its occupants. Location: Welshpool, SY21 8RF… Continue reading Powis Castle: Step into history for the perfect day trip in WalesÂ
Exploring Buildwas Abbey in Shropshire – Review
Built: Buildwas was founded in 1135 Location: Nr Ironbridge, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7BW History: Founded by the local bishop in 1135, it was sparsely endowed at the outset but enjoyed several periods of growth and increasing wealth: notably under Abbot Ranulf in the second half of the 12th century and again from the mid-13th century, when large… Continue reading Exploring Buildwas Abbey in Shropshire – Review
Exploring Wenlock Priory in Shropshire – Review
Built: The priory was built between 1140 and 1180 and largely rebuilt from 1200 to 1240. Location: Bull Ring, Much Wenlock TF13 6HS History: The tranquil ruins of Wenlock Priory stand in a picturesque setting on the fringe of beautiful Much Wenlock. An Anglo-Saxon monastery was founded here in about 680 by King Merewalh of Mercia, whose abbess daughter Milburge… Continue reading Exploring Wenlock Priory in Shropshire – Review
