While you've probably seen extravagant castles in movies or read about them in medieval stories, they weren't always the fairytales we’re often led to believe. From freezing cold conditions to brutal ...

Despite what pop culture might have you believe, living in a medieval castle wasn't all that glamorous. If you were one of the lucky ruling class, you got some wine or the occasional hot bath. But ...

There is something deeply magnetic about a locked door, a sealed wall, or a staircase that vanishes into silence. Castles ...

After six years of meticulous restoration and a multi-million-pound investment, one of England’s most iconic Norman structures has re-emerged into public life. The newly reopened Norwich Castle Keep, ...

In the ninth and tenth centuries, castles were often built of wood and easily burned down by enemies. As unrest spread across Europe and warfare began to change, castle designs had to adapt. Looming ...

After five years and a $37 million restoration, Norwich Castle—one of England’s most iconic Norman fortresses—is reopening its doors with a meticulous recreation of its 12th-century grandeur. From ...

Castles are not just a relic of medieval warfare; they also represent power, prestige, romance, and architecture. While definitions of what qualifies as a “castle” can vary, some include fortified ...

Clashing swords, rebel knights and medieval drama are coming to life in Penrith this May. Greystoke Castle will be ...