Castles of Britain

Britain is strewn with ruins of castles and of of course the most famous working castle, Windsor Castle. Castles are tangible relics of a remarkable past, a lengthy heritage etched in stone, as well as with the blood and sweat of those who built, labored, fought, and died in their shadow. Castles have a timelessness that is awe-inspiring. They have endured centuries of warfare and the effects of weather is a testimony to the creativity and power of their medieval owners. How many of us will have such long-lasting success?

For those of that struggle with generating entertaining ideas for days out why not visit one of the many castles Britain has to offer, many of which are Castle World Heritage Sites. Here is a list of the castle you must visit.

Wales

Beaumaris Castle Beaumaris, Anglesey, Wales 5 miles NE of Menai Bridge (A5) by A545. 7 miles from Bangor.

Caernarfon Castle Castle Ditch, Gwynedd, Wales In Caernarfon, just west of town center.

Conwy Castle Conwy, Conwy, Wales In Conwy by the A55 or B5106.

Harlech Castle Harlech, Gwynedd, Wales On the A496 coast road.

England

Durham Castle Palace Green, Duram, England In the city center, adjacent to the cathedral.

Tower of London London, London, England Tube station: Tower Hill on Circle/District Line. Monument on Northern Line. Docklands Light Railway: Tower Gateway Station.

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