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A summary of the current state of research on Beeston Castle, together with future research areas and questions.
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A brief history of Bolsover Castle, an extraordinary aristocratic retreat created in the 17th century.
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Get inspired for the perfect group day out at English Heritage. Craft your perfect group itinerary from our helpful list of suggestions.
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Lord Hastings, Richard III and an Unfinished Castle
How William Lord Hastings’s ultra-fashionable castle at Kirby Muxloe, Leicestershire, was left incomplete following his summary and shocking execution by the future Richard III.
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The tall shaft of a 15th century cross, on the site of an annual fair held from the 1100s until the 1950s.
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Put your knowledge to the test yet again with our second quiz all about the castles.
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Five fantasy castles and their real life counterparts
Castles have long been a cornerstone in the world of fantasy storytelling across literature, TV, film and gaming. While the fortresses described in fiction are often exaggerated, many have parallels with the elaborate style and tactical design of real castles.
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The History of Walmer Castle's Gardens
Walmer Castle has over eight acres of gardens and woodland. The castle is the official residence of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports, and over the years many who held that title left their mark on Walmer's landscape.
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Roman Invasion at Maiden Castle
Britain’s largest Iron Age hillfort was once regarded as a monument to the brutality of Roman invasion, but in fact its story may be rather more complicated.
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Description of Conisbrough Castle
A description of Conisbrough Castle, which is dominated by its great cylindrical keep, built in the late 12th century.