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Windsor Castle

About Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It was originally built by William the Conqueror over 1,000 years ago. It is the official residence of Her Majesty the Queen, Elizabeth II. Not only a … Continue reading

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Leeds Castle, Outside London

About Leeds Castle has been called “the loveliest castle in the world”. William the Conqueror, the first Norman King in 1066, demanded a survey of English lands, wealth and property for tax purposes. The compilation today is known as the … Continue reading

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Bolsover Castle

About Bolsover Castle is a stunning castle perched on the top of a hill overlooking the beautiful English countryside. It is unusual in that it was built as an estate house to look like a castle. It received the nickname … Continue reading

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Tower of London

The Tower of London is one of the most popular tourist attractions in England with over 2,000,000 visitors a year.  It has been a castle, a royal palace, a prison, a mint, an armory, a safe-haven for the crown jewels … Continue reading

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Lindisfarne Castle

Distinct from the priory at Lindisfarne but with its own unique history is the Lindisfarne Castle.  It is a small castle built on a volcanic mound on the opposite side of the bay from the town of Lindisfarne and the … Continue reading

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Bamburgh Castle

Our real goal for the day was Lindisfarne Island.  As we stood on the castle on Lindisfarne we could see a castle off in the distance.  There was sunlight burning so you know we had to go and explore. The … Continue reading

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