Dumbarton Castle reopens
Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has announced that Dumbarton Castle is reopening to the public on Saturday 18 February after being closed for essential conversation work.
Stones stolen from Scottish castle
Scottish police are investigating the theft of stones from Yester Castle.
The Idea of the Castle in Medieval England
The castle has long been regarded as a practical, military architecture, introduced by the Normans as a tool of feudal control. More recently, castles have been accorded a certain symbolic significance, expressing military and political power.
Castle for Sale in Tuscany
Located in the Tuscan hills near the town of Montalcino, Castel Verdelli dates back to the 14th century.
The Medieval Magazine (Volume 3, No. 14) : Historic Selfies!
In this issue: Historic selfies with the medieval kings of France, and in Renaissance coins, the Anglo-Saxon fenlands, and how DNA research on chickens is linked to medieval diet and fasting traditions. We visit Anne Boleyn’s childhood home and look at the Holy Spirit in female form.
Stay in a Medieval Castle in Ireland!
Are you a history lover looking for a unique experience? Become an authentic medieval “overknighter” at The Black Castle
Making Your Mark: Medieval Masons’ Marks at Tarascon
How do you operate a business when you can’t read and your knowledge of math is extremely limited? Making your mark on the…
A Fortress Built of Salt
The mountains and hills of Spain are covered in many little towns. They are more than picturesque; so charming that they’re almost saccharine.…
Crowdfunding campaign for a Crusader Castle
A crowdfunding campaign to fund archaeological work and restoration of a crusader castle has already reached half of its goal.
Castle for Sale in New York
Looking for a medieval castle but want to stay in North America? Consider Highlands Castle, situated in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains of New York State.
Castle for Sale: Le Château de Pouzilhac
Originally built in the 12th century, and expanded in the 14th century, this French castle has been completely restored and offers medieval charm and modern comfort.
Original castle gates and doors: A Survey
Our survey will consider timber gates, doors and portcullis grilles that are still performing their original function with a brief overview of construction methods.
Crenellations: Crowning Castles
Crenellations are one of the most recognizable elements of a medieval castle.
The Tower-House Castle: Not Exactly Fit for a King
By Danielle Trynoski House, Tower, Castle. It’s like a weird hand of Cards Against Humanity or Apples to Apples but these special types…