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Dunstanburgh Castle is built on a rocky cliff top overlooking the North Sea on the east coast of Northumberland. It's position is remote and only accessible on foot. It was built by Thomas of Lancaster on a massive scale in 1313. Thomas of Lancaster was the nephew of Edward 1st and the Gatehouse at Dunstanburgh has similarities to those of Edward 1st's castles in Wales although Dunstanburgh Is considerably larger. In addition to providing the entrance to the castle the Gatehouse contained a Great Hall and accomodation. There was a Courtyard behind the Gatehouse which served an an Inner Bailey. The walled Outer Bailey is substantial but there is little evidence of permanent buildings within. The South and West walls on the landward sides were of stronger construction than those on the East and North sides which were protected by substantial drops from the cliff top to the rocks below. For a short period Sir John Lilburn, a well known local bandit, served as Constable of the Castle. In 1322 Thomas of Lancaster was involved in a rebellion against Edward 11. He was captured at Boroughbridge then executed. Dunstanburgh passed into Royal ownership. In 1362 it came into the possession of John of Gaunt who was a Warden of the English East March and responsible for securing the north east border with Scotland. He built an additional Gatehouse in the West wall in 1383. There was always a threat from the French who were allied with the Scots and Dunstanburgh, in its coastal position, was well placed in the event of invasion. It also provided a refuge for the local population in the case of raids from the Scots or Reivers. The Castle saw some action in the Wars of the Roses but was largely redundant by the late 16th century.
Discover a hidden gem at Hearst Castle—its intricately detailed coffered ceilings, like the one featured here, are a testament to master craftsmanship. This stunning wooden ceiling features finely carved figures encased within geometric frames, each telling a story rooted in history and art. Notice the central figure, which resembles a classical Madonna, flanked by symbolic depictions of figures in armor and religious attire. This ceiling is not only a work of art but also a nod to Hearst’s eclectic tastes, blending European Renaissance styles with a uniquely American grandeur.
The wooden panels are rich in texture, showcasing the high level of craftsmanship brought to life by artisans handpicked by William Randolph Hearst himself. The patterns, borders, and carvings create a sense of depth and opulence while preserving the warm, rustic charm of the material. These ceilings were inspired by European cathedrals and castles, with their intricate designs conveying themes of spirituality, power, and nobility. The natural woodgrain enhances the rich narrative woven into the architectural elements.
Visitors to Hearst Castle are often captivated by these ceiling masterpieces, which are as much a part of the experience as the expansive views and lavish interiors. Beyond their beauty, these ceilings serve as a portal into the mind of Hearst, reflecting his passion for art, history, and craftsmanship.
Castle Grant was for centuries the headquarters of the Grants of Freuchie, Chiefs of the name. Where's Freuchie you ask? This is Freuchie and was known as such until 1698. The Grants were made Lords Strathspey at that time and the castle's name changed to suit the newly gained status.
The Grants came here from Stratherrich in Inverness-shire, their first authentic ancestor being Sir Lawrence Grant, Sheriff of Inverness in 1263. The family probably came to Speyside following the collapse of the Comyns at the hands of Robert Bruce. The first Grant of Freuchie was Sir Duncan Grant, son of John Roy Grant, chief of the clan, also Sheriff of Inverness, in 1434. King Charles II intended to make the Laird of Freuchie Earl of Strathspey, but died before the letters patent were signed.
Thirty years later, the 8th laird, Sir Ludovick Grant of Freuchie (of whom we learned about at Cullen House, marrying Margaret Ogilvy, with the result that their grandson Lewis Grant inherited the Seafield earldom) had his lands erected into a barony and then went on a building spree.
One wet Bank holiday two years ago I put this castle small island castle together. You can see more pictures here www.mocpages.com/moc.php/59077
A view of a train on the Bexleyheath line at Eltham seen from the top of Severndroog Castle. In the bottom right is a building with the name Kinesis, the is the former Well Hall Odeon on the roundabout. You can follow the line of Well Hall Road down to the Tudor Barn.
Severndroog Castle is on Shooters Hill.
Kanazawa Castle stands as a timeless emblem of Japan’s feudal heritage, blending stunning architectural details with historical significance. Located in Ishikawa Prefecture, this meticulously reconstructed fortress transports visitors to the Edo period, when it served as the residence and stronghold of the powerful Maeda clan. The striking white walls of the castle are composed of a unique combination of lead-tile roofing and stone masonry, carefully restored to preserve the castle’s original design while adhering to modern preservation techniques.
One of the most notable features is the Hishi Yagura turret, whose angular structure offers a glimpse into ingenious Japanese defensive architecture. Nearby, the Ishikawa Gate adds a touch of grandeur with its intricately layered roofs and weathered wooden beams, all surrounded by impeccably landscaped gardens. The castle’s design focuses on both functionality and beauty, with high stone walls and moats ensuring security, while its elevated position provides breathtaking views of the surrounding grounds.
For those seeking an immersive experience, exploring the bridge leading to the castle’s entrance offers a dramatic transition from the modern cityscape to a world steeped in tradition. In autumn, the vibrant foliage transforms the scene into a kaleidoscope of colors, complementing the crisp white plasterwork of the walls. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, architecture admirer, or photographer, Kanazawa Castle provides endless inspiration.
As part of Kanazawa’s cultural landscape, the castle connects seamlessly with other nearby attractions, such as Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s most famous landscape gardens. A visit to Kanazawa Castle is not just a step back in time but also an invitation to marvel at the enduring artistry of Japanese design.
Brougham Castle is located about 3 kilometres south-east of Penrith. It was founded in the 13th century by Robert I de Vieuxpont. The site near the confluence of the Eamont and Lowther rivers had already been chosen by the Romans for a fort called Brocavum.
The Vieuxponts were a powerful family of landowners in the north-west of England. When Roger de Clifford married the granddaughter of Robert Vieuxponts in 1269, Brougham Castle fell to the Clifford family.
With the start of the Scottish Wars of Independence in 1296, Brougham Castle became an important military base and impressive stone walls and a large stone gatehouse were added. When the 2nd Baron de Clifford was executed as a traitor in 1322 the family's estates became the property of King Edward II, but were returned when Edward III came to the throne. The region was often threatened by the Scots and in 1388 they captured and plundered the castle.
The castle was passed down through the Clifford family but got neglected in the 17th and 18th century. By the 1750s, Brougham Castle served only as a source of building stone for the village of Brougham.
A long exposure of Bamburgh Castle in Northumbria near sunset ... (30 seconds, f/18, 100 iso using an ND10 filter) ...
Tattershall Castle and The Stables...
Tattershall Castle has its origins in either a stone castle or a fortified manor house, built by Robert de Tattershall in 1231...
This was largely rebuilt in brick, and greatly expanded, by Ralph, 3rd Lord Cromwell, Treasurer of England, between 1430 and 1450...
About 700,000 bricks were used to build the castle, which has been described as "the finest piece of medieval brick-work in England"...
Of Lord Cromwell's castle, the 130 foot high Great Tower and moat still remain...
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The castle was built in the 17th Century by the Liechtenstein family, right by the 13th Century fortress. Originally it should be a four-wing castle, but only one wing was built and even this one never completed. That´s why the building looks this way. The old castle was demolished in 1801, only the rock hill remains in the courtyard.
Castle Combe is a small village in Wiltshire, England, with a population of about 350. It is renowned for its attractiveness and tranquillity, and for fine buildings including the medieval church. The 14th century market cross, erected when the privilege to hold a weekly market in Castle Combe was granted, is situated where the three principal streets converge. Some small stone steps near the cross were for horse riders to mount and dismount and close by are the remains of the buttercross. The village has twice played host to the Combe Sunday event, a music extravaganza which attracted 4,000 visitors to the village in 2006.
The 4-star Manor House Hotel in the village was built in the 14th century. It has 48 rooms and 365 acres (1.5 km2) of gardens.
The village prospered during the fifteenth century, when it belonged to Millicent, the wife of Sir Stephen Le Scrope and then of Sir John Fastolf (1380–1459), a Norfolk knight who was the effective lord of the manor for fifty years. He promoted the woollen industry, supplying his own troops and others for Henry V's war in France.
Castle Combe is the home of a motor racing venue, Castle Combe Circuit, located on the disused RAF Castle Combe airfield. It was also used as a location for the film musical Doctor Dolittle, but its frequently rainy summer climate, and the residents' irritation at the producers' arbitrary modifications of the area for shooting that was severe enough to incite attempted sabotage, frustrated production.Raymond Austin, director/writer, set the action of his book, Find Me A Spy, Catch me a Traitor in the village and at the Manor. Other productions include "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd", an episode of Agatha Christie's Poirot, and the films Stardust and The Wolfman, and the 1967 motion picture version of Doctor Dolittle. Throughout September 2010, the village was used as a key filming location for Steven Spielberg's production of War Horse.
St. Andrew's church is the home of the Castle Combe Clock, one of the very few English medieval clocks still in use.
The village is near the villages of Grittleton, Ford, Nettleton, Tiddleywink, and the town of Chippenham.
Castle Combe is represented in parliament by James Gray, and in Wiltshire Council by Jane Scott, both Conservatives.
Castle Hill Lighthouse is located on Narragansett Bay in Newport, Rhode Island at the end of the historic Ocean Drive. It is an active navigation aid for vessels entering the East Passage between Conanicut Island and Aquidneck Island.~ en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castle_Hill_Light
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Portencross Castle was constructed in three phases startingin 1360. It was the home of a branch of the Boyds. The lands around Portencross were given to the Boyds of Kilmarnock by King Robert 1 as reward for their help at the Battle of Bannockburn. A number of Royal Charters were signed at the castle and it had close links with King Robert 11 during that period. After the 1600s, it was occupied by local fishermen. The roof was destroyed in a gale in January1739. By the 20th century, the Adams of Auchenames owned the castle. It became a scheduled ancient monument in 1955.
In 2007 FOPC was awarded grant support from the Heritage Lottery Fund, Historic Scotland and the Architectural Heritage Fund, North Ayrshire Council and many individuals, FOPC was able to raise just over £1million pounds for the costs of the project. The castle will remain open with the help of donations and by having events at the castle.
Please donate if you can, find out more details www.portencrosscastle.org.uk or you can get details from the castle.
Neuschwanstein Castle. The world famous castle... its beauty is unsurpassed... a true work of genius! King Ludwig II, who built this castle, is often referred to as the crazy king... and I believe, you need to be 'crazy' to build something so magical and beautiful!
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Corfe Castle is in the Dorset village that has the same name. Built by William the Conqueror it dates back to the 11th century. Once owned by Elizabeth the first it was later owned by Sir John Bankes who fought on the side the King in the Civil War. As a result it was under siege twice by the Parliamentarians.
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A closer view of Castle Street with Oken's House at the end. It was originally built in the 16th century but restored in the 1860s, and was the home of Thomas Oken, Master of the Guilds, who died there in 1673. He was a very wealthy mercer (maker of thread), and in his will stipulated that three of his properties should be established as almshouses for the poor of Warwick. The charity still survives today, though now amalgamated with that of Nicholas Eyffler, a German immigrant who made his fortune as a glazier in the 16th century.
Building of the castle was begun in 1138 by the Norman lord William d'Albini for his new wife, the widow of Henry I. In the 14th century it became the luxurious residence of Queen Isabella, widow (and alleged murderess) of Edward II.
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Castle Mountain at sunrise, with the sun almost completely out. A reflection of the mountain can be seen in the Bow River
With most of the service wagons down at Welshpool for use on another task the Fence2Fence Team had to make do with a carriage to carry personnel and tools. The train is seen at Castle Caereinion Station where the loco had run around the carriage.
Photo taken at the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway
Camber Castle stands amid coastal marshes as ruins once strategic in protecting Sussex shores. Constructed initially as Henry VIII's small artillery tower from 1512-1514 overlooking Camber anchorage and Rye Harbour, increasing Franco-English tensions spurred reconstruction and fortification by 1539 under Stefan von Haschenperg. Further works from 1542-1543 aimed to remedy unsatisfactory results, yielding a large concentric artillery fort. While operational until closed under Charles I in 1637, the outbreak of Civil War saw Parliamentary forces dismantle fortifications to deny Royalists possession in 1642. Today only fragments remain, remnants of defenses that shielded the coast for centuries.
Castle Bran, near Brasov, Romania.
The castle is rumoured to be the inspiration for Bram Stoker's gothic Transylvanian tale.
Looking across the graveyard to the lych gate erected in memory of Lady Mary Howard d1877 heiress of the estate, who along with her husband Fulk Greville Howard was a benefactor of the church. - church of St Lawrence, Castle Rising, Norfolk
Fontainebleau Castle - France
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Castle siege entry for Classic Castle Colossal Contest VI in 2008.
Contest entry consists of three pictures. Instead of taking three photos of the same MOC, I decided to make a little story out of it in three scenes. It is still the same MOC, but every time a bit modified.
Osaka Castle, or Osaka-jō, stands as one of Japan's most iconic landmarks, blending rich history with stunning architecture. Originally built in 1583 by the powerful warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi, it symbolized his ambition for unification during the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Though destroyed and rebuilt multiple times due to war and natural disasters, today’s five-story castle—rebuilt in 1931—is a meticulous reconstruction that honors its historic grandeur while incorporating modern touches like an elevator for accessibility.
The castle’s towering white facade is adorned with golden shachihoko ornaments and intricate green-tiled roofs, making it a visual marvel against Osaka's skyline. Surrounding the castle is an expansive moat and massive stone walls, which showcase the impressive engineering of the time. The inner Nishinomaru Garden, spanning 64 acres, offers panoramic views of the castle, particularly stunning during cherry blossom season.
Inside, the castle houses a modern museum that chronicles its turbulent past and Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s legacy. Visitors can explore exhibits featuring samurai armor, weaponry, and artifacts that tell the story of Osaka’s pivotal role in Japanese history. The top floor of the castle offers a 360-degree observation deck, providing breathtaking views of the city.
Beyond its historical significance, Osaka Castle serves as a vibrant hub for cultural festivals, seasonal illuminations, and traditional performances. Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast, history buff, or casual traveler, Osaka Castle promises a captivating glimpse into Japan's feudal past while standing tall as a symbol of resilience and beauty.