In the ninth and tenth centuries, castles were often built of wood and easily burned down by enemies. As unrest spread across Europe and warfare began to change, castle designs had to adapt.

The best preserved parts of Richmond Castle have walls which are 11ft (3.3m) thick Plans to build commercial units close to an 11th Century castle have been approved, despite fears the scheme ...

Built in the 11th century, the castle’s initial purpose was to serve as a defensive post against incursions from the north, helping to secure the volatile lands in the north of England.

giving them the chance to see the rolling Dorset countryside through the eyes of an 11th-century monarch for the first time. The tower made up part of the king's living quarters, providing him ...

This 11th-century privately-owned castle has been featured in various films and TV series, including Season 6 (Episode 6) of Game of Thrones. On the tour, you’ll get to see all the filming ...

Villagers have voiced concerns about the future of an historic castle where Mary Queen of Scots was once held prisoner. The 11th Century Tutbury Castle, in Tutbury, Staffordshire, has been closed ...

make sure to add Montjuïc Castle to your Barcelona itinerary – the stone structure is teeming with history dating all the way back to the 11th century. The castle started out as a single ...

Situated on St Patrick’s Isle, Peel Castle was once used as a fort for Magnus Barefoot, a Viking King in the 11th century. Visitors will have the opportunity to stroll the castle’s extensive ...