Discover Breathtaking Castles Hidden Throughout Europe

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Discover Breathtaking Castles, Hidden Throughout Europe

Ever dreamed of exploring some of the most incredible castles in Europe?

Well, I’ve a passion for visiting amazing castles, all around the world. And I’d love to show you some breathtaking places!

I’ve explored red-stone ruins hidden throughout rolling green England.

I’ve toured dusty Islamic fortresses lurking within the arid Spanish plains.

And I’ve searched for sea-splashed stone strongholds, guarding North Wales.

This site is filled with my tales and photographs of castles I’ve loved. I hope it inspires you to get out there and see these places for yourself.

Edd M. London, UK (2018)

Castles of England

Since 1066, England has been peppered with castles, built for defence and prestige.

Discover some of the most amazing castles in England, ranging from the famous to the truly forgotten.

Castles of Scotland

The battle for Scottish independence has left Scotland with many majestic castles.

Discover the greatest castles in Scotland, and unpick the history behind Scottish Independence.

European Castles

It's not just the countries of Western Europe which are filled with amazing castles.

Throughout the continent, there are incredible examples of castle architecture. Uncover the highlights of Europe's castles - from tiny ruins to mighty fortresses.

Castles of Wales

North Wales has a stunning selection of world-class castles. Many are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Uncover the most remarkable Welsh castles, and learn more about Edward I - the man who forged them.

Castle Machicolations

Machicolations – Defending a Medieval Castle with ‘Murder Holes’

A castle machicolation is sometimes known as a ‘murder hole’. They were an important defensive feature of Medieval castle architecture. Today, you can see machicolations in some surviving Medieval castles. Other castles, especially those built …

Eilean Donan Castle

Eilean Donan castle is incredibly beautiful - and internationally famous. Eilean Donan is probably the most photographed fortress in the whole of Scotland, and has featured in movies such as James Bond (as the Scottish HQ of MI6, no less). The …

Medieval Food and Drink

Fancy some roast peacock and whale's vomit? Maybe not, eh! Medieval food and drink probably wouldn’t tantalise our modern tastebuds. In the Medieval period, though, these strange dishes would have been delicacies. Nobles living in a Medieval …