FOR anyone who can’t wait seven months for the next Downton Abbey movie, how about a visit to the real-life village instead. The beloved TV series and franchise was filmed all over the UK, ...

Mr Ingilby added: “The castle has played a role in many historical events, from the Wars of the Roses to the time when James VI stayed here on his way to his coronation as James I of England.

Set on the Essex-Suffolk border, Hedingham Castle stands as one of England’s oldest and most storied strongholds. With a history stretching back over 900 years, this Norman landmark has welcomed ...

David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. In the heart of Northumberland, England, lies a castle and country house that draws history buffs, architectural enthusiasts ...

On a cliff overlooking the emerald waters of Lake Bled, Bled Castle is one of Europe’s most enchanting fairy-tale destinations. This thousand-year-old fortress, considered the oldest castle in ...

Explore the 10 largest castles in the world, ranked by area. From Poland’s Malbork Castle to India’s Mehrangarh Fort, discover these grand historic fortresses.