Our coast has also been our first line of defence. This means around the UK coastline, we have the remains of castles and forts offering a glimpse into the country’s medieval and military past.
Location is everything, and visiting a castle will also get you out in some of the most spectacular and breathtaking locations.
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Popular Castles and Forts
Appleby Castle overlooks the River Eden and consists of a 12th century castle keep which is known as Caesar’s Tower, Read moreโฆ
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Piel Castle also known as Fouldry Castle, is located on Piel Island, 1 km off the southern tip of the Read moreโฆ
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Aldingham castle is an unusual 13th century motte and bailey castle and can still be seen on top of a Read moreโฆ
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Hardknott Roman Fort ruins is square with rounded corners, 114 metres long externally, or 105 metres internally, the rampart wall Read moreโฆ
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Carlisle Castle is a great medieval fortress that has watched over the City of Carlisle for over nine centuries. Visitors Read moreโฆ
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Ambleside Roman Fort, remains of 2nd-century fort with large granaries. Read moreโฆ
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