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	Touring Southwest Lincolnshire Country Houses on Britannia: Belvoir Castle
		During the Civil War, in 1645, Belvoir was besieged and surrendered to the Roundheads.
		From the car park the walk to the castle is uphill but it is possible to leave the driveway and approach through the gardens giving a fine view of the southwest front, which is built of yellow stone with grey stone dressings.
		Belvoir is a member of the Historic Houses Association and is open from April to September on weekends and Tuesdays to Thursdays from 10am to 5pm.
	www.britannia.com /tours/lincs/swlinc15.html (527 words)

	Belvoir Castle (Israel) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The castle was highly symmetric, with a rectangular outer wall, reinforced with square towers at the corners and on each side, surrounding a square inner enclosure with four corner towers and one on the west wall.
		The fortress of Belvoir served its purpose as a major obstacle to the Muslim goal of invading the Crusader Kingdom of Jerusalem from the east.
		In 1240 Belvoir was ceded to the Crusaders by agreement, however lack of funds did not permit them to restore the fortifications and it returned to Muslim control.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Belvoir_Castle_(Israel) (339 words)

	Belvoir Castle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Belvoir Castle (pronounced Beaver) is a stately home in Leicestershire, overlooking the Vale of Belvoir.
		The architect James Wyatt was chiefly responsible for this restructuring, and the result is a building which bears a superficial resemblance to a medieval castle, its central tower reminiscent of Windsor Castle.
		The castle is near several villages, including Redmile, Woolsthorpe, Harlaxton, Croxton Kerrial and Bottesford, and the town of Grantham.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Belvoir_Castle (300 words)

	Hambleton Hall - Location & Recreation - Historic Sights (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Burghley House, Belton House, Belvoir Castle, Grimsthorpe Castle and Rockingham Castle are favourites.
		Belvoir does of course house a wonderful collection and the statue garden is always worth a visit.
		Grimsthorpe Castle dates back to the 12th century and in 1516, Henry VIII granted the manor to the 10th Baron Willoughby de Eresby on his marriage to Maria de Salinas, kinswoman and lady-in-waiting to the Queen, Catherine of Aragon and it is still the home of the de Eresby family today.
	www.hambletonhall.com /loc_sights.html (578 words)

	Belvoir Castle - Wikitravel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Belvoir Castle (Hebrew Kokhav haYarden - the 'Star of the Jordan'; Arabic Kaukab al-Hawa - the 'Star of the Winds') is a magnificently-located Crusader castle, situated in an isolated hill top position high above the Sea of Galilee in northern Israel.
		Belvoir served its primary purpose as an obstacle to the Muslim goal of invading the Crusader Kingdom of Jerusalem from the east, withsatnding the attack of Muslim forces in 1180.
		Belvoir's fortification were dismantled in 1217-18 by the Muslim rulers who feared the reconquest of the fortress by the Crusaders.
	wikitravel.org /en/Belvoir_Castle (352 words)

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		Belvoir Castle occupies a commanding position with breathtaking views across the Vale of belvoir.
		From the elegance of the Elizabeth Saloon and the majesty of the State Dining Room to the delights of the Regents Gallery and the military splendor of the Guard Room, Belvoir possesses one of the most stunning interiors of the period.
		In 1964 The 17th/21st Lancers Museum was established in Belvoir Castle by kind permission of his Grace the Duke of Rutland.
	www.angelfire.com /fang/uk/belvoir.htm (411 words)

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		Belvoir Castle is an imposing, fairy-tale sight, with golden Lincolnshire-stone towers standing high above the Vale of Belvoir.
		Belvoir is on the way to becoming an essential destination for garden tourists; the 5th Duchess would surely approve.
		Belvoir Castle (01476 871002; www.belvoircastle.com) is open every day except Monday and Friday, 11am-5pm, last entry 4pm.
	www.telegraph.co.uk /gardening/main.jhtml?xml=/gardening/2005/04/23/gbelvoir23.xml (851 words)

	Belvoir Castle on AboutBritain.com
		The present Castle is the fourth to have stood on the site since Norman times, the existing Castle was completed in the early 19th century after previous buildings suffered complete or partial destruction during The Wars of the Roses, the Civil War and a major fire in 1816.
		In 1964 The 17th/21st Lancers Museum was established in Belvoir Castle by kind permission of his Grace the Duke of Rutland.
		The Castle is 6 miles from the A1 at Grantham and 12 miles from Melton Mowbray.
	www.aboutbritain.com /BelvoirCastle.htm (748 words)

	Belvoir Castle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Belvoir Castle, (pronounced Beaver) home to the 10th Duke and Duchess of Rutland, stands overlooking the Vale of Belvoir.
		Todeni's successor Albini inherited the castle but by 1247, with the male succession line at an end, the castle passed with the marriage of Isabel de Albini to the de Ros family.
		In the 14th century, the castle suffered destruction courtesy of the Civil War called the "War of the Roses." Between 1523 and 1555 it was left to the 1st and 2nd Earls of Rutland to rejuvenate.
	www.suite101.com /article.cfm/3550/33768 (427 words)

	Belvoir Castle Leicestershire
		Belvoir Castle, the home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland, commands an outstanding view over the Vale of Belvoir.
		In the early-16th century the castle passed by marriage to the Manners family who later became Earls and then Dukes of Rutland.
		Belvoir Castle is approached from the bottom of the hill and the first view is of Wyatt's yellow stone south-west front.
	www.touruk.co.uk /houses/houseleics_belvoir.htm (856 words)

	Hothorpe Hall - Historic castles and buildings
		The castle was completed in the early 19th century after previous parts of the buildings were destroyed in the war of the roses, civil war and in the major fire of 1816.
		Tamworth Castle is one of England's great little castles set in the heart of Staffordshire.
		Kirby Muxloe Castle, begun in 1841, was one of the most advanced and fashionable fortified manor houses of its day.
	www.hothorpe.co.uk /historic_buildings.htm (608 words)

	Belvoir (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The Vale of Belvoir is rich, rolling, English countryside with wooded escarpments -- on one of which stands Belvoir Castle, the Leicestershire home of the Duke and Duchness of Rutland.The Manners family have occupied the Castle since 1508, though the current castle dates from the Regency period.
		Belvoir Castle houses one of the largest collections of fine art, including a famous Holbein of Henry VIIIth.
		The castle, originally built by Robert de Todeni, dates back to Norman times -- though two Civil Wars and a fire in 1816 have resulted in the current 19th century castle, inspired by 5th Duchess of Rutland.
	www.meltononline.co.uk /pp/location/detail.asp?id=89 (157 words)

	The Project Gutenberg eBook of The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction, Vol. 20, Issue 564, September 1, ...
		As the possessors of this castle and lordship have been chiefly persons of considerable eminence, and many of them numbered among the great men of history, it may be as well to interweave a few notices of them with a brief chronological account of the noble structure.
		In the civil wars the castle was defended for the king by the rector of Ashwell, co. Rutland.
		At Belvoir was formerly a priory of four fl monks, subordinate to the Abbey of St. Alban, in Hertfordshire, to which it was annexed by its founder, Robert de Belvideir, or De Todenci, in the time of William the Conqueror.
	www.gutenberg.org /files/11865/11865-h/11865-h.htm (12100 words)

	Belvoir Castle - Definition, explanation
		Belvoir Castle (pronounced Beaver) is a stately home in Leicestershire, overlooking the Vale of Belvoir.
		The architect James Wyatt was chiefly responsible for this restructuring, and the result is a building which bears a superficial resemblance to a medieval castle, its central tower reminiscent of Windsor Castle.
		The castle is open to the public and contains the Regimental Museum of the 17th and 21st Lancers, as well as many works of art.
	www.calsky.com /lexikon/en/txt/b/be/belvoir_castle.php (263 words)

	Belvoir Castle
		Belvoir Castle has a wide variety of rooms and land available for your event and would welcome you to come for an initial visit in person - in the mean time here’s a sample of what we have to offer.
		This is the first room on entering the Castle, with high ceilings and two large open fires it makes an impressive room for receiving guests and holding drinks receptions.
		This is one of the Castles most magnificent rooms with high ceilings, open fires and stunning views across the Lincolnshire countryside.
	www.belvoircastle.com /roomdetails.asp (458 words)

	Belvoir Castle Grantham Leicestershire England English
		Belvoir Castle was a Norman earthwork motte and bailey fortress, founded by Robert de Todeni, le Fundeur.
		In 1461 during the Wars of the Roses, this Lancastrian fortress was partially dismantled and left to decay, rebuilt by the Manners family, it was slighted after the Civil War.
		In the 19th century, the total reconstruction of the castle and grounds destroyed the medieval fortress but it left us with a dramatic Gothic revival castle, dominating the Vale of Belvoir.
	www.castleuk.net /castle_lists_midlands/130/belvoircastle.htm (193 words)

	Belvoir castle
		Situated in the Vale of Belvoir in Leicestershire Belvoir Castle has an approximate value of £85 million and is owned by the Duke of Rutland.
		Belvoir Castle is an older and more beautiful than any of the other royal palaces and is thought to be the real jewel in the Midland’s crown.
		As the castle has 160 rooms, five acres of roof, invaluable art collections, antiques, furniture all cost £500,000 a year it is rather a constant worry for the 11th Duke and Duchess of Rutland.
	www.britain.tv /property_top_100homes_9.shtml (246 words)

	Belvoir Castle: Castle garden, Historic house garden, Garden visit
		She saw the entire Vale of Belvoir as her garden and was merely framing the views with her valley gardens.
		The gardens facing Belvoir are a natural amphitheatre left by the moraines of two glaciers, she used this to her advantage.
		Divers developed the concept of mass spring flower bedding which was appropriate for Belvoir as traditionally the family stayed at the Castle in the spring before going to Cheveley in Newmarket for the season.
	www.belvoircastle.com /thegardens.asp (393 words)

	Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, England - Reeded Cottage, self catering holiday accommodation, is set in the historic ...
		Belvoir Castle is just 1½ miles from the cottage and is the current family home of the 11th Duke of Rutland and his family.
		The name Belvoir means 'beautiful view' and indeed it commands a breathtaking vista of the surrounding rolling English countryside.
		Originally built in around 1070, the castle has suffered a scarred history, being damaged and even partially demolished during the Wars of the Roses (1455 – 1487), the English Civil War (1642 – 1651) and a major fire in 1816.
	www.historic-uk.com /StayUK/Middle/Castles/BelvoirCastle.htm (409 words)

	MSN Encarta - Search Results - Belvoir Castle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Belvoir Castle, castle located 11 km (7 mi) from Grantham, Lincolnshire.
		The castle consists of an irregularly shaped building made up of a variety...
		Bosworth Battlefield in the west of the county has become an award-winning tourist centre, complete with illustrated battle trails, models,...
	uk.encarta.msn.com /Belvoir_Castle.html (114 words)

	Baron William D'Albini
		The seat of WILLIAM d'ALBINI, the Surety, was Belvoir Castle (pronounced "Bee-voor") founded in 1088 by Robert de Todeni, or Toni.
		He was placed as governor of Rochester Castle when, though he found it so utterly destitute of provisions as almost to induce his men to abandon it, he recruited and held it until weakness and famine obliged them to surrender to the King.
		King John ordered that all nobles in the Castle be hanged, but his chief counsellers resolutely opposed this sentence and William d'Albini and his son, Odonel, with several other Barons, were mereIy committed to the custody of Peter de Mauley, and sent as prisoners to Corfe and Nottingham Castles.
	www.magnacharta.org /Barons/baron_william_dalbini.htm (1190 words)

	GENUKI - Belvoir Genealogy
		BELVOIR is an extra-parochial desmesne, partly in the Soke of Grantham, Lincolnshire and comprising 109 inhabitants, and about 170 acres; but the pleasure grounds, woods, and plantations, extend over more than 500 acres in the adjoining parishes.
		Except the Inn, the houses are detached offices, belonging to the Castle, which is by far the most superb architectural ornament of which Leicestershire can boast." [White's History, Gazetteer and Directory of the Leicestershire and the small County of Rutland.
		3rd Edition 1877 relating to Belvoir and Belvoir Castle has been included on Guy Etchell's website and includes a drawing and map along with a list of resident's (mainly the Duke of Rutland's family and employees).
	www.genuki.org.uk /big/eng/LEI/Belvoir.html (280 words)

	Vale of Belvoir Business Directory \| Holiday Cottages, Accommodation and Business Listings
		There are many things to see in the Vale of Belvoir which is well known to be the home of good stilton cheese, fine local ales, fruit cordials, pork pies and home made produce.
		The Vale of Belvoir forms part of the counties of Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire in the United Kingdom and is right in the heart of the English countryside and close to the East Midlands.
		The Lodge in Belvoir Lane has a two separate rooms in the downstairs wing with shower and bathroom, the rooms are available for bed and breakfast.
	www.valeofbelvoir.co.uk (509 words)

	Woodview holiday cottages: English Tourism Board 4 star self catering accommodation
		Nestled snugly in the Vale of Belvoir, this rural retreat offers the best of both worlds; miles of beautiful Nottinghamshire countryside for you to explore with traditional market towns and bustling cities only a short distance away.
		Belvoir Castle the ancestral home of the Duke of Rutland enjoys a commanding position with breathtaking views across the Vale of Belvoir.
		Belvoir also hosts a number of events throughout the year such as jousting and other medieval occasions.
	www.woodviewcottages.co.uk /attractions.HTM (464 words)

	Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, England
		Belvoir Castle, (pronounced Bever), in Leicestershire is one of the few castles where you are permitted to take photographs inside of the building.
		You park at the foot of the hill and walk upwards to the castle which is hidden from view in the trees.
		The entrance to the castle is through the Pre-Guardroom where there is a collection of weapons before you reach the ticket desk which is based in the Guardroom itself.
	louisabrown.net /Belvoir.htm (788 words)

	Belvoir Castle: Conference facility, Corporate entertainment Nottinghamshire, Conference venue in England
		Belvoir is the perfect venue for companies requiring an exclusive country location with a wide variety of rooms and land available to them — from its’ range of exquisite state rooms, classical suites, intriguing break out rooms to the rolling parkland, lakes and woodland.
		The castle has a choice of 20 rooms, appetising in-house catering and a comprehensive package of conference equipment to choose from.
		Belvoir is a real jewel of the Midlands and offers a unique 'off-site' venue for all sorts of corporate events, enabling groups to literally get away from it all yet still be only a few miles from the major routes.
	www.belvoircastle.com /venue.asp (475 words)

	de Toni Family Genealogy
		was born about 1033 in Belvoir, Leicestershire, England and died in 1088 and was buried in Chapel at Belvoir Castle.
		Probably, a motte castle was built at Belvoir no later than the 1080's, a structure that would have been quite typical of its day.
		Robert de Todeni was also responsible for the construction of a priory adjacent to the castle, and was buried inside the chapel in 1088.
	www.aritek.com /hartgen/htm/de-toni.htm (1346 words)

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