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  Britannia: English Castles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Where possible, reference is made to existing castles within a comfortable day's journey of London so that the visitor who wishes to view a selection of English castles, but has limited time at his or her disposal, need not travel far from the capital.
Castles were primarily the residences of the nobility and the gentry and the life lived in them was very much akin to that of the later country house.
Motte and bailey castles came in a variety of configurations but the most common was a single mound and enclosure, with the motte at one end of the bailey and separated from it by its ditch.
www.britannia.com /history/david1.html   (1847 words)

  
 British Castles, Stately Homes and Houses
This historic castle was the scene of the murder of King Edward II in 1327, and was in 1645 besieged by Cromwell's troops.
The Castle was greatly improved and extended in the beginning of 16th century to Elizabethan manor; partly destroyed during the Civil War and finally abandoned in 1686.
In 1635 the castle was bought by Sir John Bankes, and as he was the supporter of the king castle was destroyed by the parliamentary forces during the English civil war after a long siege in 1646.
koti.welho.com /rhurmal1/linnat2004/castles.html   (5367 words)

  
 Terra Navidad
Greeting 2001 in a Scottish castle, sharing a toast with the ghost of the old owner, steeped in an environment charged with history can be an enchanting way of entering the new era that is about to begin.
The chronicles of Ulster mention the castle in 681; in 900, King Donald II fell in battle against the Vikings in Dunnottar; King Aethelstan of Wessex is mentioned in 934.
This castle was a major player in Scotland's history of struggle against English domination, conquered by the English in 1297 and then retaken by Scotland.
www.terra.com /holiday2000/viajes/fin2.htm   (453 words)

  
 Online Class - Castles of the United Kingdom - eLearning Certification
This is followed by an insight into castle life during the Middle Ages in peacetime and in war, such as a brief and interesting journey into the world of castle ghosts and then a guide to some of the glorious castles and castle ruins that can be found in the British Isles.
For the student to have a knowledge and understanding of what constitutes a castle, types of castle found in the UK today and of what life was like for the castle's inhabitants.
The castles included in this course are by no means purported by the instructor to be the best or only castles worth viewing in the United Kingdom.
research.universalclass.com /i/research/11877-syllabus.htm   (534 words)

  
 United Kingdom - History of the Flag   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The flag became 'the ensign armorial of the United Kingdom of Great Britain' as one of the provisions of the Act of Union in 1707, when the kingdoms of England and Scotland were united.
During the reign of Queen Victoria, the Royal Standard was considered to be the Standard of the United Kingdom, and not the Standard of the Sovereign.
It was used by members of the Royal Family; flown at certain military parades; displayed on fortresses and official buildings in the United Kingdom, and at Government House in the colonies, on the Sovereign's Birthday and on the days of Coronation and Accession; and flown on government buildings when the sovereign was passing in State.
flagspot.net /flags/gb-hist.html   (4172 words)

  
 Directory - Arts: Architecture: History: Building Types: Fortifications: Castles: United Kingdom: Wales
Caernarfon Castle, North Wales  · cached · Photograph and quotation from D.M. Robinson and Roger S. Thomas, "Wales, Castles and Historic Places", supplied by Data Wales.
Usk Castle  · cached · The Friends of Usk provide a plan and illustrated history and propose urgent works and improvements to this Norman castle in Wales.
Castles on the Gower peninsula  · Castles, Standing Stones and ancient tombs around the Gower (Gwyr) peninsula.
www.incywincy.com /default?p=810638   (318 words)

  
 Castles of the United States
After thinking for many years that we should be living in a castle, we have started building one in the kingdom of Aethelmearc (located in the mid atlantic area).
TARRYTOWN CASTLE - CASTLE ON THE HUDSON - Tarrytown
If anyone connected with any of the "castles" that are listed on this home page object to their castle being here, please contact me via E-Mail by clicking here.
www.dupontcastle.com /castles   (600 words)

  
 Medieval World: 11+ years
Castles: This website produced by Schools History traces the development of Castles and fortifications over the ages covering Roman fortifications in Britain, Anglo-Saxon forts, the Motte and Bailey, Stone Keep Castles and Concentric Castles.
Richard was punished by having his castle and the town of Tonbridge burnt to the ground.
Castles: The site was designed by Ruth Galbraith, a teacher of history at Sligo Grammar School in the West of Ireland.
www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk /REVhistoryMED2.htm   (3294 words)

  
 Online Education - British Castles - How To Guide
Students will gain knowledge and understanding of what constitutes a castle, types of castle found in the UK today and of what life was like for the castle's inhabitants.
The instructor was born and raised in the United Kingdom, the ultimate land of the castle.
It is the instructor's hope that this course will give a brief insight into the history of the Castle and provide students with the drive to further research and explore the histories of their favorite castles of the United Kingdom.
search.universalclass.com /i/search/11877.htm   (843 words)

  
 Directory - Arts: Architecture: History: Building Types: Fortifications: Castles: United Kingdom: Scotland
Castles and Towers in Scotland  · cached · Online database of historic castles by regions of Scotland from Highland Traveller.
Campbell Castles  · cached · The Clan Campbell Society (North America) provides photographs, histories, descriptions and visitor information on the Scottish castles associated with the clan.
Scottish Castles Imagemap  · An interactive map leads to a photograph and brief history for each castle.
www.incywincy.com /default?p=810640   (293 words)

  
 Hoppa - Architecture in the United Kingdom   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Scotland, Tourism, Castles, Scottish Balmoral Castle the Scottish Home of the British Royal Family and is open to the Public Mid April to July each year.
the United Kingdom, Castles Castles of Britain, United Kingdom, Scotland, England and Wales.
Highland, Castles Eilean Donan Castle in the west Highlands of Scotland.
hoppa.com /eu/uk/Architecture   (259 words)

  
 Castles, the key to power in Medieval England
The castle materials changed and developed because wood was not hard wearing enough and wood could be set alight very easily.
Henry then realised barons were making their castles stronger so he did not allow barons to build their own private castles, unless they had a special licence given by the king.
The kings and leading Barons that owned castles were always on the move around the country.
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 Castle House - Luxury castles Hereford United Kingdom historic inns -
Castle House - Luxury castles Hereford United Kingdom historic inns -
You could argue that the River Wye that winds through the town or Castle House in the heart of the city, are others.
Castle House is a recently and expensively renovated luxury hotel with 15 bedrooms, as individual as the names they bear, honouring, as they do, the worthies who were born or lived in Hereford: Kemble, Garrick, Nell Gwynn and others.
www.circumvista.com /castle_house.html   (332 words)

  
 Adam and Lyn's World Images - Kenilworth
Kenilworth is home to one of the largest ruined castles in the United Kingdom.
A castle has stood on the site since 1122 although much of the remaining structure dates from the 14th and 15th centuries.
The castle was often visited by Queen Elizabeth 1st.
www.adamandlyn.co.uk /country/thumbskennilworth.htm   (63 words)

  
 Real Castles
Caerphilly Castle is one of the largest castles in the United Kingdom.
These castles are only a small selection of the vast amounts of wonderful real castle images that are available for viewing.
If you are interested in viewing more Castles of the World is a good place to start.
members.aol.com /moon7star8/realcas.html   (270 words)

  
 HolidayCity Flash Travel Article - Hunting for Castle Ghosts in the United Kingdom
Muncaster Castle is famed as the home of Tom Fool, who in life was known as Thomas Skelton, the court jester and an altogether nasty character who died with a grudge.
He isn’t the only ghost of the castle however, as there is apparently the ghost of a child crying in the Tapestry room, a lady who seems to be comforting the child, and a White Lady wandering around the grounds.
Inveraray Castle in Scotland is the seat of the Dukes of Argylls of the Campbell Clan, and is known for its ghostly harper.
www.holidaycityflash.com /uk/castle_ghosts1.htm   (910 words)

  
 Expert Instruction: Castles of the United Kingdom, Understanding Parapsychology and the Paranor
I have had an avid interest in parapsychology and the paranormal since childhood and have spent many years induldging in this 'hobby'.I have had a number of years expereince investigating the paranormal and researching parapsychology at an informal level.
In the United States most State Boards of Education require completion of the first and second semesters of Geometry for graduation from a public or private high school.
This course is ideal for people who currently work or would like to work in the event planning industry, may it be the planning of corporate events or the producing of events such as concerts or festivals as a professional or as a volunteer.
experts.universalclass.com /angelwitch1967   (1044 words)

  
 Ansearch UK Directory - Arts and Literature > Various   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Visit the important castles and fortifications of England and Wales.
Locate Castle UK, Medieval Castles of Britain and the United Kingdom, Scotland,...
Castles of Britain, United Kingdom, Scotland, England and Wales, mediaeval map location photograph the famous British medieval fortresses history moated museum pictures of old earthwork motte and bailey castle gatehouse ruins, find Scottish More
ansearch.co.uk /directory/uk/Arts_and_Literature/Various/page12.html   (434 words)

  
 Castles in the Republic of Ireland - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Castles in the Republic of Ireland is a link page for any castle in the Republic of Ireland.
See: List of castles, Castles in the United Kingdom, Abbeys and priories in the Republic of Ireland, Historic houses in the Republic of Ireland, Conservation in the Republic of Ireland
This page was last modified 19:17, 13 October 2005.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Castles_in_the_Republic_of_Ireland   (85 words)

  
 Learn more about List of castles in the online encyclopedia.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Learn more about List of castles in the online encyclopedia.
Hint: Play with putting spaces before and after your words to see the different results you get.
The List of castles is a link page for any castle in the sense of a fortified building.
www.onlineencyclopedia.org /l/li/list_of_castles.html   (119 words)

  
 Castles or Chateaux
Castles in France provides you with a brief history of some of the most famous people and chateau, and a rich variety of photos.
Castles of the United Kingdom By Cheryl Kopplin
The lake district is said to be one of the prettiest spots in England.
www.ecsu.ctstateu.edu /depts/edu/textbooks/castles.html   (603 words)

  
 Celtic Castles - Accommodation in Scotland, Ireland and England
Augill Castle can now be booked on an individual room basis, for a 2 night New Year package, including dinner, bed and breakfast.
Spend this November 5th at Swinton Park and enjoy the enormous bonfire on the Masham recreation ground, with a splendid firework display, organised by local firemen.
Stay in a cottage within the grounds of Belle Isle Castle.
www.celticcastles.com   (239 words)

  
 Guidez.net: United Kingdom - Castles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Buckingham Palace is the official residence of the royal family of the United Kingdom.
Tower of London is London's and maybe United Kingdom's most famous castle.
The reason being it's bloody history and the fact that it is the.....
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Wildside Press Presents: Castles and Cathedrals CD-ROM DISK: Version 1.0 for Macintosh and Windows To order please contact: Judson Rosebush Company Inc. 154 West 57th Street - Studio 826 New York, NY 10019 Telephone: 212-581-3000 Fax: 212-757-8283 E-mail: info@rosebush.com This file contains the captions from the notes in each image file.
Illustration by Howard Pyle; castles CASTL131.TIF; Feast at a Baron's Keep.
Illustration by Howard Pyle; churches landscapes scenes CASTL133.TIF; Hilltop Castle.
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 Castles of the United Kingdom
This website is a diary of the castles we've visited.
Click on the name of the castle you'd like to see a picture of.
If you are interested in more information about castles or historical organization memberships,
www.geocities.com /dstracy   (126 words)

  
 Dungeons & Dragons
The Dungeons and Dragons tour rolls into college campuses across the United States starting September 26, to showcase a world of new adventures to students everywhere.
This fall, the tour will make its way through seven states and as many as 12 major universities, offering fun experiences for both curious newcomers to the game and longtime fans.
Featured events include demonstrations of the new Dungeons and Dragons Adventure Game, door prizes and giveaways, parties at local hangouts, and the opportunity to win a trip for two to see the castles of the United Kingdom!
www.wizards.com /dnd/DnD_Demo_Tour.asp   (171 words)

  
 Locate Castle UK, Medieval Castles of Britain and the United Kingdom, Scotland, England and Wales to visit - Map ...
Castle UK encompasses Norman motte and bailey fortresses, earth and timber ringworks, medieval castles, pele towers, baronial mansions, bastle houses, monastic gatehouses, fortified churches and artillery fortifications in England, Scotland and Wales.
Pinpoint and visit actual locations in Great Britain, via interactive Ordnance Survey maps and click on the various areas of the country to find pictures, maps, directions, access and opening times.
Search the UK easily, by location or alphabetical listings.
www.castleuk.net   (72 words)

  
 Middelalder
Online exhibition includes examples of art from the first golden age of Byzantine art (324730) and the late period, which ended with the Turkish conquest in 1453.
Step back in time to the vanished world of medieval Britain.
Also included are details on important medieval buildings, castles, abbeys and cathedrals.
www.solroed-gym.dk /inger/middelalder.htm   (1929 words)

  
 Cathedrals, Castles and Country Houses |
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