Destinations UK
Every month we will feature selected destinations in detail throughout Britain. These features will build over time to provide the visitor with a wonderful gazetteer of Britain! We also include links to heritage accommodation for each destination.
The Battle of Crug Mawr
By the early 12th century the Norman conquest of England had been cemented, with the last remnants of Anglo-Saxon resistance subdued some 60 years before….
The Battle of Mynydd Hyddgen
The deposing of King Richard II led to massive instability throughout the country. The former king had a large number of supporters, even though his…
Rochester Castle
Rochester Castle dominates the skyline above the historic city of Rochester, a site of tactical importance at the junction of the River Medway and Roman Watling Street…
Pevensey Castle, East Sussex
Ruined, battered by storms and catapult balls, and nestling deep in the Sussex countryside near the sea, you can be forgiven for imagining that time long ago forgot Pevensey Castle…
The Cutty Sark
The Cutty Sark became a symbol of the China Tea Races in the late 1800s: built for strength and speed, she was one of the most impressive ships of her day…
Castles in Scotland
Browse our interactive map of castles in Scotland, unique to Historic UK.
Castles in England
Browse our huge database of castles in England, from the world famous Warwick Castle to the lesser known motte and bailey castles scattered across the country.
