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.
Berwick Castle, Northumberland
Berwick Castle and its ramparts testify to the important role played by Berwick-upon-Tweed throughout history especially during times of Anglo-Scottish warfare. Berwick shifted back and forth between Scotland and England so often that it was said to have rivalled Jerusalem in…
Berry Pomeroy Castle, Totnes, Devon
The ruins of the Elizabethan mansion within the walls of a 15th century castle is reputed to be one of the most haunted castle in Britain.
Berkhamsted Castle, Hertfordshire
Berkhamsted Castle was originally built to obtain control of the route from London to the Midlands during the Norman conquest in the 11th century. It was also the site where the English submitted to William the Conqueror following the Battle of Hastings.
Berkeley Castle, Gloucestershire
Berkeley Castle is the oldest continuously-occupied castle in England. The castle is one of the March Castles, built to keep out the Welsh. In 1327, Berkeley Castle became the scene of one of the most infamous murders in British history…
Belsay Castle, Northumberland
Belsay Castle tells the story of the Middleton family over seven centuries and consists of remains of a medieval castle with 17th century extensions.
Beeston Castle, Tarporley, Cheshire
The ruined remains of this 13th century castle that stands high above the Cheshire Plain has a rich history thanks to its strategic importance and defensive location. Treasure belonging to Richard II is rumoured to be hidden in the castle grounds…
Barnard Castle
Standing high above the River Tees, Barnard Castle has lent its name to the town that now surrounds it. Dating from the latter half of the 12th century, the remains of this medieval castle are a reminder of the importance and power of the north in medieval times.
The Battle of Culloden
The last ever pitched battle to be fought on British soil took place on 16th April 1746 on Drummossie Moor…
