Visit these castles in England for a fairy-tale vacation. VisitBritain/Yin Sun Photography If there’s one thing England does better than anywhere else in the world — aside from medieval playwrights, ...

Turrets and moats. Kings and queens. Sword fights and treachery. No, I'm not describing that HBO series. I'm giving a shout-out to the real thing. Castles. In some parts of Europe, castles are nearly ...

Castles, with their mix of history, glamour and culture, can be a highlight of any European vacation. But take heed, young families! Trips to castles might sound inherently kid-friendly, especially ...

Raglan Castle is one of the last genuine medieval castles in the country, and it's just a short drive from a foodie hotspot ...

Great Britain is home to some of the most spectacular settings in the popular imagination—from the moors of Wuthering Heights, to the sprawling estates of Downton Abbey, to the misty highland lake ...

You no longer have to be a king or queen to stay in a British castle. Many historic castles in the U.K. have been transformed into magnificent hotels, affording you the chance to walk in the footsteps ...

Castles have loomed over the landscape of Britain for centuries. They hold the keys to unlocking some of the greatest stories of our past. Join History Hit's medieval expert, Matt Lewis, in this new ...

What is it about castles that fascinates so many people around the globe? A lot of the allure derives from the history and human drama that played out within the walls, as well as the astonishing ...

Chillingham Castle, in Northumberland, is the most haunted castle in Britain, according to visitors. The castle is home to a host of ghosts that regularly spook guests staying at the historic site.