Castles and Stately Homes by County

This section covers formidable castles, great stately homes, palaces, ancient abbeys and cathedrals, these historic buildings also have gardens and parks to have a stroll in or walk your pets. Visits to these buildings are extremely educational and informative, you can find out a full history about the times surrounding these places and the people who helped shaped them. There are cases of ornate architecture including flying buttresses, arches, chandeliers, metalwork including works of art and sculptures. Castles are reminders of our war like past and take you back to the times of knights and crusades!
Please click on a county link below for a list of Castles and Stately Homes, they make a great day out for the children and the rest of the family. There is normally lots to do and see and normally in great settings with large gardens and forests to see.