Devizes Castle in Wiltshire

In contrast to the sleek style and smooth lines of today’s modernist designs there are many homes which take their place within the grounds of historic cottages, English castles or French Chateaus. When converted and brought up to date these properties offer a beautiful contrast between the comforts of modern day living amid the setting of an historic building. A perfect example of this is ‘Devizes Castle’ in Wiltshire. This stunning property dates back to the reign of King Henry I. The original part of the building is Grade 1 listed and the castle is...

Bodiam Castle Sussex

Bodiam Castle is a 14th-century moated castle near Robertsbridge in East Sussex, England. It was built in 1385 by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge, a former knight of Edward III, with the permission of Richard II, ostensibly to defend the area against French invasion during the Hundred Years’ War. Of quadrangular plan, Bodiam Castle has no keep, having its various chambers built around the outer defensive walls and inner courts. Its corners and entrance are marked by towers, and topped by crenellations. Its structure, details and situation in an artificial watery landscape...