English Castles

Warwick - Warwickshire

With construction begun in the late 11th century, this spectacular medieval fortress had humble beginnings as a wooden building on a hill, surrounded by a palisade. Stone work was added later, although non of it survived.

This medieval castle was home to the mighty Earls of Warwick, who played an important role in the Wars of the Roses, and later, in the Hundred Years War with France. This became a Parliamentarian stronghold during England's Civil War.

The castle's Great Hall was transformed from apartments and contains Middle Age armor and weaponry. Ceasar's Tower and the dungeon display the darker side of the Middle Ages dungeon, which contains a gruesome medieval torture chamber. Jousting exhibitions, medieval festivals, and craft demonstrations are held at Warwick Castle throughout the summer.