As the oldest hotel in Wales, it is actually built into the walls of Brecon Castle, which was originally built by the Normans in 1093. The walls of the castle enclose the hotel, with one stunning room ...

"The Derwent was like a raging torrent and it rose up right to the foundations and to the banks where the walls rest." Lorries carried stone sent from a quarry in Barnard Castle to provide the ...

despite the story not being set within the castle walls. The area also saw an increase in visitors as walking became a popular pastime. In 1984, the castle was handed over to English Heritage.

With medieval walls and the remains of castles ... There is also the 800-year-old Tarifa Castle, between the old Town and seafront which is worth a visit. Otherwise the Old Town itself is lined ...