These decor ideas will make you feel like you're living in a medieval castle. If you feel like you're seeing chainmail, stone walls, and rich jewel tones while scrolling your Pinterest feed and ...

On St George’s Day 1684 there was an explosion which destroyed the interior of Clifford’s Tower. At the time townsfolk used to toast the potential demolition of what they were accustomed to call the ...

From ablution rites to unusual hospitality rituals, these facts will give you a new perspective on life in the Middle Ages.They traveled almost all year round.Medieval castles, though they served ...

Home Out & About Caernarfon Castle, Gwynedd: 'One of the great buildings of the Middle Ages' Wales is spoilt for beautiful, evocative and dramatic castles in magnificent locations — yet still ...

How medieval fortresses were built for war In the ninth and tenth centuries, castles were often built of wood and easily burned down by enemies. As unrest spread across Europe and warfare began to ...

When we think of medieval castles, we’re thinking of those built during the Middle Ages, which lasted roughly 1,000 years, from 500 to 1500 AD.

It takes more than a forbidding appearance for a castle to keep attackers at bay. The first castles were merely earthen heaps surrounded by a wooden palisade wall. But they quickly got much better ...

Discover showtimes, read reviews, watch trailers, find streaming options, and see where to watch The Middle Ages: Castles Under Siege (2017). Explore cast details and learn more on Moviefone.

However, the castle will remain a draw for visitors for part of the winter break, as it will host a Middle Ages Christmas market during the first three weekends of December.

Life in the Middle Ages was no picnic — and Blarney Castle was no exception. A "murder room," located just above the castle's main entrance, proved crucial in warding off potential intruders.

As Anderson says, the hearth of the house was the hub for life in the Middle Ages. Consider painting the wall around your fireplace with a bright accent color or creating an inviting seating area ...