Nottingham Castle was built on the site of a promontory known as the ‘Castle Rock’ in 1067 by William the Conqueror. Ever since, the fortress has been increasingly known as one of the most important medieval landmarks in England. Although some sources claim that it was built by William the Conqueror after the Norman conquest…

The origins of the Cardiff Castle can be traced back to the late part of the 11th century when, on the site of a former Roman fort, the Normans built an early stronghold (a motte-and-baily castle namely) which was made of wood and stone, being one of the first fortifications of its kind in Britain…

One of the most spectacular sites in Scotland, Edinburgh Castle is known to have been located on the Castle Rock since at least the round of the 12th century, during the time of King David I of Scotland, being as such one of the oldest medieval fortresses in Britain. The site on which the castle…