Medieval Castles

Castles have dominated the land for centuries. King Alfred built burhs to hold back the Vikings. King William I built stone strongholds to subdue the English. These are ancient structures offering protection, power and dominance for those tucked safely behind their walls.

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Eilean Donan Castle

Eilean Donan Castle is a glorious Scottish castle situated between three lochs, Loch Duich, Loch Long and Loch Alsh, on it's own island. The site itself has been fortified since the Iron Age, however the castle you see now was rebuilt from ruins one hundred years ago, along with the romantic footbridge. You would never know it wasn't a thousand years old!

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