Before the end of the 11th century Norman presences were established in west Wales thanks to their special weapon, the castle. It appears that the Welsh were about to suffer the same fate as the ...

The duchy of Normandy came into existence in AD 911 as the result of settlement of the lower Seine Valley in northern France by Northmen or Vikings. With its energetic inhabitants and its well ...

Caerphilly Castle is the largest castle in Wales and the second-largest in Britain after Windsor. Built during the 13th century by Norman nobleman Gilbert de Clare to protect his land from Welsh ...

The population in Wales grew and boroughs were established ... areas within easy reach of the borough and its castle settled by immigrants. Norman incursions introduced new social relationships.

Looking for a historic day out that the whole family can enjoy? Well look no further! Here’s a list of castles you can visit ...

Before the end of the 11th century Norman presences were established in west Wales thanks to their special weapon, the castle. It appears that the Welsh were about to suffer the same fate as the ...