The reconstructed Norman village is less than an hour ... the Duke of Boulogne, built a motte and bailey castle overlooking Stort Valley. The castle had a few different owners until it was ...

Key to town's history, is a Norman motte-and-bailey castle which looks over the River Dart. Visitors can learn about the history of the market town as well as enjoy panoramic views across the valley.

A 900ft (275m) high cap of hard sandstone in the Almondbury area of Huddersfield, there is evidence of human activity here ...

"Rayleigh is mentioned in the Domesday Book. The manor of Rayleigh belonged to Sweyne of Essex, the son of Robert FitzWimarc who built a Norman Motte and Bailey castle in Rayleigh. "The location is at ...

The Ancient Monument of Tickhill Castle is one of the oldest Norman Motte and Bailey 11th Century Castles in Britain, with a unique 11thC Gatehouse adorned by fertility figures and stone crosses.

What makes for a great place to live? Access to nature, a sense of community and culture on your doorstep can all help. So which towns make the cut?