castles and ruins
Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Northumberland: What to see and do
A grand day out: Explore the medieval splendour of Belsay Castle, admire the Greek Revival architecture of Belsay Hall, and stroll through the enchanting gardens
Step into a world of Vikings, Normans and clan chieftains with these 10 must-visit coastal castles
Discover 10 of the UK's most dramatic coastal castles, from Conwy Castle in Wales and Dunluce in Northern Ireland, to Tintagel in England and Eilean Donan in Scotland.
Tintagel Castle: history, legend and how to visit
Step into Arthurian folklore with a visit to Cornwall’s rough and rocky north coast and Tintagel Castle, one of Britain's most iconic ruins
Fountains Abbey: history, opening times, parkrun, walks and map
As you explore this well-preserved abbey in North Yorkshire, set in acres of lush parkland, it’s easy to imagine the monks walking with you. Find out everything you need to know about this astonishing landmark with our visitor's guide to Fountains Abbey.
Day out: Kinbane, Dunseverick and Dunluce, County Antrim
Immerse yourself in an era of kingship and battle with this castle-to-castle tour along Northern Ireland's spectacular Causeway Coast
Day out: Duart Castle, Mull
Fall for the charms of the Hebridean island of Mull like the lovers in the 1940s cult hit, I Know Where I’m Going!
Walk: Carreg Cennen Castle, Carmarthenshire
Journey on foot through chestnut valleys and gilded woods to a dramatic castle ruin in Wales
Walk: Dunster, Somerset
High on a hill in north-east Exmoor, medieval Dunster Castle looks down upon historic Dunster and its bustling gift shops. It’s a magical scene best enjoyed after a circular walk through the surrounding countryside
Guide to Roman Britain: how long did the Roman occupation last and how did they change Britain?
When the Romans occupied Britain in 43AD, they set about building cities, walls and hundreds of roads that we still use today. Our guide to Roman Britain explores the history of the Roman occupation, the impact on wildlife, plus the best Roman sites to visit in the UK.