Warwick Castle

Warwick Castle in Warwickshire is one of England’s most complete medieval fortresses, a place where 1,100 years of history still feels alive. First fortified by William the Conqueror in 1068, it later became home to the powerful Earls of Warwick, whose influence shaped English politics for centuries. A striking fact is that Warwick was once owned by Richard Neville, the legendary “Kingmaker” of the Wars of the Roses. Inside, the castle offers an immersive blend of architecture, storytelling, and spectacle. The Great Hall, rebuilt after a fire in the 19th century, displays armour, weapons, and lavish furnishings that reflect the castle’s aristocratic past. The State Rooms reveal the opulence of the Victorian period, with gilded ceilings, portraits, and personal objects from the wealthy Greville family. The Kingmaker exhibition uses atmospheric sound and lifelike figures to recreate the drama of medieval warfare. In the castle’s armoury, you can see one of the world’s largest working trebuchets, a reminder of the siege engines that once dominated battlefields. Climbing the ramparts and towers offers sweeping views of the River Avon and the surrounding countryside.