Gordon Castle wasn't always a grand estate. Built around 1460, it started as a fortress for defense. When Huntly Castle fell, it became the family's main residence and was expanded into what we see today. #GordonCastle #ScottishHistory #CastleLife #FamilyEstates | Real Royalty

Decorating the Castle for Christmas is no small undertaking…🏰🎄💚 All the State rooms are both large and high so they seem to devour both the floral decorations and the Christmas baubles. Too much of everything is always much better 🤭♥️ #highclerecastle #christmas #christmastree #christmastimeishere #christmasdecor #christmasdecorations #christmasdecs #christmasdiy #christmastreesofinstagram #bauble #baubles #castlesofinstagram #castlesoftheworld #christmasbows | Highclere Castle

Castle Pics on Instagram: "Bamburgh Castle and Lindisfarne Castle are two of Northumberland’s most iconic coastal fortresses, each offering a distinct glimpse into England’s medieval and maritime past and they lie just a few miles apart, connected by breathtaking coastal scenery along the North Sea. Bamburgh Castle, dramatically set atop a volcanic outcrop overlooking the village of Bamburgh, has stood as a symbol of power and resilience for over 1,400 years. Once the royal seat of the Kings of