STAY IN A CASTLE
From mighty medieval fortresses that have stood sentinel since the Norman invasion to baronial stately homes built to impress, Britain is peppered with fantastical castles. While some, like Windsor and Edinburgh, are among Britain’s best-loved attractions, and others still lie in private hands, a special few have been converted into sumptuous hotels and B&Bs: a delightfully decadent way to soak up Britain’s rich history.
Surrounded by atmospherically ruined battlements and entered via a magnificent twin-tower gatehouse – popular with white doves that flitter in and out of its putlog holes – Sussex’s Amberley Castle is one of England’s most romantic places to stay, with a pedigree dating back over 900 years. Illustrious guests have included Henry VIII, Charles II and the current Queen.
