The Southeast of England is blessed with several fantastic castles, especially those originally built by William the Conqueror and his Norman successors to consolidate their hold on England after the Battle of Hastings.
Even when that had been achieved, the castles were used to control the strategically key links to continental Europe, including several key ports.
Here then are our choice of the best to visit in South East England:
Share Tweet Pin Dover Castle is one of the most iconic castles in England. It also has the distinction of being among the oldest; it was originally fortified by William the Conqueror following the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Before it was turned into a fortified castle it was a general stronghold for the Saxon … Read more
Arundel Castle, which was built in the 11th century, is the historic home of the Dukes of Norfolk and has been continuously occupied and renovated over the centuries. This vast castle, located in splendid gardens with a view of the River Arun in West Sussex, was constructed at the end of the 11th century. The … Read more
Hever Castle is a beautiful medieval castle located in England and has been called one of the most romantic and picturesque buildings in Europe. Almost everybody who loves castles and English history should visit Hever Castle. In particular it was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, second wife to Henry VIII. Where Is Hever Castle? Hever Castle is … Read more
Claiming to be the “loveliest castle in the world”, Leeds Castle in Kent (and, confusingly, nowhere near the city of Leeds in Yorkshire) is one of the most famous castles in England. Appearing in the Domesday Book, Leeds Castle has been a stronghold for the Norman armies, a royal residence, and a royal palace occupied by kings and queens. The location of the castle is nothing short of stunning, with it being situated on two islands in a beautiful lake. Here’s our guide:
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