After the Union of the Crowns in 1603, Edinburgh Castle was somewhat abandoned by the monarchs and became a military fortress ...

Edinburgh Castle has promised to review a cafe name that critics claim is "deeply offensive to the Scottish people". Almost 4,000 people have signed a petition demanding that the castle's Redcoat ...

How people kept castles safe How enemies attacked castles Features of Caerlaverock Castle The impact of cannons on castle building This resource is suitable for Castles topics for primary school ...

Hoisted high atop Edinburgh, as if monitoring the city below, Edinburgh Castle is not only one of Scotland's most recognized landmarks, but one of the country's most-visited attractions.

James was born on 19 June 1566 in Edinburgh Castle. His mother was Mary ... Three of their seven children survived into adulthood. In March 1603, Elizabeth died and James became king of England ...

At the west end of Princes Street, it’s in the heart of the action and almost in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. Indeed, many of the rooms come with an enviable castle view. Ascend a regal ...

Winton Castle is accessible by both public transport and car. The 113 East Coast Bus to Pencaitland from Edinburgh City Centre has a bus stop just 10 minutes walk from Winton Castle.