Kenilworth Castle is a castle in the town of Kenilworth in Warwickshire, England, managed by English Heritage; much of it is in ruins. The castle was founded after the Norman Conquest of 1066; with development through to the Tudor period.

Discover stories of epic sieges and royal scandals at the mighty Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden. Once one of the country's most formidable medieval fortresses, Kenilworth castle was later transformed into a spectacular Elizabethan palace by Robert Dudley in an effort to impress his queen.

The history of Kenilworth Castle, a royal castle for much of its history and converted into a lavish palace for Elizabeth I by Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester.

Kenilworth Castle is a ruin today, but plenty remains of the massive red sandstone castle to understand what it would have looked like if still intact. If not for the Civil War and the slighting of the castle to make it indefensible, Kenilworth Castle would rival nearby Warwick Castle in size.

Kenilworth Castle is one of the great historical sites of the United Kingdom. First built in the 1120s and a royal castle for most of its history, it was expanded by King John, John of Gaunt and Henry V.

2022年5月30日 · With Kenilworth Castle under Henry III, the king gave the land, title, and castle to Prince Edmund (1245 to 1296), who was his second son. Edmund became the 1st Earl of Lancaster and Kenilworth remained in the royal family for a century.

2024年1月24日 · Kenilworth Castle, an awe-inspiring monument with a royal history, stands as a strong testament to England's medieval past. A must-visit for history enthusiasts and lovers of nature, the castle and its beautiful Elizabeth Gardens offer a stirring glimpse into the lavish courtly life of the Tudor era.

First built in the 1120s and a royal castle for most of its history, Kenilworth Castle was expanded by King John, John of Gaunt and Henry V. In 1563 Elizabeth I granted it to Robert Dudley,...

2025年1月24日 · Kenilworth Castle appears to morph from medieval fortifications to Tudor Palace and its story features John of Gaunt son of King Edward III of medieval times to an Elizabethan love story involving Robert Dudley, (aka the Earl of Leicester) and Queen Elizabeth I.

Kenilworth was once one of England’s most prized castles. It stood strong against the longest siege in England’s history and was lavishly embellished by royals throughout the ages. Today, its ruins remain standing, continuing to tell the story of its long history.