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Castles in Winter: What's Open, What's Closed, and How to Visit Safely

Castles in Winter: What's Open, What's Closed, and How to Visit Safely

Winter castle visits mean shorter hours, icy staircases and early dusk — but also empty battlements and low golden light. Here is how to plan one safely.

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A Local's Guide to Castle Ruins Along the Welsh Marches

A Local's Guide to Castle Ruins Along the Welsh Marches

A Local's Guide to Castle Ruins Along the Welsh Marches EXCERPT: A practical route through the quieter castles of the Welsh Marches — no turnstiles, no…

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7 Common Mistakes When Photographing Castles (and How to Fix Them)

7 Common Mistakes When Photographing Castles (and How to Fix Them)

Flat light, crowded frames, lazy angles, the wrong lens — most castle photos fail for the same seven reasons. Here's how to fix each one.

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Packing for a Castle Visit: A Seasonal Travel Checklist

Packing for a Castle Visit: A Seasonal Travel Checklist

Pack by season and by site: layers, grippy footwear, water and a small torch matter far more than costume at any castle visit.

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