Kenilworth Castle [Red Guide]

Kenilworth Castle [Red Guide]
Author: Richard K. Morris
Publisher:
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2010-05-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9781848020757

Kenilworth Castle is one of the largest and most splendid historic sites in Britain. First built in the 1120s, and a royal castle for most of its history, it was expanded and enhanced by King John, John of Gaunt and Henry V.Queen Elizabeth I’s favourite, Robert Dudley, earl of Leicester, lavished a fortune on transforming Kenilworth into a palatial residence fit to receive the queen.For her 1575 visit Leicester built a magnificent garden with bejewelled aviary and marble fountain – now brought to life once more by English Heritage.This beautifully illustrated guidebook contains a full tour and history of the site, including a special section on the garden.

Illustrated Guide to Britain

Illustrated Guide to Britain
Author: Automobile Association (Great Britain)
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 260
Release: 1997-04-17
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780393316438

Covering the length and breadth of Great Britainfrom stately homes to charming landscapes and treasures of art and historythe Automobile Association of England's definitive guide provides a wealth of information on more than 500 of the country's most attractive, interesting, and historic destinations. Full-color photos, illustrations, and maps throughout.