Kenilworth Castle [Red Guide]
Author | : Richard K. Morris |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 52 |
Release | : 2010-05-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 1848020759 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781848020757 |
Rating | : 4/5 (59 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: 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.