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Castles
From the earliest Motte & Bailey Castles to the massive stone Fortresses still standing today
2,974 Questions
What is the effective method of attacking stone castles?
One of the methods could have been tunnling. there were also seige engines. but in brute strength nothing could beat the battering ram.
How are guests seated when they come for dinner in Medieval castles?
They had to sit at a lower table than the King. That way the King could look down and see what they were doing. It was etiquette that they only used 3 fingers when eating. Also, that they had to share a wine cup with the person next to them. They also had to us e a napkin
What are flanking towers on a medieval castle?
The towers provided height for the people within the castle. They could use them to watch for invaders enroute from a distance. They also overlooked the base of the castle and archers could shoot down at people trying to breach the walls.
What battles did Caernarfon the castle survive?
There were no famous battles there any only small ones recorded.
Why was the alnwick castle built?
Nottingham castle was originally built by William the Conqueror along with many other castles to retain power and rule over England. He built the castle with the unwilling help of the men of Nottingham, and was given to William Peverell; his illegitimate son to look after. He built it on 'Castle Rock' in Nottingham, as it is on the top of a rock as high as 130 feet high to the south and west, and gave a great advantage to the defence and attack of the castle.
A jester would live in a castle to entertain the baron, the king or the queen that lives in the castle. Usually, a jester would entertain when they're eating dinner. A jester traditionally wears coulorful clothes and a coulorful hat with bells on the end.
Why would you live in a castle?
Because if you were the lord or lady of the manor, that means you were rich to live in one. People would work for you. You will have everything you need to live, a chapel, etc. And also you had a place to live!!!
Where would people go if the castle was attacked?
they probably go to someone's house, watch princess protection program on Disney channel June 26
Where were castles usually built?
Castles were built next to a river or stream. This was so that the residents of the castle would get a fresh water supply. Also, some of the castles which have moats can fill it up with water. As well as being near water, a castle is usually next to a quarry. This is because when the castle was being built, the stone was painfully heavy and couldn't be carried a long distance. A castle would also need to be next to a village, town or city to keep an eye on. This was the whole point a castle was built!
How many rooms are in Alnwick Castle?
Alnwick Castle has 150+ rooms. However, visitors only get to see the 6 rooms they have open to the public. Each year, the castle receives more than 800,000 visitors.
When was beaumaris castle built?
Construction began in 1295 and continued for 35 years, but the castle was never completed.
Did any famous people live in Windsor castle?
William the conqueror lived in windsor.....................................................................................................................................................................I think.................................................................change if you know
What does a concentric castle look like?
To see photos, paintings or even diagrams click on the link below. The link is named "google image search: Concentric Castles"
What is the name of the cannon fired everyday at 1Pm in Edinburgh castle?
It is called the One O'Clock Gun.
Why did royalty live in castles not houses?
because it wasnt as drafty and cold as a castle . it was probably more warm and cosy and luxuriouse
because it wasnt as drafty and cold as a castle . it was probably more warm and cosy and luxuriouse
The price of a castle in Europe varies considerably, depending upon condition, location, type and facilities and amount of land.
A quick look suggests a very small castle could set one back a few 100k, to a largish one in a prime location, 35 million, perhaps more.
But ~ 5 million would provide a wide choice. Shopping around, and a full structural survey would be recommended. One should allow a substantial budget for improvements, especially, since most castles would be historic buildings and modifications are likely require permission.
Currency - Euros.
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These would seem outstanding value, compared with John Lennon's former house outside London, in Weybridge, Surrey UK, which is currently (August 2012) on offer for ~ £15 million! He only lived there for four years!
And it's just a house, albeit largish.
What was a weakness of Japan's castles?
Type your answer here... They were constructed of wood and susceptible to fire if attacked by enemies.
How did castles improve during the middle ages?
The features on a castle especially a motte and bailey castle were made out of wood and it was burnt down by enimies so it was changed to stone (bricks).
What is the last weapon in crush the castle 2?
The black hole, you have to destroy all the castles and get all gold medals to get it
When did Warwick Castle become property of the National Trust?
Warwick Castle is not owned by the National Trust. It was sold by the Earl of Warwick to the Tussauds Group in 1978.
