Castle Rising Castle - Exploring the 1138 AD castle in Norfolk, England

[@jenniferahrens3243]

This brought back memories of when my family lived in Fordham, Cambs. We would drive up on day trips as the boys loved to play there. We would pack a picnic and they would play around the castle all day. And a day was not complete without the roly-poly down the hills. A trip into the village and stop at the pub finished the day out for the adults. Thank you.

[@withalens6449]

Those family days are what makes life better. Great memories.

[@janejohnstone5795]

This has stood the test of time...amazing is still standing...solid brick...it least it can't be vandalized...as no furniture..

[@withalens6449]

The castles were certainly built to be strong and without being dismantled they remaine standing.

[@stevehein7884]

very well done of this grand old castle thank you for sharing

[@withalens6449]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@boejiden7093]

Man its truly amazing how this was built and used by people living so long ago. Im always amazed at the level of technological achievement we’ve reached in that timeframe but also how advanced we were even back in those days. Always have had an obsession with castles and I just love imagining how life was in it.

[@withalens6449]

I love walking round these places. They are always fascinating.

[@thorstenbuechner9227]

That really spiced our last holiday. Definitly worth a visit,

[@withalens6449]

Hopefully it will remain for many more to visit in the future.

[@tamaracarter1836]

Incredible architecture

[@withalens6449]

Thanks for your comment. I want to go back soon.

[@alisonstewart6512]

Fascinating and gorgeous!

[@withalens6449]

Thanks for your comment Alison. I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@annsjewells]

Gorgeous! So exquisite!

[@solarfed1]

I’ve been there a few times, but not since around 2004. Thanks for posting.

[@withalens6449]

It was my first time, but certainly not my last.

[@davidmccann9811]

I went to Norfolk for my childhood holiday pretty much every year of the 80s and went to Acre Priory many times. But I've never heard of this place.

[@withalens6449]

I had never heard of it before either. I have also visited Castle Acre Priory too. Perhaps next time I will record a video.

[@pete2347]

An impressive castle and the keep in such great condition considering its age. Thanks for the tour!

[@withalens6449]

I am glad you enjoyed it as much as I did.

[@jw4499]

I remember as a kid on a school trip to the castle ....running down that little hill and twisting my ankle 😀. I've not been back to the castle in 40 years or more. Which is nothing compared to the very long history of Castle Rising

[@withalens6449]

Thanks you for sharing your memory of the castle. I loved it and has left a lasting impression

[@jw4499]

@@withalens6449 I love going around castles and over the years I've lived in different parts of the UK. My childhood was in Norfolk and watching your vid brought all those memories back . I did remember as I got up after falling down I noticed the steps and I could clearly see the same steps after all theses years in your vid .

[@withalens6449]

I have a few other castle videos to edit. You will have to let me know which of those you have fallen over in too

[@jw4499]

@@withalens6449 😀

[@sarahstrong7174]

Thankyou for sharing

[@withalens6449]

Thanks for your comment Sarah.

[@rivertrees4733]

Beautiful! Very good video! Thank you very much!!!!

[@withalens6449]

Thank you. That means a lot.

[@AlannahRyane]

Well Done! Thanks for closing with the photos Something about this castle (that I never heard of) stands out for me amongst the rest. Couldn't put my finger on it but there were so many features left and the closeness of it all felt almost warm and cosy ...homey. Then I remembered at the end Isabella was there I bet that was some energy she brought with her. Also betting some of my Norman ancestors were there at some point. Thanks this was special.

[@withalens6449]

Thanks you so much for the comment. I am really happy you enjoyed it.

[@spgranorthiam123]

I too felt very some thing strong, sort of peace and tranquility especially in the room, that was inhabited in recent times, I thought it was just me, thank you.

[@cs56076]

These places were not peaceful or tranquil I’m afraid. They were invasion machines designed to subjugate the local populations. They may be peaceful now as useless, harmless romantic relics, however.

[@jomurphy1654]

Fascinating! Thanks. Perhaps a little too speedy at times! Must visit this beautiful place.

[@withalens6449]

Thank Jo. That is noted. I am still learning and hope to improve with good feedback from people like you.

[@davidvoelkel8392]

It is an English Heritage property. Therefore, it is maintained in this stabilized state of preservation. Support EH.

[@withalens6449]

Well said.

[@garyb2392]

I can’t imagine trying to lay siege to this castle. So much defendable high ground!!

[@withalens6449]

I think that shows how it survived for so long. They chose the location well.

[@hopesprings7812]

When we were last there we met a couple who told us that the castle was lived in until very recently.

[@withalens6449]

That could be correct. The research online suggests that it was derelict in the 16th century and renovated to be opened to the public in the Victorian era

[@richardscott5529]

Love it … Gonubie SA

[@withalens6449]

I am happy to hear you liked it. Thanks for commenting.

[@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13]

I've lived in ENGLAND for 51 years Damn I'm old?? But I've never heard of this castle before?? Mind you I've never heard of most of the castles here in the UK..

[@withalens6449]

I have lived in England for am equal amount of time. We are both old :)

[@ccasey1904]

Wonder if some of those passages are as narrow as they looked on the video?

[@withalens6449]

Some of the passages were very narrow. One person at a time.

[@cs56076]

You’d love Conisborough Castle Keep

[@withalens6449]

I will go and see that some time.

[@excession3076]

People didn't want to live in some of these castles hundreds of years ago, let alone now. They weren't built as houses/palaces, they were built for defense and to exert power. Often in locations that are difficult to access and live in with any degree of comfort. Over the hundreds of years, bits were removed, stones were used for other buildings, the owners built themselves large, "modern" comfortable estates, the castles were somewhat abandoned. To modernise a castle like this to the degree that people nowadays would consider liveable would destroy far more than is currently being preserved. And would cost millions.

[@withalens6449]

I agree with your comment. I can understand that people like to fantasise what it might be like though.

[@Wotsitorlabart]

@@withalens6449 It ls a scheduled monument (of national importance) and as such any alterations to the building must be minimal and would require government consent.

[@tomsherwood4650]

Was once there during a siege re-enactment. Have souvenir medallion somewhere. Must dig out my photos of the event. The blokes in costume with weapons and all seemed to be having a jolly good time. What schoolboy never dreamed of conquering a castle and becoming the lord? But nowadays, minds may be different. Rather dream of blocking the motorway and being a climate martyr.

[@withalens6449]

Thanks Tom for your message. I agree that most of us imagine living in these castles and seeing re-enactments are fun. I will have to look and see if there is anything planned for the castle next year. I would love to go back.

[@PatriceBoivin]

Where's the roof? Is it missing? Why don't people maintain structures properly?

[@withalens6449]

The roof would have gone years ago. Sometimes they are removed and used to build local housing after the castle has been abandoned. Maintaining structures like this can be expensive and uneconomic after its initial use is no longer required.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Volume is too low, can’t hear you.

[@withalens6449]

Thanks for letting me know. I will work on that in future

[@ivanolsen7966]

where exactly is the ' maintainence ' being done by the family since 1500 ?

[@withalens6449]

I think the maintenance becomes too expensive sometimes. Look at it this way, if it was perfect it is possible the public would not be able to enjoy it now?

[@nizarahdragon3973]

I would suggest getting time team in to investigate this site but I don’t enjoy the voice of their new Tony

[@withalens6449]

No one can replace Tony

[@nizarahdragon3973]

Yes I loved that it didn’t matter if he was talking to Phill , Mic, John or the camera you got the same voice and attitude the new guy his voice changes when he talks to the camera

[@withalens6449]

@@nizarahdragon3973 maybe I should take over haha.....maybe not

[@patriciapalmer4215]

Almost a thousand years ago.. that's what I think seeing this.. people walking, talking just as they are today.

[@withalens6449]

As I walk around I try and imagine that too.

[@patriciapalmer4215]

@@withalens6449 What a pleasure to hear from you ! Visiting history is far superior to reading about it, isn't it ? Thank you for your time and effort to show us your experience and I'm looking forward to more ! Pat

[@withalens6449]

I am not a big reader, but the experience you get from visiting is second to none

[@sophiegeorge2816]

I went there with my school in 1992 and castle acre

[@withalens6449]

I can't wait to go back to castle acre.

[@niklar55]

The roof could do with some maintenance! .

[@withalens6449]

lol. I am not sure it will get it.

[@waterbird91]

A pity that this beautiful castle has been left to decay. It could and should be restored. Sold and lived in , for anybody who has the money. To leave it fall in decay is such a crying shame. It's beautiful.

[@withalens6449]

I agree it is a shame. I hope that any property like this that is restored and lived in would still be available for public enjoyment.

[@chrisfinlay3274]

it is not left to decay. It is maintained as it is, as a historical moument for people to visit.

[@daveyr7454]

I live not too far away. The castle is maintained, and is available to members of the public to walk in, learn about and to enjoy as another part of England’s rich heritage. ‘Sold and lived in’ isn’t realistic and wouldn’t be appropriate.

[@rebeccadubois8270]

Where do you get the funding and skilled laborers to repair a thousand year old castle?

[@Bethi4WFH]

Anna Nardo. Surely you can see from the video that this castle is very well maintained and preserved by its owner, Lord Howard. It is about 900 years old, for goodness sake! The public are allowed access and it is a magical place to visit.

[@s1nb4d59]

A place where Time Team should have gone 8).

[@withalens6449]

One of many they could have gone. It is fascinating.

[@chrisworthen1538]

No doubt the town was built with stone nicked from that site.

[@withalens6449]

I think that is what usually happens. Grand fireplaces included.

[@marciareagan2718]

I heard a voice a couple times. I had my headphones on not to bother my sleeping husband. Not sure if you heard it

[@withalens6449]

I will have to listen again. I have not heard anything

[@marciareagan2718]

@@withalens6449 it was right around the great all when you come up the stairs. It could be a group in the background or wind but it would be very cool if you caught something!

[@withalens6449]

I can hear something too, but cannot identify it.

[@marciareagan2718]

@@withalens6449 so cool. I think I’ll put it on my big screen and headphones.

[@marciareagan2718]

I listened more carefully and I hear “great hall” much clearer when cranked up.

[@The_Deaf_Aussie]

No Subtitles for the deaf = Thumbs down

[@withalens6449]

I am sorry to hear that. I have checked and the subtitles should be automatically generated. So I don't know why they are not there.

[@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13]

Your not missing much anyway he's not giving any information on the castle and most of there chat is look at that door look at this go through there ???which you can plainly see...

[@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13]

Your not missing much anyway he's not giving any information on the castle and most of there chat is look at that door look at this go through there ???which you can plainly see...

[@jadenharris4960]

NEver been impressed by castles they just seem cold damp dark and not warm at all Most of all ugly & just big for nothing

[@withalens6449]

We all have different tastes. Thanks for the comment

[@MLVL312]

The she wolf daughter of Philippe IV the king of France. Isabella married Edward II of England in 1308 and their eldest son became Edward III. Isabella was unhappily married to Edward and through a rebellion in 1327 had him imprisoned and ultimately executed and so she became know as the she-wolf of France. Isabella believed that because she was the daughter of Philippe IV and all her brothers had died without producing a male heir she had a claim to the French throne. Her son Edward III was to pursue this claim a few years later starting the 'Hundred Years War'.

[@withalens6449]

That is very interesting. I had not made that link or read it anywhere. Thanks for your comment.