Kenilworth Castle from the air with DJI mini 4 Pro & History Narration of Heritage England's Gem.

Kenilworth Castle, located in Warwickshire, England, has a rich and varied history dating back over nine centuries.The castle's history begins with its construction in the early 1120s by Geoffrey de Clinton, Lord Chamberlain to King Henry I. It started as a simple Norman keep built on a small hill overlooking the River Avon.In the early 13th century, King John spent the considerable sum of about £1,100 strengthening Kenilworth with curtain walls and towers, and improving it with work on a dam and domestic accommodation.In 1253, John’s successor, Henry III, gave Kenilworth to his sister Eleanor and her powerful husband, Simon de Monfort, 6th Earl of Leicester. The reformist de Montfort fell at the Battle of Evesham in 1265, but his son, Simon the younger, subsequently held Kenilworth against the king in a six-month siege - one of the longest in English medieval history. The garrison eventually surrendered to the king due to starvation on 13 December 1266.Kenilworth Castle became a favoured royal residence during the reigns of Kings Edward I and Edward II in the late 13th and early 14th centuries. Significant additions were made during this time, including the Great Hall and the outer bailey.In the 14th century, the castle came into the possession of John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster, son of King Edward III. He undertook extensive renovations, turning Kenilworth into one of the most magnificent castles in England. The works lasted two decades and in addition to the great hall, remodelled apartments, services and kitchens. Gaunt also enclosed the garden and carried out works on the bridges and the park.During the Tudor period, Kenilworth Castle saw further enhancements under the ownership of the Dudley family. In 1563 Elizabeth I granted the castle to Robert Dudley, the Earl of Leicester, who transformed Kenilworth into a magnificent palace, spending vast sums of money on it’s refurbishment He went on to host lavish festivities and famously he entertained the queen there for 19 days of revelry in 1575.After the Tudor era, Kenilworth Castle gradually fell into disrepair. During the English Civil War in the 17th century, it was slighted to prevent its use by Royalist forces. In 1665 Charles II granted Kenilworth to Laurence Hyde, 2nd Earl of Clarendon, in whose family’s hands it remained until the 20th century.In 1935, Sir John Siddeley arranged a business merger between Armstrong Siddeley and Hawker Aircraft, resulting in the creation of Hawker Siddeley, a partnership which became vital to the Second World War effort. The merger made John Siddeley a very rich man, earning him a reputed £1 million, which is about £45 million in today’s money. This wealth gave him the freedom to indulge in charitable works, and he purchased Kenilworth Castle in 1937, placing the building in the care of the Ministry of Works, and making a substantial sum available for funding repairs. John Siddeley was subsequently given a peerage and became Baron Kenilworth.The work enabled the castle to be opened to the public, and the same year Siddeley was given a peerage, becoming Baron Kenilworth. The castle became a full-time visitor attraction and in 1958 when John Siddeley’s son gave the freehold to Kenilworth Town Council.Kenilworth Castle came under the care of English Heritage in 1984, who have continued to work to preserve and maintain the ruins. Throughout its existence, Kenilworth Castle has played a significant role in English history, serving as a royal residence, a symbol of power and prestige, and witnessing key events.Today, it is a popular tourist attraction, allowing visitors to explore its extensive remains and learn about its fascinating history.
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Kenilworth Castle is a fabulous place to visit.

[@DJIGeordie]

I love old castle videos. Would be good to have seen it in it full glory

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Will go bak to do inside and low shots, but was not really there for the castle it was a bonus! 👍

[@davejblair]

Wow. Great video and narrative. Thanks for sharing.

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Thx Dave. Glad you enjoyed it. 👍

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Great historical video Well done Colin

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Thanks Abdul 👍

[@inbetween-days]

Stunning views of this wonderful castle and great narration. Thank you for sharing ❤

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Thx guys, it was a last minute visit so didn't do my usual tour inside but will go back at some point. 👍

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Remarkable flight and history - a terrific castle!

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Thx Paul much appreciated 👏

[@jimthorleydronefootage]

Now that's a stunning castle. Great job and information ❤🎥👏👍

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It sure is Jim, thx. Was virtually passing it whilst coming back from Packwood House!

[@eyeintheskydrone4k]

Brilliant Doc, well done, you've captured it brilliantly 👍 👌 👏

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Thx matey. Visited quite by chance after filming at Packwood. Didn't have time to go inside but will go back I reckon. 👍

[@HikeFly22]

Very nice

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Glad you liked it. 👍

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Thoroughly enjoyed this Col. 👌 Very professional narration. Fabulous footage and flying 👍 left me wanting more.❤ Brilliant

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Wow. Thx Yvonne. 'Leaves me wanting more"...... it's a cross my missus has had to bare since we met Yvonne! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bordersdroneseekers]

Excellent video 👍

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Thx matey. 👍 I've checked out some of your vids too, and recipricated with a sub. 👏👏 Cheers Col

[@glyn829]

Excellent 👌 nice flying and a good piece of history

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Glad you enjoyed it Glyn. 👍

[@mavicairflyeruk]

awesome mate looks a great site to visit 👍

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Thx matey. Spur of the moment thing 👍

[@SimonsDroneChannel]

Great video. Looks an amazing place.

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Thx Simon, sadly didn't have time to go inside but watch this space! 👍

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@@DocColVideo will do.

[@johnnymac26]

A spot video mate what a brilliant castle and history great work.

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Cheers Johnny, I had fun filming this one. 👍

[@Qwackers-video]

Nice flight and well edited 👍🏻

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Thx Mark didn't touch saturation honest. 🤗