Set amid sprawling greenery and a floral splashed moat Bodiam Castle is the epitome of fairytale. The ruins are are compact and easy to explore with spiralling stairways and picturesque archways that lead between the ramparts. Built in 1385 the castle was both a defence against French invaders and a family home, and during the peak season there are medieval events and costumed actors on hand to provide further insight.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-bodiamcastle
Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex TN32 5UA
+44(0)1580 830196
Google map: bit.ly/gwDH0n
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