Sir Edward Dalyngrigge: The Builder of Bodiam Castle

Bodiam Castle owes its existence to one man: Sir Edward Dalyngrigge. Dalyngrigge was a knight and a former mercenary who had gained military experience fighting in France. He belonged to a prominent Sussex family and had been granted the manor of Bodiam by the Crown in the late 14th century. As a loyal supporter of King Richard II, Dalyngrigge s

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Warwick Castle in the 20th and 21st Centuries

In the 20th century, Warwick Castle underwent changes in ownership and further adaptations to accommodate modern tourism. The Tussauds Group and Commercial Development In 1978, Warwick Castle was purchased by the Tussauds Group, the company famous for Madame Tussauds wax museums. This acquisition marked a new era of commercial development focused

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The Greville Family and Modern Era

In 1759, Warwick Castle passed into the hands of the Greville family, who were elevated as the Earls of Warwick. Under their ownership, the castle evolved further from a fortress into a country estate and tourist attraction. 19th Century Renovations and Romanticism The 19th century saw a revival of interest in medieval history and architecture, s

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