WARKWORTH CASTLE | STRONGHOLD of England’s Most REBELLIOUS Family

Warkworth Castle, dramatically perched above the River Coquet in Northumberland, is one of the most impressive medieval fortresses in northern England. Originally founded in the late 12th century, the castle rose to prominence under the powerful Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, who transformed it into a grand residence. It's most striking feature is the massive cross-shaped keep, built in the 14th century, which dominates the site and reflects the wealth and status of the Percy's during the turbulent years of Anglo-Scottish warfare. The castle played a central role in the border conflicts and rebellions that shaped northern England's history, including the Wars of the Roses and the Percy uprisings against the Tudor crown. Though it fell into decline after the 17th century, Warkworth Castle remains remarkably well preserved. You can explore the soaring keep, medieval chambers, and outer defences, as well as the nearby Warkworth Hermitage, a unique riverside chapel carved into rock. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Consider Supporting us on: 📌 Youtube Memberships:    / @pinnedonplaces   📌 Instagram:   / pinnedonplaces   📌 Website: https://www.pinnedonplaces.com 📌 Patreon:   / pinnedonplaces   --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music Credit(s): 📌 Epidemic Sound 📌 Like the music? Get ONE Month Free after signing up. Follow the link below: https://share.epidemicsound.com/ialeg... --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hope you join us next time on our adventures. Please give our social media platforms and look and a follow. We hope to see you on our next adventure! - You can follow our journey and what we are getting up to on our Instagram above, give us a like and a follow. - #Warkworth #Castle #History