Archeologists Investigate Upton Castle: Medieval Stronghold Or Victorian Fake?

Is Upton Castle a genuine 700-year-old medieval fortress or a clever Victorian fake? Tucked away in South Wales, this mysterious property has baffled historians and its own residents for generations. Join the team as they dig through centuries of landscaping to uncover the truth. From hidden 14th-century Great Halls to a forgotten Norman chapel predating the castle itself, ground-penetrating radar and professional archaeology reveal a stunning defense network and a lost medieval community. Welcome to Chronicle; your home for all things medieval history! With documentaries covering everything from the collapse of the Roman Empire to the beginnings of the Renaissance, from Hastings to Charlemagne, we'll be exploring everything the Middle Ages have to offer. Subscribe now so you don't miss out! 📺 You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn Chronicle is part of the History Hit Network. To get in touch please email [email protected].