England is by far one of the best countries to live in. It is considered by many as a royal nation with so much to offer to anyone and everyone. If you have a trip to England on your mind, we are here to help. Castles we believe are one of the most majestic of all structures as they give you a royal and a fairytale feel together. If you absolutely love castles and would like to witness the best of England’s rich glory, we are here to take you on a tour of the best castles in England. So, are you all set for the ride of the lifetime?
 

1. The Dover Castle

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The largest castle in the whole of England, the Dover Castle has been protecting the English Channel for too many centuries. It was back in 1066 when William the Conqueror burned the castle down during his invasion. One can find an ensemble of walks, buildings, and moats and this castle is merely a 90 minutes drive from the heart of London.
 
The tour of the castle is pretty exciting as one can see dungeons, towers and even walk through narrow staircases as well. Such is the prolific popularity of the castle that it has been featured in a lot of popular films as well.
 

2. Hever Castle

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This castle in England is merely an hour away from the London city and dates back to the 13^th century. You can find some of the finest and the most amazing tapestries and antique furniture here. It is also famous for housing the best Tudor portraits in England and there are two prayer books that belong to Anne Boleyn.
 
It is believed that this castle is haunted because earlier victims that were kept captive here were tortured. So, if you are someone who likes to explore the castles which have a special place in the books of history and you do not shudder from witnessing a spine-chilling moment, this is definitely the castle to visit.
 
The castle is also known for its wide gardens and mazes and it has the Italian touch. It surely has the right scenic touch that makes it beautiful even in its haunted backdrop.
 

3. The Leeds Castle

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Hailed by many to be one of the prettiest castles in the whole world, it surely is a breathtaking sight. The castle dates back to 900 years ago. It was a Norman stronghold and later was owned by six queens. It was at one point a royal residence and is arguably one of the most scenic sights. It has been converted to a country home but it has still retained the tower and ramparts.
 
There is no doubt that simply seeing this castle is going to give you goosebumps as the lush green landscape and the ethereal beauty is breathtaking, to say the least. The rooms too have been adorned beautifully with treasures and even antique that will leave visitors dazzled. Surely, it is one of the iconic castles in England and you should definitely pay a visit to this one when in England.
 

4. The Highclere Castle

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The castle is open only at select times so it is recommended planning your visit. It was featured in the Downtown Abbey. While the castle isn’t too old, the site dates back to being recorded in the Doomsday book. Today, this castle serves as a country home which has a Jacobean style theme.
 
There is a lot of beauty to marvel as one can witness staterooms, massive and endless gardens along with woodlands and what not! Be prepared to click endless pictures.
 

5. Warwick Castle

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It was William the Conqueror who started the work of building a castle right on the river Avon back in 1068. He started the work post his invasion of England. It was in the 12^th century that the castle stood out as a giant fortress. Later, it was strengthened on numerous occasions. In the 17^th century, the castle was then turned into a country home. Currently, it serves as a theme park which concentrates on different kind of medieval activities and tourists in large number come here to experience the glory of the golden era.
 

6. The Windsor Castle

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The castle was built by King William the Conqueror after he invaded England in the year 1066. The castle works both as a museum and even a royal residence in today’s times. It is used by Queen Elizabeth II as her official residence and it is hailed as the largest working castle in the whole world.
 
There are so many things to see here that you will need plenty of time at hand to witness the majestic brilliance of the place. Do not miss out on the changing of the guards’ ceremony as it is a marvelous sight to behold.
 
So, these are some of the best castles in England which you should definitely pay a visit to. Each of these comes with a phenomenal beauty and it will leave you with an experience to remember.
 
So, which ones are you going to mark off the bucket list?