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Ashby-de-la-Zouch Castle

The impressive ruins of a Norman manor-house which Lord Hastings turned into a castle in the 15thC. He built the magnificent self-contained fortress of Hastings tower, over 24m (80ft) high and there are significant remains of a tower, parts of walls, a great hall, private chambers, a huge kitchen and a splendid chapel. Nearby fields were the setting for Sir Walter Scott's 'Ivanhoe'. Climb the tower for the panoramic view of the surrounding countryside and explore the secret tunnel (bring a torch).

  • Currently: Medium-level cloud, 3° C
  • Thursday: Light rain, 7° C
  • Friday: Medium-level cloud, 9° C