Explore medieval history through castles using this collection of resources including lessons, schemes of work and on-site castle studies
Castles are one of the most renowned historical features that this nation has to offer. The remnants of castles sprinkled across the British Isles today were once beacons of strength and power supporting lords and kings alike to maintain control of the land they claimed as their own. It is no wonder that these long-standing, iconic landmarks have stood fast in the secondary history curriculum through the ages! So, why not check out this fantastic collection of secondary history resources from the Tes community?
William the Conqueror was well known for using castle construction as a strategic means of securing his position on the English throne and asserting control over the Anglo-Saxons.
Explore resources on William’s ascension to the throne of England in 1066 here.
