Fortress Britain

Sky View: Fortress Britain

Take an aerial tour of some of England's most famous fortresses. From Balmoral, still occupied by the Royal family, to some of the oldest castles dating back to 1066, discover how their place in society had a huge impact on English history.

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How Many Castles Are There?

There are literally thousands of them. As the saying goes, "he who has the fortress, rules the land." Most were owned by the crown and, in fact, some still are.