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Tour Medieval England takes you back in time to a period of royal grandeur and majestic aura. Visit magnificent Castles, Cathedrals, Churches and various other medieval structures and enjoy a unique experience of going back into history.
Medieval manors to see in England include Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire, Ightam Mote, Kent, Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire, and Stokesay Castle, Shropshire.
Famous Churches are St Andrew Church, which dates back to 1147, St Bride's Church, St Dunstan-in-the-West, St Helen's Bishopsgate, which is the largest surviving ancient church in London, St Olave's Hart Street, which was originally founded in the 11th century, though the current church dates from 1450, and many more.
York Minster presents a brilliant example of Gothic architecture. It is the largest medieval building in England and the biggest cathedral north of the Alps.
The Tower of London was a symbol of royal authority and it served as a fortress and arsenal to protect the city of London, and also as royal residence and prison.
The Temple Church, London is famous for its marble tomb effigies.
Other prominent buildings of this bygone era are Priory Church of St. Bartholomew-the-Great; and Lady Chapel.
Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and the official residence of the Queen.
Hampton Court Palace was used as a riverside residence by Henry VIII.
Royal Mews is home to the royal collection of historic coaches and carriages.
The Banqueting House was used as a principal residential building from 1530 to 1698.
Jewel Tower was built in 1365 to house Edward III's personal treasures.
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