Anyone who knows me knows that I am obsessed with history and there’s nothing more special than visiting the very spots where iconic moments happened.
From bloody battles to royal visits - plenty of castles in the region have survived the most interesting of tales.
All five castles have stood still for centuries and if walls could speak there’d be hundreds of stories.
Some stories we know and some we’ll never know.
These five castles less than an hour’s drive away from Wolverhampton and each of these castle showcase England’s rich past.
From nearby Dudley Castle to the fantastic Tamworth Castle.
Let’s step back in time and visit these castles as we head into the colder months:
1. Dudley Castle
An iconic castle that's a stone's throw away from Wolverhampton. We couldn't help but include this castle as its structure been a fixture in the region since 1071. It's the perfect place to meander through old castle ruins. The premises also has the added benefit of being closely linked to a zoo. It is a great place to visit if you want to plan an entire day without having to travel too far away. This castle is about a 15–20 minutes car journey from Wolverhampton. Address: Dudley Zoo & Castle, Castle Hill, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 4QF. | MNA
2. Stafford Castle
A prominent and scenic castle that's perfect for anybody looking to learn more about the Normans, the castle was originally built by Robert of Stafford. Today, it's definitely worth visiting for its hilltop views and worth visiting if you enjoy a long walk. This castle is about a 25–30 minutes car journey from Wolverhampton. Address: Castle Hill, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 1DJ.
3. Tamworth Castle
Worth visiting to see inside a medieval fortress that has seen many flashpoints of English history. The castle survived the English Civil War, it was a vital stronghold that was captured by the parliamentarians in 1643. This castle is about a 40–45 minutes car journey from Wolverhampton. Address: Holloway, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7NA.
4. Kenilworth Castle
The castle was founded in the 1120s and it has been an important part of Warwickshire's local history for centuries. Historically, Queen Elizabeth I famously stayed there in 1575. Today, the castle has gorgeous gardens that you can spend hours enjoying. This castle is about a 40–45 minute car journey from Wolverhampton. Address: Castle Green, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 1NG.