Design and Layout Tantallon Castle was designed as a classic curtain wall castle. The massive curtain walls, some up to 15 meters high and 3.6 meters thick, enclosed a large courtyard. These walls were reinforced with six round towers, strategically placed to allow defenders to fire upon attacker

Introduction Tantallon Castle, located on the rugged coastline of East Lothian, Scotland, stands as a striking example of a medieval fortress built to command both land and sea. Constructed in the mid-14th century, this castle became the stronghold of the powerful Douglas family — one of Sc

 Excavations and Findings Archaeological excavations at Skenfrith have uncovered foundations of the keep, curtain walls, and domestic buildings. Artifacts such as pottery, weaponry, and tools have provided insight into the castle’s construction phases and the daily lives of its in

Defense Against Welsh Resistance Throughout the Middle Ages, Skenfrith Castle was on the frontline of conflicts between English rulers and Welsh princes. The castle changed hands several times during Welsh uprisings, including those led by notable figures such as Llywelyn the Great and Owain