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Grand Castle Stays To Make You Feel Like (I’m) A Celebrity!

14 November 2020

This year’s ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’ is relocating from the Australian jungle to the grounds of Gwrych Castle, a 19th century, Grade I-listed retreat that was once known as ‘The Showpiece of Wales’.

The switch got us thinking about the unique castles dotted throughout the UK, and how staying in one is more than just a holiday, but a journey through centuries of history and heritage.

So, we’ve pulled together some of our favourite castle escapes, for time-travelling stays with a hint of celebrity grandeur…

…and no Bushtucker Trials in sight!
Author: Nina Jervis
Main image: Orchardleigh Castle | Somerset

Torrisdale Castle Estate

Campbeltown, Argyll, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Set on the stunning spine of Kintyre, just footsteps from a private sandy beach and sensational views, is the Torrisdale Castle Estate.

Bedrooms: Varies

Sleeps: Varies

From

£220 /2 nts

The Black Castle

Coolbaun, Tipperary, Ireland

Travel back through time with an ‘over-knight' stay for two in a majestically authentic 16th century Gaelic castle.

Bedrooms: 1

Sleeps: 2

From

£274 / night

Orchardleigh Castle

Frome, Somerset, England

Give your break a touch of regal polish, in a private dog-friendly castle with a scenic outdoor hot tub, set on an historic, 500-acre Somerset estate.