About this episode

This episode explores Raglan Castle's unique architecture and its historical significance in Tudor history.

Here is a show notes page accompanying this on-location podcast episode, recorded at Raglan Castle in Wales. Unlike many earlier Welsh castles built primarily for war, Raglan was designed as both a fortress and a luxurious residence. Its distinctive polygonal towers, grand gatehouse, and moated Great Tower ("Yellow Tower") make it architecturally unique. Particularly interesting to Tudor enthusiasts, Raglan Castle played a significant role in the upbringing of the future Henry VII. If you want to keep up to date with all the Tudor Travel Guide's adventures, as well as top tips for planning your own Tudor road trip, don't forget to subscribe to the blog via www.thetudortravelguide.com. You can also find The Tudor Travel Guide on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter. We were recently included in the UK's top 25 history and culture podcasts - find out more here. Show Credits: Presenter: Sarah Morris Guest: Peter Nash

People in this episode

Host: Sarah Morris

Guest: Peter Nash

Topics covered

• Raglan Castle
• Tudor history
• Welsh castles
• architecture
• Henry VII

Keywords

• Raglan Castle
• Tudor Travel Guide
• Henry VII
• Welsh castles
• architecture
• history podcast

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Raglan Castle, Wales

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