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The ancient, crumbling walls of Ashby de la Zouch castle keep once rose to a towering 95ft and had four floors. It belonged to William, Lord Hastings who was granted a license to crenellate in 1474. He added a seven floor tower extension to the castle's northern side, this formed the residential living quarters which had its own well.
Lord Hastings was rich and powerful, he had a fortified home at Kirby Muxloe, and was one of the celebrated characters of his day. He rose to become Lord Chamberlain at the court of Edward IV, this was a reward for his unstinting loyalty to the King during the turbulent Wars of the Roses. When Edward died, Hastings felt unable to give the same level of support to King Richard III, for this he was beheaded.
The lands and castle did not, as was usual in such cases, revert back to the Crown but remained with the family passing to William's son. For a long period the family enjoyed prosperity, laid on great entertainments for Kings, Queens, and the great and the good of decades. Eventually, the Hasting family where created Earls of Huntingdon, and for many years during the 18th century the castle was the home of Selina, Countess of Huntingdon.
After many turbulent and historic years the castle fell slowly into disrepair. These days the wilderness ruins of Ashby de la Zouch castle are used for many events including medieval battles organised by English Heritage. A visit here is highly rewarding, not only are the dramatic ruins hauntingly atmospheric of dark and mysterious deeds, but its lofty site offers stunning views of the beautiful surrounding Leicestershire countryside.
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All attractions in LeicestershireComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandHotels near Ashby de la Zouch CastleHotels near Ashby de la Zouch Castle Cottages near Ashby de la Zouch Castle Bed & Breakfast near Ashby de la Zouch Castle  | The Queens Head HotelAshby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, England (0.4 miles, 0.7 km)
This 17th-century coaching inn is located on Ashby's main high street. Family run, it offers a bar and a lively weekend nightclub....
More info and book online.. Price from £27.00 |  |  Premier Inn Ashby De La ZouchAshby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, England (0.6 miles, 0.9 km)
With an on-site Brewers Fayre restaurant and free parking, Premier Inn Ashby De La Zouch has good road links to the A42 (junction 13), the M1 and the M42. The Premier Inn is 1 mile from the town cent...
More info and book online.. Price from £43.00 |  | The Royal HotelAshby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, England (0.7 miles, 1.1 km)
In the heart of Ashby de la Zouch, this hotel is housed in a 19th-century Grade II listed building set in beautifully landscaped gardens. It provides free Wi-Fi and good access to the M1 motorway....
More info and book online.. Price from £56.00 |  | Champneys SpringsAshby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, England (3.2 miles, 5.2 km, direction SW)
Surrounded by beautiful parkland, this exclusive spa hotel offers over 80 indulgent treatments from world-class therapists. Champneys Springs is set in scenic Leicestershire countryside, just outside ...
More info and book online.. Price from £89.00 |  | The Bulls HeadBurton upon Trent, Derbyshire, England (3.4 miles, 5.5 km, direction NW)
In the heart of the National Forest, this early 18th-century pub provides modern, cosily furnished rooms with free Wi-Fi. It is just 5 minutes’ drive from Swadlincote, and East Midlands Airport is 1...
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