One of the coolest castles we saw in England this spring was Brougham (pronounced “broom”) Castle in Cumbria. Not only does it have well-preserved ruins and stairs leading all the way to the third floor, but I love the story behind this castle.
Unlike other females at the time, Lady Anne Clifford was supposed to inherit her father’s properties, including Brougham Castle, upon his death. However, they went to an uncle instead. So Lady Anne spent years getting back the Clifford properties and restoring them. She actually died in Brougham Castle in 1676, in the same room her father was born in.
This castle is going to be featured in a couple of scenes in Book #3 of my WWI trilogy – and may involve an aeroplane ride and a kiss or two. 😉
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Wow! this is BEAUTIFUL!!! I love all the settings in your new series, I can't wait to read it!
What a beautiful castle. I'm glad to hear it will be featured in your series. I love reading about the era around WWI, so I'll be interested in your books for sure. (Next to the Victorian Era, both are periods I've researched for my own books.)
Amber – Thanks! It's fun to incorporate because than I get to remember our trip. 🙂
Elizabeth – I love the Victorian Era, too! At first I wasn't sure how much I'd like writing/researching the early 20th Century, but now I love that era just as much.
That is so beautiful! No wonder Lady Anne wanted her land back so badly. (Seriously. So glad property doesn't just automatically go to men after all.)
Caryn – I know! It would be cool to see what the castle looked like in its heyday.