Castle Rushen

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Welcome to Castle Rushen Isle of Man – probably the finest medieval castle in the British Isles.Portcullis - With grateful thanks to Manx National Heritage for their assistance with copyright text and images

There are eight pages of superb photographs together with supporting text, taking visitors through the many stages of the Castle’s history from Viking beginnings through to the present day.

There are links to all the pages in the left-hand column – or follow this link to Introduction.

Roundheads invaded Castle Rushen 28th and 29th April 2001 – there is a picture report.

During the last weekend of October 2001, there was a 350th Anniversary re-enactment of the siege and surrender of Castle Rushen to Parliamentary forces. There are four pages of photographs and captions recording this very special weekend.