Stokesay Castle…. Always A Wonder.

Stokesay Castle……. Always a wonder to me!

Apart from, possibly the best, scones in England, Stokesay Castle is enchanting.

When the sun is shining, take a walk around it’s moat and study the insect life busilying themselves with their various harvests amongst the trees and plants, therein.

Then scurry up to the buttery yellow, and very ancient, gatehouse. Imagine being the gatekeeper for a great family, and having the honour of opening the great oaken doors to friends and guests.

Stand on the grass, amongst the scorch marks that indicate where the kitchens used to be.

And then enter the great house……. ? Castle……??

Exploring the empty rooms, listen to the echoes of previous residents and they whisper secrets to you……. And then duck and dodge as the house martins attack!

The view from the tower is spectacular and think of the great Lord of Ludlow, standing atop and spying over his domain……. And counting his sheep.

His wife shouts from below and like all great Lords, he read to see what she needed.

Yes, castle life at Stokesay, is a wonder to me!

Pay your respects at the church before you leave…….. and sigh !