Castles: Britain's Fortified History2. Kingdom of Conquest

Sam Willis tells the story of the English ruler who left the most indelible mark on the castle, Edward I, as he turned it into an instrument of colonisation.

Castles: Britain's Fortified History was broadcast on BBC4 at Wednesday 18 February 2026, 23:45.

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Castles: Britain's Fortified History

Castles: Britain's Fortified History is a TV show on BBC4. Historian Sam Willis traces the story of Britain's castles and their unique role in our history, art and literature. The program has been available since 2026. A total of 2 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in February 2026.

Last broadcast:18/02/2026 at 23:45

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