Wednesday, 6 April 2022

Fairie Tales

Inside the castle were objects that you’d expect to see in a stately home. There were polished cups on large tables in roped-off areas, portraits on the walls and plush chairs and chandeliers. Oddly, one of the framed things was an old, tattered piece of tapestry. This was the Fairy Flag which was gifted to the clan by the King of the Fairies and is the sole reason for the clan’s family history. Why it was given is unknown and is more likely pillaged from some other clan. It may just be the oldest thing in the museum’s collection. The view from the castle terrace isn’t that impressive until you get to the ramparts and see the adjoining islands, unfortunately the family still reside in the castle so the upper areas are restricted. But they do bring a sense of fun in exploring the castle by installing wax figures of servants hidden in the passages. They may give you a bit of a shock. 

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